> Flames will come up in 1-2 seconds. Loosely stuff the needles in the
> smoker. A couple of puffs and add some more needles. Close the top.
> 10-15 seconds? Of course, this type of fuel requires adding more needles
> rather frequently.
Pine needles were all we used decades ago in Florida. I agree with what
Waldig says about needles.
I dislike the short burn time. Agree they are quick and easy but the pine
needle smoke stays in clothes and when you walk in a truck stop the people
look at you like you have been working a forest fire. Pine needles in my
opinion produce a strong smelling smoke but works for bees except can be a
bit hot and flames at times out the spout.
Maybe I am a bit picky about everyday smoker fuel.
I do not know why pine needle smoke seems to stay in clothing so long. maybe
not noticeable in in a hobby situation but noticeable in the all day working
bees situation.
We raked and burned pine needles in Florida ( I grew up in Florida and
started beekeeping in Florida) and afterword's our clothes smelled like we
had been standing around a campfire all weekend.
bob
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