1.) Never leave the area where you're cooking.
2.) Make sure you have plenty of cold beer so you dont run out while watching the bird.
3.) Usually about 3 minutes to the pound at 350 degrees. 15 pound bird should take approx 45 minutes.
4.) I used a marinade this past year, and like everyone told me, I couldnt even tell I used it so why bother.
5.) Did I mention the beer? This is a crucial step.
You can say anything foolish to a dog, and that dog will still give you a look that says, "WOW!! What a great idea!! I never would have thought of that!!"

Some people are born on third base, then spend the rest of their lives thinking they hit a triple.