Here is a new copy of the Texas Open Registration Form:

It is WEDNESDAY and here are the CCO's for this weekend.

Dec 30, 2010-001 - Kingsland, TX CASI. Just Because CCO, American Legion Post 437-118 Legion Loop, Kingsland, TX. Entry fee $15 turn-in 8 PM. CHILI GRIND ONLY. Benefits HLP charities. Contact Doc or Carrie Kinnison 830-613-8666 or 281-615-2408, drk@tstar.net.  Come join The Highland Lakes Pod and friends, celebrate and bring in "The New Year" Thursday December 30th - Sunday January 2, 2011.Plenty of RV parking (NO HOOKUPS), lots of room for day cooks and an abundance of CHILI - CHARITY - FUN! Friday New Years Eve is a free day to sight see, shop, play golf or just fellowship. American Legion New Year's Eve Party 8 p.m. - 1 a.m. $10 per person (chili cooks only)-BYOB- setups available-Black-eyed peas, cornbread and champagne at midnight. Dress is nice casual or you can wear your party clothes. The Highland Lakes Pod will furnish meal at the Kinnison Camp 6 p.m. Menu to be announced.

Dec 31, 2010-001 - Indianapolis, IN CASI. Hoosier GP's New Year's Eve CCO 2 Cookoffs, 1 Weekend, All indoor! Held at Country Inn & Suites, 5630 Flight School Dr, Indianapolis, IN 46221, 317.821.1100, located at I465S, Exit #8/Kentucky Ave. behind Culver's & Brickhouse Burger Co. CASI chili & show only - $40. Not open for public attendance. CHILI GRIND ONLY. ALL POWDERED SPICES WILL BE PROVIDED. Cooks are responsible to bring meat and liquid ingredients(sauce, broth) CASI rules apply. Room opens at 6 pm. Turn-in at 10pm. Includes dinner, party favors & adult midnight toasting beverage. Tables and chairs provided. Note, space is very limited for show. Carry-in beverage of choice permitted. Please bring wrapped `acceptable' item for the gift exchange. Special room rate of $79 available for overnight stay. Contact hotel at 317- 821- 1100 be sure to mention "chili" when you make your reservation. If you plan to party, please be safe & responsible. REGISTRATION DEADLINE 12/1/10. Make checks payable to Indiana Pepper Pod. Contact Darin Jester 317-319- 4961, flashoverchili@sbcglobal.net or Tonya Jester at 317-319- 4962, crazyladychili@sbcglobal.net. Plan to stay over for the Hoosier Hangover Cookoff on Saturday, January 1st!

Dec 31, 2010-002 - Amarillo, TX CASI. Tall in Texas New Year's Eve CCO Campbell's Shop 517 W 48th. Also Black Eyed Pea cookoff, entry fee $5.00 Black Eyed Pea turn-in tba. Bring a snack to share, and a friend. Ring in the New Year with us. Chili entry fee $23, turn-in 9 PM. CHILI GRIND ONLY. Make checks payable to Downtown Womens Shelter. Contact Scott Campbell 806-236-2368. Email 4camkids@sbcglobal.net.

Dec 31, 2010-003 - Wichita Falls, TX CASI. B & B 4th Annual New Years Eve Cookoff. Held at American Legion 120, 4601 Lake Shore Dr. Entry fee $20 turn-in 7 PM. CHILI GRIND ONLY. Blackeye pea cookoff turn- in 8 PM. $10 entry 100% payback plus $50 added money. Contact Kevin Wooster. 940-733-9221.

Jan 1, 2011-001 - Kingsland, TX CASI. Rusty's CCO American Legion Post 437-118 Legion Loop, Kingsland, TX, Entry fee $15 turn-in 2 PM. Benefits American Legion Post 437. CHILI GRIND ONLY. Contact Doc or Carrie Kinnison 830-613-8666, 281-615-2408. drk@tstar.net. Black-eyed peas $5/100% payback turn in 1 p.m. Community breakfast sausage gravy and biscuits 9 a.m. Cooks party 6:30 p.m. furnished by Ladies Auxiliary. Deserts or horsdoeuvres welcomed. Games and social time..get comfortable, wear your PJ's and bring your quarters.

Jan 1, 2011-002 - Indianapolis, IN CASI. Hoosier Hangover Cookoff 2 Cookoffs, 1 Weekend, All Indoor! Held at Country Inn & Suites, 5630 Flight School Dr, Indianapolis, IN 46221, 317.821.1100, located at I465S, Exit #8/Kentucky Ave. behind Culver's & Brickhouse Burger Co. CASI chili & show only - $20. Turn-in Noon. Not open for public attendance. CHILI GRIND ONLY. CASI rules apply. Bloody Mary competition, $2 entry. Tables and chairs provided. Note, space is very limited for show. Carry- in beverage of choice permitted. Special room rate of $79 available for overnight stay. Contact hotel at 317-821-1100 and be sure to mention "chili" when you make your reservation. If you plan to party, please be safe and responsible. REGISTRATION DEADLINE 12/1/10. Make checks payable to Indiana Pepper Pod. Contact Darin Jester 317-319- 4961, flashoverchili@sbcglobal.net or Tonya Jester at 317-319- 4962, crazyladychili@sbcglobal.net. Plan to come on Friday for the Hoosier GP's New Year's Eve CCO!

Jan 1, 2011-003 - Lake Monticello, VA CASI. 7th Annual Bearly Chili Cookoff, This is the official Capital Pod Chili Cookoff. Entry fee $20, includes annual membership in the Capital Pod. Checks payable to Roger Koltz. Benefits the Lake Monticello Fire & Rescue Squad. CHILI GRIND ONLY. Turn-in at 2 P.M. Contact Roger or Jackie Koltz, 53 Ponderosa Lane, Palmyra, VA 22963, 434 589-5387. Cowboychili@cs.com.

Jan 2, 2011-001 - Kingsland, TX CASI. Ladies Auxiliary CCO. American Legion Post 437-118 Legion Loop, Kingsland, TX. Entry fee $15 turn-in 1 PM. CHILI GRIND ONLY. Contact Doc or Carrie Kinnison 830-613-8666 or 281-615-2408. drk@tstar.net. Community breakfast at 9 a.m.  

NOTE:  This afternoon, Cliff and I will be leaving for Kingsland.  I don't expect to have internet access.  If I do, I will make a post.  If not, I will post when we arrive home on Sunday.  HAPPY NEW YEAR'S to Each of You!!!  Please have a safe and happy New Year's weekend!  We are looking forward to this next year and all that it holds.