Dear Pepper,
Hi from Alaska!Boy do we know how to smoke salmon!!!Below is a recipe my husband has used for years and we love it!Good luck!!!!

Smoked Salmon

1 large can pineapple juice
1 cup teriyaki sauce
1/4 cup grated ginger
1 tbsp crushed garlic
1/2 cup salt
1 1/2 cup brown sugar

Let salmon soak in mixture overnight. Pat dry. Allow to set for 15-20 minutes Place in smoker. Use alder chips (which have soaked in pineapple juice overnight). Smoke to desired texture.

Children on our island eat this like candy!!!Enjoy!!!!