Zero Day BBQ Boot Camp

08/31/2026

08/08/2026

Stop by the Zero-Day booth at Great Lakes Beer Festival
Today until 7pm
Any veteran that stops by will get 5 free beer sample tickets

Zero Day BBQ Boot Camp
Zero-Day Backyard Brisket Bootcamp Zero-Day Veteran Powered Food Truck
Day bbq consulting
Zero Day
Day-Oneveteranshome.com

07/26/2026

A big shoutout to Tenacity Brewing
For hosting our latest Brew & Que
Backyard Brisket Bootcamp
A masterclass in cooking brisket for yourselves and friends.
Great beer from Tenacity and Brisket what could be better.
I’d also like to thank everyone who attended, had tons of great questions, spun a few stories and shared a few secrets. I hope you all had fun, enjoyed some brew and learned a little Que.

Steve

07/25/2026

July 25th Brew n Que
Backyard Brisket Bootcamp
3pm
Here’s the big guy for the class
18 pounder
Class will get slices of the flat, point and the burnt ends.
Great day for drinking Tenacity Brewing beers and Brisket.

See ya at 3pm

07/21/2026

“Does YOUR brisket look like this? 😎🔥”
Watch me slice into this perfectly smoked brisket — that bark, that ring, that pull-apart tenderness.
If you want yours to look (and taste) exactly like this, join me this Saturday, July 25 3pm at Tenacity Brewing for my focused Brisket Boot Camp. I’ll walk you through the entire process: selection, trimming, seasoning, smoking, wrapping, resting, and slicing. Hands-on, up-close, real-talk BBQ. And best of all you get to sample slices of the point, flat and burnt ends.
🎟️ Just a couple seats left — tickets purchased today at the brewery website!

Tag a friend who needs this class. See you Saturday — let’s make some championship-level brisket!

07/12/2026

🎉 Brisket Class at Tenacity Brewing – Saturday, July 25!
Spots are filling fast — this one is going to be a good one.
Tired of stressing over brisket timing and losing sleep before the big party?
This class will teach you exactly how to have your brisket done perfectly whenever you need it — no more guessing, no more panic, no more dry or overcooked meat.
I’ll walk you through the real techniques most people miss:
• Choosing and trimming the right brisket
• My proven rubs and prep
• Fire management, smoke profiles, and timing the cook
• The Texas Play Action Pass — my simple “just salt and pepper” approach that delivers consistent results
• Hot hold science — how to rest and hold brisket so it’s perfect when your guests arrive
• Wrapping decisions, the stall, bark, and slicing for maximum juiciness
• Plus all the little details that separate good from great
Whether you’re new to brisket or you’ve been fighting with it for years, you’ll leave with practical knowledge you can use right away in your backyard.
Date: Saturday, July 25
Time: 3pm to 6pm
Location: Tenacity Brewing
As a veteran-owned operation, a portion of every class supports Zero Day — helping veterans with skills, purpose, and community.
Special Giveaway
Comment “BRISKET” below for a chance to win:
• 1 FREE ticket
• 2 half-off tickets
Don’t miss out — these spots go quick.
Let’s stop stressing and start cooking confident brisket.

07/12/2026

We have a information booth set up at the festival stop by and find out about our programs
Zero Day BBQ Boot Camp
Zero-Day Veteran Powered Food Truck
-Day bbq consulting
-One Veterans Home
Zero Day
All veterans that stop by the booth I have an extra five Beer sample tickets for you!

Join us at the Great Lakes Beer Festival and dive into Michigan's vibrant craft beer scene at the stunning Dow Diamond in Midland. Whether you're a passionate connoisseur or just love a refreshing craft beverage, this event is crafted for you!

07/07/2026

🎉 Brew & Que
Backyard Brisket Bootcamp

Brisket Class at Tenacity Brewing – Saturday, July 25

This isn’t another basic “rub it and pray” class.
This is a real, no-BS deep dive into what actually moves the needle when cooking brisket.
I’ll show you up-close and explain the key things most backyard cooks miss:
• Hot hold science and why resting is just as important as the cook
• Wrapping decisions: butcher paper, foil, foil boat, or nothing — when and why
• Keeping the Mohawk (and why it matters)
• The 203° myth and the 245° myth — stop chasing numbers
• The Texas Play Action Pass — everyone says “just salt and pepper”… we’ll reveal what is actually being used for those competition-level results
• Does wood type really matter?
• How to maximize the quality of what you get out of a pellet grill
• Drum, offset, vertical, horizontal, gravity, electric, pellet, stick, charcoal, chip — oh my! What actually works and why
• Why Texas BBQ is so highly regarded (and what Michigan can learn from it)
• The current state of BBQ in Michigan — and how we can raise the bar
Whether you’re new to brisket or you’ve been fighting with it for years, you’ll leave with practical, real-world knowledge you can use right away in your backyard.
Date: Saturday, July 25
Time: 3pm to 6pm
Location: Tenacity Brewing

Zero- Day is a Nonprofit veteran organization, profits of every class go to supporting Zero Day — helping veterans with skills, purpose, and community.
Limited spots.

Comment “BRISKET” In the comments to register for one free ticket and two half off tickets being raffled off at Tenacity Brewing

Let’s move past guessing and start cooking confident brisket.

06/27/2026

🎉 Brisket Class at Tenacity Brewing – Saturday, July 25!
This one hits different.
As a veteran and founder of Zero Day BBQ, every class I teach supports a bigger mission: helping other veterans find purpose, skills, and community through food.
Zero-Day.US
On Saturday, July 25 at Tenacity Brewing, I’m hosting a focused Brisket Class where I’ll walk you through the entire process with up-close, real-time looks and practical tips most people miss.
You’ll learn:
• Choosing and trimming the right brisket
• My proven rubs and prep techniques
• Fire management, smoke profiles, and timing the cook
• Reading the stall, bark development, and proper slicing for maximum tenderness and juiciness
Whether you’re a beginner who’s intimidated by brisket or an experienced griller who wants to stop guessing,
Learn the science behind resting and the “hot hold” and the secret of the Texas Monthly top 50
you’ll leave with real knowledge you can use in your backyard right away.
Why this class matters:
• Veteran-led
• Proceeds support Zero Day — helping veterans with job skills, housing (Silver Star Apartments), and community connection
• Laid-back atmosphere with great beer from Tenacity
Date: Saturday, July 25
Time: 3:00–6:00 PM
Location: Tenacity Brewing
Limited spots.
Comment “BRISKET” with any questions
Let’s turn tough cuts into backyard legends while supporting a great cause.

06/17/2026

From “What the heck happened?” to “Damn… that’s perfect.” 🔥
Last week I showed you a brisket that didn’t turn out so great.
Today? This.
Watch me slice into a nearly perfect brisket — the kind you want coming off your own smoker.
What to look for:
• That deep, dark bark
• How it bends and pulls apart (the money test)
• Fully rendered fat — no chewy chunks
• Juicy, moist slices that hold together but still melt in your mouth
This is exactly what I teach in my Brisket Class — the real-world details most people miss.
If you want your backyard brisket to look and taste like this instead of the “sad” ones, join me on Saturday July 25th at 3pm
We’ll go deep on trimming, rubs, fire management, the stall, timing, and slicing so you stop guessing and start nailing it.
Comment “BRISKET” or message me to grab your spot.
Let’s turn tough cuts into backyard legends.