To the CASI Membership
I would like to clarify and address questions that have surfaced surrounding the Woodbridge promotion. I obviously did not anticipate the consequences caused by the structure of the contest. I would be happy to give any details and answer any questions as to the origin of this program to anyone that will give me a call. My number is 214 392 3499.
Obviously this is a subject that has great implications on both our members and two largest sponsors.
I just returned from Terlingua and am now in better communication with the outside world.
Thank you
Jim Ezell
VP Sponsor Chair (CASI)
Chili Appreciation Society International
VP Sponsor Chair (CASI)
Chili Appreciation Society International
The Terlingua International Chili Championship
From Vicki Childers:
If you were waiting to see what the weather would be like before you decided to come to the Tri-State Open Chili Championship in Amarillo, TX, this Saturday, January 14, start packing the car. The weathermen say it will be in the 50's on Saturday. Friday will be a little cooler. This is an indoor cook-off. Friday night we will be having a cooks party with a meal and our Pod cook-off. Don't miss out on the fun. For more information call Vickie Childers 806.355.7387 or cell 806.433.1793
It's Wednesday and time for me to post the CCOs for this weekend. This week we have cooks in Iowa, Arkansas, Colorado, Texas and Mexico! Hopefully , there is one close to you.
Jan 13, 2012-001 - Amarillo, TX CASI. Tall in Texas Pod Cookoff. Held in the Rex Baxter Building on the Tri-State Fair Grounds. Entry fee $20.00 Ground Meat Only Turn in 8:00 PM. Make checks payable to Tall in Texas Pod. Contact Vickie Childers 806-355- 7387 nights or 806-433-1793 days. See Tri-State Open next day.
Jan 13, 2012-002 - Puerto Penasco, MX CASI. Chopps Pod-Pod Cookoff. Held at Playa De Oro RV Park. Same location as the South of the Border International CCO. Day before-set up and leave for next day. Entry fee $10 turn-in 1 PM. Make checks payable to Chopps Pod. Contact Myrl Coultas 520-278-6838 myrll@aol.com. Benefits Rocky Point Christmas Club. Chili Grind Only.
Jan 14, 2012-001 - Amarillo, TX CASI. Tri-State Open Chili Championship. Held in Rex Baxter Building on the Tri-State Fair Grounds. Benefits the Make-A-Wish of North Texas, Texas Plains Region. Entry fee $25.00 and turn in 1 PM. Ground Meat Only. Top 3 chilis and first place show automatically qualify for TICC. Cooks party Friday night with a meal. Drawing for free rooms with early registration post marked by December 27, 2011. Special Room Rates: Ashmore Inn $51.00 2301 E I-40, 806.374.0033; Fifth Season Inn $49.00 6801 W I-40, 806.358.7881; Holiday Inn 1911 E- I-40, 806.372.8741 Make checks payable to Tri-State Open Chili Championship. Mail to Vickie Childers 4300 Olsen Amarillo, TX 79106. For more information call Vickie at 806-355-7387 nights or 806-433-1793 days or e-mail Vickiefromtx@aol.com Pod cook- off Friday night Jan 13, 2012.
Jan 14, 2012-002 - Dubuque, IA CASI. Icefest Chili Cookoff. At the National Mississippi River Museum and Aquarium. Benefits: Dubuque County Historical Society Turn-in time: 2:00; Fees: $18 for CASI, $15 for Business chili, and $15 for Open chili, or $25 for 2 divisions. Extra meat given to any one cooking 2 chili divisions (to help feed large crowd). Make checks payable to: Dubuque County Historical Society Contact: Jan Feltes 350 E 3rd St. Dubuque, IA 52001. www.rivermuseum.com 563-557-9545 ext 207. Cook off is held on an enclosed porch, with some heaters. Dress accordingly. Be prepared.
Jan 14, 2012-003 - Puerto Penasco, MX CASI. 14th Annual South of the Border Fun in the Sun International Open Championship. Held at Playa De Oro RV Park, Rocky Point Mexico. Benefit La Montana Special Needs School in Rocky Point. Entry fee $25 turn-in 1 PM. Automatic Qualifier for TICC, top 3 Chili and 1st place Show. Fish fry cooks dinner, Happy hour at Playa De Oro. Cook on the beach. Make checks payable to HDP, Box 584, Sierra Vista AZ 85636. Contact Ted Fichtl 520-459-5477, 520-249- 3147. tcfpriv@cox.net.
Jan 14, 2012-004 - Plano, TX CASI. American Legion Riders Annual CO. Held at 1236 Avenue J, downtown Plano off 14th St. Entry fee $20 turn-in 1 PM. Jackpot beans $5 turn-in Noon. Contact Wendy Rouse wrouse521@verizon.net. 972-496- 1362, 214 673-6861. Make checks payable to ALR 321. Benefits ALR Veterans Program.
Jan 14, 2012-005 - Wichita Falls, TX CASI. 16th Annual Wichita East VFD CO. Held at 2070 Hwy 79 North. For Wichita East VFD. 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 14, 2012-006 - Montgomery, TX CASI. 2nd Annual Wolfies Coookoff. Held at 14954 Hwy 105 W. Entry fee $20 turn-in 2 PM. Beans $10 50/50 Jackpot, turn-in 1 PM. For Montgomery County Food Bank. Will collect non-perishable foods for food bank. Make checks payable to Piney Woods Pod. Contact Earl 936-447-1060, 713-724-5736, email Gorhum earlwho@consolidated.net; Dana Blake at Wolfies 936-588-8200 dana715@consolidated.net.
Jan 14, 2012-007 - El Paso, TX CASI. American Legion #36 CCO The American Legion #36 Post is located at 3730 Shell, just off of Montana Street between Hawkins and McRae Blvds. CASI RULES APPLY. There will also be beans and salsa competitions. Entry fee for each $5.00. Entry fee for CASI only $20.00 Entry fee for all three $25.00. Turn-in time 2:00 p.m. Proceeds benefit the Ladies Auxillary Charities. Make checks payable to Pod of the Pass. For information contact Mary Hernandez, 915-204-7371 or email at maruca1125@aol.com.
Jan 14, 2012-008 - Marshall, TX CASI. Marshall ELks Lodge CCO corner of Austin and Almamo Streets in Marshall, TX 411 E Austin St. Our annual cookoff in support of our Many ELK charities and welcome all to attend. CASI RULES APPLY. Entry fee $20.00. 1:00 pm turn in. Chili grind only. Contact John D. Oswalt 903- 407-2586 joswalt890@aol.com.
Jan 14, 2012-009 - Fort Smith, AR CASI. Chilly Willy Chili Cookoff Jan.14, 2012 Fort Smith, AR CASI Chilly Willy Chili Cookoff, held at Fort Smith Elks Lodge, 5504 Massard Road,(inside cookoff). Turn-in 1pm, Fee $20. GROUND MEAT ONLY. Benefitting Elks charities. Info Guy Smith 479-646- 9444 or 479-650-9444 or argsmith@prodigy.net.
Jan 15, 2012-001 - Estes Park, CO CASI. Estes Park Winter Festival 2012 Chili Cookoff with Wine and Beer Tasting, Live Music and Crafts Fair. This years cookoff will be held indoors at the fair grounds so weather will not be a problem. Cooks setup at 8:00 am, cooks meeting at 9:00 am and turn in at noon. Entry fee $15. For those cooks willing to make and serve 5 gallons of chili for public tasting they are offering a free nights stay in Estes Park the weekend of the cookoff either Friday or Saturday. Ground/Chili grind meat only. Contact Candice Mohr at 970-586-2099 for info. Benefits Estes Park Kiwanis Club.
Jan 15, 2012-002 - Montgomery, TX CASI. 2nd Annual Wolfies Day After CO. Held at Wolfies, 14954 Hwy 105 W. Benefits Bridgewood Farms for Intelectually Disabled. Entry fee $20 turn-in 1 PM. Contact Earl Gorhum 936-447-1060, 713-724- 5736, earlwho@consolidated.net. Dana Blake at Wolfies 936-588-8200 dana@consolidated.net. Make checks payable to Piney Woods Pod
