We are back from the CASI Board of Director's Workshop and Meeting. These were very productive. So, over the next little while I will be sharing what took place. Thank you to all of you who came to our meeting. Your input was very valuable.
From Vickie Childers:
I would like to ask for prayers for my 17 year old niece Savannah. She will be having brain surgery Tuesday in Denver. She has two fluid filled sac's that have bone forming around them that they will have to remove and then put a metal plate in to try to keep it from happening again.
Notes from the BOD meetings: On Saturday, we held our Winter Workshop. For the most part it was a rehash of TICC. We looked at what didn't work and how we can fix the problem for the 2011 TICC. We also identified things that worked well and how we can enhance them.
We are each going to review our job description and update it. Some of these jobs have changed with time and technology. Once they are updated, I will again post them in the Resource Center. This needs to be accomplished by our Summer Meeting. Those members who are considering running for a position on the board at the next Great Pepper's Meeting will be able to review this and understand what each job will entail.
We are also preparing a TICC Director Handbook. There are so many details that are part of each assignment. Many of those details must be accomplished months before the event. By having this document, the director will have a start on their assignment. This handbook will contain amounts of supplies used during the last TICC. It will also assist each director in assigning tasks required of their volunteers. We will also post this Handbook on CIS.
Enough for today. May each of you have a Great Day!
Friday, January 28, 2011
From Steve Dowdy:
Roylene has been discharged from the hospital and is now at home in Ottumwa.
NOTE:
You are invited to the Board of Director's Workshop and Board Meeting which will be held this Saturday, January 29, and Sunday, January 30 at the Irving Elks, in Irving, TX. Each day will begin at 8:00. The Saturday Meeting will begin with an Executive Session. The Public Meeting will follow. Hope to see you there!
Next Wednesday there will be some interruptions on the web page. The system will be getting some update during this time.
If you are cooking Chili this weekend, here's hoping the weather will be nice and that you have a great time!
Roylene has been discharged from the hospital and is now at home in Ottumwa.
NOTE:
You are invited to the Board of Director's Workshop and Board Meeting which will be held this Saturday, January 29, and Sunday, January 30 at the Irving Elks, in Irving, TX. Each day will begin at 8:00. The Saturday Meeting will begin with an Executive Session. The Public Meeting will follow. Hope to see you there!
Next Wednesday there will be some interruptions on the web page. The system will be getting some update during this time.
If you are cooking Chili this weekend, here's hoping the weather will be nice and that you have a great time!
Thursday, January 27, 2011
From Jenny Windsor and Ed Blair:
Great Peppers' Meeting Committee
The GPM Committee is in its initial organization phase regarding the planning for the 2012 Meeting. If anyone is interested in joining the Committee, please email Jenny Windsor and me with some background on yourself, the area of your interested and any ideas regarding the Meeting. We will be happy to consider adding you to the Committee and any ideas you may have.
Our initial work will be on attempting to locate a venue for the Meeting. Our thought process has narrowed the initial area to be in or near to one of the major cities in Texas due in part to the fact that so many members live in Texas. If you have ideas on potential venues, please get them to us ASAP. You don't have to have contacted the venue at this point, but a brief description of the facility and why you think it is appropriate will be most appreciated. Keep in mind that the venue must be relatively close to a major airport that is cost effective for members flying in from all over.
Ed Blair ol_jock_chili@swbell.net
Jenny Windsor jennwindsor@gmail.com
Some good information from Jerry Hunt that I have chosen to share with you. I have known and know several of our members are presently undergoing Chemo Therapy.
Cleaning for a Reason
If you know any woman currently undergoing chemotherapy, please pass the word to her that there is a cleaning service that provides FREE housecleaning - once per month for 4 months while she is in treatment. All she has to do is sign up and have her doctor fax a note confirming the treatment. Cleaning for a Reason will have a participating maid service in her zip code area arrange for the service. This organization serves the entire USA and currently has 547 partners to help these women. It's our job to pass the word and let them know that there are people out there that care. Be a blessing to someone and pass this information along.
http://www.cleaningforareason.org/
Just a note to let you know that all of you out East who have been inundated with snow, we are thinking about you. Here's hoping you all stay safe and warm.
Great Peppers' Meeting Committee
The GPM Committee is in its initial organization phase regarding the planning for the 2012 Meeting. If anyone is interested in joining the Committee, please email Jenny Windsor and me with some background on yourself, the area of your interested and any ideas regarding the Meeting. We will be happy to consider adding you to the Committee and any ideas you may have.
Our initial work will be on attempting to locate a venue for the Meeting. Our thought process has narrowed the initial area to be in or near to one of the major cities in Texas due in part to the fact that so many members live in Texas. If you have ideas on potential venues, please get them to us ASAP. You don't have to have contacted the venue at this point, but a brief description of the facility and why you think it is appropriate will be most appreciated. Keep in mind that the venue must be relatively close to a major airport that is cost effective for members flying in from all over.
Ed Blair ol_jock_chili@swbell.net
Jenny Windsor jennwindsor@gmail.com
Some good information from Jerry Hunt that I have chosen to share with you. I have known and know several of our members are presently undergoing Chemo Therapy.
Cleaning for a Reason
If you know any woman currently undergoing chemotherapy, please pass the word to her that there is a cleaning service that provides FREE housecleaning - once per month for 4 months while she is in treatment. All she has to do is sign up and have her doctor fax a note confirming the treatment. Cleaning for a Reason will have a participating maid service in her zip code area arrange for the service. This organization serves the entire USA and currently has 547 partners to help these women. It's our job to pass the word and let them know that there are people out there that care. Be a blessing to someone and pass this information along.
http://www.cleaningforareason.org/
Just a note to let you know that all of you out East who have been inundated with snow, we are thinking about you. Here's hoping you all stay safe and warm.
Wednesday, January 26, 2011
From Terry Jones:
The official CASI headquarters will be at the Hampton Inn Oceanfront in Myrtle Beach, SC. www.hamptoninnoceanfront.com. I have blocked 20 rooms for CASI and FAME at the rate of $159 per night, first come first served. The hotel is completely sold out through April 28th.
Our downtown will be alive that weekend as we join with the Chamber, the City and the downtown merchants to bring a music festival and other galas to celebrate the gateway to our May festivals. The Hampton will fill the remaining rooms long before our event so we need to make reservations early. Our host is General Manager Tom Moore and his assistant Nancy Lee. They have earned many awards in our hospitality community and are consummate hosts. I guarantee that you will be warmly received. I will also make special arrangements with KOA Campgrounds for the campers and RVers in your pods.
Our 2011 web site will be up and running soon.
Thank you all so much for making this happen.
Terry Jones,
Founder, Myrtle Beach FAME Festival
CASI Life Member #318
Note: This CCO is April 30It is Wednesday and time to post the CCOs for this weekend.
Jan 29, 2011-001 - Houston, TX CASI. Cy-Fair Go-Texas BBQ & Chili CCO. Held at Traders Village, 7979 N Eldridge Rd. Phone 281-890-5500. houstoninfo@tradersvillage.com Entry fee $20 turn-in 2 PM. Make checks payable to HLSR. Contact Greg Knox 281-932-6790 email gknox @newmarkhomes.com. Benefits the Houston Livestock Show and Rodeo. CHILI GRIND ONLY.
Jan 29, 2011-002 - West, TX CASI. 1st Annual Tokio Store Cookoff. Held at Tokio Store 343 Tokio Loope. Turn in 2 pm. Entry fee $18.00 CHILI GRIND ONLY. Plenty of RV parking NO HOOK UPS! This is a unqiue little place you just have to come out and see! They have a Grill and a little shop so bring extra spending money! For more information contact Dianne Stimson 254-855- 2767 or Winksintexas@aol.com.
Jan 29, 2011-003 - San Miguel deAllende GU CASI. Guanajuato International Cookoff. Held at Hotel Real De Minas, San Miguel de Allende, Guanajuato, MX see Sanmiguelinformation.blogspot. com. Entry fee $35 turn-in 12:30 PM. Make checks payable to San Miguel Community Foundation, note chili cookoff on check. Cooks will be provided with 10 lbs of ground beef, 1 large propane tank & burner, tent, table & large pot (if need for peoples choice) if pre-registered by January 11th. Also, charro beans & margarita contest. For entry forms go to chiliandcharros.com. Contact Cynthia Gill 4510 Honeywood Ct, Houston TX 77059. cynlynn@aol.com Benefits Centro de Crecimiento. Chili Grind Only.
Jan 29, 2011-004 - Sattler, TX CASI. 19th Super Bowl of Chili Cookoffs Cancelled.
Jan 29, 2011-005 - Fort Worth, TX CASI. 3rd Annual Rahr & Son's Brewery CCO Held at the Rahr & Son's Brewery, 701 Galveston Avenue, Chili grind or ground meat only. Entry fee $18 turn-in 2:00 p.m. No motor homes or RVs - tailgate cooking only - small parking lot - cooks area. Ride Sharing-car pooling is recommended and appreciated. Check www.rahrbrewery.com for directions and more information about this award-winning brewery Charity is the Tarrant Area Food Bank. For details contact Ron Barnes at Ratchili@tx.rr.com.
Jan 29, 2011-006 - New River, AZ CASI. RoadRunner Chili Cookoff and Arizona State Jalapeno Eating Contest. Held at Roadrunner Steak House 20 minutes N of I-101 on I- 17. Take New River exit, turn east 1/4 mile to frontage rd, proceed N on frontage Rd 1/4 mile. Benefits New River Kiwanis. Entry fee $15, $10 if cooking peoples choice. Turn-in 2 PM. Salsa turn- in 11 AM, Green chili turn-in Noon. Make checks payable to CASA. Contact Sharren Christopherson 623-742-6476, 602-819-3264. strashaz1@aol.com. RV parking no hookups.
Jan 29, 2011-007 - Amarillo, TX CASI. Rolling Hills Riding Club CCO 5901 Sierra Hills Road. Bring throw down chili, and lets support this newly sanctioned CCO. Entry fee $25 turn-in 2 PM. Make checks payable to Rolling Hills Riding Club. Contact Shelly Thompson 806-336-0567.
Jan 29, 2011-008 - Blowing Rock, NC CASI. Blowing Rock Winterfest CCO Cookoff to benefit the Blowing Rock Historical Society. Held at Blowing Rock Elementary School, 165 Morris Street. Indoor event, no need for tents bring tables if you can, use small gas cans. Open and CASI chili will be judged. Turn-in for open is 11:00 am, CASI turn in is 1:00. Pre- registration deadline is January 1, 2011. Entry fee is $15 open/ $20 CASI before January 1, $25 open/$20 CASI after January 1. Meat is cook's choice. Open chili may be made at home, cash prizes awarded for open chili. This event draws a HUGE crowd, so please make lots of extra chili for the public. Make checks payable to Piedmont Pepper Pod, and send them to Adrienne Grant, 4105 Casa Street, Durham, NC 27704 by January 1. Check www.ncchili.com for more information/entry form as it comes available, or contact Adrienne Grant, 919-604-5262 or adrienneg@gmail.com. Hope to see you there!
Jan 30, 2011-001 - West, TX CASI. Tokio Store Next Day Cookoff. Held at Tokio Store 343 Tokio Loope. Turn in 1 pm. Entry Fee $18.00 CHILI GRIND ONLY! Plenty of RV parking NO HOOK UPS! This is not your average store....they have a grill, and a gift shop so bring your spending money. For more information contact Dianne Stimson at (254) 855-2767 or at winksintexas@aol.com
Jan 30, 2011-002 - Sattler TX CASI. Friends of TX State Open Cancelled.
The official CASI headquarters will be at the Hampton Inn Oceanfront in Myrtle Beach, SC. www.hamptoninnoceanfront.com. I have blocked 20 rooms for CASI and FAME at the rate of $159 per night, first come first served. The hotel is completely sold out through April 28th.
Our downtown will be alive that weekend as we join with the Chamber, the City and the downtown merchants to bring a music festival and other galas to celebrate the gateway to our May festivals. The Hampton will fill the remaining rooms long before our event so we need to make reservations early. Our host is General Manager Tom Moore and his assistant Nancy Lee. They have earned many awards in our hospitality community and are consummate hosts. I guarantee that you will be warmly received. I will also make special arrangements with KOA Campgrounds for the campers and RVers in your pods.
Our 2011 web site will be up and running soon.
Thank you all so much for making this happen.
Terry Jones,
Founder, Myrtle Beach FAME Festival
CASI Life Member #318
Note: This CCO is April 30It is Wednesday and time to post the CCOs for this weekend.
Jan 29, 2011-001 - Houston, TX CASI. Cy-Fair Go-Texas BBQ & Chili CCO. Held at Traders Village, 7979 N Eldridge Rd. Phone 281-890-5500. houstoninfo@tradersvillage.com Entry fee $20 turn-in 2 PM. Make checks payable to HLSR. Contact Greg Knox 281-932-6790 email gknox @newmarkhomes.com. Benefits the Houston Livestock Show and Rodeo. CHILI GRIND ONLY.
Jan 29, 2011-002 - West, TX CASI. 1st Annual Tokio Store Cookoff. Held at Tokio Store 343 Tokio Loope. Turn in 2 pm. Entry fee $18.00 CHILI GRIND ONLY. Plenty of RV parking NO HOOK UPS! This is a unqiue little place you just have to come out and see! They have a Grill and a little shop so bring extra spending money! For more information contact Dianne Stimson 254-855- 2767 or Winksintexas@aol.com.
Jan 29, 2011-003 - San Miguel deAllende GU CASI. Guanajuato International Cookoff. Held at Hotel Real De Minas, San Miguel de Allende, Guanajuato, MX see Sanmiguelinformation.blogspot. com. Entry fee $35 turn-in 12:30 PM. Make checks payable to San Miguel Community Foundation, note chili cookoff on check. Cooks will be provided with 10 lbs of ground beef, 1 large propane tank & burner, tent, table & large pot (if need for peoples choice) if pre-registered by January 11th. Also, charro beans & margarita contest. For entry forms go to chiliandcharros.com. Contact Cynthia Gill 4510 Honeywood Ct, Houston TX 77059. cynlynn@aol.com Benefits Centro de Crecimiento. Chili Grind Only.
Jan 29, 2011-004 - Sattler, TX CASI. 19th Super Bowl of Chili Cookoffs Cancelled.
Jan 29, 2011-005 - Fort Worth, TX CASI. 3rd Annual Rahr & Son's Brewery CCO Held at the Rahr & Son's Brewery, 701 Galveston Avenue, Chili grind or ground meat only. Entry fee $18 turn-in 2:00 p.m. No motor homes or RVs - tailgate cooking only - small parking lot - cooks area. Ride Sharing-car pooling is recommended and appreciated. Check www.rahrbrewery.com for directions and more information about this award-winning brewery Charity is the Tarrant Area Food Bank. For details contact Ron Barnes at Ratchili@tx.rr.com.
Jan 29, 2011-006 - New River, AZ CASI. RoadRunner Chili Cookoff and Arizona State Jalapeno Eating Contest. Held at Roadrunner Steak House 20 minutes N of I-101 on I- 17. Take New River exit, turn east 1/4 mile to frontage rd, proceed N on frontage Rd 1/4 mile. Benefits New River Kiwanis. Entry fee $15, $10 if cooking peoples choice. Turn-in 2 PM. Salsa turn- in 11 AM, Green chili turn-in Noon. Make checks payable to CASA. Contact Sharren Christopherson 623-742-6476, 602-819-3264. strashaz1@aol.com. RV parking no hookups.
Jan 29, 2011-007 - Amarillo, TX CASI. Rolling Hills Riding Club CCO 5901 Sierra Hills Road. Bring throw down chili, and lets support this newly sanctioned CCO. Entry fee $25 turn-in 2 PM. Make checks payable to Rolling Hills Riding Club. Contact Shelly Thompson 806-336-0567.
Jan 29, 2011-008 - Blowing Rock, NC CASI. Blowing Rock Winterfest CCO Cookoff to benefit the Blowing Rock Historical Society. Held at Blowing Rock Elementary School, 165 Morris Street. Indoor event, no need for tents bring tables if you can, use small gas cans. Open and CASI chili will be judged. Turn-in for open is 11:00 am, CASI turn in is 1:00. Pre- registration deadline is January 1, 2011. Entry fee is $15 open/ $20 CASI before January 1, $25 open/$20 CASI after January 1. Meat is cook's choice. Open chili may be made at home, cash prizes awarded for open chili. This event draws a HUGE crowd, so please make lots of extra chili for the public. Make checks payable to Piedmont Pepper Pod, and send them to Adrienne Grant, 4105 Casa Street, Durham, NC 27704 by January 1. Check www.ncchili.com for more information/entry form as it comes available, or contact Adrienne Grant, 919-604-5262 or adrienneg@gmail.com. Hope to see you there!
Jan 30, 2011-001 - West, TX CASI. Tokio Store Next Day Cookoff. Held at Tokio Store 343 Tokio Loope. Turn in 1 pm. Entry Fee $18.00 CHILI GRIND ONLY! Plenty of RV parking NO HOOK UPS! This is not your average store....they have a grill, and a gift shop so bring your spending money. For more information contact Dianne Stimson at (254) 855-2767 or at winksintexas@aol.com
Jan 30, 2011-002 - Sattler TX CASI. Friends of TX State Open Cancelled.
Tuesday, January 25, 2011
Please remeber David and Shirley Sexton and their families in your thoughts and prayers. Shirley lost her mother on Sunday.
Below is the link to the obituary for David's Grandmother, Dorothy Day. Service is Thursday at 2:00
http://www.laurellanddallas.com/obituaries/tribute.html?url=http://stei-23957.tributes.com/show/Dorothy-Day-90583647
Also, please remember Glenn Rennals and his family in your thoughts and prayers. On Friday evening Ginny Rummel, Glenn's wife, lost her battle and passed away. Glenn used to cook and was very helpful to all. One of the reasons that he doesn't cook anymore is because he, too, suffers from a lot of serious health issues. Glenn has not been able to work for several years, forcing him and Ginny to move in with his mother.
Note: Here is a copy of the agenda for Saturday's Workshop. We will begin a 8:00 both mornings. BUT on Saturday we will begin with an Executive Session, so those of you planning to attend can come later than8:00 AM.
Below is the link to the obituary for David's Grandmother, Dorothy Day. Service is Thursday at 2:00
http://www.laurellanddallas.com/obituaries/tribute.html?url=http://stei-23957.tributes.com/show/Dorothy-Day-90583647
Also, please remember Glenn Rennals and his family in your thoughts and prayers. On Friday evening Ginny Rummel, Glenn's wife, lost her battle and passed away. Glenn used to cook and was very helpful to all. One of the reasons that he doesn't cook anymore is because he, too, suffers from a lot of serious health issues. Glenn has not been able to work for several years, forcing him and Ginny to move in with his mother.
Note: Here is a copy of the agenda for Saturday's Workshop. We will begin a 8:00 both mornings. BUT on Saturday we will begin with an Executive Session, so those of you planning to attend can come later than8:00 AM.
Monday, January 24, 2011
On Thursday night my Hard Drive crashed. If I have missed anything sent to me or have not answered you email, please send it again. Sorry for any inconvenience. It sure has picked a very bad time for this to happen, just before our board meeting this next weekend.
From Nick McGarity:
Once again, it is time for the most laid-back, unique Chili Cookoff there is. Our Charity this year is The Cottondale VFD. This will be our 20th year, spanning locations from Plano to Southlake to Paradise. I think we are done moving.
Mikie's fine mind has come up with unique, collector-grade trophies for all contests this year. And, the traveling Champion Pig Wind Sock will be coming back and re-awarded.
Last year, it snowed 12-13" on Friday, which kind of put a damper on the affair. We are hoping that we will have better weather this year - it only has one way to go. We have plenty of room for RVs, Trailers and Campers. However, both guest bedrooms are already reserved. But sleeping bags/air mattresses are welcome anywhere there is open floor space. Note, we have 2 rather large Labs - i.e., 104 and 112 pounds respectively. The Daytona 125's will be on the Big Screen HDTV and Nick will be cooking his award-winning pizzas for everyone that stays over Saturday night. Pajamas are welcome!
If you cannot come and enter to cook (Jackpot Beans, CASI Chili Saturday and Sunday, Cheeseburgers, Omelets or Bloody Mary's), we desperately need judges for all contests.
If you need directions, give me a starting address and your email address and I'll send you back a personal MapQuest (Yes, even out here in the sticks, we have MapQuest).
We hope to see you the weekend of February 11th through 13th.
Nick and Mikie
From Dianne Stimson:
Saturday 1-29-2011
WEST,TEXAS
TOKIO STORE CHILI COOK OFF!!!!! The Tokio Store is located at 343 Tokio Loop in West, Texas! This Store is really a neat place it is 144 years old!!!! They have a Grill and a gift shop so bring extra spending money!!! PLENTY OF RV PARKING SORRY NO HOOK UPS!!!!!! Turn in time 2pm. Entry fee $18.00 CHILI GRIND ONLY!!!!! Saturday they will be having a live band and a 50/50 pot! Cooks can come in on Friday! Saturday’s Charity is “The wounded Warriors Project.” For more information contact Dianne Stimson at Winksintexas@aol.com until Thursday, or (254) 855-2767 anytime. Looking forward to seeing everyone there!!!!! This is really a cool place! See Next Day.
Sunday 1-30-2011
WEST,TEXAS
TOKIO STORE CHILI COOK OFF!!!!!! The Tokio Store is located at 343 Tokio Loop in West, Texas!
This Store is truly unique it is 144 years old! They have a grill and a gift shop so bring extra spending money they even have a PAC-MAN game you can play for 25 cents ! PLENTY OF RV PARKING, SORRY NO HOOK UPS!!!! Turn in time 1pm. Entry fee $18.00. CHILI GRIND ONLY!!!!!! Sunday's Charity is” The West Volunteer Fire Department.” For more information contact Dianne Stimson at Winksintexae@aol.com until Thursday or (254) 855-2767 anytime. Come out and have some fun!!!!!!!! See previous day.
From Ken Rodd:
See the attached "Texas Open" cap. If you would like one with your name on it, I will order you one. The cost is $14.50. I will be placing an order next Thursday.
Ken Rodd
210 887 8827
From Larry Velasquez:
RESULTS OF THE 1ST ANNUAL OVERLAND PARK ELKS CCO.
1/23/11 17 COOKS
10th Julie Wiedner; Windsor, MO
9th Larry Velasquez; Lenexa, KS
8th Rudy Lintner; Shawnee, KS
7th Gisela Rivera; Lenexa, KS
6th Cecilia Rivera; Lenexa, KS
5th Karl Johnson; Overland Park, KS
4th Tim Montag; Spring Hill, KS
3rd Cindy Stovall; Lee's Summit, MO
2nd Colleen Lintner; Shawnee, KS
1st Kevin Stovall; Lee's Summit, MO
SHOWMANSHIP
3rd Toad Chokin Chili; Colleen Lintner, Shawnee, KS
2nd G-Ma's Hot & Spicy; Peggy Kirk-Velasquez, Kansas City, KS
1st Ol Muley; Eric Rosenblad, Pittsburg, KS
HOME STYLE CHILI (6 entries)
1st Katie Rivera
SALSA
1st Eric Rosenblad
From Sherrie Davis:
What a wonder turn out of public and chili cooks. The weather was beautiful - in the 50's, a little windy but perfect for a chili cook off.
Piney Woods Pod wants to say a special thank you to Independence Harley-Davidson and Heather Blount for having this cook off. They out did themselves to welcome the cooks and have a great venue.
Earl "Who", thanks is a small word for all the work you and your team did to make this a smooth running and success. The H-D staff did a super job of handling the registration and People's Choice. Thank you Mavis Nelson for stepping in to assist with CASI Registration, Sharon Dozier, Maxine Reed and Mavis for monitoring - Dana Plocheck for final monitoring and Chuck Speshock for doing the H-D table - from what we could see the judges were having a wonder time and also to our always there when need them tally group - Ken Armond, James Benefield and Ralph Hay. Cook's Pot Deborah Benefield. Again, we could not have run as smoothly with out these guys.
They had 40 CASI chili, 25 Harley Davidson, 14 beans and some of the HD/CASI people cooked on both sides.
After 18 years of not cooking or showing Charlie Throop brought out the Terlingua Museum - it was such a site to behold. Charlie's son, Austin, who is at A & M participated in the cooking and actually made it to finals. Think we got him hooked.
It was even more special when Cindy Reed-Wilkins made her presents and set up Cin Chili booth. She sold frito pies and had her products there for purchase. She donated $100.00 towards the Educational Center that is being built next to the Vietnam Wall in Washington DC. Thank you Cindy for all that you do.
All we can say it - GET READY FOR NEXT YEAR - they want to have another cook off around the same time.
Winners:
Beans was won by a local
People Choice - by a local
Harley-Davidson
1. Maxine Reed
2. Bruce Wilkins
3 Susan Armond
CASI
1. Sherrie Davis
2. Dee Hay
3. David Lefler
4. Deborah Benefield
5. Dana Plocheck
6. Earl "Who" Gorhum
7. Dianne Lewis
8. Lisa Duggan
9. Mayo Blair
10. Ralph Hay
Show
1. Terlingua Museum - Charlie Throop
2. Jacked Up Chili - Robyn Lewis
3. Pig Stop Chili - Sharon Dozier
NOTE: Here is the Draft Agenda's for next weekend's CASI Board of Director's Meeting. I will be sending it to the Great Pepper's as soon as I have reloaded their email address back into my email.
From Nick McGarity:
Once again, it is time for the most laid-back, unique Chili Cookoff there is. Our Charity this year is The Cottondale VFD. This will be our 20th year, spanning locations from Plano to Southlake to Paradise. I think we are done moving.
Mikie's fine mind has come up with unique, collector-grade trophies for all contests this year. And, the traveling Champion Pig Wind Sock will be coming back and re-awarded.
Last year, it snowed 12-13" on Friday, which kind of put a damper on the affair. We are hoping that we will have better weather this year - it only has one way to go. We have plenty of room for RVs, Trailers and Campers. However, both guest bedrooms are already reserved. But sleeping bags/air mattresses are welcome anywhere there is open floor space. Note, we have 2 rather large Labs - i.e., 104 and 112 pounds respectively. The Daytona 125's will be on the Big Screen HDTV and Nick will be cooking his award-winning pizzas for everyone that stays over Saturday night. Pajamas are welcome!
If you cannot come and enter to cook (Jackpot Beans, CASI Chili Saturday and Sunday, Cheeseburgers, Omelets or Bloody Mary's), we desperately need judges for all contests.
If you need directions, give me a starting address and your email address and I'll send you back a personal MapQuest (Yes, even out here in the sticks, we have MapQuest).
We hope to see you the weekend of February 11th through 13th.
Nick and Mikie
From Dianne Stimson:
Saturday 1-29-2011
WEST,TEXAS
TOKIO STORE CHILI COOK OFF!!!!! The Tokio Store is located at 343 Tokio Loop in West, Texas! This Store is really a neat place it is 144 years old!!!! They have a Grill and a gift shop so bring extra spending money!!! PLENTY OF RV PARKING SORRY NO HOOK UPS!!!!!! Turn in time 2pm. Entry fee $18.00 CHILI GRIND ONLY!!!!! Saturday they will be having a live band and a 50/50 pot! Cooks can come in on Friday! Saturday’s Charity is “The wounded Warriors Project.” For more information contact Dianne Stimson at Winksintexas@aol.com until Thursday, or (254) 855-2767 anytime. Looking forward to seeing everyone there!!!!! This is really a cool place! See Next Day.
Sunday 1-30-2011
WEST,TEXAS
TOKIO STORE CHILI COOK OFF!!!!!! The Tokio Store is located at 343 Tokio Loop in West, Texas!
This Store is truly unique it is 144 years old! They have a grill and a gift shop so bring extra spending money they even have a PAC-MAN game you can play for 25 cents ! PLENTY OF RV PARKING, SORRY NO HOOK UPS!!!! Turn in time 1pm. Entry fee $18.00. CHILI GRIND ONLY!!!!!! Sunday's Charity is” The West Volunteer Fire Department.” For more information contact Dianne Stimson at Winksintexae@aol.com until Thursday or (254) 855-2767 anytime. Come out and have some fun!!!!!!!! See previous day.
From Ken Rodd:
See the attached "Texas Open" cap. If you would like one with your name on it, I will order you one. The cost is $14.50. I will be placing an order next Thursday.
Ken Rodd
210 887 8827
RESULTS OF THE 1ST ANNUAL OVERLAND PARK ELKS CCO.
1/23/11 17 COOKS
10th Julie Wiedner; Windsor, MO
9th Larry Velasquez; Lenexa, KS
8th Rudy Lintner; Shawnee, KS
7th Gisela Rivera; Lenexa, KS
6th Cecilia Rivera; Lenexa, KS
5th Karl Johnson; Overland Park, KS
4th Tim Montag; Spring Hill, KS
3rd Cindy Stovall; Lee's Summit, MO
2nd Colleen Lintner; Shawnee, KS
1st Kevin Stovall; Lee's Summit, MO
SHOWMANSHIP
3rd Toad Chokin Chili; Colleen Lintner, Shawnee, KS
2nd G-Ma's Hot & Spicy; Peggy Kirk-Velasquez, Kansas City, KS
1st Ol Muley; Eric Rosenblad, Pittsburg, KS
HOME STYLE CHILI (6 entries)
1st Katie Rivera
SALSA
1st Eric Rosenblad
From Sherrie Davis:
What a wonder turn out of public and chili cooks. The weather was beautiful - in the 50's, a little windy but perfect for a chili cook off.
Piney Woods Pod wants to say a special thank you to Independence Harley-Davidson and Heather Blount for having this cook off. They out did themselves to welcome the cooks and have a great venue.
Earl "Who", thanks is a small word for all the work you and your team did to make this a smooth running and success. The H-D staff did a super job of handling the registration and People's Choice. Thank you Mavis Nelson for stepping in to assist with CASI Registration, Sharon Dozier, Maxine Reed and Mavis for monitoring - Dana Plocheck for final monitoring and Chuck Speshock for doing the H-D table - from what we could see the judges were having a wonder time and also to our always there when need them tally group - Ken Armond, James Benefield and Ralph Hay. Cook's Pot Deborah Benefield. Again, we could not have run as smoothly with out these guys.
They had 40 CASI chili, 25 Harley Davidson, 14 beans and some of the HD/CASI people cooked on both sides.
After 18 years of not cooking or showing Charlie Throop brought out the Terlingua Museum - it was such a site to behold. Charlie's son, Austin, who is at A & M participated in the cooking and actually made it to finals. Think we got him hooked.
It was even more special when Cindy Reed-Wilkins made her presents and set up Cin Chili booth. She sold frito pies and had her products there for purchase. She donated $100.00 towards the Educational Center that is being built next to the Vietnam Wall in Washington DC. Thank you Cindy for all that you do.
All we can say it - GET READY FOR NEXT YEAR - they want to have another cook off around the same time.
Winners:
Beans was won by a local
People Choice - by a local
Harley-Davidson
1. Maxine Reed
2. Bruce Wilkins
3 Susan Armond
CASI
1. Sherrie Davis
2. Dee Hay
3. David Lefler
4. Deborah Benefield
5. Dana Plocheck
6. Earl "Who" Gorhum
7. Dianne Lewis
8. Lisa Duggan
9. Mayo Blair
10. Ralph Hay
Show
1. Terlingua Museum - Charlie Throop
2. Jacked Up Chili - Robyn Lewis
3. Pig Stop Chili - Sharon Dozier
NOTE: Here is the Draft Agenda's for next weekend's CASI Board of Director's Meeting. I will be sending it to the Great Pepper's as soon as I have reloaded their email address back into my email.
Friday, January 21, 2011
Sorry that the Blog is late today. I have had a hard drive crash. If you have sent me something in the last 24 hrs and I have not responded, please resend it.
From Dianne Stimson:
Saturday 1-29-2011
WEST,TEXAS
TOKIO STORE CHILI COOK OFF!!!!! The Tokio Store is located at 343 Tokio Loope in West,Texas! This Store is really a neat place it is 144 years old!!!! They have a Grill and a gift shop so bring extra spending money!!! PLENTY OF RV PARKING SORRY NO HOOK UPS!!!!!! Turn in time 2pm. Entry fee $18.00 CHILI GRIND ONLY!!!!! Saturday they will be having a live band. and a 50/50 pot! Cooks can come in on Friday! Saturdays Charity is The wounded Warriors Project. For more information contact Dianne Stimson at Winksintexas@aol.com until Thursday,or (254) 855-2767 anytime. Looking forward to seeing everyone there!!!!! This is really a cool place! See Next Day.
Sunday 1-30-2011
WEST,TEXAS
TOKIO STORE CHILI COOK OFF!!!!!! The Tokio Store is located at 343 Tokio Loope in West,Texas!
This Store is truly unique it is 144 years old! They have a grill & a gift shop so bring extra spending money they even have a PAC-MAN game you can play for 25 cents ! PLENTY OF RV PARKING SORRY NO HOOK UPS !!!! Turn in time 1p. Entry fee $18.00. CHILI GRIND ONLY !!!!!! Sunday's Charity is The West Volunteer Fire Department. For more information contact Dianne Stimson at Winksintexae@aol,com until Thursday or (254) 855-2767 anytime. Come out out and have some fun!!!!!!!! See previous day.
From Suzy Weber:
Roylene Johnson had a triple by pass Thursday at the
Methodist Hospital in Des Moines, Iowa. Virgil said that Roylene is doing good and will be in ICU for a few days. Will keep you posted on Roylene's condition.
HAVE A GREAT WEEKEND!!
From Dianne Stimson:
Saturday 1-29-2011
WEST,TEXAS
TOKIO STORE CHILI COOK OFF!!!!! The Tokio Store is located at 343 Tokio Loope in West,Texas! This Store is really a neat place it is 144 years old!!!! They have a Grill and a gift shop so bring extra spending money!!! PLENTY OF RV PARKING SORRY NO HOOK UPS!!!!!! Turn in time 2pm. Entry fee $18.00 CHILI GRIND ONLY!!!!! Saturday they will be having a live band. and a 50/50 pot! Cooks can come in on Friday! Saturdays Charity is The wounded Warriors Project. For more information contact Dianne Stimson at Winksintexas@aol.com until Thursday,or (254) 855-2767 anytime. Looking forward to seeing everyone there!!!!! This is really a cool place! See Next Day.
Sunday 1-30-2011
WEST,TEXAS
TOKIO STORE CHILI COOK OFF!!!!!! The Tokio Store is located at 343 Tokio Loope in West,Texas!
This Store is truly unique it is 144 years old! They have a grill & a gift shop so bring extra spending money they even have a PAC-MAN game you can play for 25 cents ! PLENTY OF RV PARKING SORRY NO HOOK UPS !!!! Turn in time 1p. Entry fee $18.00. CHILI GRIND ONLY !!!!!! Sunday's Charity is The West Volunteer Fire Department. For more information contact Dianne Stimson at Winksintexae@aol,com until Thursday or (254) 855-2767 anytime. Come out out and have some fun!!!!!!!! See previous day.
From Suzy Weber:
Roylene Johnson had a triple by pass Thursday at the
Methodist Hospital in Des Moines, Iowa. Virgil said that Roylene is doing good and will be in ICU for a few days. Will keep you posted on Roylene's condition.
HAVE A GREAT WEEKEND!!
Thursday, January 20, 2011
From Larry Burruss:
Johnny Osborn, long time 'El Jefe' member of CHILYMPIAD, former food vender at TICC, brother of Janie Burruss, passed away Tuesday morning in a Midland hospital after a short illness. He also leaves behind two daughters and a multitude of friends. Services will be Friday at 11:00am at the United Methodist Church, 300 N. Main, Midland, Tx 79701.
Burial will be Saturday at 11:30 am at Hoover Valley Cemetery outside of Kingsland, Tx. This is at the intersection of Park Rd 4 (Longhorn Caverns) and CR 119. Memorials to Hospice of Midland, 911 W. Texas Ave, Midland, Tx, 79701.
From Tammie Wooster:
Do you need a CIS Log in? If so, please send me your request. Has your address or telephone number changed? If so, please send me that information so that your Personal Record can be updated.
Wednesday, January 19, 2011
From Larry Burruss:
Johnny Osborn of Midland, TX, brother of Janie Burruss and brother-in-law of Larry Burruss, passed away Tuesday in Midland, TX after a brief Illness. More about arrangements to come.
Let's keep Janie and Larry in our prayers.
NOTE: This is a reminder that if you have anything that you would like to address to the board, please send me the information.
Winter Workshop and Board Meeting
The Winter Workshop will be held on Saturday, January 29, 2011 at the Irving, Elks, Irving, TX. The meeting will begin at 8:00. CASI members are welcomed and encouraged to attend. This is an informal meeting.
The Winter Board Meeting will be held on Sunday, January 30, 2011 at the Irving, Elks, Irving, TX. The meeting will begin at 8:00 and will finish by 12:00 allowing Board Members to make flights home. CASI members are welcomed and encouraged to attend.
Agendas of this meeting will be posted later this week.
It is Wednesday and here are the CCO's for this weekend.
Johnny Osborn of Midland, TX, brother of Janie Burruss and brother-in-law of Larry Burruss, passed away Tuesday in Midland, TX after a brief Illness. More about arrangements to come.
Let's keep Janie and Larry in our prayers.
NOTE: This is a reminder that if you have anything that you would like to address to the board, please send me the information.
Winter Workshop and Board Meeting
The Winter Workshop will be held on Saturday, January 29, 2011 at the Irving, Elks, Irving, TX. The meeting will begin at 8:00. CASI members are welcomed and encouraged to attend. This is an informal meeting.
The Winter Board Meeting will be held on Sunday, January 30, 2011 at the Irving, Elks, Irving, TX. The meeting will begin at 8:00 and will finish by 12:00 allowing Board Members to make flights home. CASI members are welcomed and encouraged to attend.
Agendas of this meeting will be posted later this week.
It is Wednesday and here are the CCO's for this weekend.
Jan 21, 2011-001 - Atoka, OK CASI. Atoka Main Firehouse Chili Cook Off 100 N Penn in Atoka OK. From hwy 69 turn East on Court 2 blocks to Penn. Atoka Main Street will be hosting a CASI Sanctioned Chili Cook Off to celebrate the SE Regional Fire School and the Fire Truck Parade. With goal of over 100 Firetrucks this will be a great fun event for the whole family! Can your chili impress the Firehouse Chili Judges? Entry fee $25 Turn-in 3:30 PM. All official CASI rules must be followed. Atoka Main Street works to restore, restructure, and revitalize the heart of Atoka - our Historic Downtown. See the website for more information www.atokamainstreet.com or contact carol@atokamainstreet.com 580-889-6246. On advertising probation. Chili must be cooked on site.
Jan 22, 2011-001 - Orland Park, IL CASI. Chilly Willie Ladies Chili Challenge Illinois Ladies State Chili Championship. Held at Orland Park Civic Center, William R Vogel Memorial, 14750 S Ravinia Ave, Orland Park IL. Benefits TBD. Entry fee $25. Turn-in 2:30 pm. Make checks payable to Village of Orland Park, mail to Patty Vlazny, Village of Orland Park, 14700 S Ravinia Ave 60462. For information, contact Patty Vlazny, 708-403-6145, or email pvlazny@orland-park.il.us. Automatic Qualifier For TICC.
Jan 22, 2011-002 - Orland Park, IL CASI. Chilly Willie Men's Chili Challenge Illinois Men's State Chili Championship. Held at Orland Park Civic Center, William R Vogel Memorial, 14750 S Ravinia Ave, Orland Park IL. Benefits TBD. Entry fee $25. Turn-in 2:30 pm. Make checks payable to Village of Orland Park, mail to Patty Vlazny, Village of Orland Park, 14700 S Ravinia Ave 60462. For information, contact Patty Vlazny, 708-403-6145, or email pvlazny@orland-park.il.us. Automatic Qualifier For TICC.
Jan 22, 2011-003 - Denton, TX CASI. Com'in Up Tough 4th Annual Pod CCO. Held at Fosters Saddle Shop 6409 N I-35. Entry fee $20 turn-in 2 PM. CHILI GRIND ONLY. Contact Vicki 940-391-6998 cowgirlattitude@hotmail.com or Delora 940-230- 3238 deloragoin@hotmail.com.
Jan 22, 2011-004 - College Station, TX CASI. Operation: Chili Cookoff. Held at 4101 State Hwy 6 South. Entry fee $20 turn-in 2 PM. Benefits Vietnam Veterans Memorial Fund. Make checks payable to Independence Harley-Davidson. 50/50 Bean turn-in 1, entry $10. Harley Davidson Rider Challenge entry $10 chili fee, turn-in 2 PM. CHILI GRIND ONLY. Contact Heather Beran 979-690-1669 email marketing@independenceHD.com
Jan 23, 2011-001 - Overland Park, KS CASI. Overland Park Elks Chili Cookoff located at 10201 W. 85th Street. Go east on 87th Street off of I- 35 for approximately 1/2 mile, then north on Switzer to 85th Street. Turn east to 10201 W. 85th Street. CASI chili turn- in at 1 pm with a $20.00 entry fee. Pie competition at 10:00am with a $5.00 entry fee and Salsa @ 1:30 pm also $5.00. Benefits the O.P. Elks Building Fund. Contact Lee Kroencke at 913-754- 6074 gladiatorchili@yahoo.com or Larry Velasquez @ 913-708-2118 larry.velasquez@forbo.com.
Tuesday, January 18, 2011
From Connie Collier:
 From Dana Plocheck: The February Terlingua Trails is finished and is available for viewing on the website. Enjoy! From Sherrie Davis: “To All Family And Friend who do not know, Jean Dillard, wife of the Late James Dillard and the mother to Mark and Kirk Dillard departed at 4:00 pm Sunday January 9th 2011... RIP ... Service and Viewing @ Pasadena Funeral Home: Viewing - Tuesday from 5pm to 7pm & Wednesday Memorial Services at 2 pm.” From Connie Collier and Carolyn Seelig: Here it is, January 2011, can you believe it? As mentioned in the June 2010 issue of the TERLINGUA TRAILS, this is the reminder that a group of ladies have chosen to make individual contributions to the CASI National Scholarship Program in lieu of the traditional Texas Ladies State “good luck” giveaway tokens. We want to again extend an open invitation to any other ladies perhaps interested in joining our effort which takes off this year. Our goal is to do our part to help strengthen the CASI National Scholarship Program in the future. An email notice has gone out to the ladies who initially expressed an interest several months ago in joining the group reminding them that they are responsible to send in their contributions to the CASI National Scholarship Program Administrator prior to a March 1, 2011 deadline. Remember, the amount of your contribution will remain anonymous, but we need to add your name to the group list. The list of names will be used for flyers which will be handed out at TLS and for signage which we hope to have ready to set up at the registration area. NOTE: The March 1st deadline is important and it is necessary so names can be verified, flyers can be printed, etc. If you are interested or have questions, please contact one of the following: Connie Collier home (325)573-7014 cell (325)575 or Carolyn Seelig home (830)997-0489 cell (512)217-4301  |
Monday, January 17, 2011
HAPPY MLK!
A Special Good Luck and Happy Retirement to Doc and Carrie Kinnison. It is your time to enjoy!!!!
Odessa American Legion SAL Cookoff
January 15, 2011
CHILI
1. Karen Bains-Rankin, TX-Q
2. Brandon Moore-Odessa, TX
3. Dodie Simpson-Odessa, TX-Q
4. Amy Patton-Odessa, TX
5. Phyllis Patton-Odessa, TX
6. Lisa Clevenger-Odessa, TX
7. Fran Miller-San Angelo, TX
8. Gene Everett-Odessa, TX
9. Cliff Miller-San Angelo, TX-Q
10. LeeRoy Childress-Midland, TX
SHOW
1. Charlene Lentz-Odessa, TX
2. Gregg Wilson-Odessa, TX
3. Mike Tracy-Odessa, TX
From Jen Cook:
A Special Good Luck and Happy Retirement to Doc and Carrie Kinnison. It is your time to enjoy!!!!
Friday, January 14, 2011
From Alan Dean:
Texas Mens State
From Tammy Wooster:
New flyer with pic of Customized Golf Cart
From Connie Collier and Carolyn Seelig:
NOTE: On Wednesday, I told you to mark your calendars for the wrong date for the CASI Board of Director's Winter Workshop and Meeting. I made a mistake on the dates. I caught it yesterday when I was using the calendar to fill in obligations. The meetings will be on January 29 and 30 at the Irving Elks.
One more time I want to remind you to send Dana Plocheck anything that you want in the February Terlingua Trails. She needs it by tomorrow.
There are lots of CCOs to choose to cook in this weekend. I hope you all have a wonderful weekend and I hope lots of you get to cook despite the cold. This is a holiday weekend for many of you. Take time and enjoy it. Remember "Chili, Charity, and Fun!"
Texas Mens State
From Tammy Wooster:
New flyer with pic of Customized Golf Cart
Have you sent your registration for Texas Open? If not, here is the Registration form:
One more time I want to remind you to send Dana Plocheck anything that you want in the February Terlingua Trails. She needs it by tomorrow.
There are lots of CCOs to choose to cook in this weekend. I hope you all have a wonderful weekend and I hope lots of you get to cook despite the cold. This is a holiday weekend for many of you. Take time and enjoy it. Remember "Chili, Charity, and Fun!"
Thursday, January 13, 2011
From Earl Who? Gorhum:
Here are directions to The cookoffs at Wolfies on Lake Conroe this weekend
From Houston take I-45 north to Conroe to loop 336 on the south side of Conroe.
Take the loop 336 west (under Freeway) to State highway 105 west.
Turn left and proceed toward Montgomery over the San Jacinto River bridge.
Once over the bridge continue west to the next traffic light
There will be a Jack In The Box on your right by the water and a Sonic on your left.
Go past these and at the top of a small hill there will be a road on your right leading to the City Park and to Wolfies turn right there and go past the City Park to Wolfies.
R V Parking will be on the west side ( left side) of the parking lot as you enter. Please park in an efficient manner so that we can get as many RVs parked as efficiently as possible.
For those coming from the north side of Texas come down I-45 to Conroe
Exit at the FM 3083/Teas Nursery Rd and turn right to Highway 105
Turn right on 105 and follow above directions.
There are two hotels across the highway 105 from Wolfies for those wanting to stay without an RV. They are the Best Western and the Super 8.
We will be cooking on the Lake so please be prepared in case it turns cool and windy.
Weather forecast is cool with a 20 % chance of rain.
Terlingua Trails: If you want to have an article, ad, picture, etc in February's Terlingua Trails, you must have it sent to Dana Plocheck no later than January 15.
CASI Board of Director's Meeting: If you want to have something on the agenda for the Winter Board of Directors Workshop, please send me the information by January 15.
Scholarship Applications: If you somebody applying for the CASI Scholarship, please remind them that the application is to be to the Great Pepper in their area by January 15. The Great Pepper will review it and ensure that all the information is there and then forward it to Barbara Herrin. Her email address is herrinbarbara@aol.com and her home address is Barbara Herrin, 7291 FM 380, Paint Rock, TX 76866.
Wednesday, January 12, 2011
From Renee Moore
If you or someone you know is interested in providing entertainment for TICC this year, please contact Roy Huston at rhuston1452@xanadoo.com.
If you wish to contact Roy by postal mail, please send a copy of your CD and press kit to:
Roy Huston
2208 Piedmont Pl. Rear Apt.
Wichita Falls, TX 76308
Roy will compile all the information and make recommendations to the Board.
From Kevin Wooster:
NOTE: Please remember that the deadline to have something published in the Trails in January 15th. If you have something that you would like to have appear in February's Trail's, please send it to Dana Plocheck.
If you have something that you would like to share with the Board of Director's Winter Workshop and Meeting, please send it to me by January 15th so that it can be put on the agenda. Mark January 30 and 31 and join the CASI Board at the Irving Elks for these Winter Meetings.
It is Wednesday and time to post the CCOs for this Weekend.
Jan 15, 2011-001 - Odessa, TX CASI. Boys State Cookoff. Held at 2701 E 8th St. Benefits Boys State. Entry fee $20 turn- in 2 PM. CHILI GRIND ONLY. Info Keith Coffman 432-367-9093. Make checks payable to American Legion Post 430.
Jan 15, 2011-002 - Converse, TX CASI. 20th Half Way Point Chili Cookoff American Legion Post 593, 325 West Legion Drive. RV Parking, cooks party Friday evening, Entertainment Saturday night. Cookoff same location next day. Benefits Legion charities. Entry fee $18 turn-in 2 PM. Contact John Orff 210-632-2623.
Jan 15, 2011-003 - Montgomery, TX CASI. Wolfie"s First Annual CCO. Held at 14954 Hwy 105 West, Lake Conroe 77356. Entry fee $20 turn- in 2 PM. Hosted by Piney Woods Pod. Contact Dana Blake email dana715@consolidated.net, Earl Who Gorhum 713-724-5736 cell. 936-588-8200 business. See cook off next day. Charity TBD.
Jan 15, 2011-004 - Wichita Falls, TX CASI. 16th Annual Wichita East VFD CCO. Held at 2070 Hwy 79 North. Entry fee $20 turn-in 2 PM. CHILI GRIND ONLY. Brisket $15, $5 local "backyard" chili. Beans $5 turn-in Noon. Friday night cooks feed at station. Contact Hayden Hansen 940-781-3990.
Jan 15, 2011-005 - Rocky Point, MX CASI. Playa Bonita/Playa de Oro Chopps Pod Cookoff. Cook on the Beach. Held at Paya de Oro/Pitaya Cantine/Hotel. Turn in at High Tide 1 PM Entry Fee $15. Benefits La Matana Special Needs Schools. Contact Madjack azmadjack@prodigy.net or US 480- 648-7689 or Mexico 6381106344.
Jan 15, 2011-006 - Dubuque, IA CASI. Chill Out Chili Cookoff. Held at National Mississippi River Museum and Aquarium 350 East 3rd St. CASI. Benefits Dubuque County Historical Society Turn In: 2:00. Fee $18 for CASI chili, $15 for Open Chili, $25 for both. Make checks payable to: Dubuque County Historical Society Contact Gary Christensen 3216 Iris Ave NW Cedar Rapids, IA 52405 319-365-2944 Cell 319 721 1580 chiliman1955@yahoo.com or Jan Feltes 563-543-2678. Cook off takes place on an outdoor deck. It will be enclosed but be prepared for possible cold temperatures.
Jan 15, 2011-007 - Statesville, NC CASI. Pre-Super Bowl Elks Lodge Cook Off Held at 1521 Radio Rd. Stateville NC. See web www.ncchili.com. Beans turn in at 12:00, salsa turn in 12:30PM CASI and Freestyle chili turn in 1:00 PM. Entry fee first chili $20, $10 entry for each additional category entered. Make checks payable to Piedmont Pepper Pod. Showmanship also judged. Benefits Elks Lodge charity's. This is held inside the Elks Lodge, tables and chairs will be furnished, this will be a great cook off rain or shine. Contact Bill Lundy 704-872-5652, bob@ncchili.com, jean@nccili.com.
Jan 15, 2011-008 - Plano, TX CASI. American Legion Riders Post 321. 1236 Avenue J and 14th St. Entry fee $20 turn-in 1 PM. Benefits Veterans Aide & Relief. Make checks payable to ALR 321. Jack Pot beans entry fee $5, turn-in Noon. Contact Wendy or Randy Rouse 214-673-6861, 972-569-7422
Jan 15, 2011-009 - Benson, AZ CASI. High Desert Pod Senoran Desert International open Chili Cookoff Top 3 are automatic qualifiers for TICC. This is the CCO originally scheduled for Rocky Point Mexico. Event to be held at Gas City at exit 302 and I-10, Benson AZ. Camp and cook with big cook's party Friday Nite. Turn in is 2:00 pm. Easy on-off freeway location and loads of parking. Hotel right across the road. Will arrange for room discounts. Easy access to Tucson Intl Airport. Entry fee is $25 payable to HDP. Benefits Gen. Tena School in Rocky Point. More info from Ben Berry 520.378.3692.
Jan 16, 2011-001 - Converse,, TX CASI. Georgia Horner Memorial Cookoff American Legion Post 593, 325 West Legion Drive, Converse, TX RV parking. Entry fee $18 turn-in 1 PM. Contact John Orff 210-632- 2623. See cookoff previous day.
Jan 16, 2011-002 - Montgomery. TX CASI. Wolfie's Day After Cookoff. Held at 14954 Hwy 105 West, Lake Conroe 77356. Entry fee $20 turn- in 1 PM. Hosted by Piney Woods Pod. Contact Dana Blake at Wolfies dana715@consolidated.net Earl Gorhum 713-724-5736, 936-588- 8200 business. Charity TBD.
Jan 16, 2011-003 - Estes Park, CO CASI. Estes Park Winter Festival 2010 Chili Cookoff with Wine, Beer and Live Music. Held in Bond Park, East Elkhorn Avenue and MacGregor Avenue. Setup at 8:00 am & 9:00 am cooks meeting. Entry fee $15 turn-in Noon. Make checks payable to Colorado Chili Pod. CHILI GRIND ONLY. Contact Candice Mohr 970-586-2099.
Tuesday, January 11, 2011
From Boomer Kingston:
Here is the Obit for Judge Roy Bean:
COLLINS
John Henry Collins, Sr, 83, of San Antonio, Texas, was lifted up from this life to eternal rest Thursday, January 6, 2011. John was born on April 27, 1927, to his parents Charles Joseph and Viola Brigid Collins. Growing up in Alamo Heights on the grounds of the Convent of the Incarnate Word, John and his brothers, Patrick, Msgr. Thomas, Charles and his sister Margaret, were nurtured in their childhood among the loving environment of the Sisters of Charity of the Incarnate Word.
John was preceded in death by his wife Nita, his parents and his brothers and sister. He is survived by his children, John Henry Jr, (Pam), Thomas Patrick (Liz), and Margaret Mary Blaise (Eugene), and by his granddaughters, Christine Noel Thibodeau (Tim), and Caitlin Ciera Collins. Surviving also are Ann Collins, wife of his brother Charles, Maxine Smith, Lorene Wilkinson, and numerous nieces and nephews.
He attended Central Catholic High School in San Antonio, Texas. He was the quarterback for the football squad and was given the nickname "Red Rocket" for his speedy exploits on the field. In the summer of 1944, while his classmates returned for their senior year at Central Catholic, John, at the age of 17 joined the Merchant Marines and served in World War II. He served on the S.S. Nickajack Trail and the S.S. Wallowa. He was honorably discharged after the war. In 1951, he joined the U.S. Army during the Korean War. He served three years overseas in Baumholder, Germany teaching artillery school there.
While he was stationed at Ft. Sill, Oklahoma, he met his future wife Nita of Chickasha, Oklahoma. They married and settled in San Antonio. John went to work for the Pearl Brewing company in sales and district management. While at Pearl, John created a realistic portrayal of the legendary Judge Roy Bean. As Judge Roy Bean he appeared at many events and activities throughout Texas. He will be remembered also for his bestowing the title of "Honorary Texan" to out of state visitors at the annual Folk Life Festival. John volunteered as a docent at the Institute of Texan Cultures and gave lively lectures to many Texas schoolchildren at the Institute.
During Veteran's Day week of 2002, John finally received his high school diploma after 58 years at a special ceremony at Central Catholic High School. He was featured on a broadcast by NBC anchor Tom Brokaw in a "Greatest Generation" segment.
He was a founding parishioner of St. Thomas More Church and school, where all three of his children attended, and where his brother, Msgr. Thomas Collins was pastor in the 1970's. He was a member of the Knights of Columbus, and a member of the Order of the Alhambra Caravan #56.
As a member of the Texas Gunslingers, John participated in countless re-enactments of the frontier times of Texas. John loved family trips to the Texas coast, visiting relatives, and attended his children's sports and extracurricular activities. He was a popular choice as a chili judge at chili cook-offs in Terlingua, Luckenbach and the Chilympiad.
We remember our Dad, Grandfather, Uncle, and friend with the fondest of memories, with the warmest thoughts, and with the lasting and enduring love by which he touched all of our lives.
Visitation will begin on Monday, January 10, at 4:00 P.M. with a Rosary to be recited at 7:00 P.M. at the Angelus Chapel. Funeral Mass will be offered on Tuesday, January 11, at 10:00 A.M. at the Chapel of the Incarnate Word, 4503 Broadway. Interment will follow in Fort Sam Houston National Cemetery with military honors.
In lieu of flowers, donations may be made in his memory to the Seton Home Msgr. Thomas J. Collins Cottage, 1115 Mission Rd., San Antonio, Texas 78210, 210-533-3504.
From Vicki Childers:
Here is the Obit for Judge Roy Bean:
John Henry Collins Sr.
|COLLINSJohn Henry Collins, Sr, 83, of San Antonio, Texas, was lifted up from this life to eternal rest Thursday, January 6, 2011. John was born on April 27, 1927, to his parents Charles Joseph and Viola Brigid Collins. Growing up in Alamo Heights on the grounds of the Convent of the Incarnate Word, John and his brothers, Patrick, Msgr. Thomas, Charles and his sister Margaret, were nurtured in their childhood among the loving environment of the Sisters of Charity of the Incarnate Word.
John was preceded in death by his wife Nita, his parents and his brothers and sister. He is survived by his children, John Henry Jr, (Pam), Thomas Patrick (Liz), and Margaret Mary Blaise (Eugene), and by his granddaughters, Christine Noel Thibodeau (Tim), and Caitlin Ciera Collins. Surviving also are Ann Collins, wife of his brother Charles, Maxine Smith, Lorene Wilkinson, and numerous nieces and nephews.
He attended Central Catholic High School in San Antonio, Texas. He was the quarterback for the football squad and was given the nickname "Red Rocket" for his speedy exploits on the field. In the summer of 1944, while his classmates returned for their senior year at Central Catholic, John, at the age of 17 joined the Merchant Marines and served in World War II. He served on the S.S. Nickajack Trail and the S.S. Wallowa. He was honorably discharged after the war. In 1951, he joined the U.S. Army during the Korean War. He served three years overseas in Baumholder, Germany teaching artillery school there.
While he was stationed at Ft. Sill, Oklahoma, he met his future wife Nita of Chickasha, Oklahoma. They married and settled in San Antonio. John went to work for the Pearl Brewing company in sales and district management. While at Pearl, John created a realistic portrayal of the legendary Judge Roy Bean. As Judge Roy Bean he appeared at many events and activities throughout Texas. He will be remembered also for his bestowing the title of "Honorary Texan" to out of state visitors at the annual Folk Life Festival. John volunteered as a docent at the Institute of Texan Cultures and gave lively lectures to many Texas schoolchildren at the Institute.
During Veteran's Day week of 2002, John finally received his high school diploma after 58 years at a special ceremony at Central Catholic High School. He was featured on a broadcast by NBC anchor Tom Brokaw in a "Greatest Generation" segment.
He was a founding parishioner of St. Thomas More Church and school, where all three of his children attended, and where his brother, Msgr. Thomas Collins was pastor in the 1970's. He was a member of the Knights of Columbus, and a member of the Order of the Alhambra Caravan #56.
As a member of the Texas Gunslingers, John participated in countless re-enactments of the frontier times of Texas. John loved family trips to the Texas coast, visiting relatives, and attended his children's sports and extracurricular activities. He was a popular choice as a chili judge at chili cook-offs in Terlingua, Luckenbach and the Chilympiad.
We remember our Dad, Grandfather, Uncle, and friend with the fondest of memories, with the warmest thoughts, and with the lasting and enduring love by which he touched all of our lives.
Visitation will begin on Monday, January 10, at 4:00 P.M. with a Rosary to be recited at 7:00 P.M. at the Angelus Chapel. Funeral Mass will be offered on Tuesday, January 11, at 10:00 A.M. at the Chapel of the Incarnate Word, 4503 Broadway. Interment will follow in Fort Sam Houston National Cemetery with military honors.
In lieu of flowers, donations may be made in his memory to the Seton Home Msgr. Thomas J. Collins Cottage, 1115 Mission Rd., San Antonio, Texas 78210, 210-533-3504.
From Dianne Stimson:
The 1st Annual Tokio Store Chili Cook Off on Saturday 1-29-2011 at 343 Tokio Loop in West,Texas This is a UNIQUE little store you just have to come out and see they have a grill and a shop so bring extra spending money! PLENTY OF RV PARKING !!!! NO HOOK UPS!!!! Entry Fee $18.00. Turn in time 2pm. CHILI GRIND ONLY!!! For more Information contact Dianne Stimson at (254)855-2767 or winksintexas@aol.com. See next day.
Next Day Cook Off Sunday 1-30-2011 held at Tokio Store 343 Tokio Loop in West,Texas. This is truly not your average store you just have to come out and see it. They have a gift shop and a grill. PLENTY OF RV PARKING. NO HOOK UPS. SORRY !! Entry Fee $18.00 Turn in time 1p. CHILI GRIND ONLY !!! For more information contact Dianne Stimson at (254) 855-2767 or winksintexas@aol.com.
Next Day Cook Off Sunday 1-30-2011 held at Tokio Store 343 Tokio Loop in West,Texas. This is truly not your average store you just have to come out and see it. They have a gift shop and a grill. PLENTY OF RV PARKING. NO HOOK UPS. SORRY !! Entry Fee $18.00 Turn in time 1p. CHILI GRIND ONLY !!! For more information contact Dianne Stimson at (254) 855-2767 or winksintexas@aol.com.
From Dana Plocheck:
Hi Everyone! Just a reminder the deadline for the February issue of the Trails is this Saturday so don’t forget to send in your pictures, articles and ads. Please send your pictures in .jpg format. If you can send them in early that would be greatly appreciated.
From Vicki Childers:
I would like to thank everyone that came to Amarillo for the Tall in Texas Pod cook-off and the Tri- State Open. The weather was good for the cook-offs with no snow or rain. We had a very large crowd in attendance. I would like to thank all of those that helped us out in the judging area. If you missed it this year be sure to put January 13th and 14th 2012 on your calendar for next year.
Results
Tall in Texas Pod cook-off 65 cooks
Tall in Texas Pod cook-off 65 cooks
1st Terry Graves Wichita Falls, TX
2nd Kay Lefler Bardwell, TX
3rd Carol West Telephone, TX
4th Lisa Brown Rankin, TX
5th Chris Reese Wichita Falls, TX
6th Connie Collier Snyder, TX
7th David Manske Arlington, TX
8th Shea Fisher Bushland, TX
9th John Reese Jr. Wichita Falls, TX
10th Harvey West Telephone, TX
Tri-State Open Chili Championship 120 cooks
1st Sheryl Valentine Amarillo, TX Q
2nd Connie Collier Snyder, TX Q
3rd Carol West Telephone, TX Q
4th Scott Campbell Amarillo, TX
5th Kelly Draper Tahoka, TX
6th Karen Bains Rankin, TX
7th Benny Stallings Amarillo, TX
8th Candance Beam Wichita Falls, TX
9th Kay Lefler Bardwell, TX
10 Kathy Mulkey Hobbs, NM
11th Chris Reese Wichita Falls, TX
12th Carol Gibbs Wichita Falls, TX
13th Lyla Raven Brownwood, TX
14th Harvey West Telephone, TX
15th Terry Graves Wichita Falls, TX
16th Mike Parker Trinidad, CO
17th Cindy Noe Wichita Falls, TX
18/th Michelle Adams Iowa Park, TX
19th David Manske Arlingua, TX
20th Darrell Holligan Amarfillo, TX
SHOWMANSHIP
1st Homers Backyard Ball Amarillo, TX Q
2nd T-Anchor Cook Team Amafrillo, TX
3rd Cotter Chili Gang Lewisville, TX
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