The midwest may have lots of comps, but down here in Oklahoma, not so much. The event I'm starting the planning for should have a fee/prize structure that will be attractive. Between entry fees and sponsor money I am looking to pay to 10th in all 4 categories and overall.
I'm contemplating a Backyard-type contest requiring advance registration where the fee is between $150-$175. Each entrant would get a Weber One-Touch Kettle, Grilling Utensils and a Kiddie Home Fire Extinguisher to keep after the competition. They'd also be given a bag of charcoal, a prep table and 2 chickens, either whole, or quartered. 3 hours to turn in anything they want as long as they used the grill, charcoal and chicken we gave them. Prizes - 1st $300, 2nd $200, 3rd $150, 4th $100, 5th $75. maybe more, maybe less depending on the number of entries. Just thinkin' out loud...