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February 2013 Volume 26 Issue 2Web Page www.chili.org

CLIFF MILLER WINS TRI-STATE OPEN CHAMPIONSHIPAMARILLO, TX – The weekend of January 12th was a great one. We had two

cookoffs the, TALL IN TEXAS POD COOKOFF benefiting the Mavericks Girls andBoys Club on Friday night and the TRI-STATE OPEN CHILI CHAMPIONSHIP onSaturday benefiting the Make-A-Wish Foundation. They were both a success with 68cooks for the Pod cookoff and 131 for the Open. We had cooks from Oklahoma, NewMexico, and from several places in Texas. We had a band for our Cook’s Party andPod Cookoff Friday night and they were back again on Saturday; we also had a greatsilent auction. What a family! Cole stole everyone’s heart. The cookoff committee would like to thank all of the people that helped with bothcookoffs. We could not name them all in fear of leaving someone out so you know whoyou are and we could not do it without you. A Big Thank You to All. Also, thank you tothe cooks for coming out to cook with us. So mark your calendar for next year’s cookoffand come join the fun.

The top three winners of the Tri-State Open were automatic qualifiers to TICC.They were:

1st Cliff Miller San Angelo, TX 2nd Scott Campbell Amarillo, TX 3rd Frances Sullivan Euless, TX

Vicki Childers

Photos by Jennifer Sherfield

Above: Ed Montana, left, and Billy Krause, right, presentTri-State Open ChiliChampion, Cliff Miller, San Angelo, TX, his trophy.

Left: Grease is the Word, Martha Richardson, Demmitt, TX, won 1st PlaceShowmanship at the Tri-State Open Chili Championship

Terlingua Trails February 2013

COOKOFF RESULTS

Please send all CCO results along with entrysheets and money to:

Jenny Windsor – TallyMaster390 South Drive

Severna Park, MD 21146

CASI INSURANCE

To get a certificate (proof of insurance)for your cookoff, please contact

Richard KnightPhone: 615-449-6676; Cell: 615-480-4024

Email: [email protected]

ED'S REFLECTIONS

Information from CASI’s Executive Director,Richard Knight

www.casichilied.blogspot.com

CASI members, please check yourpersonal information in theCASI Information System.

Corrections and additions should be sent toRichard Knight at [email protected]

TERLINGUA TRAILS

Editor & Publisher:Randy Duke

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E-mail: [email protected]

Printer:Kerrville Daily Times - Kerrville, Texas

UPCOMING COOKOFFS

Lee Kroencke - CASI Upcomings P.O. Box 15239

Lenexa, KS 66285-5239913-754-6074

[email protected]

From the President

Reflections from the ED This month, I would like to focus on the role our Regional Referees play in the CASIorganization. The CASI rules state that all cookoffs seeking CASI sanctioning must haveon site a CASI Regional Referee, CASI Area Referee, CASI Great Pepper, CASI official,or an authorized CASI Representative. A Regional Referee is responsible for all cookoffs in their assigned region; this is why itis the responsibility of the cookoff chairman to contact the CASI Regional Refereeresponsible for the location in which the cookoff is held. A list of Regional Referees can befound on the CASI website. The Regional Referee will assign themself, an area referee, orwork with the CASI Executive Director to find a CASI representative to serve as thereferee for a cookoff. If the cookoff is in a region where there is not a CASI RegionalReferee assigned, then the CASI Executive Director can appoint a CASI representative forthe cookoff.

The cookoff referee plays a critical part in the cookoff being sanctioned and the cooks getting their points.Referees are a consultant to the cookoff chairman and head judge and are there to observe the different functions(cooks meeting, registration, chili turn in, chili judging, tallying, marking cups, announcements, etc.) and maintain theintegrity of the CASI rules at the cookoff. Some cookoff chairmen think it is the responsibility of the CASIReferee to run the cookoff, but if this was the case it would be hard for a Referee to observe and be impartial inany necessary rulings. It is the referee’s duty to observe and report in writing to CASI any and all infractions infollowing all CASI rules. After the cookoff, the Referee becomes the cookoff official that is the liaison with the CASI Tally Master toinsure that the cooks get their deserved points for their cooking efforts. The referee must sign the official CASIResults sheet after winners are determined. They must in a timely fashion mail or fulfill the entry on the CASIwebsite of the results sheet, cook and showmanship entry list, and appropriate sanctioning fees. So the next time yousee a referee at a cookoff, shake their hand and thank them for their volunteer service to the CASI cooks and theCASI organization. I invite all CASI members to attend the Winter Meeting of the CASI Board of Directors which will consist of aboard workshop on Saturday, Feb 16, and a board meeting on Sunday, Feb 17. The meeting will be held at theIrving Elks Lodge, Irving, Texas. In closing, I would like to wish everyone a Happy Valentines Day and to leave a tip for anyone in New Orleansduring the Mardi Gras: If you’re standing watching a parade next to a bunch of old grandmothers dressed in highheels and playboy outfits, do not think your chances of picking up beads thrown from a Mardi Gras float are anybetter. They may be old, but they have fast feet…and the spikes on those heels….Ouch!!!!!

Richard KnightCASI Executive Director

Chili, Charity, Fun and Chattering Teeth. It is winter and acting like it in many parts ofthe country. That makes it a great time to cook a bowl of red.

When you are in the store shopping for your cookoff items, think about the Casa Fiestafund raising program. Buy a few cans of beans and other items in the Casa Fiesta line. Wecan eat our way to providing scholarships to even more high school graduates deserving ofa chance to get ahead in life.

Also, when you and your Pod are choosing a charity for your next cookoff, think aboutthe CASI Scholarship Program. We have 70 Pods in CASI and if each one raised just $500each year at a cookoff, we could add $35,000 more into the Program. The Houston AreaPods have hosted cookoffs and contributed $5,000 in recent years. During the last 4 years,

the Program has received $6,000 as the beneficiary of the Canyon Lake BBQ & Chili Cookoff. Let’s challengeourselves to support on own charitable cause during our fund raising choices. Between Bruce Foods and yoursupport, this would be a great year to raise enough money to not only increase the number of scholarships but toconsider increasing the amount to each student. The amount has stayed the same since inception of the programand yet the cost of college has about doubled.

You are CASI! YOU can make things happen. Let’s put our focus in 2013 on making CASI a bigger and moreimportantly better organization.

Ed Blair

February 2013 Terlingua Trails


CASI MEMBERSHIPREPORT

Please join me in saying a big WELCOME and thankyou to all our new, annual, life, and corporate members.CHILI, CHARITY and FUN hope to see you all onthe chili trail soon! And to all our members that haverenewed their membership, thank you for your continuedsupport of CASI and the local charities.

When renewing your membership please include yourmembership number on the application, your personal

check, or on PayPal as it helps to process your payment quicker. You can also payyour membership dues on our new web site at www.casichili.net.

If I can be of any assistance, please contact me by phone (469)-386-5600, [email protected], or by mail at PO Box 450907, Garland, TX 75045.

CASI welcomes these new andrenewing members. It is also alwaysgood to see some of our past membersreturn to active participation in ourorganization. Please note, you can payyour annual dues by PayPal withouthaving a PayPal account. Just click onthe “Join CASI Now” on the left side ofour website www.chili.org .

Remember if you’re moving, pleaselet us know. Your Trails will not followyou without an address change. Youcan contact me by phone at 469-386-5600 or email your information [email protected].

I urge everyone to take advantageof the CASI Information System (CIS).You can check on your personalinformation and points, access the CASIOrganization Groups, CASI history, andget contact numbers and addresses foryour fellow members of the CASIFamily.

Glenda VrbaMembership Director

New Annual CASI MembersJeffrey Chatlos – Altamonte Springs, FLJustin M David – Little Rock, ARCindy Jacobson – Maypearl, TXBrittney Johnson – Memphis, TNMichele Lewis – Seabrook, TXEric O’Brien – Parrish, FLJoy Taylor – La Marque, TX

Renewing MembersCarter Beard – Memphis, TXJohn Behrens – Leander, TXButch Bingham – Amarillo, TXJerry D. Brown – Cleburne, TXBeverly Butschek – Houston, TXGilbert Butschek – Houston, TXJulie Darley – Canyon Lake, TXRob Daugherty – Richmond, VANancy Draper – Katy, TXJames Farek – Fort Worth, TXDan French - Wichita Falls, TXPat French – Wichita Falls, TXDarlena Hay – Burleson, TXArvol Hodge – Wichita Falls, TXDon Houser – Alpine, TXLynzie Hull – Santa Fe, NMJim Hutchinson – Odessa, TXBobby Kirby – Kennedale, TXLeo Lemelson – Sierra Vista, AZPaul Mcenrue – Vienna, VAMichael Monte – Cedar Park, TXLawrence Nelson – Elgin, TXCharlie Pritchett – LaFayette, LAJon Reese Sr. – Wichita Falls, TXWanda Reese – Wichita Falls, TXColleen Rimkus – Waelden, TXJoey Rimkus – Waelden, TXRick Seadler – Spring Hill, TN

Scott Sutherland – Houston, TXLisa Taylor – Memphis, TNJames Timmons – San Antonio, TXDuane Thornton – Keithville, LADonald (Donnie) Warner – Odessa, TXScott Winter – League City, TXTerri Winter – League City, TXMalcolm Williams – Beaumont, TX


TALLYMASTER'SREPORT

YEAR-TO-DATE COOKOFFSTATISTICS

Qualified As OfJanuary 15, 2013

REQ COOKOFFS CHILIS MONEYSTATE PTS HELD JUDGED RAISED

*********CURRENT YEAR********

COOKS

SHOW TEAMS

ARKANSAS 12 3 53 3,920.00ARIZONA 12 5 102 6,751.00CALIFORNIA 6 1 23 5,000.00COLORADO 6 1 18 1,875.00FLORIDA 6 2 41 2,570.00GEORGIA 6 3 45 16,350.00IOWA 9 1 20 5,000.00ILLINOIS 12 2 31 950.00INDIANA 9 4 70 47,200.00KANSAS 12 4 155 10,486.77LOUISIANA 6 1 23 1,000.00MARYLAND 6 2 31 14,600.00MISSISSIPPI 6 2 33 606.00NORTH CAROLINA 9 1 15 1,000.00NEW MEXICO 12 7 135 6,485.00OKLAHOMA 9 4 61 2,904.00TEXAS 12 106 3,481 202,072.01VIRGINIA 6 2 34 375.00WISCONSIN 6 1 22 1,200.00GRAND TOTAL 152 4,393 330,344.78

DELINQUENT COOKOFFS - Cookoffs held before 12/01/12 for which results have notyet been received.Nov 25, 2012-003 - Joplin MO, Joplin Elks Lodge KC Chief CCO

47 Ralph Hay, Pasadena TX48 Sandy Thomas, Seguin TX49 Noal Truitt, Friendswood TX50 Lynne Murry, Como MS51 David Lefler, Bardwell TX52 Preston Shaw, Parsons TN53 Carol Knight, Lebanon TN

54 Brent Allen, George West TX55 Virgil Johnson, Las Vegas NV56 Daniel E. “Dan” Bauer, Alexandria VA57 Jessie Waguespack, Austin TX58 John Caffey, Rockdale TX59 Rick Thomas, Alto NM

26 Psyseo Chile, Leander TXDekle, Terry

27 Mad Hatters, The, Tyler TXHewlett, Gil

28 Witches of Elkwich 151, Stafford TXCavender, Kathryn

29 Tall Boy, Rockdale TXCaffey, John

30 Greatest Chili Show/Earth, Cedar Park TXBrandel, Emily

31 Big Kahuna Chili – Prince, Cibolo TXKnight, Christine


Cook Off WinnersNov 17, 2012-001 - Odessa TX1st Annl CASI CCO & Lonestar BBQ, 21 CHILISCHILI WINNERS1 Keith Patton, Odessa TX2 Jeannie Struck, Odessa TX3 Guy W Bates, Midland TX4 Doretta “Dodie” Simpson, Odessa TX5 Amy Patton, Odessa TX6 Charlene Lentz, Odessa TX7 Donald (Donnie) Warner, Odessa TX8 Patsy Childress, Midland TX9 Gregg Wilson, Odessa TX10 David “Red Bean” Boone, Odessa TXSHOWMANSHIP WINNERS1 Mr. Tracy Chili, Odessa TX

Mike Tracy2 Farm Chili, Odessa TX

Donald (Donnie) Warner3 Son’s of Legionnaires Squad 430, Odessa TX

Leslie Phyllips

Dec 1, 2012-001 - North Little Rock ARRudy’s Cafe CCO, 15 CHILISCHILI WINNERS1 Preston Shaw, Parsons TN2 Lynne Murry, Como MS3 Stuart Frye, Little Rock AR4 Karen Bailey, Maumelle AR5 James Murry, Como MS6 Bo Prewitt, North Little Rock AR7 Richard Knight, Lebanon TN8 Preston Nickle, North Little Rock AR9 James Mosley, Little Rock AR10 Lee Bailey, Maumelle ARSHOWMANSHIP WINNERS1 Schoolhouse Chili, Little Rock AR

Stuart Frye2 Hot Air Chili, Parsons TN

Preston Shaw3 Black Sheep Chili, Maumelle AR

Lee Bailey

Dec 1, 2012-007 - Wickenburg AZRancher Bar Cook Off, 15 CHILISCHILI WINNERS1 Dick Smith, New River AZ2 Jerry D. Lee, Wittmann AZ3 Val Velitschkowski, Apache Junction AZ4 Norman Schoenradt, New River AZ5 Ken Brown, Gold Canyon AZ6 Dorene Ross, Aguila AZ7 Ron Kennedy, Glendale AZ8 Carl Linscott, Wickenburg AZ9 June Roberts, Chandler AZ10 Lori Van de Wolle, Chandler AZSHOWMANSHIP WINNERS1 Coyote Flats Dos Amigos Chili, Aguila AZ

Dorene Ross2 Cowboy Trading Post, Wickenburg AZ

Carl Linscott3 Kilt Lifter, Glendale AZ

Ron Kennedy

Dec 8, 2012-002 - Overland Park KSKC’s Great Toy Drive Chili Cookoff, 18 CHILISCHILI WINNERS1 Cecila Rivera, Lenexa KS2 Kevin Stovall, Lees Summit MO3 Steve Stuart, Wichita KS4 Shelley Kroencke, Lenexa KS5 Jim Lilleston, Overland Park KS6 Richard Hewlett, Haysville KS7 Virgil Johnson, Las Vegas NV8 Sweet Lee Kroencke, Lenexa KS9 Bob Geyer, Mission KS10 Gail A. Stuart, Wichita KSSHOWMANSHIP WINNERS1 Great Bowls of Fire, Lees Summit MO

Nichole Burl2 Rough & Ready, Lenexa KS

Sweet Lee Kroencke3 Toad Chokin’ Chili, Shawnee KS

Colleen Lintner

Dec 8, 2012-004 - West Tawakoni TXChristmas for Kids, 15 CHILISCHILI WINNERS1 Vicki Sanders, Ennis TX2 Ray Medlin, Rowlett TX3 Rex W. Jones, Dallas TX4 Danny Strunc, Ennis TX5 David Lefler, Bardwell TX6 Alan Fennell, Irving TX7 Dottie Brooks-Carnes, Maybank TX8 Edna Rogers, Ennis TX9 Steve Heaser, Dallas TX10 Larry Wampler, Terrell TXSHOWMANSHIP WINNERS1 Nana’s Chile, Ennis TX

Edna Rogers2 Tool Time Chili, Rowlett TX

Ray Medlin3 Road Warriors Roadkill Chili Brew, Terrell TX

Larry Wampler

Dec 8, 2012-006 - Augusta GACMFA Chilly Chili Cook Off, 15 CHILISCHILI WINNERS1 Chris Meikrantz, Augusta GA2 Lynette Blair, Douglasville GA3 Lane Blair, Douglasville GA4 Patti Dye, Evans GA5 Lee Daniel, Evans GA6 Hamilton Russell, North Augusta GA7 Chris Bishop, Augusta GA8 Landry Townsend, Augusta GA9 Bobby Keenum, Evans GA10 Bill Heslop, Birmingham AL

SHOWMANSHIP WINNERS1 Soldier Christmas, Grovetown GA

Scott Winkler2 Fatty Blair’s Chili Emporium, Douglasville GA

Lane Blair3 Chili Chili Bang Bang, Evans GA

Bobby Keenum

Dec 8, 2012-008 - Magnolia TXMagnolia Hometown Christmas, 23 CHILISCHILI WINNERS1 Pat Krenek, Houston TX2 Ralph Hay, Pasadena TX3 Kathryn Cavender, Stafford TX4 James Smith, Kingwood TX5 John Billy Murray, Kingwood TX6 Lewis Garrett, Houston TX7 John Thompson, Spring TX8 Doris Greenlees, Houston TX9 Michael (Mike) Hejl, College Station TX10 Scott Winter, League City TXSHOWMANSHIP WINNERS1 NDC Chili, Magnolia TX

Keith Karaff2 Angie, Magnolia TX

Buck Caraway3 My Handy Man, Magnolia TX

Mitch Sanders

Dec 9, 2012-002 - Overland Park KSGladiator Chili Cookoff & Food Dr, 15 CHILISCHILI WINNERS1 Virgil Johnson, Las Vegas NV2 Steve Dowdy, Kansas City MO3 Steve Stuart, Wichita KS4 Ethel Hewlett, Haysville KS5 Ryan Reynolds, Kansas City MO6 Colleen Lintner, Shawnee KS7 Richard Hewlett, Haysville KS8 Larry Velasquez, Mission KS9 Sweet Lee Kroencke, Lenexa KS10 Gail A. Stuart, Wichita KSSHOWMANSHIP WINNERS1 Rough & Ready, Lenexa KS

Sweet Lee Kroencke2 Chipotlehead Chili, Lees Summit MO

Kevin Stovall3 Dumb Blonde Chili, Kansas City MO

Jerri Dowdy

Dec 15, 2012-001 - Belton TXH-E-B Belton 2nd Annual, 15 CHILISCHILI WINNERS1 Cindy Hoey, Cedar Park TX2 Barbara Taylor, Cedar Park TX3 Bobby Ford, Lorena TX4 Dianne Stimson, Crawford TX5 Gil Hewlett, Tyler TX6 Bruce Brandel, Cedar Park TX

7 Chuck Taylor, Cedar Park TX8 Jason Goains, McGregor TX9 Sean Hoey, Cedar Park TX10 Karen Rush, McGregor TXSHOWMANSHIP WINNERS1 Mad Hatters, The, Tyler TX

Gil Hewlett2 Psyseo Chile, Leander TX

Terry Dekle3 Wink’s Surprise, Crawford TX

Dianne Stimson

Dec 15, 2012-002 - West Tawakoni TXDec 15 Jingle Bell Run, 27 CHILISCHILI WINNERS1 Bonnie Loxterman, Rowlett TX2 David Lefler, Bardwell TX3 Mark Sanders, Ennis TX4 Toni Bowman, Rowlett TX5 Glenda Vrba, Garland TX6 Michelle Kirk, Ennis TX7 Dottie Brooks-Carnes, Maybank TX8 Danny Strunc, Ennis TX9 Mike Rider, Richardson TX10 Jerry R. Hunt, Shreveport LASHOWMANSHIP WINNERS1 Tasmanian Devil, Murphy TX

David Hewlett2 Dog Gone Chili II, Quinlan TX

Jackie Grose3 Road Warriors Roadkill Chili Brew, Terrell TX

Larry Wampler

Dec 15, 2012-003 - Houston TXHouston Pod’s Christmas CCO, 40 CHILISCHILI WINNERS1 Noal Truitt, Friendswood TX2 Vicki Harvey, Houston TX3 Ce Ce Mathews, Johnson City TX4 Karin Barnes, Houston TX5 Vern Gilpin, Katy TX6 Melissa Draper, Katy TX7 Michael A Mayorga, Magnolia TX8 Jo Quist, Houston TX9 John Billy Murray, Kingwood TX10 Pat Krenek, Houston TXSHOWMANSHIP WINNERS1 Faded Love, Houston TX

Joe Braden2 Witches of Elkwich 151, Stafford TX

Kathryn Cavender3 Chicken Fried Steak Man, Houston TX

Douglas Beasley

Dec 15, 2012-004 - Cedar Hill TXGayle Mills Memorial, 29 CHILISCHILI WINNERS1 Jennifer Moore, Irving TX2 Dee Palmer, Mansfield TX

February 2013 Terlingua Trails 3 Delores Sanders, Arlington TX4 David Manske, Fort Worth TX5 Samuel Roberts, Arlington TX6 Melinda Sawey, Benbrook TX7 Alan Fennell, Irving TX8 Toby Hawley, Dallas TX9 Frances Sullivan, Euless TX10 Jason Clark, Arlington TXSHOWMANSHIP WINNERS1 Moss Man Chili, Glenpool OK

John Moss2 Blind Witch Chili, Arlington TX

Jason Clark3 Uownt-Too Chili, Mansfield TX

Dee Palmer

Dec 15, 2012-005 - San Marcos TXPennant Chase BBQ & Chili CCO, 27 CHILISCHILI WINNERS1 Sandy Thomas, Seguin TX2 Glenn Rummel, San Antonio TX3 Becky Allen, George West TX4 Annell Causey, Seguin TX5 Don Causey, Seguin TX6 Doyle Smith, San Antonio TX7 Sherry Haynes, Spring Branch TX8 Kay Sandlin, Seguin TX9 Harvey L. Haynes, Spring Branch TX10 Carolann Gibson, Seguin TXSHOWMANSHIP WINNERS1 Kamo Kweens, San Marcos TX

Pam Brown2 UNCLAIMED3 UNCLAIMED

Dec 16, 2012-001 - Temple TXH-E-B Temple #1 5 Annual Cookoff, 18 CHILISCHILI WINNERS1 Emily Brandel, Cedar Park TX2 Barbara Taylor, Cedar Park TX3 Jason Goains, McGregor TX4 Katelyn Dekle, Leander TX5 Dot Dekle, Leander TX6 Chuck Taylor, Cedar Park TX7 Terry Dekle, Leander TX8 Kelsie Pipkin, Leander TX9 Jon Clark, Austin TX10 Cecelia Stroessner, Austin TXSHOWMANSHIP WINNERS1 Psyseo Chile, Leander TX

Terry Dekle2 Deuces Wild Chili Team, Pflugerville TX

Chris Myers3 Mad Hatters, The, Tyler TX

Gil Hewlett

Dec 16, 2012-002 - West Tawakoni TXEast of Dallas Chili Pod Fund, 20 CHILISCHILI WINNERS1 David Lefler, Bardwell TX2 Jerry R. Hunt, Shreveport LA3 Toni Bowman, Rowlett TX4 Ray Medlin, Rowlett TX5 Ron Baker, Ennis TX6 Mike Rider, Richardson TX7 Judy Russell, Shreveport LA

8 Morris Moss, Garland TX9 Michelle Kirk, Ennis TX10 Cynthia “Kay” Lefler, Bardwell TXSHOWMANSHIP WINNERS1 Fields of Lillies, Ennis TX

Michelle Kirk2 Lair of the Fox, Rowlett TX

Toni Bowman3 Road Warriors Roadkill Chili Brew, Terrell TX

Larry Wampler

Dec 28, 2012-001 - San Antonio TXElks Lodge 216 4 DAY Chili CCO, 27 CHILISCHILI WINNERS1 Susan Dean, Johnson City TX2 Clyde C Rogers, San Antonio TX3 Joyce Jowers, San Antonio TX4 Alan Dean, Johnson City TX5 Kenneth Morgenroth, San Antonio TX6 V. Renee Griffin, Arp TX7 Becky Allen, George West TX8 Susan (Susie) Morgenroth, San Antonio TX9 Jennifer Cyrus, Cibolo TX10 Brent Allen, George West TXSHOWMANSHIP WINNERS1 Pirates of the Medina, San Antonio TX

Bob Steinle2 UNCLAIMED3 UNCLAIMED

Dec 29, 2012-001 - Kingsland TXCAST-OFF CASI CCO, 26 CHILISCHILI WINNERS1 Betty Sue Caffey, Rockdale TX2 Tammie Wooster, Wichita Falls TX3 Cindy Hoey, Cedar Park TX4 Emily Brandel, Cedar Park TX5 Bruce Brandel, Cedar Park TX6 Jean H. Barkley, Weimar TX7 John Caffey, Rockdale TX8 Jason Goains, McGregor TX9 Jessie Waguespack, Austin TX10 Larry “Doc” Kinnison, Marble Falls TXSHOWMANSHIP WINNERS1 Betty Boop Chili, Austin TX

Jessie Waguespack2 Tall Boy, Rockdale TX

John Caffey3 Greatest Chili Show/ Earth, Cedar Park TX

Emily Brandel

Dec 29, 2012-002 - Hobbs NMSENMCS 3 day cookoff, 18 CHILISCHILI WINNERS1 Jennifer Sherfield, Hobbs NM2 Matthew Jones, Lubbock TX3 Rick Thomas, Alto NM4 Darren Spradlin, Seminole TX5 Clifford (Cliff) Miller, San Angelo TX6 Kathy Mulkey, Hobbs NM7 Gregg Wilson, Odessa TX8 Janice Miller, San Angelo TX9 Gary Reid, Hobbs NM10 Krystal Jones, Lubbock TXSHOWMANSHIP WINNERS1 Mr. Tracy Chili, Odessa TX

Mike Tracy2 Lefty’s Chili Team #2, Odessa TX

Gregg Wilson3 UNCLAIMED

Dec 29, 2012-003 - San Antonio TXElks Lodge 216 2nd Day CCO, 37 CHILISCHILI WINNERS1 Kenneth Morgenroth, San Antonio TX2 Dianna Hoy, Cuero TX3 Debbie LaLanne, Pipe Creek TX4 Alan Dean, Johnson City TX5 Christine Knight-Ober, Cibolo TX6 Susan Dean, Johnson City TX7 Chris Ober, Spring TX8 Carol Gibbons, Seguin TX9 Becky Allen, George West TX10 Jennifer Cyrus, Cibolo TXSHOWMANSHIP WINNERS1 Big Kahuna Chili - Princess Edition, Cibolo TX

Christine Knight2 Texas Bull Chili, Spring TX

John Thompson3 UNCLAIMED

Dec 30, 2012-001 - Kingsland TXJust Because CASI CCO, 20 CHILISCHILI WINNERS1 Betty Sue Caffey, Rockdale TX2 Larry “Doc” Kinnison, Marble Falls TX3 Carrie Kinnison, Marble Falls TX4 Tammie Wooster, Wichita Falls TX5 Bruce Brandel, Cedar Park TX6 Lynn Hejtmancik, Buda TX7 Tim Collier, Snyder TX8 Sherry Haynes, Spring Branch TX9 Jean H. Barkley, Weimar TX10 Jessie Waguespack, Austin TXSHOWMANSHIP WINNERS1 Tall Girl Frog, Rockdale TX

Betty Sue Caffey2 Harvey Haynes, Spring Branch TX

Harvey L. Haynes3 Psyseo Chile, Leander TX

Terry Dekle

Dec 30, 2012-002 - Hobbs NM2nd Annual New Year’s Event, 22 CHILISCHILI WINNERS1 Rick Thomas, Alto NM2 Tony Valentine, Amarillo TX3 Matthew Jones, Lubbock TX4 Gary Reid, Hobbs NM5 Sheryl Valentine, Amarillo TX6 Mike Sherfield, Hobbs NM7 Karen Thomas, Alto NM8 Krystal Jones, Lubbock TX9 Kathy Mulkey, Hobbs NM10 Paul Mulkey, Hobbs NMSHOWMANSHIP WINNERS1 Lefty’s Chili Team #2, Odessa TX

Gregg Wilson2 Mr. Tracy Chili, Odessa TX

Mike Tracy3 UNCLAIMED

Dec 30, 2012-003 - San Antonio TXElks Lodge 216 3rd Day CCO, 44 CHILISCHILI WINNERS1 Larry Burruss, San Marcos TX2 Trace Carlson, Kerrville TX3 Susan (Susie) Morgenroth, San Antonio TX4 Christine Knight-Ober, Cibolo TX5 Sally Lee, San Antonio TX6 Kyle Bond, Kerrville TX7 Don Causey, Seguin TX8 Alan Dean, Johnson City TX9 Darcie Barnes, San Antonio TX10 Susan Punches, Madison SDSHOWMANSHIP WINNERS1 Big Kahuna Chili - Princess Edition, Cibolo TX

Christine Knight2 Tie Die Cook Team, Comfort TX

Kathy Moore3 UNCLAIMED

Dec 31, 2012-002 - Indianapolis INHoosier GPs New Year’s Eve CCO, 17 CHILISCHILI WINNERS1 Carol Knight, Lebanon TN2 Natalie Atwood, Shelbyville IN3 Trent Atwood, Shelbyville IN4 D Brian Spencer, Champaign IL5 Richard Knight, Lebanon TN6 Julie Netser, Seymour IN7 Susie Shaw, Parsons TN8 Jeff Netser, Seymour IN9 Preston Shaw, Parsons TN10 Jim Weller, Rockton ILSHOWMANSHIP WINNERS1 Rude Dog’s Chili, Indianapolis IN

Michael “Mike” Rude2 Smokee Mountain Bisket Boys-MD,

Severna Park MDJack “Nutlee” Windsor

3 UNCLAIMED

Dec 31, 2012-003 - Kingsland TXNew Years CASI CCO, 19 CHILISCHILI WINNERS1 Ruby Ross, Marble Falls TX2 Tammie Wooster, Wichita Falls TX3 Carrie Kinnison, Marble Falls TX4 Betty Sue Caffey, Rockdale TX5 Connie Collier, Snyder TX6 Bruce Brandel, Cedar Park TX7 Harvey L. Haynes, Spring Branch TX8 Tim Collier, Snyder TX9 Larry “Doc” Kinnison, Marble Falls TX10 Terry Dekle, Leander TXSHOWMANSHIP WINNERS1 Psyseo Chile, Leander TX

Terry Dekle2 Spine Tingling Chili, Marble Falls TX

Carrie Kinnison3 Tall Girl Frog, Rockdale TX

Betty Sue Caffey

Dec 31, 2012-004 - Hobbs NM2nd Annual New Year’s Eve CCO, 17 CHILISCHILI WINNERS1 David “Red Bean” Boone, Odessa TX

Terlingua Trails February 20132 Jimmy Rather, Hobbs NM3 Karen Sedlak, Paint Rock TX4 Jennifer Sherfield, Hobbs NM5 Paul Mulkey, Hobbs NM6 Kathy Mulkey, Hobbs NM7 Linda Rice, Hobbs NM8 Rick Thomas, Alto NM9 Mike Sherfield, Hobbs NM10 Kathy Boone, Odessa TXSHOWMANSHIP WINNERS1 Horn Toad Mania, Odessa TX

Kathy Boone2 UNCLAIMED3 UNCLAIMED

Dec 31, 2012-005 - San Antonio TXElks Lodge 216 4th day CCO, 25 CHILISCHILI WINNERS1 Brent Allen, George West TX2 Christine Knight-Ober, Cibolo TX3 Alan Dean, Johnson City TX4 Darcie Barnes, San Antonio TX5 Debbie LaLanne, Pipe Creek TX6 Brandon Payne, San Antonio TX7 Susan Punches, Madison SD8 Donna Conrad, Crawford TX9 Don Hoy, Cuero TX10 Susan (Susie) Morgenroth, San Antonio TXSHOWMANSHIP WINNERS1 Big Kahuna Chili - Princess Edition, Cibolo TX

Christine Knight2 UNCLAIMED3 UNCLAIMED

Dec 31, 2012-006 - Wichita Falls TXB&B Fifth Annl NY Eve CCO, 18 CHILIS

CHILI WINNERS1 David Lefler, Bardwell TX2 Kyle Adams, Iowa Park TX3 Cynethia “Cindy” Noe, Wichita Falls TX4 Janet Reynolds, Wichita Falls TX5 Carol Gibbs, Wichita Falls TX6 Mike Bryan, Wichita Falls TX7 Terry Graves, Wichita Falls TX8 Cynthia “Kay” Lefler, Bardwell TX9 David Reynolds, Wichita Falls TX10 Michelle Adams, Iowa Park TX

Jan 1, 2013-002 - Indianapolis INHoosier Hangover CCO, 16 CHILISCHILI WINNERS1 Preston Shaw, Parsons TN2 Carol Knight, Lebanon TN3 D Brian Spencer, Champaign IL4 Susie Shaw, Parsons TN5 Richard Knight, Lebanon TN6 Julie Netser, Seymour IN7 Natalie Atwood, Shelbyville IN8 Jim Weller, Rockton IL9 Trent Atwood, Shelbyville IN10 Donna Rude, Indianapolis INSHOWMANSHIP WINNERS1 Crazy Lady Chili, Indianapolis IN

Tonya Jester2 UNCLAIMED3 UNCLAIMED

Jan 1, 2013-003 - Palmyra VA9th Annual Bearly Chili Cookoff, 15 CHILISCHILI WINNERS1 Dick DeiTos, Fairfax VA2 Jackie Koltz, Palmyra VA

3 Daniel E. “Dan” Bauer, Alexandria VA4 Annette Daly, Palmyra VA5 Jeremy Bauer, Clifton VA6 Janie Bauer, Alexandria VA7 Joel Bowman, Greensboro NC8 Roger Koltz, Palmyra VA9 John Daly, Palmyra VA10 Cheryl Koltz, Palmyra VA

Jan 1, 2013-004 - San Antonio TXElks Lodge 216, Happy New Year CCO, 25 CHILISCHILI WINNERS1 Jeff Punches, Madison SD2 Christine Knight-Ober, Cibolo TX3 George K Jowers III, San Antonio TX4 Brandon Payne, San Antonio TX5 Glenn Rummel, San Antonio TX6 Tim LaLanne, Pipe Creek TX7 Susan Dean, Johnson City TX8 Melodie Smith, San Antonio TX9 Chris Ober, Spring TX10 Debbie LaLanne, Pipe Creek TXSHOWMANSHIP WINNERS1 Big Kahuna Chili - Princess Edition, Cibolo TX

Christine Knight2 UNCLAIMED3 UNCLAIMED

Jan 5, 2013-001 - Bastrop TXAmerican Legion Aux 533 CCO, 42 CHILISCHILI WINNERS1 Jessie Waguespack, Austin TX2 Emily Brandel, Cedar Park TX3 Joe Trigo, Bastrop TX4 Jerry Don “JD” Duggan, Cedar Creek TX5 Kelly Talavera, San Marcos TX

6 Barbara Taylor, Cedar Park TX7 Sandy Thomas, Seguin TX8 Alan Dean, Johnson City TX9 Betty Sue Caffey, Rockdale TX10 Harvey L. Haynes, Spring Branch TXSHOWMANSHIP WINNERS1 Working Girl Chili, Irving TX

Fennell. Crystal2 DIVA Frog, Palestine TX

Patti Meyers3 Tall Girl Frog, Rockdale TX

Betty Sue Caffey

Jan 6, 2013-001 - Bastop TXAmerican Legion Aux 533 CCO, 39 CHILISCHILI WINNERS1 Pam Brown, San Marcos TX2 Chuck Taylor, Cedar Park TX3 Harvey L. Haynes, Spring Branch TX4 Steve Ashman, Bastrop TX5 Betty Sue Caffey, Rockdale TX6 Alan Dean, Johnson City TX7 Dot Dekle, Leander TX8 Rebecca Lee, Bastrop TX9 John Caffey, Rockdale TX10 Lanny Thomas, Seguin TXSHOWMANSHIP WINNERS1 Tall Girl Frog, Rockdale TX

Betty Sue Caffey2 Working Girl Chili 2, Irving TX

Jennifer Moore3 Fall From Grace Chili, San Marcos TX

Kelly Talavera

Corporate Members

9 Fingers Jeep Tours – Odessa, TX

American Legion Post 490 – Houston, TX

Ballenger & Associates, Inc. – DeLeon, TX

Bottom of the Barrel Gang – Irving, TX

Carefree RV Resorts – Scottsdale, AZ

Cherokee Lakes, Inc – Alexander, AR

Chisos Mining Co. Motel, Inc. – Terlingua, TX

Chisos Mountains Lodge – Big Ben National Park, TX

City of Pflugerville – Pflugerville, TX

City of Madison, Georgia – Madison, GA

Cottonwood General Store – Terlingua, TX

Cycletek – Terlingua, TX

Giddy-Ups – Manchaca, TX

Goshawk Environmental – Austin, TX

High Sierra Bar & Grill – Terlingua, TX

International River Runners – Austin, TX

Irving Elks Lodge #2334 – Irving, TX

Long Draw Pizza – Terlingua, TX

Passport America – Long Beach, MS

Purple Haze Jeep Club - Gardendale, TX

R & R Construction, Inc. – Monahans, TX

Raven Investigations & Investments, Inc – Huntsville, TX

Renfro Foods, Inc. – Fort Worth, TX

RU2 Systems, Inc. – Mesa, AZ

Saltwater Cowboy Cantina – Terlingua, TX

Shotgun’s Bar – Odessa, TX

Southwest Abstract & Title Co. – Rankin, TX

Southwest Horn Toad Raisers Assn. – Odessa, TX

Star Ranch – McDade, TX

Texa-Chem Specialties of Midland – Midland, TX

Thunderbird Machinery – Odessa, TX

Two Gun’s LLC – Josephine, TX

VFW Post 688 – Boerne, TX

Wally’s Pole & Grill – Hobbs, NM

Wolfie’s – Lake Conroe – Montgomery, TX

WPI Firefighters Fund – Ft. Worth, TX

PLEASE WELCOME AND THANK THESE CASI MEMBERS. They have invested in our Society as Annual Corporate

Members. If you live in their area PLEASE stop by and thank them personally.

CORPORATE MEMBERSHIP REPORT


In the months that immediately follow TICC each yearthere is a time for visiting CASI sponsors and surveyingthem on information to help us better perform. Aschairman of the sponsorship group, CASI sponsors aremy clients. It is my job to represent their interests andpromote our support. We have a highly diverse group ofsponsors. Many have products that fit nicely intoeveryday CASI routine and others are just there for usfinancially. Many have support services instead of aproduct that they put at our disposal. CASI members arealso sponsors. Obviously, you are not compensated foryour time. You only have the satisfaction of participatingin our success. No member should ever think that the

smallest act for CASI is not appreciated. We cannot impact our sponsors if we alldo not push for their brands and services. Remember that when you see them andone of our events and give them a sincere “thanks” for believing in us. And please,accept a sincere “thanks” from me for what each of you does for CASI.

The initial feedback I get from the 46th Terlingua International ChiliChampionship is that it was a tremendous success. We had the highestparticipation of sponsor representatives in our history. Banners, product samples,personal appearances and financial underwriting were evident at every activity onthe grounds. Local officials, businesses, and citizens describe have told me thatthey were very pleased with the event.

There are some areas of concern as befits any activity of this size. Theprimary purpose of the CASI Winter Workshop is to review the pros and cons,and set a course for the next year. Financials are presented and issues arediscussed while they are still fresh on the mind. The workshop is casual. It is anopen opportunity for the membership to give their input to the Board and CASI inan informal setting. Duties are allocated for the year and the quest for TICC 47

begins. The workshop is an opportunity for members and directors to bondtogether for the common good of the organization. There is never enough timeduring the year to adequately do this, so we need to make the most of our time. Iurge you to consider this opportunity to participate at ground level. Consideryourself a leader and jump in. There is a great deal of satisfaction in moving usforward. Every member has the ability to put their mark in our history book.

Thank you for your support!

JIM EZELLSponsor Chair

SPONSORSHIP REPORT

SPONSOR SIGHTING - Phil Frazier (center) of Lone Star Beer with Garyand Kelly Brignon of Mild Bill’s Spices at the Tri-State Open ChiliChampionship.


SCHOLARSHIPPROGRAM

Remember Loved OnesContributions to the CASI National Scholarship Fund in memory of a loved one or to honora birthday, wedding, anniversary or special occasion are always appreciated. Please feelfree to utilize this form when submitting a donation. Donations should be mailed to:Nancy Hewlett, Scholarship Program Administrator, 802 Horizon Dr.,Murphy, TX 75094.

A contribution is enclosed in the amount of $____________.

This contribution is in memory of or in honor of: __________________________

Please send acknowledgement to: _____________________________________ (Name)

_______________________________________________________________ (Street Address) (City, State, Zip)Indicate acknowledgement is from:_____________________________________ (Name)___________________________________________________________________________ (Street Address) (City, State, Zip)

CONDOLENCESPlease keep these families and friends in your thoughts and prayers.

I am busy getting my ducks in a row to start thisscholarship season. I have received about 10applications from the general public to date (not goingthru a Great Pepper). My committee is in place and Iam sure that they are eagerly awaiting the arrival ofthe applications.

I will be making the rounds of my high schools laterthis week to pick up applications. I hope your Great Pepper is making the sameplans.

I am still looking for receipts of CASA Fiesta Products. Please get outthere and buy then send receipts to me.

Nancy HewlettScholarship Program [email protected]

Barbara Schueler on the loss of her mother, Jeannie Schueler,December 28, 2012, Rockwall, TX

Cynthia Whittenburg on the loss of her mother, Georgia Whittenburg,December 29, 2012, Thornton, Colorado

Ruby Ross on the loss of her Sister, Maxine Nolen, January 7, 2013, Marble Falls, TX

Nancy Netardus on the loss of her Father, Edwin Hundl, January 8, 2013, Pearland, TX

Margaret Nadeau on the loss of her Mother, Phyllis Firpo,January 13, 2013, San Mateo, CA.

Bob Green (left), Administrator of Moose Lodge 1721, receives a check for$400 from Dorothy Spishock, Pasadena Pod Great Pepper, and Ralph Hay,founder of the Pasadena Pod. The donation was raised at the 2nd AnnualMoose Toys for Tots Cookoff held December 1, 2012. Chili cooks donated toysto help make Christmas better.

Photo by Molly Truitt


KINGSLAND, TX - Three day chili cookoff weekend at the American Legion Post 437.CAST-OFF CASI COOKOFF, December 29, 2012, JUST BECAUSE COOKOFF,

December 30, 2012 and NEW YEARS COOKOFF , January 1, 2013.Photos by Jeannette Cardenas


INDIANAPOLIS, IN - Two great cookoffs held at the Country Inn & Suites. HOOSIER GP NEW YEAR'S EVE COOKOFF, December 31, 2012and HOOSIER HANGOVER COOKOFF, January 1, 2013.

Photos by Darin Jester


HOMOSASSA, FL – The Natures RV Resort wasthe home of the FLORIDA STATE OPEN COOKOFFheld on Oct 13, 2012, benefitting the Cancer Society.Top three places were automatic qualifiers for Terlingua2013.

Florida State 1st Place Winner! BertDunn from Homosassa, FL

Top three Florida State resident winners: Chuck Stock,Bert Dunn, and Rhonda Hiser

Photo by Candi Knight-Arevalo

Photo by Candi Knight-Arevalo

MARSHALL, TX - The ladies gather for a Tequila Rose Toast at the MARSHALLELKS LODGE ANNUAL SWEETHEARD CHILI COOKOFF, January 12, 2013.

CHILI DIVAS

BASTROP, TX - Chili Divas at the AMERICAN LEGION AUXILIARY 533COOKOFF, January 5, 2013.

Photo by Patti Meyers

Photo by Patti Meyers


Cooking With CASIGreetings!

Once again I would like to personally thank all of youinvolved in organizing and conducting CASI sanctionedcookoffs. Your hard work and dedication is greatlyappreciated and because of you CASI continues to bring onnew promoters, judges, cooks, and members.

We continue getting positive feedback regarding thewww.CASICHILI.net website and calendar. You can viewscheduled cookoffs and even click on a map directing you tothe location. If you have not yet been to the website, goonline and check it out.

If you have a Cookoff you would like to schedule forApril 2013 your cookoff must be submitted for approval no

later than February 15th. Thanks to all of you for planning early and getting yourcookoffs submitted. Also, if you are emailing information regarding an upcomingcookoff, the email address is [email protected]

According to CASI Rules all CASI cookoffs must be advertised in the TerlinguaTrails before the cookoff takes place in order to be sanctioned. You run a risk of notbeing sanctioned if you submit your cookoff for approval during the month before yourcookoff if it is after the 15th of the month.

And as we discussed in last month’s Trails, more and more Pods are printing theirown forms which is a convenience for you and saves CASI postage. A majority of theGreat Peppers took cup tickets for the year with them at the Great Peppers Meeting.Once again, thanks to all of you who already have your cup tickets.

For those folks who do not have tickets and are expecting a packet the packets aremailed out the first week of the previous month. This is due to an increasing number of“lost packets” and duplicate requests. So do not be alarmed if you have submitted acookoff but have not received a packet. March Packets will be mailed the first week ofFebruary, and so on. If you have an exception and need your tickets earlier feel free toemail a special request and we will get your packet in the mail earlier.

It is truly an honor and a privilege to serve as one of your Directors and bestwishes for a successful cookoff!

Lee KroenckeFeb 2, 2013-001 - Fort Smith AR CASI. AnnualBelch Amateur Chili Cookoff Annual BelchAmateur Chili Cookoff. held at Fort Smith ElksLodge, 5504 Massard Road. BenefittingChildren’s Service League of Fort Smith. CASIRules Apply. Entry fee $20., Turn-in 1pm.CHILI GRIND ONLY. Contact Cathy [email protected]. 479-561-4552. Makechecks payable to Children’s Service League.

Feb 2, 2013-002 - Linn Creek MO CASI. SevenSpring Fireside Cookoff To be held at SevenSprings Winery, 846 Winery Hill Estate. LinnCreek, MO. Cookoff will be indoors, in largeroom beside large fireplace. Tables and chairsfurnished. Each cook will have 1/2 of 8ft. table.CASI rules apply. CASI Entry fee $20.00, turnin 1:00PM. Home Style entry fee $20, turn in1:30PM, or cook both CASI and Home Style for$30. Salsa entry fee $5, turn-in 1:30 PM. Goodfood available at Winery Restaurant. ContactChelsea Klimkewicz at 573.317.0100 [email protected]

Feb 2, 2013-003 - Rankin TX CASI. HornedToad Regional CCO Held in Tommy WorkmanPark. 1st place - Bronze Horn Toad. This is anautomatic qualifier for top 3 chili winners andfirst place showmanship. Friday night fish fry;Tequila Rose Party; Saturday morning breakfast;

stew and pot luck; 42 tournament. Entry fee $25,turn-in 2 PM. Make checks payable to RankinMuseum. Contact Karen Bains 432-559-2419,432-693-2242, kbains45@sbglobal .net, DaveBoone 432-631-0365.

Feb 2, 2013-004 - Minden LA CASI. LA StateChampionship LA. State Championship & 22ndAnnual St. Jude CCO. Held at Minden CivicCenter 520 Broadway Minden, LA. 71055. CASIRules Apply. CASI entry fee $25, turn in 1PMCST. TICC Automatic Qualifier. Checks payableto: St. Jude CCO. World Class Gumbo SupperFriday night! Breakfast Saturday! BandSaturday! Goody Bags -1st 60 Registered Cooks!Do so early. Great Prizes! Last year: 84 cooksregistered. People’s Choice -over 400 tasters.Please bring extra chili as crowd appreciates it!Limited RV Parking after 3 PM Friday. Pleasecall Jerry Hunt ahead of time @ (318) 797-0719so we know number. Fabulous opportunity toparticipate in St. Jude Auction Friday. Saturday(Last year $1,065,000 raised - cars, TV’s, 4-wheelers, trailers - never a dull moment!) INFO:George E French III, c/o Minden Medical Center,#1 Medical Plaza, Minden, LA 71055 ; Daytime318- 371-5601; Evenings [email protected]

Feb 2, 2013-005 - Pearland TX CASI. Knights ofColumbus 8960 CCO Held at Knights ofColumbus 8960 2320 Hatfield Road Pearland,Texas 77581. Benefits Knights of ColumbusScholarship Fund. CASI Rules Apply. CASIentry fee $20, turn in 2PM. Chili grind only.Jackpot beans $10 entry fee, turn in Noon.Booze box raffle. Raffle for 21 guns donated byBass Pro Shop, $20 donation per ticket. This isa brand new cookoff with very excited andmotivated KofC members. Come join us for a dayof fun! Contact Susan Armand [email protected]

Feb 2, 2013-006 - Memphis TN CASI. PolarBear Plunge Chili Cook Off *** This cookoff ison ADVERTISING PROBATION *** Held atMud Island River Park, 125 North Front Street.Benefits Special Olympics of Greater Memphis.Pre-Registration deadline Janaury 24, 2013. CASIRules Apply. Entry fee $40, turn in 1:30PM.Chili Grind Only. Make checks payable to SpecialOlympics. All cooking teams must have on handa 2A/10BC portable fire extinguisher. Check inand setup 8:00AM - 9:30AM. Contact LisaTaylor 901-683-1271 ;[email protected]

Feb 2, 2013-007 - Midlothian TX CASI.Midlothian Plaza 1st Annual CCO *** Thiscookoff is on ADVERTISING PROBATION*** Midlothian Plaza 1st Annual Chili CookoffBlood Drive. Held at 1000 E Main St #207Midlothian, TX 76065. Benefits FirefightersAssociation-aid to fire victims and fallenFirefighters. Midlothian Plaza is hosting a CASIChili Cook off and Blood Drive with lots ofvendors, fun, games and prizes! We are teamingup with the Midlothian Fire Department andCarter Blood Care to help victims of fires! Thereis a $20 registration fee to come and show offyour Chili! Turn in at 1:00PM. CASI RULESAPPLY! All of the proceeds will go to firevictims. Please contact Carrie Brown at 817-714-6689 or 469-537- 8009 or email [email protected]

Feb 9, 2013-001 - Water Valley TX CASI. StValentine’s Day Massacre Day 1 This is day 1of a 2 day CCO. Held at Water Valley SeymourCrossing Harper Park located on South FM 2034off US Hwy 87. Benefits Concho Valley ChiliPod. This is a 2 Day CCO. See Sunday for moreinformation. Limited RV Hook Ups. $20/night.Jackpot Beans turn in 12:00 Noon, entry Fee $5.Chili turn in 2 PM. Entry fee $18.00. CHILIGRIND ONLY. There will be a cake auction anda 50/50 pot. Payable to Concho Valley Chili Pod.Pot Luck Supper Sat Night. For more information,contact Janice Miller at 3214 Oak MountainTrail, San Angelo, TX 76904, 325- [email protected]

Feb 9, 2013-002 - Hernando MS CASI.Mississippi State Championship Held atHernando Hills Country Club. Auto Qualifier forTICC. CASI Rules Apply. Entry fee $20.00,turn in 1:00PM. They will have a raffle and asilent auction Information contract Lynne Murry@ [email protected] 662-526- 5722

Feb 9, 2013-003 - Statesville NC CASI. ElksLodge CCO Held at 1521 Radio Rd., Statesville,NC. www.ncchili.com CASI rules apply. CASIand Freestyle chili turn in 1:00 PM. Entry feefirst chili $20, $10 entry for each additionalcategory entered. Showmanship also judged.Beans turn in at 12:00, salsa turn in 12:30PM.Benefits Elks Lodge charities. Make checkspayable to Piedmont Pepper Pod. Cook off heldinside the Elks Lodge, tables and chairs furnished;a great cook off rain or shine. Contact Joel at 336-944-6102

Feb 9, 2013-004 - West TX CASI. Out West Bar& Grill Out West Bar & Grill. Located at 301South Main Street (Take EXIT 353 off of I-35)inWest, Texas Now Mike and Wanda have gone outof their way to make CASI cook’s feel more thanwelcome over the past few years so come on let’sgive them a HUGE THANK YOU in return andgive them a GREAT TURN OUT. Plenty of RVParking. SORRY NO HOOK UPS. Can Cookinside if weather is bad. CHILI GRIND ONLY.Entry Fee $18.00. Turn in time 2:00pm Beansentry Fee $5.00 Turn in time NOON Top 3 PAYBACK. Live Entertainment, Great Food, 50/50Raffle. Come stay for the next day cook off. Formore information contact Dianne Stimson at254-855-2767; [email protected]

Feb 9, 2013-005 - Buda TX CASI. US NationalOpen Chili Championship Located at Cabela’soff I-35 in Buda, TX the US NationalChampionship CASI Chili turn in time is 1:00pm.Entry Fee is $35. Make checks payable to USNational. Registration must be postmarked nolater than 1-26- 2013 to receive a goody bag. ChiliGrind only. Contact Larry Burrus, 1003 CrpepMyrtle, San Marcos, TX 78666 phone 512-353-8895 or email [email protected]. Thisevent is an auto qualifier for the 2013 TerlinguaInternational Chili Championship.

Feb 9, 2013-006 - Bryan TX CASI. 3rd AnnualAmerican Legion Post 159 Held at 101 Waco St,(at Hwy 21) Bryan, TX.77803 CASI rules apply.Benefits the American Legion Legacy ScholarshipFund. $20 Chili Grind, 2PM turn in, $10 JackpotBeans, 12PM turn in, & $10 Hot Wings, 3PMturn in. Awards for 1st thru 10th place will bepresented. The Legion Riders will be sellingtasting cups for a People’s Choice award! Thewomen of the Legion Auxiliary will be hosting anindoor Country Store and Bake Sale. Plenty ofparking. Please help us support this worthyAmerican Legion program. Contact GarrettMartin ; 979-220-9976;[email protected]

Feb 9, 2013-007 - West Tawakoni TX CASI.VFW Post 2559 Cookoff At Hwy 276 acrossfrom Dollar General Store, 8 miles East of Quinlan.Entry fee $18 turn-in 1 PM. Beans $5 turn-inNoon. Free breakfast for the cooks. ContactJackie Grose 903-883-4916, 903- 456-9498.

Feb 9, 2013-008 - Pittsburg KS CASI. KansasSpecial Olympics Polar Plung Located at theFirst Church of the Nazarene 816 E. Quincy St.Pittsburg, KS 66762. Benefits Kansas Special


Olympics. CASI Rules Apply. CASI entry fee$20, turn in 1PM. This event will be held inconjunction with the Special Olympic PolarPlunge and 5KStrut. CASI cooks are needed toregister in advance to also serve as chili cookmentors/helpers for the Special Olympic chilicooks competing for Special chili honors. [email protected] to volunteer. Lots ofthrowdown tasters expected, so plan to cook anextra large batch for public samples. Contact EricRosenblad 620-232-1330 ;[email protected]

Feb 9, 2013-009 - Forest Hill TX CASI. Tip TopRiding Club Sweetheart CCO Located at 5139Glenn Ct. Forest Hill, TX 76140. CASI rulesapply. CASI entry fee $20, turn in 1:00PM.Jackpot Beans turn in 12:00 noon, entry fee $5.Benefits Royalty TTRC. Contact Bobby Kirby682-438-7917 ; [email protected]

Feb 9, 2013-010 - Orlando FL CASI. OrlandoChili Cook Off *** This cookoff is onADVERTISING PROBATION *** Held atOrlando Festival Park 2911 East Robinson StreetOrlando, Florida 32803 Benefits SpecialOlympics- Florida CASI Rules Apply. Entry fee$15, turn in 12:00PM EST. Chili Grind Only.There are five (5) contests to compete in: CASI,OPEN, VEGGIE, RESTAURANT andSHOWMANSHIP. You must select whichcategory you wish to compete in uponregistration. You can compete in multiplecategories but Restaurant category is only forrestaurants and eateries. On-site electricity andwater are available for cooks, as well as drive-onaccess in park to make booth access easier. Visitwww.orlandochilicookoff.com for additional

cookoff information or Anthony Hurd 407-718-4557; [email protected]

Feb 10, 2013-001 - Water Valley TX CASI. StValentine’s Day Massacre Day 2 Day 2 of thisSt Valentine CCO which will be held at WaterValley Seymour Crossing Harper Park located onSouth FM 2034 of US Hwy 87. Benefits ConchoValley Food Bank This is a 2 Day CCO. SeeSaturday for more information. Limited RV HookUps. $20/night. Chili turn in 12:00 Noon. Entryfee $18.00. CHILI GRIND ONLY. Payable toConcho Valley Chili Pod. Pot Luck Supper SatNight. For more information, contact JaniceMiller at 3214 Oak Mountain Trail, San Angelo,TX 76904, 325- 947-8753,[email protected]

Feb 10, 2013-002 - West TX CASI. Out WestBar & Grill Next Day Out West Bar & Grill NextDay Chili Cook Off. Located at 301 South MainStreet (take EXIT 353 off of I-35) in West ,Texas. Entry fee $18.00, turn in time 1:00pm.CHILI GRIND ONLY. Plenty of RV Parking.SORRY NO HOOK UPS. Can cook inside ifweather is bad. GREAT FOOD. Mike & Wandahave gone out if thier way to make all CASIcook’s feel more like family than just like cook’sso come on let’s do the same and give them aGREAT TURN OUT. See previous day. Formore information contact Dianne Stimson [email protected] or 254-855-2767

Feb 15, 2013-001 - Waxahachie TX CASI. 12thAnnual NOW Pod No Frills CCO 12th AnnualNOW Pod No Frills CCO held at the Ellis Co.Expo Center in Waxahachie off of Hwy 287.Gates open at 10 am Friday for early arrivals.Plenty of dry camping, no hook ups. No need to

worry about cooking in the cold - cook insidewarm and spacious Expo Center! We will behaving a cooks dinner Friday night. Come early,stay all weekend and get those TICC points!Entry fee $18, turn in 8 PM. CHILI GRINDONLY. Make checks payable to NOW Pod.Kelly Brignon 469.628.8840 [email protected].

Feb 16, 2013-001 - Comstock TX CASI. 8thAnnual Richard Hinds Memorial 8th AnnualRichard Hinds Memorial Scholarship CCO.Desert Hills RV Park, Hwy 90 W. Comstock,TX. Call 830 317-4336/432 292-4451 forreservations. Ask Comstock Motel for chilicook-off prices at 432-292-4484. CHILI GRINDONLY. Turn in 2:00 pm. $18.00 fee. Makechecks to Black Gold Chili Pod. Lloyd GoldwireBronze PANTHER Trophy for 1st place chili.Also Bronze INDIAN MAIDEN Richard ScottMemorial Traveling Trophy by Lloyd Goldwirefor 1st Place Chili. Traditional Trophies on Chiliand Show. Dessert and Art Auction 3:00 pm Satafternoon. 42 Tournament 6:00 pm with specialtrophies from Thunderbird Machinery forwinning team. Cook’s supper furnished Fridaynite . Black Gold breakfast Sat am. Hinds WellService Southern Style Pulled Pork Supper Satnite. Benefits Comstock School Scholarships.Sunday CCO same location. Call Janita Hinds formore info at 830 703-0096.

Feb 16, 2013-002 - Boerne TX CASI. InauguralVFW Post 688 Valentine CC Held at JavelinaHarley-Davidson 29078 I-10 West (Exit 546 atFair Oaks)Boerne, Texas 78028 CASI RulesApply. Entry fee $20.00 turn in 2PM CST.Benefits VFW Post 688. Plenty of RV space, drycamp only, no hookups. Room for day cookstoo! One day event 10AM- 5PM. Come out &support your Veterans and get your 2013 pointsfor Terlingua! Music, food, beer, sodas, raffles,vendors and games for the kids! Contact HermanFloyd 830-357-8092; [email protected]

Feb 16, 2013-003 - Caldwell TX CASI. 3rdAnnual Bernard Rychlik Memorial Located atVFW Post 4458, 1644 State HWY 36 South,Caldwell, TX 77836. Entry Fee $20 Turn in 1:00PM CST. Bean Cookoff Turn in noon. Free FishFry Friday night for Cooks and Guest. Raffle andSilent Auction Saturday. Chili Grind Only, CASIrules apply. Contact Vince Slominski 979-255-5148 or [email protected] This is day 1 ofa 2 day event. See Sunday 2-17-13.

Feb 16, 2013-004 - Waxahachie TX CASI. 12thAnnual Gingerbread House CCO 12th AnnualGingerbread House CCO held at the Ellis Co.Expo Center in Waxahachie. Entry for CASI Chiliis $20 (CHILI GRIND ONLY), entry for 50/50Beans is $10, entry free for Juniors is $10 andentry fee for Local Chili is $16. Turn in for allcategories is 1PM. Lots of raffle and silentauction items will be available this year. Chilicooks receive free entry to the Barn Dance onSaturday night. This is a 3 day cook off, see CCOinfo for 2/15 and 2/17 for additional information.Plenty of hotels nearby as well. Benefits the EllisCo. Childrens Advocacy Center (TheGingerbread House). Make checks payable toNOW Pod. Kelly Brignon 469.628.8840 [email protected]

Feb 16, 2013-005 - League City TX CASI.American Legion Post #554 Located at 1650Hwy 3 League City, Texas 77573 CASI RulesApply. Entry fee $20, turn in 2:00PM. Benefitsthe American Legion Boy’s State\AmericanLegion Auxilary Cancer Research. This is a two

day cookoff. See also Sunday 2/17/12. ContactDorothy Spishock 713-724-4059;[email protected]

Feb 16, 2013-006 - Amarillo TX CASI. JDRFValentine’s at the Valentines Held at 17101 FM2186 Amarillo, TX 79119. CASI Rules Apply.CASI entry fee $25, turn in 2PM. Chili grindonly. Dry camping available. Cook outside orinside. Benefits the Juvenile Diabetes ResearchFoundation. Help us fund a cure for Chance andother Type 1 Diabetics! If inclement weather orfor more information, contact Sheryl Valentine@ [email protected]

Feb 17, 2013-001 - Comstock TX CASI. 8thAnnual Comstock School Library 8th annualComstock School Library CCO. Desert Hills RVPark, Hwy 90 W, Comstock, TX. Call 830 317-4336/432 292-4451 for reservations. AskComstock Motel for chili cook-off prices at 432-292-4484. CHILI GRIND ONLY. Turn in 12:00NOON. $18.00 fee. Make checks to Black GoldChili Pod. Sunday morning breakfast by Lorina’sCantina. Chili and Show Trophies. SaturdayCCO at same location. Call Janita Hinds for moreinfo at 830 703- 0096.

Feb 17, 2013-002 - Caldwell TX CASI. BernardRychlik Memorial CCO This is the second dayof a two day cook off held at the VFW Post 4458,1644 State HWY 36 South, Caldwell, TX 77836.CASI Rules Apply. CASI Entry fee $20, turn in12:00 Noon. Chili Grind Only. Free Fried FishSupper (Friday Night for Cooks and Guest)Raffle and Silent Auction Saturday. ContactVince Slominski PO Box 848 Caldwell, TX77836; 979-255-5148; [email protected]

Feb 17, 2013-003 - Waxahachie TX CASI. 11thAnnual Cotton Patch CCO 11th Annual CottonPatch CCO held at the Ellis Co. Expo Center inWaxahachie off of Hwy 287. Entry Fee $18, turnin Noon. CHILI GRIND ONLY. Make checkspayable to NOW Pod; benefits The GingerbreadHouse. This is a 3 day cook off that starts Fridaynight - indoor cooking all weekend, plenty of drycamping and lots of fun! Come out and party EllisCo. Style!

Feb 17, 2013-004 - League City TX CASI.American Legion Post #554 Located at 1650Hwy 3 League City, Texas 77573 CASI RulesApply. Entry fee $20, turn in 1:00PM. Benefitsthe American Legion Boy’s State\AmericanLegion Auxilary Cancer Research. This is a twoday cookoff. See also Saturday 2/16/12. ContactDorothy Spishock 713-724-4059;[email protected]

Feb 23, 2013-001 - Jacksonville FL CASI. CASI2nd Annual USO Help on the Home Front ChiliCook Off. Held at Fleet Reserve Association(FRA). 5391 Collins Road, I-295 Exit 12 toBlanding Blvd (SR 21), North 0.5 mile to CollinsRoad, right 1 mile to FRA. CASI turn in HIGHNOON, Open turn in 1:00 PM. Entry fee $20CASI, $15 Open, $30 both. Early registration byJan 1st, $25 for CASI & Open. We anticipate alarge crowd and will be selling tasting kits to raisemoney to send care packages to the troops.Please bring plenty of Peoples Choice Chili tosupport this effort. Entry in either CASI or Openallows competition for Showmanship. This willbe a great event with celebrity judging,entertainment, and food/beverages. Forinformation contact Chuck Stock 904-272-0505,[email protected] or go towww.usochilicookoff.com.

February 2013 Terlingua Trails Feb 23, 2013-002 - Overland Park KS CASI.Gladiator Pod Chili Cookoff Located at 8804Grant Street, Overland Park. KS. 66212, VFWPost 846. This is day one of a two day cookoff.CASI entry fee $20. Turn in 1:00PM. Chili GrindOnly. Homestlye $20, turn in 1:30 PM. Beans$5, turn in 1:30PM. Benefits Gladiator ChiliPod. Camping available with limited hookups.For information contact Shelley [email protected]

Feb 23, 2013-003 - Garland TX CASI.10thAnnual Colder Than Hella Shrine 10th AnnualColder Than Hella Shrine CCO. Two day cookoff,held at Garland Hella Shrine Temple, 2121Rowlett Rd. Entry fee $20, turn-in 1 PM. Beansentry fee $5, turn-in Noon, pay top 3. BenefitsTexas Garland Hella Shrine. Full RV hookups(12) are first come first serve at $15 per day.Depending on weather, you can cook insidedown below or outside under the cover. Makechecks payable to Garland Hella Shrine DirectorsStaff. Contact Bill Borne [email protected];214-878-4888 CHILI GRIND ONLY. 50/50cash raffle and other raffle with 6 tickets for $5.Burgers/fries for sale at lunch. Cooks dinner onFriday at 5:30PM cost is $8. Bingo follows thedinner. Come early.

Feb 23, 2013-004 - San Antonio TX CASI. TexasOpen Chili Championship The 2013 Texas OpenChili Championship will be held at Trader‘sVillage, 9333 Southwest Loop 410 at Old PearsallRd. Benefits the “Wounded Warriors FamilySupport”. Entry $30.00, open cook-off, turn-in1:00PM, Automatic Qualifier. JR cook off entry$10.00, turn-in 12:00 noon. JR cooks must be age7 to 17. No outside help may be given to JR cooksonce they have started their chili. Traders Villagelocated on Southwest side of San Antonio. Plentyof RV parking on asphalt, no hook ups. Badweather no problem 50,000 sq. ft. of pavilion tocook under. Come Friday and enjoy the Fridaynight cooks meal being furnished by AmericanLegion Post 593 of Converse. RV‘s may startarriving at noon Thursday. Come out cook chiliand shop the shops at Trader‘s Village. For roomreservations contact the LaQuinta Lackland Innat (210) 674-3200. They are located at 6511 W.Military Dr. San Antonio, 78227. When callingask for the Texas Open room rates. The rate is$85.50+tax. There are 20 rooms blocked out. TheLaQuinta Inn is 6.22 miles from Trader‘s Village.For additional information contact Clyde Rogersat (210) 415- 6855 [email protected] orHappy Hinman at (210) [email protected]

Feb 23, 2013-005 - Sherwood AR CASI.Arkansas Men’s State Championship Held atSherwood Forest 111 West Maryland Sherwood,AR. North on Hwy 107 in Sherwood, left onMaryland, appoximately one mile on the right.Benefits Sherwood Rotary Charities. Make checkspayable to Sherwood Rotary. CASI Rules Apply.Auto qualifier TICC 2013 for top three Arkansasfinishers and 1st place Arkansas showmanship.Also auto qualifies 1st place chili if not anArkansas Resident. CASI entry fee $20, turn in1:00PM. Rotary Cookoff $5 (Rotary only).Contact Linda Nickle 617 W. M. Ave. NorthLittle Rock, AR 72116 501-791-2191;[email protected]

Feb 23, 2013-006 - Sherwood AR CASI.Arkansas Women’s State Championship Held atSherwood Forest 111 West Maryland Sherwood,AR. North on Hwy 107 in Sherwood, left onMaryland, appoximately one mile on the right.Benefits Sherwood Rotary Charities. Make checks

payable to Sherwood Rotary. CASI Rules Apply.Auto qualifier TICC 2013 for top three Arkansasfinishers and 1st place Arkansas showmanship.Also auto qualifies 1st place chili if not anArkansas Resident. CASI entry fee $20, turn in1:00PM. Rotary Cookoff $5 (Rotary only).Contact Linda Nickle 617 W. M. Ave. NorthLittle Rock, AR 72116 501-791-2191;[email protected]

Feb 23, 2013-007 - Wichita Falls TX CASI.Eagles Chili Cook Off Held at Eagles Lodge 4128,5396 Seymour Hwy, Wichita Falls, TX. CASIentry fee $20.00, turn in 2 PM. CHILI GRINDONLY. Jackpot Beans entry fee $5.00, turn in 12noon). Benefits Diabetes Research. Cooks partyFriday night. Camping with limited hookups.Contact Dale Gorman 940-632-7322.

Feb 23, 2013-008 - Edmond OK CASI. DavidCurtis Memorial *** This cookoff is onADVERTISING PROBATION*** Held at theElk’s Lodge located 5925 E.Waterloo Rd Edmond, OK 73034 at I35 N of OKC to Waterloo Rd turneast approx 3/4 mile to Elk’s Lodge. CASI RulesApply. Chili Grind Only. Benefits Elk’s charities.Entry fee $20, turn in 1:00PM. Elk’s divisionentry fee $10, turn in 1:00PM. Jackpot beansentry fee $5, turn in 12:00PM. Make checkpayable to Hooch Pod. Contact Joe Spears 128Amber Ridge Shawnee OK 74801 ; 405-650-3354 or [email protected]

Feb 24, 2013-001 - Overland Park KS CASI.VFW# 846 Day After Chili Cookoff Located at8804 Grant Street, Overland Park. KS. 66212,VFW Post 846. This is the second day of a twoday event. CASI entry fee $20. Turn in 1:00PM.Chili Grind Only. Homestlye $20, turn in 1:30PM.Beans $5, turn in 1:30PM. Benefits VFW localcharities. Camping available with limited hookups.For information contact Shelley [email protected]

Feb 24, 2013-002 - Garland TX CASI. Day 2Garland Hella Shrine CCO Held at Garland HellaShrine 2121 Rowlett Rd. Entry fee $20, turn-innoon. Benefits Garland Hella Shrine Full RVhookups (12) are first come first serve at $15 perday. Depending on weather, you can cook insidedown below or outside under the cover. Makechecks payable to Garland Hella Shrine DirectorsStaff. Contact Bill Borne [email protected];214-878-4888 CHILI GRIND ONLY. 50/50cash raffle and other raffle with 6 tickets for $5.Burgers/fries for sale at lunch.

Feb 24, 2013-003 - San Antonio TX CASI. TexasOpen Day After CCO Texas Open Day AfterCCO will be held at Trader‘s Village 9333Southwest Loop 410 at Old Pearsall Rd. Turn-in time 1:00 PM CHILI GRIND ONLY. Entryfee $18.00. Make checks payable to Texas OpenSA. Come out cook chili and enjoy the events puton at Trader‘s Village by their vendors. For roomreservations contact the LaQuinta Lackland Innat (210) 674-3200. They are located at 6511 W.Military Dr. San Antonio, 78227. When callingask for the Texas Open room rates. The rate is$85.50+tax. There are 20 rooms blocked out. TheLaQuinta Inn is 6.22 miles from Trader‘s Village.Contact Clyde Rogers [email protected] or Happy Hinman at210-364-8577 [email protected]

Mar 2, 2013-001 - Horn Lake MS CASI. Por PodCook Off DATE CHANGED See March 23rd.Held at the American Legion in Horn Lake, MS. CASI Rules Apply. Bring something for a raffle.Entry fee $20.00, turn in 1:00PM This is the

February 2013 Terlingua Trails cook off to send Great Pepper to the GreatPeppers meeting. Information contact LynneMurry @ [email protected] 662-526-5722

Mar 2, 2013-002 - Tyler TX CASI. Tyler RotaryClub’s Eleventh Annual Held at 4202 SouthBroadway, across from the Tyler BroadwaySquare Mall on Saturday, March 2nd, rain orshine. Registration begins Saturday, 8:00 a.m.Chili turn-in time is 1:00 p.m. Please bring somethrow down chili for the crowd. Choice of grind.Entry fee is only $20.00! Really neat prizes.Tents, tables, and chairs for public. CASI RulesApply. RV parking, but no hookups. Proceedsbenefit local and district club projects. Forquestions, e-mail [email protected] call FranHall at 903-561-8056. Check out ourwebsite at www.tylerrotary.org.

Mar 2, 2013-003 - Tyler TX CASI. Rose City/Tyler Rotary Club CCO Rose City Chili Pod andTyler Rotary Club are combining their AnnualCASI Chili Cook-Offs to be located at GanderMountain, 151 Market Square Boulevard inTyler on Saturday, March 2nd, rain or shine.Registration begins Saturday, 8:00 a.m. Chiliturn- in time for Junior Cooks Chili and Beans isat 12:00 with CASI Chili turn in at 1:00 p.m. onSaturday. Please bring some throw down chili forthe crowd. Chili grind only. CASI Rules Apply.Entry fee for chili is $20.00. Entry fee for beansis $5.00. Split beans 50/30/20. Sunday cookoff,entry fee is $20.00, turn in at 12:00. Lots of RVparking, but no hookups. Proceeds benefitRCCPod’s Society For The Prevention of Crueltyto Animals of Tyler, and Tyler Rotary Club’sproceeds benefit local and district club projects.For questions, contact Great [email protected] [email protected] via e- mail or callEric Jensen at 903- 581-1992; Fran Hall at 903-561- 8056. Check out our websites atwww.tylerrotary.org.

Mar 2, 2013-004 - Austin TX CASI. 31stSIGHTFEST 2013 31st Annual Sightfest held atGiddy Ups, Manchaca Road, South Austin,Texas. CASI Rules Apply. Beans $5.00, turn in1:00PM, chili, $20.00, turn in 2:00PM. ChiliGrind Only. Silent auction. Plenty of parking, nohook ups. Can come in Thursday. Cooks’ partyFriday Night, continental breakfast Sat., pot luckSaturday, biskits and sausage gravy Sundaymorning. Cookoff, Chili only, on Sunday. Comespend the weekend with us. 31 years of chilicooks helping buy hundreds of pairs of glassesFor AISD needy children. God Bless us all andGod Bless America. Contact Lion John Caffey512-760-5274, Lion Sue Caffey 512-760-8789

Mar 2, 2013-005 - Corsicana TX CASI. Bark forLife of Navarro County Held at Bunert Park 201Bunert Park Rd. Corsicana TX. 75110. Exit 231in Corsicana off of I- 45, go West on HWY 31/7thAvenue for 1/4 mile. Park is on your right. Youcan’t miss it! CASI Rules Apply. Our 2nd Barkfor Life of Navarro County is a fundraising effortthat is in addition to our Relay for Life event. Allproceeds benefit the American Cancer Society.We will have a car show, auction, and of coursethe dog walk around the track. Please bring yourpups! We will have awards for biggest dog,smallest dog, the dog who traveled the furthest,and others. CASI entry fee $20, turn in 1:00PMCST. CHILI GRIND ONLY. 50/50 beans $10,turn in NOON. Please contact Andy Williamswith any questions at 903-851-7360 [email protected].

Mar 2, 2013-006 - Irving TX CASI. Irving ElksLodge Held at the Irving Elks 2334, 2015 N.Britian, Irving, TX 75061 CASI CORPORATESPONSOR. CASI Rules Apply. CASI entry fee$20, turn in 2:00PM. Beans entry fee $5, turn in1:00PM. Elks only division, turn in 2:00PM (nocharge if participating in CASI, else $15.00)Cooks dinner Friday night-Benefits Irving ElksCharities. Make checks payable to Irving Elks2334.Plenty of parking spaces. For moreinformation, contact Irving Elks Lodge, 972-579-0005

Mar 2, 2013-007 - Little Rock AR CASI. DickWagner Memorial Chili Cookoff Held at theVFW 9095, corner of Kanis and Gamble Rd.CASI rules apply. Entry fee $20, turn in 1PMPlenty of RV parking, limited hookups. For infoJames Mosley 501-837-8106 or Vfw 9095 501-225- 9849

Mar 2, 2013-008 - Odessa TX CASI. AmericanLegion Aux. Girls State The American LegionAuxilary Girls State Chili Cook Off will be heldat the America Legion Post 430, 2701 Pueblo St.and service road 20. CASI Rules Apply. ChiliGrind Only. The catagories are: Chili $20.00 turnin 2:00PM , Children Chili $5.00, turn in 1:00PM.Beans $5:00, turn in 1:00PM. Showmanship12:00PM - 1:00PM. We can cook indoors if needbe. There are some electric hook ups. Checks willbe made to ALA Unit 430. For information callPhyllis Patton 432-553-1403 or Connie Melton432-208-7329.

Mar 2, 2013-009 - Casa Grande AZ CASI. AZState Open Chili Championship Held at EdHooper Park. Pinal/Rodeo Drive. Auto qualifyierfor 2013 TICC. CASI Rules Apply. Chili and/orPeople’s Choice $25 (T-shirt included). Turn-inCASI chili 2PM. Start serving people’s choice11AM. We really need people’s choice chili tosupport the huge crowd. Plenty of RV parking.Hotels nearby. Cook’s party Friday night at6PM...bring something to grill. This is a big eventwith arts & crafts vendors, car show, foodvendors and live band. Contact Kalen Halter 520-631-3409 [email protected].

Mar 3, 2013-001 - Tyler TX CASI. Rose City/Tyler Rotary Club CCO Rose City Chili Pod andTyler Rotary Club are combining their AnnualCASI Chili Cook-Offs to be located at GanderMountain, 151 Market Square Boulevard inTyler on Saturday, March 2nd, rain or shine.Registration begins Saturday, 8:00 a.m. Chiliturn- in time for Junior Cooks Chili and Beans isat 12:00 with CASI Chili turn in at 1:00 p.m. onSaturday. Please bring some throw down chili forthe crowd. Chili grind only. CASI Rules Apply.Entry fee for chili is $20.00. Entry fee for beansis $5.00. Split beans 50/30/20. Sunday cookoff,entry fee is $20.00, turn in at 12:00. Lots of RVparking, but no hookups. Proceeds benefitRCCPod’s Society For The Prevention of Crueltyto Animals of Tyler, and Tyler Rotary Club’sproceeds benefit local and district club projects.For questions, contact Great [email protected] [email protected] via e- mail or callEric Jensen at 903- 581-1992; Fran Hall at 903-561- 8056. Check out our websites atwww.tylerrotary.org.

Mar 3, 2013-002 - Austin TX CASI. 31STAnnual Lions NO FRILLSFEST 31st Lions NoFrillsfest. Chili Only. CASI Rules Apply. Turnin 1:00PM. Grind Only. Same place as Saturday,Giddy Ups, Manchaca Road, South Austin, TX.Biskits and gravy for breakfast. Come and spend

Terlingua Trails February 2013the weekend with us and cook Saturday andSunday. $20.00 Entry fee. Thank you chili cooksfor all these years of helping buy glasses for theAustin School Kids. You can come in Thursday.Nancy will have plenty of cold beer for us. GiddyUps has been a Corporate sponsor for a numberof years and has been a huge supporter of AustinLions Sight. Hope to see you there. ContactLions Sue and John Caffey 512-760-5274 or 512-760-8789. Before 2-26-13, 512-446-2364 After512-760-8789

Mar 9, 2013-001 - Crawford TX CASI. St. PaulLutheran Memorial CCO The St. Paul LuteranMemorial Chili Cook Off and Crawford BBQCook OFF will be held Saturday March 9, 2013at The Tonkawa Falls Park Off of Hwys 185 &317 in Crawford, Texas. There are RV HOOKUP’s first come first serve basis $15.00 a nightfor the event only. Plenty of RV PARKING,Shade Trees, room for day trippers. Chili EnrtyFee $18.00 Turn in time 2PM CHILI GRINDONLY. CASI Rules Apply. There will also bethe BBQ again this year LSBS rules apply $65Enrty Fee for one or all meats,1/2 chicken,porkspare ribs, & brisket, 75%Payback. DRY PINTOBEANS Entry Fee $5.00 Payback to top 3. Turnin time 11AM. There will be a 50/50, a silentauction, a raffle and other events TBA at a laterdate. This is the ONLY event the Church holdsall year to raise money for upkeep and repairs fortheir cemetary, the differance that we have beenable to make for them is amazaing. So come onlet’s have a WONDERFUL TURN OUT ANDHELP THEM EVEN MORE. For moreinformation on the chili cook off contact DianneStimson at [email protected] or 254- 855-2767. For more information on the BBQ CookOff contact Donna Conrad at [email protected] 254-855-4733 SEE NEXT DAY COOK OFFLOOKING FORWARD TO SEEING ALOTOF YOU THERE.

Mar 9, 2013-002 - Bullhead City AZ CASI. WeCare Cancer Support Inc Held at the BullheadCommunity Park, Highway 95, Bullhead City,AZ. CASI Rules Apply. Entry fee $20, turn in2:00PM. Ground Meat Only. Make checkspayable to WCCS. Contact Karen Kang-MorrisPO Box 20844 Bullhead City, AZ 86439; 928-758-2327; 928-210- 2327;[email protected] m

Mar 9, 2013-003 - Jacksboro TX CASI. JacksboroFire Dept Cookoff Held at Jack Co.Fair Barn,1072 State Hwy 59 Jacksboro, TX. 76458 BenefitsJacksboro Fire Dept. CASI Rules Apply. CASIentry fee $20, turn in 1PM CST. The JacksboroFire Dept holds the Guiness World Record forthe biggest pot of chili at 1500 lbs, which was setlast year during their cookoff. This year they willbe setting the record for the biggest pot of beans.The cookoff will have very good raffle items toinclude a high quality Deer blind among otheritems. A Chicken Fried Steak Dinner will beserved on Saturday night followed by the PatWaters Band and dance. Chili cooking will beinside in the event of bad weather. The huge potof chili was a site to see last year, come out andsee the Fire Dept cook 500 lbs of beans. ContactMel Fitzhenry 940-704-0923;[email protected]

Mar 9, 2013-004 - Richmond MO CASI.Richmond Shrine Chili Cookoff Held at RichmondShrine Club 400 Wollard Blvd Richmond, MO64085. Benefits Richmond Shrine Club Charities.CASI Rules Apply. Entry fee $20, turn in Noon.Homestyle Chili, Turn-in 1:00PM, Entry Fee$20.00. Homemade Pie Contest, Turn-in

11:00AM, Entry Fee $15.00 Contact AlvinKallenberger 816 - 776 - 6365;[email protected]

Mar 9, 2013-005 - Pasadena TX CASI. PasadenaMoose Lodge #1721 Held at 3919 PanseyPasadena, Texas 77050 CASI Rules Apply.Entry fee $20, turn in 2PM. Benefits LauraRecovery. This is a two day cookoff, see Sunday3/10/12. Contact Dorothy Spishock 713-724-4059 [email protected]

Mar 9, 2013-006 - St. Charles IL CASI. St.Charles VFW Post 5036 CCO Held at St. CharlesVFW Post 5036, 119 N. Third St at State Street.The cookoff will be inside the hall, enter at thesouth end of building. Entry fee $20 turn-in 2PM. Benefits VFW Charities. Make checkspayable to Chillini Pod. Contact Bill Pierson 411Illinois Ave. Batavia IL [email protected] 630-879-7934

Mar 9, 2013-007 - Comfort TX CASI. HermannSons Retirement Home Annual Held at HermannSons Road Comfort, TX 78013. Benefits HermannSons Scholarship Fund. CASI Rules Apply.Entry fee $20, turn in 2:00PM. Bean entry fee$10.00, turn in noon. Amateur chili entry fee$15.00, turn in 1:00PM. Cooks party Fridaynight. RVs are welcome, no hook-ups. ContactBrenda Gunnick at 830-995- 2724.

Mar 9, 2013-008 - Tulsa OK CASI. Spring FlingChili Cook Off Held at the American Legion Post# 1 1120 E. 8th St. Tulsa, OK 74120. CASI Chilientry $20.00, Chili Grind Only. Awards/Prizesto top 10. CASI Showmanship no entry fee,Awards/Prizes top 3. OPEN Chili entry $20.00,Awards/Prizes top 3. JUNIOR Chili, no entryfee Awards top 5, Prizes to ALL. TURN INTIME FOR ALL 2:30PM Showmanship time1:00PM to 2:00PM Hamburgers, Hot Dogs,Beverages available all day. Bar will open at11:00AM. Friday Steak Night starts 6:00PM.Saturday Breakfast 8:00AM to 10:00AM**Indoor cooking available RV Parking - no hookups. Contact Info - Rick Alfaro 918-951-8116 orMike Duester 918-260-5302. Advanced entrymail to: American Legion c/o Chili Cook Off 1120E. 8th St Tulsa, OK 74120 Make checks payableto American Legion Post #1

Mar 9, 2013-009 - Tyler TX CASI. Tyler Elks#215 Held at the Tyler Elks Lodge # 215 locatedat 13618 State Hwy. 31 W. Tyler, TX 75709.CASI rules apply. Entry fee $20, turn in 1:00PM.Beans $5.00, turn in 12:00PM. Have 3 hook ups.$2.00 public. Cooks dinner Friday, 6:00PM.Contact Homer George 903- 539-8965 ;[email protected]

Mar 10, 2013-001 - Crawford TX CASI. POTPOD Favorite Charity CCO The POT PODFavorite Charity Cook Off will be held on Sunday3-10- 2013 at The Tonkawa Falls Park Locatedoff Hwys 317 & 185 in Crawford, Texas Thereare Full HOOK UP’S on a first come first servebasis $15.00 a night fot the event only. Plenty ofshade trees and RV Parking, and room for daytrippers. Entry Fee $18.00, turn in time 1PM.Chili Grind Only. CASI Rules Apply. This is theonly event the Church does all year to raisemoney for any type of repairs or ukeep so comeon let’s really help them out and have a GREATTURN OUT. SEE PREVIOUS DAY COOKOFF. For more information contact DianneStimson at [email protected] or 254-855-2767. Come let’s make this a really BIG EVENTFOR THEM IT’S A SMALL CHURCH.Looking forward to seeing alot of you there.

Mar 10, 2013-002 - Jacksboro TX CASI. BlackSheep Pod Cookoff Held at Jack Co. Fair Barn,1072 State Hwy 59 Jacksboro, TX. 76458 CASIRules Apply. CASI entry fee $20, turn in 12PMCST. Chili cooking to be inside in event of badweather. Contact Mel Fitzhenry 940-704-0923; [email protected]

Mar 10, 2013-003 - Pasadena TX CASI. PasadenaMoose Lodge #1721 Held at 3919 PanseyPasadena, Texas 77050 CASI Rules Apply.Entry fee $20, turn in 1PM. Benefits MooseLodge. This is a two day cookoff, see Saturday3/09/12. Contact Dorothy Spishock 713-724-4059 [email protected]

Mar 16, 2013-001 - Water Valley TX CASI. St.Patrick’s Day Extravaganza St Patrick’s DayExtravaganza Day 1 CCO will be held at WaterValley Seymour Crossing Harper Park located onSouth FM 2034 off US Hwy 87. Charity ESAChapter, St Jude’s Hospital. This is a 2 DayCCO. See Sunday for more information. LimitedRV Hook Ups. $20/night. There will be JackpotBeans with their turn in time at 12:00 noon. TheBean Entry fee is $5. Chili turn in is at 2:00 PM.Entry fee for the chili is $18.00. CHILI GRINDONLY. There will be a cake auction and a 50/50pot. Payable to Concho Valley Chili Pod. PotLuck Supper Sat Night. For more information,contact Janice Miller at 3214 Oak MountainTrail, San Angelo, TX 76904, 325-947-8753,[email protected]

Mar 16, 2013-002 - Watkinsville GA CASI.OCMS - Relay for Life Chili CookOff Held atOconee County Middle School 1101 Mars HillRd. Watkinsville, GA 30677 CASI Rules Apply.CASI entry fee $25, turn in 1PM EST. BenefitsThe American Cancer Society Relay. Foradditional information contact Cindy AcAdams706-474- 1027;[email protected]

Mar 16, 2013-003 - Caballo NM CASI. CaballoEagles Aerie #4308 Annual Caballo Eagles Aerie#4308 Annual CCO held at NM Highway 187South, Caballo, NM. CASI Rules Apply. Entryfee $20, turn in 2:00PM. The Caballo EaglesLodge is located off of I-25. Take exit 59, turnonto NM Hwy 187 South. Travel approximately2 miles and look for the U.S. Flag. RV hook- upsare available on a first come, first served basis.The Eagles will serve dinner Friday evening andbreakfast and lunch on Saturday for a small fee.There will be people’s choice red and green chili.The entry fee for each category is $10.00. Makechecks for CASI contest payable to NMCS.Make checks for peoples choice chili payable toEl Valle Eagles #4308. Contact Bud Barrick, 575-382-5107 or [email protected].

Mar 16, 2013-004 - Canyon Lake TX CASI.SAP-CASI Annual Chili Cook-Off Held at HillCountry Riverside Resort at Canyon Lake -13190 FM 306.www.hillcountryriversideresort.com Entry feeis $20 on Saturday and $18 on Sunday or both for$35. Friday Night Cooks’ Party. CHILI GRINDonly. Chili turn-in at 2PM. Beans $10 60/40split. Bean turn-in at 12noon. Drink Mix- offs -details to follow. Also will be having an eveningPutPut Golf tournament. Potluck supper on Satnight. Contact Sue Ann Brooks at 210-639-1524,email [email protected] or DavidRichardson at 210-655-6590,[email protected] for info. Plenty ofRV parking - contact 830-964-3629 to makereservations.

Mar 16, 2013-005 - Fort Worth TX CASI. 37thAnnual Cowtown CASI CCO Come join us atCabelas for the 37th annual Cowtown CASICCO, Cabelas is located at exit 65 on I-35 andTexas 170. Cowtown will have raffles for greatitems. Friday night arrivals welcomed. Plenty ofRV parking. NO HOOK UPS.. Friday nightBeans and Salsa contest, CASH prizes! SaturdayCASI rules, grind only. Trophies for top 10chilis, top 10 Junior, and top 3 show. 1st placeCASI chili wins airfare/hotel to cook at the St.Thomas Virgin Island CCO in August. 7th annualNorth Texas Junior Chili Championship. 1stplace Junior prize to be announced...2nd thru10th will recieve trophies. Adult entry fee $20.00turn in at 1:00pm, Junior entry (ages 8-17)$10.00 turn in 12 noon. CASI rules as well.Goody bags for first 100 cooks registered. Stayafter the cook off Saturday night for a seafoodboil dinner, we will also have burgers and dogs fornon seafood eaters. Send early registration toGerald Casey, 1506 Cherokee St. Arlington Texas76012. Must be recieved by March 1st..Moreinfo contact Gerald Casey [email protected] or at 817.798.2114. SeeMarch 17 for day after cook off.

Mar 16, 2013-006 - E. Girard KS CASI. AmericanLegion Post 26 The American Legion Post 26CASI Chili Cook Off located at 144 E. Hwy 47,East Girard, KS. CASI rules apply. CASI entryfee $20, turn in Noon. Chili Grind Only. Wingsentry fee $5, turn in 12:30PM. Fried WingsOnly. Salsa entry fee $5, turn in 12:30PM. CallTravis McCauley for additional information at620-875- 9043.

Mar 16, 2013-007 - Sutherland Springs TXCASI. 5th Annual Sutherland Springs CCO Heldat the Sutherland Springs Community Building411 14th Street - corner of 4th Street SutherlandSprings, TX 78161 Benefits the SutherlandSprings Comm. Assn. Scholarship Fund. CASIrules apply. Entry fee $20, turn in 1:00PM.Small town with a big heart - we’re trying togrow! Beans, salsa, and cornbread - $5 eachadditional category - turn in 12:00PM. 35 milesSE of San Antonio, on US 87. 2 campgroundswithin 1 mile. Convenience store 1 block away.Contact Donna King 830-446-1292 ;[email protected]

Mar 16, 2013-008 - Peoria AZ CASI. ArrowheadHarley Davidson CCO Held at 16130 N.Arrowhead Fountain Center Drive Peoria, AZ85382. Benefits Arizona Burn Center. CASIrules apply. Entry fee $15, turn in 1:00PM MST.People’s choice chili starting at 11:00AM. ContactJerry Lee 623-388-9748 ;[email protected]

Mar 17, 2013-001 - Water Valley TX CASI. St.Patrick’s Day Extravaganza Day 2 of this 2 dayCCO will be held at Water Valley SeymourCrossing Harper Park located on South FM 2034off US Hwy 87. Benefits Concho Valley ChiliPod CCO CASI. Limited number of hook ups.$20/ night. Chili turn in at 12 noon. CHILIGRIND ONLY. Entry fee $18.00. Payable toConcho Valley Chili Pod. Saturday night Potluck.This is a 2 day CCO. See Saturday’s information.For more information, contact Janice Miller at3214 Oak Mountain Trail, San Angelo, TX76904, 325-947-8753, [email protected]

Mar 17, 2013-002 - Canyon Lake TX CASI.SAP-CASI Day After Cook-Off Held at HillCountry Riverside Resort at Canyon Lake -13190 FM 306.

February 2013 Terlingua Trails www.hillcountryriversideresort.com Entry feeis $20 on Saturday and $18 on Sunday or both for$35. Friday Night Cooks’ Party. CHILI GRINDonly. Chili turn-in at 12 Noon. Potluck supper onSat night. Contact Sue Ann Brooks at 210-639-1524, email [email protected] or DavidRichardson at 210-655-6590,[email protected] for info. Plenty ofRV parking - contact 830-964-3629 to makereservations.

Mar 17, 2013-003 - Fort Worth TX CASI. Dayafter Cowtown CASI CCO Held at Cabela’s12901 Cabelas Dr. Fort Worth, TX 76177. 2ndday of Cowtown CASI CCO. Stay and cook andhave a good time. CASI rules apply, grind only,entry fee $18, turn in at noon. For more infocontact Gerald Casey at [email protected] 817.798.2114

Mar 23, 2013-001 - Oveland Park KS CASI.Kansas Men’s State Open Championshi Locatedat 8804 Grant Street, Overland Park. KS. 66212,VFW Post 846. CASI entry fee $25 Turn in1:00pm. Chili grind only. Homestlye $20, turn-in 1:30 pm. Beans $5, turn in 1:30 pm. BenefitsVFW local charities. The winner and top 3Kansas CASI finalists auto qualify for the 2013Terlingua International Championship. Campingavailable with limited hookups. For informationcontact Shelley at [email protected]

Mar 23, 2013-002 - Overland Park KS CASI.Kansas Women’s State Open Champions Locatedat 8804 Grant Street, Overland Park. KS. 66212,VFW Post 846. Casi entry fee $25 Turn in1:00pm. Chili grind only. Homestlye $20, turn-in 1:30 pm. Beans $5, turn in 1:30 pm. BenefitsVFW local charities. The winner and top 3Kansas CASI finalists auto qualify for the 2013

Terlingua International Championship. Campingavailable with limited hookups. For informationcontact Shelley at [email protected]

Mar 23, 2013-004 - High Springs FL CASI.O’Leno Ole’ Chili Cook Off Held at O’LenoState Park 410 NE Oleno Park Road High Springs,Florida 32643 CASI Rules Apply. CASI entryfee $20, turn in 1PM EST. OPEN Cook Off turnin 1:15PM EST OPEN Entry Fee $20 ($35 forboth) For additional information contact HarrietWalsh [email protected] 386-454-4806

Mar 23, 2013-005 - Blanchard LA CASI. Tasteof Blanchard Held at Donnie Bickham MiddleSchool. CASI Rules Apply. CASI entry fee $20,turn in 1:00PM. Chili Grind Only. Please bringthrow down chili, lots of public expected! Moreinformation to come! Contact Janet Nash 318-218- 8357; [email protected]

Mar 23, 2013-006 - Converse TX CASI.American Legion 592 Chili Cookoff Held at theAmerican Legion Post 593, 325 W Legion Drive,Converse, TX. RV parking no hookups, cooksparty Friday evening. CASI Rules Apply. CASIentry fee $20, turn in 2:00PM. Cookoff next daysame location. Contact Happy Hinman 210-364-8577 [email protected]

Mar 23, 2013-007 - Garland TX CASI. AnnualSt. Pats Garland Elks CCO Garland Elks Cookingchili at the Garland Elks Lodge # 1984, 3825Duck Creek Dr. Cross street is Centerville andDuck Creek for St. Pats Day. Cook on the patio,in park or parking lot. CASI Rules Apply.$20.00 entry fee for chili. $5.00 for beans, paystop 3 winners. Bean turn-in at Noon. Chili turn-in 1 PM. Chili 1st thru 3rd place will receive a

stove. There is also a Texas State ElksChampionship CCO the same day. Entry in theCASI CCO allows entry to the ELKS CCO to befree otherwise the Elks CCO is $15. BenefitsElks National Foundation. Make checks payableto Garland Elks Lodge #1984. Contact DaveHewlett [email protected] 214-695-3806.Chili Grind only meat. Camper hookups availablefor electric on limited basis. Small fee charged.

Mar 23, 2013-008 - Eatonton GA CASI. 2013Lake Oconee Chili Cookoff Held at The Villageat Harmony Crossing Harmony Crossing - Hwy.44, just north of Harmony Rd. Eatonton, Georgia31024. Benefits Georgia Firefighters BurnFoundation, Inc. CASI Rules Apply. CASI entryfee $25, turn in 1:00PM EST. Contact Bill Lewis770-337-9010; [email protected]

Mar 23, 2013-009 - Horn Lake MS CASI. PorPod Cook Off Held at the American Legion inHorn Lake, MS . CASI Rules Apply. Bringsomething for a raffle. Entry fee $20.00, turn in1:00PM This is the cook off to send GreatPepper to the Great Peppers meeting.Information contact Lynne Murry @[email protected] 662-526-5722

Mar 23, 2013-010 - Wichita Falls TX CASI.Kelly Crush Memorial Scholarship Held at 1409Lamar Street Wichita Falls, Texas 76301. CASIRules Apply. Benefits Kelly Crush MemorialScholarship Fund. CASI entry fee $20, turn in2:00PM. Chili Grind Only. Jackpot Beans entryfee $5.00, turn in noon. Dessert entry fee $5.00,turn in 1:00PM. Contact Kevin Wooster, 940-733-9221; [email protected]

Mar 23, 2013-011 - Arlington TX CASI. 2ndAnnual Arlington Lodge Cook off Arlington

Lodge open house and Chili Cook Off located atArlington Masonic Lodge 1415 W. Abram,Arlington, TX 76013. CASI Rules Apply. Entryfee $20, turn in 1PM. Benefits Arlington MasonicLodge. Jackpot Beans $5 ~Alcohol should not beseen on site~ Iced Tea and Water will be availablefor free on site. Soft drink cans / bottles or plasticcups are acceptable and should be disposed ofappropriately. Blood- Drive benefiting TexasScottish Rite Hospital for Children. ContactDonald Riney, 817- 459- 3553 [email protected]

Mar 23, 2013-012 - Apache Junction AZ CASI.Arizona Women’s Open Championship Locatedat Goldfield Ghost Town, 4650 N. MammothMine Road Apache Junction, AZ 85219. TheArizona Women’s Open Championshipcombined with Arizona Men’s OpenChampionship and Arizona State Green ChiliChampionship. Yes, you read correctly, threemajor events at one location on the same day!How much fun is that? The Ghost Town and Ihave joined forces with CASI to put together thisCHILI EXTRAVAGANZA. Don’t fear, theever popular People’s Choice Chili is still on too,so bring out plenty of throw down to serve themasses. CASI Entry fee is $25, turn in time isnoon. THIS IS AN AUTO QUALIFYER for the2013 TICC. OK grab your honey, friends too,and come on out to have a huge CHILI DAY atthe Goldfield Ghost Town.

Mar 23, 2013-013 - Apache Junction AZ CASI.Arizona Men’s Open Championship Located atGoldfield Ghost Town, 4650 N. Mammoth MineRoad Apache Junction, AZ 85219. The ArizonaWomen’s Open Championship combined withArizona Men’s Open Championship and ArizonaState Green Chili Championship. Yes, you read

Terlingua Trails February 2013correctly, three major events at one location onthe same day! How much fun is that? The GhostTown and I have joined forces with CASI to puttogether this CHILI EXTRAVAGANZA. Don’tfear, the ever popular People’s Choice Chili isstill on too, so bring out plenty of throw downto serve the masses. CASI Entry fee is $25, turnin time is noon. THIS IS AN AUTO QUALIFYERfor the 2013 TICC. OK grab your honey, friendstoo, and come on out to have a huge CHILI DAYat the Goldfield Ghost Town.

Mar 23, 2013-014 - Amarillo TX CASI. PaloDuro Masonic Lodge Held at 1701 S PolkAmarillo, TX 79102. Benefits Palo Duro MasonicLodge Charities. CASI rules apply. CASI entryfee $25, turn in 2:00PM. For additionalinformation contact Ted Hannis 806-683-5633

Mar 24, 2013-001 - Overland Park KS CASI.Vets for Pets Chili Cookoff Located at 8804Grant Street, Overland Park. KS. 66212, VFWPost 846. CASI entry fee $20 Turn in 1:00pm.Chili grind only. Homestlye $20, turn-in 1:30pm. Beans $5, turn in 1:30 pm. Benefits Vets forPets. Camping available with limited hookups.For information contact Shelley [email protected]

Mar 24, 2013-003 - Converse TX CASI.American Legion 592 Chili Cookoff Held at theAmerican Legion Post 593, 325 W Legion Drive,Converse, TX. RV parking no hookups, cooksparty Friday evening. CASI Rules Apply. CASIentry fee $20, turn in 1:00PM. Cookoff previousday same location. Contact Happy Hinman 210-364-8577 [email protected]

Mar 24, 2013-004 - Garland TX CASI. DAMPOD Annual Pod CCO St. Pats Day 2 DAMPOD Annual Pod Chili Cook Off. Held at 3825Duck Creek Drive. Cross street is Centerville andDuck Creek. Cook in the park or on the patio.CASI Rules Apply. $20.00 entry fee for chili,Chili Grind Only. Chili turn-in NOON. Charitywill be the DAM POD. Make checks payable toCASI DAM POD. Contact Dave Hewlett 214-695-3806 [email protected]

Mar 30, 2013-001 - Kerrville TX CASI. KerrvilleEaster Fest and Cook-Off Held at Flat Rock Park3840 Riverside Drive Kerrville, Texas 78028.Benefits Leadership Kerr County. CASI EntryFee $20.00, turn in 2:00PM. Chili Grind Only.KERRVILLE Easter Festival and Cook-Off.Saturday, March 30, 2013. Live music, EasterEgg Hunt, Washer Pitching, People’s ChoiceChili, Vendors etc. Bring your throw down chilias we always have several hundred spectators forchili tasting! Plenty of RV parking availablestarting at Noon on Friday through Sunday. Nohook-ups. Jackpot Beans $10, Salsa $10, AmateurChili $20. Lone Star BBQ Chicken/Pork SpareRibs/Brisket - $75 for all or one. Turn In Times:Salsa - 11am, Beans and Chicken - 12pm, Ribs -1:30pm, Chili - 2pm, Brisket - 3pm. For cook offinformation contact Tricia Byrom 830-267-1668or email [email protected].

Mar 30, 2013-002 - Canton TX CASI. BuffaloGirls 14th Annual CASI CCO Buffalo Girls 14thAnnual CASI Chili Cookoff. Held at BuffaloGirls Hotel Old Mill Market Place 542 EastDallas St. Canton, TX. 75103. CASI RulesAppy. Ground Meat Only. Entry fee $25.00,turn in 1:00PM. Family Fun Event duringCanton’s 1st Monday Trade Days at The BuffaloGirls Hotel in Canton. Easter Egg Hunt on TheMountain. Live and Silent Auctions Raffles,

Entertainment, Table Top Showmanship. Set up7am 9am Trophies and winners announcedimmediately after judging. Overnight lodgingavailable & RV Hookups on site. Shopping til10PM on The Mountain Contact Susan Matassa903-567- 7829 OR Neta Rohr 214-704-6287 1st15 entries receive Goody Bags Money Donatedto CLAW, (Rescued Pet Adoptions) Entry Formon line @ www.buffalogirlshotel.com Makechecks out to C.L.A.W. PRINT AND MAILENTRY TO: Susan Matassa/Chili Cookoff 354VZCR 4108 Canton, Texas 75103

Mar 30, 2013-003 - Wichita Falls TX CASI.American Legion Post 169 Annual CCO Held atthe American Legion Post 169, 4605 LakeshoreDr., Wichita Falls, TX. Benefits Post Charities.CASI Rules Apply. Chili entry fee $20.00, ChiliGround Only, turn in 2:00PM. Jackpot Beanentry fee $5.00, turn in 12 noon. RV parking, nohookups, can cook inside if bad weather. ContactDon Barfield, 15643 W. FM 171, Wichita Falls,TX. 76305 940-322-5057,[email protected]

Mar 30, 2013-004 - Amarillo TX CASI. RollingHills Riding Club Held at 5901 Sierra Hills Rd.Amarillo, TX 79124. CASI rules apply. Entryfee $25, turn in 2:00PM. Benefits Rolling HillsRiding Club Youth Group. Silent Auction andBake sale. Cook inside or outside. Contact MichaelRolen 806 - 231 - 0102 ;[email protected]

Apr 6, 2013-001 - Frankston TX CASI. SmokeOn The Water First Annual Smoke on The WaterChili-Cookoff at Lake Palestine Resort 8900Ruby Lane, Frankston, TX 75763. CASI RulesApply. Cookers begin at 8AM. Entry fee $25.00,turn in Noon. Trophies and plaques to be awarded.Benefiting Rainbow House in Frankston, TX.Will also have a car show and live entertainmentthroughout the day. Contact Scott Martin 903-876-2253; [email protected]

Apr 6, 2013-002 - Crane TX CASI. Crane YouthBaseball Held at 6th Street Park behind SwimmingPool Crane, TX 79731 CASI Rules Apply.Entry fee $20, turn in 2PM. There will be a kidscook-off $5.00 entry fee, turn in time 12NOON.There will also be a cooks breakfast at 9:00AMSaturday. For more information call Jim Crain at432-558-3170 or 432-664-0848;[email protected] or Robin Crain at 432-664-7459.

Apr 6, 2013-003 - Johnson City TX CASI. TexasMen’s State Chili Cookoff Located at the BlancoCounty Fairgrounds, west side of Hwy 281, justsouth of bridge crossing the Pedernales River.CASI Entry fee $35, turn-in 1 PM. Automaticqualifier for TICC. Benefits many Johnson Citycharities and emergency services. RV parking w/limited electric. Park opens Thursday morning at8 AM. Cooks’ party Friday night. PotluckThursday night. Entertainment Friday andSaturday nights. Domino tournament, open cashbeans, wings, and much more. Special bronzelonghorn trophy and $500 TICC expense moneyto 1st place chili. Also, Texas Men’s StateBarbecue Championship, 70/30 payback, pays10 places. Join us for the fun. Contact Alan Dean,or [email protected]. 512- 567-2835.Watch our website texasmenschili.org for moredetails.

Apr 6, 2013-004 - Weesatche TX CASI. 13thAnnual Chili & BBQ Cookoff WeesatcheVolunteer Fire Department’s 13th Annual Chili

& BBQ Cookoff. Held at the WeesatcheCommunity Center. Registration begins @9:30AM. 10:30AM Cooks meeting. CASI rulesapply. CASI entry fee $20, turn in 2:00PM.HomeStyle entry fee $15, turn in 2:00PM.(HomeStyle open to all age groups) JackpotBeans entry fee $15, turn in 11:00AM. Chickenentry fee $15, turn in 12 Noon. Spare Ribs entryfee $25, turn in 1:00PM. Brisket entry fee $25,turn in 3:00PM. Bake Sale, Raffle tickets.Announcements @ 4:00PM. Live Auction andRaffle following announcements. Plenty of RVParking. Electric hook-ups limited, 1st come 1sthook-up for $10 night. For more info contactHealani @ 361-645-9073 or Kim Buesing @ 361-935-5791

Apr 6, 2013-005 - Wichita Falls TX CASI. Elks1105 Held at the Elks 1105 located at 4209Seymour Hwy Wichita Falls, TX 76301. CASIrules apply. Entry fee $20, turn in 2:00PM.CHILI GRIND ONLY. Jackpot Beans, $5.00entry fee. Bean turn in time 12 noon. ContactKevin Wooster 940- 733-9221 ;[email protected]

Apr 7, 2013-001 - Johnson City TX CASI. PodOn The Pedernales Cookoff Blanco CountyFairgrounds, west side of Hwy 281 just south ofthe bridge crossing the Pedernales River. Benefitslocal pod charities. CASI rules apply. Entry fee$18 turn-in 1 PM. Chili grind only. Saturdaynight music, dancing, and fun. Great awards.Contact Alan Dean 512-567-2835 [email protected].

Apr 13, 2013-001 - Water Valley TX CASI.Meltdown for Autism CCO Held at Water ValleySeymour Crossing Harper Park located on SouthFM 2034 of US Hwy 87. Benefits AutismSpeaks. Limited RV hook-ups at $20/night. CASIRules Apply. Chili Grind Only with turn in at2PM. There will be a cake auction and a 50/50raffle. For more information , contact Laura Coadat 325-374- 8800.

Apr 13, 2013-002 - New River AZ CASI. NewRiver “The Station” Cookoff 2nd Annual NewRiver “The Station” cookoff to be held at 46202N. Black Canyon Hwy., 20 minutes North of I-101 on I-17. Take the New River exit, turn east1/4 miles to the Frontage Rd. Proceed North onthe Frontage Rd 1/4 mile. CASI turn in 2:00PM.Grade A meat. More information to follow.Contact Sharren Christopherson 602-819- 3264;623-743-6476; [email protected]

Apr 13, 2013-003 - St. Hedwig TX CASI. St.Hedwig American Legion To be held at theAmerican Legion Hall, FM 1346 St. Hedwig, TX.CASI Rules Apply. CASI entry fee $20, turn in2PM. Chili Grind Only. Bean cookoff $10, turnin 1PM. Benefits Hall Building Fund. Makechecks payable to St. Hedwig American Legion.There will be a car show Saturday with lots ofcars to see. Dry camping only, no hookups.Contact Happy Hinman 330 Pamela Dr. SanAntonio, TX 78223. 210-364-8577 ;[email protected]

Apr 13, 2013-004 - Wichita Falls TX CASI.Team Greg’s Plumbing Relay for Life Held at3987 State Hwy 79 S., Wichita Falls, Texas76310. CASI Rules Apply. Benefits Relay forLife. CASI entry fee $20, turn in 2:00PM. ChiliGrind Only. Jackpot beans, $5.00 entry fee, turnin 12:00PM. Dessert $10.00 entry fee, turn in11:00AM. Cooks party Friday night, meal will

be served. Contact Kevin Wooster, 940-733-9221; [email protected]

Apr 13, 2013-005 - Comfort TX CASI. ComfortVFD Chili Cookoff Held in Comfort Park. Entryfee $20, turn-in 2:00PM. Beans entry fee $10,turn-in 12:00PM. Benefits Comfort Vol. FireDept., RV parking, no hookups. Checks payableto Comfort VFD. Contact Steven Bohnert 830-995-3659.

Apr 13, 2013-006 - Garland TX CASI. GarlandGISD Weaver Elementary CCO This cookoffhas been CANCELLED.

Apr 13, 2013-007 - Oronogo MO CASI. Vines& GRIND Outdoor Wine Tasting and CASI ChiliCompetition to be held on the grounds of theKeltoi Winery. Located at 17705 County Road260 Oronogo, MO 64855. Benefits JoplinAssociation for the Blind. CASI Rules Apply.CASI Chili (Chili grind only), No Rules Chili,Traditional Salsa and Non- traditional Salsa.Entry fee is $25 for first category and $5 for eachadditional category. Turn in 2:00PM. One Chili& Wine tasting wristband included with entry.Tasting wristbands are available for a $5 donation.Live music provided by the Bluffdwellers from1:00-4:00pm. Picnicing is available on the grounds.Contact Jon Tupper 417-439-8605 ;[email protected]

Apr 13, 2013-008 - Muskogee OK CASI. AzaleaFestival Chili Cook Off Muskogee AzaleaFestival Chili and BBQ CCO. Held at CivicCenter Market Square 5th and Boston, Muskogee,OK. CASI rules apply. Benefits MuskogeeEducation Foundation. CASI Chili turn in time11:30AM, Entry Fee $25.00 before 4/06/13. Onsite entry fee $35.00. Chili Grind Only. BBQTimes and information available on website.http://exchangeclubmuskogee.org Send entriesto: Muskogee Exchange Club Attn: Kevin IgertP.O. Box 2488, Muskogee, OK 74402 Contacts:Kevin Igert 918-360- 6967 or Carl Kelly 918-686-6800

Apr 13, 2013-900 - Garland TX CASI. GarlandElks Building fund CCO Garland Elks Lodge #1984 CCO, Location 3825 Duck Creek Dr.Garland Texas. Cross street is Centerville andDuck Creek. Cook on the patio, in park orparking lot. $20.00 entry fee for chili. $5.00 forbeans, pays top 3 winners. Bean turn-in at Noon.Chili turn-in 1 PM. Chili 1st thru 3rd place willreceive a stove. Benefits Elks building fund.Make checks payable to Garland Elks Lodge#1984. Contact Dave [email protected] 214-695-3806. ChiliGrind only meat. Camper hookups available forelectric on limited basis. Small fee charged.

Apr 14, 2013-001 - Water Valley TX CASI.Concho Valley Chili Pod CCO This day 2 of atwo-day CCO. See Saturday for moreinformation. Limited RV hook-ups for $20/night.Chili turn-in is at 12:00 Noon. Entry fee is$18.00. Chili Grind Only. Checks payable toConcho Valley Chili Pod. For more information,contact Janice Miller at 3214 Oak MountainTrail, San Angelo, Texas 76904. 325-947-8753or [email protected]

Apr 14, 2013-002 - St. Hedwig TX CASI.St.Hedwig American Legion Day After To beheld at the American Legion Hall, FM 1346 St.Hedwig, TX. CASI Rules Apply. CASI entry fee$18, turn in 1PM. Chili Grind Only. BenefitsAmerican Legion Scholarship Fund. Make checks

Terlingua Trails February 2013payable to St. Hedwig American Legion. Drycamping only, no hookups. Contact HappyHinman 330 Pamela Dr. San Antonio, TX 78223.210-364-8577 ; [email protected]

Apr 14, 2013-900 - garland TX CASI. GarlandElks #1984 build fund day 2 Garland Elks Lodge# 1984 CCO day 2,Location 3825 Duck CreekDr. Garland Texas. Cross street is Centervilleand Duck Creek. Cook on the patio, in park orparking lot. Come out and help the ELKS refurbishtheir site.$20.00 entry fee for chili. Chili turn-in1 PM. Benefits Elks building fund. Make checkspayable to Garland Elks Lodge #1984. ContactDave Hewlett [email protected] 214-695-3806. Chili Grind only meat. Camper hookupsavailable for electric on limited basis. Small feecharged.

Apr 20, 2013-001 - Pelham AL CASI. S.O.A.P.Pod Cook off Located at Lakeside Pavilion, OakMountain State Park 200 Terrace Drive, PelhamAL. CASI entry fee $20.00, turn in 2:00PM.Benefits SOAP Charities. Make checks payableto State of Alabama Pod. Alabama Black EyedPea Championship 12:00 noon.Entry fee $5.00.Contact Bill Heslop 1244 Greystone Park DriveBirmingham, AL 35242; 972-743-3426;[email protected]

Apr 20, 2013-002 - Independence KS CASI.Chili Showdown in the Park Located at RiversidePark, East Oak Street, Independence, KS 67301.CASI entry fee $20 before April 7, $25 after, turnin 12 noon. Chili Grind Only. Homestyle Chilientry fee $20, turn in 1 PM. $30 entry for bothcategories. Juniors for those 17 and younger $10entry fee, turn in 1:30PM. Tent and RV parkingavailable Fri night no hook ups. Please contactDebby Sandoval if you plan to camp forarrangements [email protected] or find her on Facebook.Camping with hook ups nearby. Other lodgingincludes Microtel 620-331- 0088 Super 8 620-3318288 Knights Inn 620-331-7300 and AppleTree Inn 620-331-5500

Apr 20, 2013-003 - Mountainburg AR CASI.Miss Piggy Annual Mountain Top CO MissPiggy Annual Mountain Top Chili Cookoff.Held at 11939 Canova Trail (held at Earp’s homeon top of Cartwright Mountain, located North ofMountainburg, off Hwy 71) Benefitting ElksPiggy Bank. GROUND MEAT ONLY. Fee $20,Turn-in 1:00PM. CASI Rules Apply. Makechecks payable to Elks #341- Piggy Bank. DryCamping. Info Guy Smith 479-646-9444 or 479-650- 9444 or [email protected].

Apr 20, 2013-004 - Gladewater TX CASI. EastTexas Gusher Days Held at 100 Block E.Commerce CASI Rules Apply. Entry fee $20,turn in 2PM. Jackpot Beans with a $5 entry fee,turn in time is noon. There will be People’sChoice tasting cups available for $3. Make checkspayable to East Texas Gusher Days. ContactLinda and Roy T. VanHouten PO Box 1409Gladewater, Texas 75647; 903-845-5501 or 800-627- 0315

Apr 20, 2013-005 - Indianapolis IN CASI. Three-I Regional Open Championship 2 Cookoffs, 1Weekend!! Held at Country Inn & Suites, 5630Flight School Drive, Indianapolis, IN 46221,317-821-1100, Located at I- 465-S, Exit #8/Kentucky Ave. behind Culver’s. CASI entry fee$25, turn-in 1PM. Benefits Decatur TownshipEducational Foundation. Other categories &entry fees are Homestyle $10 and Jr’s $5. Contact

Darin Jester [email protected] or 317-319-4961 or Tonya Jester at ,[email protected] or 317-319-4962.Top 3 CASI chili’s & 1st place showmanship areauto TICC qualifiers - plus travel expense money.Saturday night cooks party. Be sure to stay overfor the Indiana Pepper Pod CCO on SundayApril 21 at the same location. Special hotel roomrate. Call the hotel direct at 317-821-1100, mentionCHILI. Limited RV space available (no hookups).

Apr 20, 2013-006 - Seguin TX CASI. 43rd TexasLadies State 43rd Texas Ladies State ChiliChampionship. Held at Max Starke Park EastSeguin, TX 78155 CASI entry fee $30, turn in1PM. CASI rules apply. Benefits Seguin Parks& Recreation Dept. Autoqualifier for 2013 TICCand all Ladies will enjoy a Friday night meal, hatcontest, silent auction, and much more. ContactBoomer Kingston 325-234-2051 ;[email protected]

Apr 20, 2013-007 - Southaven MS CASI. LadiesAux of the American Legion Held at Ladies Auxof the American Legion on Goodman Road inSouthaven, MS. CASI rules apply. Turn 1:00PM.Entry fee $20.00. They will have a silent auctionand also will be selling raffle tickets. For moreinformaton contact Lynne Murry 662-526-5722or e-mail [email protected]

Apr 20, 2013-008 - Elgin AZ CASI. SoutheastAZ Wine Growers Festival Held at 370 ElginRoad Elgin, AZ 85611. RV dry camping at thewinery. Cooks Dinner Friday night. BenefitsLeukemia Foundation. CASI Rules Apply. Entryfee $15, turn in 1:00PM. Make checks payableto High Desert Pod (HDP). Contact Sunny Fichtl2017 Chantilly Dr. Sierra Vista, AZ 85635.Phone 520-459- 2081; [email protected]

Apr 20, 2013-009 - Henrietta TX CASI. TurkeyFest Located at Downtown Henrietta, TX (westside of the square) Henrietta, TX 76365. Benefitsthe Clay County Chamber of Commerce. CASIrules apply. Entry fee $20, turn in 2:00PM.CHILI GRIND ONLY. Turkey division, TurkeyGrind Only, Entry fee $20, turn in 1:00PM.Contact Kevin Wooster 940- 733-9221 ;[email protected]

Apr 20, 2013-010 - Stokesdale NC CASI. 9thAnnual Camp Carefree CCO Located at 275Carefree Lane, Stokesdale, NC 27357 Hwy 220North of Greensboro NC. No admission to site.CASI, Freestyle and Juniors. CASI entry fee$20. Chili Grind Only. Freestyle and CASI entryfee $30, turn in 1PM. Silent auction, raffle, carshow, bake sale and live music. All proceeds tohelp support Camp Carefree - (free camping forchildren with specific health problems anddisabilities). No pets please. Out of town cookswishing to make reservations for free cabinaccommodations please call Kenny Jones 336-951-2705 or 336-932-9569

Apr 21, 2013-001 - Indianapolis IN CASI.Indiana Pepper Pod Pod CCO 2 Cookoffs, 1Weekend!! Held at Country Inn & Suites, 5630Flight School Dr, Indianapolis, IN 46221, 317-821-1100, Located at I465S, Exit #8/KentuckyAve. behind Culver’s. CASI entry fee $20, turn-in 12 noon. CHILI GRIND ONLY. Proceedsbenefit Pod charities. Other categories entry feesare Homestyle $10 and Jr’s $5. Make checkspayable to the Indiana Pepper Pod. ContactTonya Jester at 317-319-4962,[email protected] or Darin Jester at317-319-4961, [email protected]. Be

February 2013 Terlingua Trails sure to see the Three-I Regional OpenChampionship on Saturday April 20 at samelocation.

Apr 21, 2013-002 - Seguin TX CASI. ClassicCASI Pod Memorial Cookoff CLASSIC CASIPOD THIRTY FOURTH ANNUAL PODCHILI COOKOFF!! Dedicated to the memoryof Pete Armstrong, Carol Roy, Pop Roth, RayKing & Pat Irvine-King. Held at Starcke ParkEast in Seguin, TX. Plenty of RV parking, nohook-ups. CASI Rules Apply. Entry fee $20,turn in 1:00PM Chili Grind Only. Goody Bagsto first 100 cooks. Cooks Party Saturday Night.Benefits Christian Free Clinic. Info. call: SabrinaKlietz 830-379-6918 or Annell Causey 830-379-6565

Apr 27, 2013-001 - Overland Park KS CASI.Midwest Regional Open Championship Locatedat 13700 Metcalf, Overland Park, KS The OutlawCigar Midwest Regional Open Championship isa TICC auto qualifier. Entry fee $25. Chili GrindOnly. Turn-in 1PM. Home Style entry fee $20,turn in 2:00PM. Enjoy the Outlaw Cigar party10:00AM - 10:00 PM. If you only cook chili oncea year, this is the one. Additional information tofollow. Contact Shelley [email protected]

Apr 27, 2013-002 - Bushland TX CASI. BBQ inthe Boonies Held at the Piehl Barn 2.5 miles

North of Bushland 900 FM 2381 Bushland , TX79012. CASI Rules Apply. Chili Grind only.Entry fee $25, turn in 3:00PM. (includes 1 2-daywristband) Benefits Bushland Elementary PTO.Dry camping. Contact Vickie Childers 806-433-1793; [email protected] IBCA cookoff (ribs,brisket, chicken, other) - $150 (inlcudes 4 2-daywristbands) BBQ + beans for $10 more; beansonly-$25 (includes 1 2-day wristband)Fridaynight: cooks’ meeting,kickoff party with theBuster Bledsoe Band ($10/adult, kidsfree)Saturday: cookoff, vendors,kidzone, liveauction, live entertainment by Jason Eady at8PM and Johnny Lee & The Urban CowboyBand at 10PM.($30/adult; kids $10)Cookoffinformation for the BBQ contact VanessaMcDonald at 806-336-7885 Check outBBQINTHEBOONIES.COM

Apr 27, 2013-003 - Houston TX CASI. 42ndAnnual Houston Pod CCO Held at TradersVillage, 7979 N. Eldridge Parkway, Houston, TX77041. Benefits Santa Maria Hostel for FemaleVeterans. Join us for our Kick-Start “Made-to-Order” Omelet Breakfast 8am- 10am. JackpotBeans, $10 entry, Turn-in at Noon. 10th AnnualRon Charlton Memorial Junior CCO, $5 entry,Turn-in 1pm. CASI Rules Apply. CASI Chili,$20 entry, Turn-in 2 pm. Frito Pie & Chili Sales.Raffles. Saturday night Pot Luck Dinner and 42Domino Tournament. More Detailed Info toFollow. Contact Vern Gilpin at

[email protected] or713.598.1142. Stay for the HP Day After CCOon Sunday.

Apr 27, 2013-004 - Corsicana TX CASI. 38thAnnual Derrick Days Cookoff Located at theintersection of East 2nd Ave and N Commerce inCorsicana, TX. Please join us for the 38th AnnualDerrick Days cookoff. This is an all day eventfeaturing downtown Corsicana with activities,and marketplace and food vendors. Cooks will beentering brisket, beans, and CASI CHILI! ChiliGrind only! Entry fee is $15 for one category,$25 for two, or $30 to enter all three categories.Turn in times are beans-12:00, chili-1:00, andbrisket-2:00. Awards presentation will followimmediately after brisket judging. Make checkspayable to Corsicana Visitor Center. Pleasecontact Andy Williams for any additionalinformation at 903-851-7360 [email protected].

Apr 27, 2013-005 - Gilbert AZ CASI. CASAPod Cook Off Location to be determined. CASIRules Apply. CASI entry fee $15, turn in 1:00PM.Benefits CASA Pod. Make checks payable toCASA Pod. Contact Roland Regeon 635 WestHazelwood Phoenix, AZ. 85013; 602-920-7254;[email protected]

Apr 27, 2013-006 - Arlington TX CASI. FarmersMarch of Dimes Annual CCO Held at 3600

South Cooper St. Arlington, Texas 76015. Comecook for a great charity! There will be silentauctions, raffles,and fun for everyone. CASI ruleapply. CASI entry fee $20, turn in 2:00 PM.Grind Only. Please bring throw down chili for thepeoples choice. Jackpot beans $10.00 turn in atNOON! Parking for RVs available with NOHOOK UPS. Friday night arrivals welcome.Come spend the day and help make this cook offa success. Contact Steve Grammer for more info@ 817.229.8684

Apr 28, 2013-001 - Houston TX CASI. DayAfter Houston Pod Chili Cookoff Held at TradersVillage, 7979 N. Eldridge Parkway, Houston, TX77041. Benefits Hal John & Judy WimberlyMemorial Scholarship in Journalism at UTAustin. Breakfast Casserole-off, Whole Casseroleentry, Turn-in 9am. CASI Rules Apply. CASIChili, $20 entry, Turn-in 1pm. Frito Pie & ChiliSales. More Detailed Info to Follow. ContactVern Gilpin [email protected] or713.598.1142. .

May 4, 2013-001 - Marion IA CASI. Iowa ChiliPod Chili Cook Off Held at Cocktails and Co.1625 Blairs Ferry Rd. Marion, IA 52302 CASIrules apply. Benifits Iowa Pod Charities. Turn intime 1:00 PM. Entry fee $20. Salsa entry fee $5.Make checks payable to Iowa Chili Pod. ContactGary Christensen 3216 Iris Ave. NW Cedar


Free Quarter Page Adto CASI Pods, State, Regional and

International OpensAs a CASI Pod you are required to put on a pod cookoff once a year. To help

you advertise your pod cookoff we allow each pod to place one quarter page ad inthe Terlingua Trails, each year, free of charge. This ad should run the month beforeyour cookoff occurs. Should you decide that you need an ad larger than a quarterpage we will simply bill you for the difference in price. This ad should not beconfused with the article advertising your cookoff in the "Cooking with CASICalendar" section in the Terlingua Trails. That article will start to run as soon as yourequest your cookoff packet and will run until your cookoff occurs.

Send ads to: Randy [email protected]

Advertising Rate Schedule-Effective 01/01/2003

Full Page 10" X 11" - $250.001/2 Page 5" X 11" - $130.00

1/2 page 10" X 5 1/2" - $130.001/4 Page 5" X 5 1/2" - $90.00

1/8 Page 5" X 3" - $60.00Bottom Banner 10” X 3” - $90.00

Business Card - $40.00 Classifieds - $40 - 2 inch - 3 Months

All Prices Are For Camera Ready Ads (.jpg)Multiple Month Ads:

3 to 5 month running ad, 15% discount per month6 to 11 month running ad, 20% discount per month

12 months or more, 25% discount per month

Send ads toRandy Duke

[email protected]

Non BoardContributing Members

Ralph HayOld 320 Alcalde2505 Easy StreetPasadena, TX 77502-3234Home: (713) 475-1660E-mail: [email protected]

Jim StateczneyComputer Services4 Green Cedar RoadBoerne, Texas 78006-7929Work: (830) 537-4381E-mail: [email protected]

Nancy HewlettCASI Scholarship Program Administrator802 Horizon Dr.Murphy, TX 75094Home: (972) 578-9232E-mail: [email protected]

Don HoyKrazy Flats Coordinator3680 FM 3157Cuero, TX 77954-6667Cell: (361) 648-6950E-mail: [email protected]

Rapids IA 52405 319-721- 1580 ;[email protected]

May 11, 2013-001 - Cleburne TX CASI. CleburneElks Lodge 811 Spring CCO Located at Hwy 67& FM 1434 Cleburne, TX. RV Hook-Ups firstcome first serve. Chili Cooks Camp Free. NonCooks $ 10.00 Per NIght. Elec. & Water only.Dump Station on site. Chili Grind Only. SaturdayEntry Fee $ 20.00, CASI and Elks Division turnin 2:00PM. Jackpot Beans $5.00, turn in12:00PM. Lodge Phone # 817-645-9079 orcontact Jerry Brown 817-645-6117 Cell # 817-648-2195 email - [email protected]

May 18, 2013-001 - Southaven MS CASI. 3rdAnnual Garden of Grace CCO The 3rd annualGarden of Grace Chili Cook off will be held atGarden of Grace Church, 2220 Cresthill Drive,Southaven, MS. 38671. CASI rules apply. CASIentry fee $20, turn in 1:00PM. Chili Grind Only.We will also be having a Freestyle chili competitionwith an entry fee of $10. All proceeds will bedonated to The Garden of Grace for their outreachministries. Make checks payable to Garden ofGrace. We will also have a silent auction going onduring the cook off. Snack bar will be open aroundlunch time. Easy directions from Interstate 55,south of Memphis Tennessee. Exit 291 onInterstate 55, go 1.2 miles west of Highway 51.Turn left on Highway 51 and go 0.4 miles toMississippi Valley Blvd. Turn right ofMississippi Valley Blvd and go 0.6 miles. Turnright of Cresthill Drive and go 100 ft. ContactRalph Shields 901-481-1660 ;[email protected]

May 18, 2013-002 - Irving TX CASI. Top ofTexas Pod Kickoff Cookoff Located at IrvingsElks Lodge, 2015 N. Britain Road, Irving, TX75061. Entry fee $20, turn in 2PM. Chili GrindOnly. Jackpot Beans turn in 12 noon. Entry $5.Junior’s Chili turn in 1PM, entry free. See PODad for additional information. Contact GaryBrignon, 469-628-3796 [email protected]

May 19, 2013-001 - Irving TX CASI. SundayAfter TOT Located at Irving Elks Lodge, 2015 N.Britain Road, Irving, TX 75061. Entry fee $18,turn in 12 noon. Chili Grind Only. Contact GaryBrignon, 469-628-3796 [email protected]

May 24, 2013-001 - San Antonio TX CASI.CASI Memorial Day Chili Cook-Off Held at theElks Lodge 216 15650 Market Hill, San AntonioTX 78256 near La Cantera Shopping Center I- 10- Loop 1604. 3 Day Memorial Day CCO. Friday- Play Golf at Cedar Creek Golf Course. Fridayevening meet and greet with cook’s party. RVparking available; electric $15 or Comfort Inn(right next door) $69 night. You may arrive onThursday and stay until Monday. More detailsto come. Contact: Bruce Pinnell, [email protected]; or Sharon Pinnell,210.240.5483 [email protected]

May 25, 2013-001 - Water Valley TX CASI.Memorial Legends Day 1 of a 3 day ConchoValley Chili Pod Memorial Legions CCO,Benefits DESK. Held at Water Valley SeymourCrossing Harper Park located on South FM 2034off of US Highway 87. Limited number of hookups. $20/ night. We will have Jackpot beans witha turn in time of 12 noon Bean entry fee is $5.00.Chili turn in is at 2 PM. Chili entry fee is $18.00.Payable to Concho Valley Chili Pod. CHILIGRIND ONLY. There will be a raffle and a 50/50 pot. There will be a Domino and Washer

Tournament. Saturday night Potluck. This is a 3day CCO. See Sunday’s and Monday’sinformation. For more information contact JaniceMiller, 3214 Oak Mountain Trail, San Angelo,TX 76904, 325-947-8753; cell phone 325-947-8753 or [email protected]

May 25, 2013-002 - San Antonio TX CASI.CASI Memorial Day Chili Cook-off Held at theElks Lodge 216 15650 Market Hill, San AntonioTX 78256 near La Cantera Shopping Center I-10- Loop 1604. 3 Day Memorial Day CCO. CASIChili cook-off turn in at 2PM. CHILI GRINDONLY $20 CASI rules apply. Checks payableto: SA Elks 216 benefiting Elks charities. RVparking available electric $15 or Comfort Inn(right next door) $69 night special rate. Moredetails to come. Contact: Bruce Pinnell,210.372.0469 [email protected]; or SharonPinnell, 210.240.5483 [email protected]

May 25, 2013-003 - Durant OK CASI.SOUTHWEST OPEN CHILICHAMPIONSHIP Located at the ChoctawCasino Hwy 75 North Durant, OK. 74701Benefits Koa Camp for Kids. CASI rules apply.Entry fee $25, turn in 1:00PM. Auto Qualifierfor TICC 2013. More information to follow.Contact Mel Fitzhenry 940- 704-0923 ;[email protected]

May 26, 2013-001 - Water Valley TX CASI.Memorial Legends Day 2 of a 3 day Cook offConcho Valley Chili Pod Memorial LegionsCCO, This is Concho Valley Chili Pod’s cookoff.Location: Water Valley at Seymour CrossingHarper Park located on South FM 2034 off of USHighway 87. Limited number of hook ups. $20/night. Chili turn in will be at 2 PM. Entry fee Forchili is $18.00. CHILI GRIND ONLY. There willbe a cake auction, raffle and a 50/50 pot. Therewill be a Domino and Washer Tournament. Makechecks Payable to Concho Valley Chili Pod.Sunday night Potluck. This is a 3 day CCO. SeeSaturday’s and Monday’s information. For moreinformation contact Janice Miller, 3214 OakMountain Trail, San Angelo, TX 76904, 325-947-8753; cell phone 325-650-1854

May 26, 2013-002 - San Antonio TX CASI.CASI Memorial Day Chili Cook-off Held at theElks Lodge 216 15650 Market Hill, San AntonioTX 78256 near La Cantera Shopping Center I-10- Loop 1604. 3 Day Memorial Day CCO. CASIChili cook-off turn in at 2PM. CHILI GRINDONLY $20 CASI rules apply. Checks payableto: SA Elks 216 benefiting Elks charities. RVparking available electric $15 or Comfort Inn(right next door) $69 night special rate. Moredetails to come. Contact: Bruce Pinnell,210.372.0469 [email protected]; or SharonPinnell, 210.240.5483 [email protected]

May 26, 2013-003 - Durant OK CASI. North ofthe Brazos Pod Cookoff Held at the ChoctawCasino Hwy 75 North Durant, OK. 74701. CASIrules apply. Entry fee $20, turn in 12:00PM.Contact Mel Fitzhenry 940-704-0923;[email protected]

For more Upcoming Cookoffsvisit www.chili.org


CASI - Chili Appreciation Society International - Membership Application(New Member) - (Renewal Member) - (Corporate Member) - Circle One

Mail form and membership fee to CASI - P O Box 450907, Garland, TX 75045Individual Membership: North American Annual Dues are $15.00 (US, US Protectorates, Canada and

Mexico), International Annual Dues are $15.00 and receive e-copy of Terlingua Trails.Lifetime Dues are $225.00 (Not available to our International Members)

Annual Corporate Memberships are $100.00Please Print Clearly

Name: ______________________________________________ Your CASI No.____________ (For Corporate Memberships - Owner Name) (Renewals Only)

Corporate/Business Name: ________________________________________________________ (Corporate Membership Only - List as you wish on your Plaque)

Chili Team Name: __________________________________ Occupation: ___________________

Street Address or PO Box: __________________________ Telephone No:)(____)____________

City, State, Zip+4: ______________________________ E-Mail: __________________________

2012/2013 CASI Board of Directors

Ed Blair - PresidentP O Box 307Bellaire, TX 77402-0307Home: (713) 686-4520Cell: (832) 567-5558E-mail: [email protected]

Jim Ezell - Vice President / Sponsorship3987 Hwy 79 SouthWichita Falls, TX 76310Cell: (214) 392-3499E-mail: [email protected]

Darin Jester - Vice PresidentP O Box 421034Indianapolis, IN 46242Home: (317) 856-3231Cell: (317) 319-4961E-mail: [email protected]

Roger Foltz - Secretary5024 MilamDallas, TX 75206Cell: (214) 914-3733E-mail: [email protected]

David Sexton - TreasurerP O Box 720387Dallas, TX 75372Cell: (817) 793-0656E-mail: [email protected]

Richard Knight - Executive Director2003 Dorchester DrLebanon, TNHome: (615) 449-6676Cell: (615) 480-4024E-mail: [email protected]

Randy Duke - Terlingua TrailsP O Box 173Valley Mills, TX 76689Home: (254) 932-6787Cell: (254) 405-4333E-mail: [email protected]

Lee Kroencke - Public RelationsP O Box 15239Lenexa, KS 66285-5239Cell: 913-754-6074E-mail: [email protected]

Robert Schrade - Ranch Manager2231 Silver Mt.San Antonio, TX 78264Cell: (210) 823-3602E-mail: [email protected]

Glenda Vrba - MembershipPO Box 450907Garland, TX 75045Cell: 469-386-5600E-mail: [email protected]

Jenny Windsor - TallyMaster390 South DriveSeverna Park, MD 21146Cell: (443) 878-7999Fax: (410) 544-2094E-mail: [email protected]

Upcoming Cookoff Information Sheet

FILL OUT AND MAIL TO: CASI Upcomings - PO Box 15239 - Lenexa, KS 66285-5239Phone 913-754-6074 or [email protected]. Please list the following Upcoming Cookoff in theTerlingua Trails.

Date and City: ________________________________________________________________

Cookoff Name:________________________________________________________________

Street Address/Location:_________________________________________________________

___________________________________________________________________________

CASI Sanctioned: _______ Charity: _______________________________________________

Turn-in Time: ___________________ Entry Fee:_____________________________________

Checks Payable to: _____________________________________________________________

Information Contact: ____________________________________________________________

Contact Address: ______________________________________________________________

Contact Phone Number:_________________________________________________________

Preregistration Deadline (If Applicable): __________________ Special Meat: _______________

Mail Judging Packet to: _________________________________________________________

____________________________________________________________________________

Need Rule Book: (Yes) or (No) Chili Grind Only: (Yes) or (No)Send _______ Boxes of Terlingua Trails - Each box contains 25 copies of the Terlingua Trails

Send me CASI Judging Cup Tickets (no charge): Yes No , approximate number of tickets: ______

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