FIREin the

SQUAREBBQ CONTEST

August 30, 2014 - Steelville, MissouriCrawford County Courthouse Square

Join us in beautiful Steelville, Missouri for the backyard BBQ competi-tion “Fire In The Square” on August 30th, 2014! As part of the SteelFest,

enjoy live Bluegrass music throughout Steelville and at local venues.

Bluegrass and BBQ - It can’t get better than that!

Categories for “Fire In The Square” BBQ Contest:Chicken - Ribs - Pork - Chef’s Choice

$500 GRAND PRIZE1st, 2nd & 3rd Place Category Prizes

Entry Fee: $125 per teamAnyone who likes to cook BBQ may enter.

Who will be become the “Fire In The Square” Champion?

Register Online at www.steelvillechamber.comor call Tom Donnell at 573-259-1959.

Sponsored by the Steelville Area Chamber of Commerce.

Dear BBQ Enthusiast,

Calling all backyard BBQ enthusiasts! Are you the talk of your family or church? Famous for the way you

season, smoke and grill to perfection? Ready to put your skills to the test? Then, get ready for the 2014

Fire in the Square BBQ Contest, sponsored by the Steelville Area Chamber of Commerce! This is your

chance to win your share of $2,000 in Cash Prizes!

This year’s event will take place on Saturday, August 30th at the Crawford County Courthouse Square in

historic Steelville, Missouri. The Fire In the Square BBQ Contest is part of a town-wide festival called

“SteelFest”. Enjoy BBQ perfection and outstanding bluegrass music all weekend long!

Enclosed you will find the Official Entry Form and Fire in the Square Rules & Regulations. Please return

the completed entry form accompanied with your fees to:

Steelville Area Chamber of Commerce

Attn: Tom Donnell

P.O. Box 956

Steelville, MO 65565

Please make checks payable to Steelville Area Chamber of Commerce.

You can also register online at www.FireInTheSquare.com.

Any payments submitted are non-refundable. Please also note that event maps, schedule of events,

specific rules and regulations will be posted at www.steelvillechamber.com as they become available.

We will also email the information to you prior to the competition.

For additional information or questions, please contact BBQ Contest Chair Tom Donnell at

kronus35@gmail.com or 573-259-1959.

Only one team can be crowed the winner. Will you be the 2014 Fire In The Square Champion?

Team Registration

Team Name: __________________________________________________________________________

Chief Cook’s Name: ____________________________________________________________________

Phone: ____________________________ Email: _____________________________________________

Mailing Address: _______________________________________________________________________

City: __________________________________________ State: __________ Zip: ___________________

Contest Entry Fee: $125.00 per team

Do you need Electricity at your booth? Additional cost of $25.00 □ Yes □ No

Would you like increase your space to 20 x 40? Additional cost of $50.00 □ Yes □ No

Please select the categories you will be entering:

□ Chicken □ Pork Steak □ Ribs □ Chef’s Choice

* To win Grand Champion or Reserve Grand Champion, you must enter all categories.

Free T-Shirt with each registration! Size Needed: □ Small □ Medium □ Large □ X-Large □ 2XL

Additional t-shirts available for purchase – Cost is $10.00 Each. Please mark amount per size needed:

____ Small ____ Medium ____ Large ____ X-Large ____ 2XL

By signing below, I agree that I have read and fully understand the rules and regulations for the Fire In

The Square BBQ Contest. I further understand that the Steelville Area Chamber of Commerce, the City of

Steelville and the Crawford County Commissioners are not responsible for accidents or injury.

Signature: ____________________________________________________________________________

Entry Fees: Please remit your entry fees and payment to:

Team Fee: ___________ Steelville Area Chamber of Commerce

Electricity: ___________ Attn: Tom Donnell

Extra Space: ___________ P.O. Box 956

Extra T-Shirts: ___________ Steelville, MO 65565

Total Cost: ___________ Make checks payable to Steelville Area Chamber of Commerce.

RULES AND REGULATIONS

ENTRY FORM

The entry fee is $125.00 per team. Entry fees are required to be paid with the submission of the entry form.

BOOTH SPACES

Each team will have a 20 x 20 space assigned to them. For double spaces, the fee is an additional $50.00. Contestants

must stay within the boundaries of their assigned area. Electricity is limited. To have electricity available at your

booth, the cost is an additional $25.00.

TEAMS

Each team will submit an official team name that cannot be changed. A cooking team shall consist of a chief cook and

as many assistants as desired as long as they fit into your cooking area. We want each team to have a good time and

want a family friendly atmosphere for those who attend. The chief cook will be held responsible for the conduct of

his team and guests.

SUPPLIES

Each contestant shall supply all of his own meat, cooking ingredients, cooking devices, utensils, prep tables, etc. The

only thing provided for you is the cooking area, water access and electricity if requested. If you select to purchase

electric, you will need to bring an extension cord.

Each team is required to bring a trash can and fire extinguisher. A dumpster, port-a-potties and ash can will be

available on site for your use.

All contestants must adhere to all electrical, fire and other codes set forth by the Steelville Chamber of Commerce

and the City of Steelville, Missouri.

Be sure to leave your area in good shape at the end of the contest.

REGISTRATION

Upon arrival, check in at the Registration tent for your space assignment. You may set up any time after 6 AM on

Saturday, August 30th. All teams must register by 8 AM on Saturday, August 30th.

PARKING

Each team will be allowed to unload their vehicle at the cooking area. We will have designated parking for teams that

will be in close proximity to the cook off area. There are no available hook-ups for campers or RVs. There are local

campgrounds that have camper and RV hoop-ups.

MEAT INSPECTION

All meat will be checked upon arrival to make sure it is sealed and iced down. Meat may not be marinated, brined,

injected or seasoned before meat check-in. All meat must be in its original packaging and kept at a maximum

temperature of 40 degrees. Cooked food must be kept above 140 degrees.

COOKS MEETING

There will be a required meeting for all Chief Cooks at 8 AM on Saturday, August 30th at the registration tent. Food

containers will be passed out at this time.

JUDGING CRITERIA

Each team will turn in 6 separated and identifiable portions per category for judging. Judges cannot cut, pull, or share

submissions.

The event organizers will provide white, foam containers to each team. These containers cannot have any marking or

distinguishing factors. If that does occur, the team will receive a one (1) in all criteria for that category. These are the

only containers the team will receive. They will have a number on them determined by the event organizers.

Each division will be judged on the following:

Appearance

Taste/Flavor

Tenderness/Texture

Sauces are optional, however there cannot be an additional cup of sauce added to the container. The only garnish

allowable for the presentation box are limited to chopped, sliced or whole leaves of fresh green lettuce, curly parsley,

flat leaf parsley and/or cilantro. No other vegetables and/or vegetation are allowed.

Meat may not be stamped with any distinguishing marks or it will receive a score of zero for that entire category.

TURN IN TIMES

12:00 PM – 12:10 PM Chicken

12:35 PM – 12:45 PM Pork Steak

1:00 PM – 1:10 PM Bone-In Ribs

1:35 PM – 1:45 PM Chef’s Choice

PRIZES

Prizes will be awarded according to each category. (Based on a minimum of 16 teams. Subject to change.)

Prizes: Chicken Pork Steak Ribs Chef’s Choice

1st

(trophy) 150.00 150.00 150.00 150.00

2nd

(trophy) 100.00 100.00 100.00 100.00

3rd

(trophy) 50.00 50.00 50.00 50.00

Grand Champion - $500.00

Reserve Grand Champion - $300.00

OTHER RULES

No golf carts or ATV’s are permitted in the cook off area. No Alcohol permitted on the premises. If you are found to

have any alcohol, you will be asked to leave and your entrance fee is forfeited.

Thank you for coming and we hope you enjoy our contest!