I get up usually before 4 and get the smoker started( though I have been up at 2 to start it). I use Mesquite and Pecan. Orange and Grapefruit to start the fire. I use Fresh rosemary and Peppers, along w/ some actual oranges and grapefruits just to add too the brine. Then the bird gets Cavenders(greek seasoning), some Kosher salt, and some celery root salt(Not really salt). the it smokes for about 7 hours. Then it goes into the oven @ 400 for another 2-2 1/2 hours. Then it sits as we Drink for an hour and a half.