Contest Announcment Boston Hills BBQ Fest 2012 6/22-6/24

There are a lot of new things about the Boston Hills BBQ Fest 2012.


First and foremost, is our location. We are pleased to announce that our location is changing this year. The event will be located at The Event Center on The Erie County Fairgrounds in Hamburg, NY!!!! (Yes, the same grounds as the Hamburg Casino)

Here's what you can expect:
- Same great HOSPITALITY, and dedication to our contestants
- Optional RV Spots with sewer, water, and electricity ($25/night)
- SHOWERS - Yes, I'll say it again - SHOWERS!!!!
- Of course that means, indoor plumbing, so NO Johnny-On-The-Spots!!!!
- Indoor, air-conditioned social and judging area
- No extra space charge, you get what you need when you are shown to your site!
- Dedicated electric and water run by on-site professionals - no more generators.
- Driveways, for easy-in-easy-out
- Same great KCBS and NEBS Trophies
- Stop #3 on the Empire State BBQ Championship Series


Also new this year, is a way for all of you to give something back to the Patchin Fire Company. We have worked with the Erie County Health Department, and have been granted the ability to offer samples to the public. As competitors, you know how many people want to sample real, competition bbq. Participation is not mandatory, but is appreciated. Here's how it will work: sample tickets will be sold for $2 per ticket. Participating teams will offer samples to the public during a set time. Turn the tickets in after awards. You get $1 per ticket, and PFC will keep $1 per ticket. Please make sure to indicate if you would like to participate. There is a CIRCLE ONE spot on the entry form.


As you know, we haven't had the best weather 3 years in a row. We made this venue change for a few good reasons, but mainly because we will be able to deliver a better product to our patrons and all of you.

Friday June 22nd - Load In & KCBS Inspections
Saturday June 23rd - KCBS Contest
Sunday June 24th - NEBS Wide Open Grilling Contest


Boston Hills BBQ Fest 2012 Entry Form AND Judges Registration Form are both attached in .pdf format.


Thank you to all our past competitors. Without your support, we wouldn't be able to put on this event. We look forward to seeing you in June!


Best Regards,

KCBS Team Roster:
Hoof N Hog Smokers
Buffalo Meatheads
Hawg Doctors
Shuck N' Clucks BBQ Team
Three Dogs BBQ
KC and the Smokeshack Band
Doghouse Willie Competition BBQ Team
Buckner Brothers Barbeque
Butts & Ashes BBQ
Butt Hutt BBQ

NEBS Wide Open Grilling Team Roster:
Hoof N Hog Smokers
Buffalo Meatheads
Three Dogs BBQ
Doghouse Willie Competition BBQ Team
Buckner Brothers Barbeque
Butts & Ashes BBQ

Greetings Teams,

I have been sent a few questions regarding the NEBS Wide Open Grilling Event. In order to keep the playing field level, I will offer some clarifications on the entries and rules so that everyone is on the same page.

Best,
Mike C.
Contest Chairman
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Chicken Legs/Drumstick Category: This category is specifically, the lower leg of the chicken and does not include the thigh portion of the leg quarter. The Chicken Leg is also known as a Drumstick. Chicken Thighs will not be accepted as a legal entry in the NEBS Wide Open Grilling Competition on Sunday June 24th, 2012.


As this pertains to the NEBS Wide Open Grilling Contest, we don't want any of the main entries deep fried.


Deep Frying is defined by Wikipedia as: Deep frying is a cooking method in which food is submerged in hot fat e.g. oil. This is normally performed with a deep fryer or chip pan; industrially, a pressure fryer or vacuum fryer may be used.

Again, even if the oil is heated by an outdoor style, electric or gas turkey fryer or charcoal grill, we will not allow the main ingredient in the category to be deep fried.


Since this is an Open Garnish Rules event, garnishes and/or other components can be deep fried.


Here's an example of what we mean: A team wishes to turn in a Shrimp Taco for the Shrimp Category. They have a fresh tortilla, and plan to deep fry it and form it into a traditional taco shell. LEGAL, as long as the shrimp themselves were grilled over a direct fire (charcoal, gas, or other) WITHOUT being submersed or immersed in hot oil or fat.


Another clarification on how a grilling surface is defined: grill grate, grill plate, griddle plate, place setter, or grill pan which is directly over a charcoal, gas, or other type of fire. Oil or butter may be used to to keep food from sticking to the hot surface, as long as the main category is not immersed in hot oil or fat. Also, a griddle plate, cast iron plate or pan, or bakeware accessory that is placed on a grill grate, directly above the fire, shall be considered a legal grilling surface.


A note on Garnish and Team of the Year Points directly from NEBS:
OPEN GARNISH - Anything goes. Chefs Choice or Dessert must use Open
Garnish. Stuffing, wrapping, skewers, and decorations of any kind edible or not
are allowed. Any size chunks or ingredients can be used. Cooks should remember
the judges will be instructed to evaluate how well the cook has represented the
contest category. Excessive garnish or additional ingredients, that cover or hide
the appearance and/or taste of the defined category, may result in a lower score.
The New England Barbecue Society Rules apply for this contest, with exceptions listed here. See NEBS Rules and Regulations: http://www.nebs.org/index.php?option=com_content&task=blogsection&id=12


From the NEBS Board of Directors: "In order for a competition team to have their scores count towards NEBS Team of the Year honors, the chief cook that signed the contest application for the team must be a paid member of NEBS when the contest takes place and must be present at the
competition. Any scores accumulated after the listed chief cook is no longer a member, by a vote of the Board of Directors for
non-payment of dues or any other reason, will not count towards NEBS Team of the Year."

Muzzlebrake said:

Driveways? so you mean no more of this?
Andy and I spoke yesterday, we're still working on logistics but there will be some sort of Smoke On Wheels/Big Guns team or teams there.

Still get free beer and Sled's favorite pizza?

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No mud, driveways, indeed. With a Midway, even. High society!

"That's not mud chuckles...." - Name that movie, Sean!

Andy is doing a BBQ-101 Class (Awesome!), I was holding off on announcing until we have the date and time worked out. So I knew you'd be there in some capacity. Smoke on Wheels AND Big Guns - the more the merrier.

Definitely, on the hospitality package - An adult beverage wristband for you and each member of your team, as well as Sled's favorite pizza (pan style SHEET!) (of age, of course on the wristbands)

BigBellyBBQ said:

that is a picture of Mikes new stick burner being delivered, just have to burn the paint off and should be ready to go! Special and very secret flavor profiles...

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Sweet heat, baby! (laughing)

I miss my Klose Mobile. Big Tilly is doing well, and is in daily service. She's much happier.

Muzzlebrake said:

I thought the best part about it was the guy trying to pull it out with that Trailblazer!

I felt bad for Mike and the whole contest committee because you just knew what the aftermath of that whole mess was going to be. Glad to see it didn't bankrupt or blackball them.

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Honey Dippah vs Trailblazer - what can you say. I guess I'd say - there is no way I would have done that with my truck.

Appreciate the sentiment. The weather made it challenging, three years in the row.

It was a mess to deal with, during and after. This is all I'll say on the matter - I witnessed, firsthand, political turncoats. The town politicians and employees who came out to gladhand, well wish, sample, and imbibe in all good things BBQ, did a complete 180 on Monday. People that had the power to do what was right by working together, absolutely chose not to. It was disgusting, and disappointing.

Word to the wise though - it is always a good idea to have event insurance. :becky:

In all honesty, the event has grown each year. Despite the weather. There are more and more teams that come out (IMHO - mostly because of the kind reviews and accolades from you all).

This new venue is a step in the right direction. When I was invited by the Committee to tour The Fairgrounds, I asked two things: Is this move good for the Patchin Fire Company? And will this move be a good move for the Teams? Yes and Yes, were the answers. I hope you all will agree.

polishdon said:

Smoking Aint Easy will be there, looking forward to it, Mike and crew always put on a great event. And instead of 5 miles away from my house the venue is now less than 1!!!

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Hells Bells.... That's walking distance!

BigBellyBBQ said:

yes, I also now only have to travel 7 miles..but still camp out..If any out of town teams need anything...(must be over 18) give me a shout bigbellybarbeque@yahoo

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If you get into The Queen's Tekilla, you better camp out.

Since you both are so close, can I count on you to be part of the Official Welcoming Committee?