I did the Bash last year, but not this year....bummer, the event is a lot closer to where I live this year. It was my first backyard contest and I did ok; 3rd in ribs, 3rd in pork steaks. It got me hooked to do more, I did 3 contests this year with excellent results.
We didn't have 2 turn-ins last year, only 1. I guess Scott made more changes because this year was suppose to be 2 rounds. However, there is a lot more to do at the St. Charles venue, it should be a good time.
Good luck to you. I may be stopping by to check it out.