Contestant Packet

October 12-13, 2018

October 4, 2018

RE: Cookin’ on the Kaw BBQ Contest

Dear 2018 Cookin’ on the Kaw Participant:

This letter shall serve as notification and receipt of payment for your team in the October 12-13,

2018 Cookin’ on the Kaw BBQ Contest. On behalf of the De Soto Chamber of Commerce and Cookin’ on the Kaw, we are thrilled to have you at our event and hope that it is a pleasurable and

memorable contest for you.

Below is a list of questions and answers which may help prepare you for the event. Feel free to contact the De Soto Chamber of Commerce should you have any questions or needs that we might be able to

assist you with. We do have several changes this year, so please take a moment to read the document

in its entirety.

Where is the Event Location? The event will again be held at the De Soto Riverfest Park located at 33440 W. 79th Street. Below are

directions to share with friends and family:

Directions: From Kansas City, take K-10 Highway to the Kill Creek Road exit. Take a right onto Kill

Creek Road and follow north until the stop sign. Take a left and proceed over a small bridge, past the Engineered Air building and take an immediate right to put you onto 83rd Street. Go past Miller Park

and head into the downtown area. Take a right on Ottawa Street and proceed approximately a ½ mile, over the railroad tracks to the park. From Lawrence, proceed east on K-10 Highway and exit left

to Kill Creek Road. Follow the directions above.

When can we start arriving?

You may arrive as early as Thursday evening (October 11th) by appointment only from 4:00 p.m. – 6:00 p.m. The gates will close at 6:00 p.m. sharp. Please make sure to make an appointment so that

we can have all of your information to give you, and have enough volunteers on hand to meet everyone.

Most teams will arrive on Friday after 8:15 a.m. For contestants that have small sites (20’ x 20’) we encourage you to arrive as early as possible so that you have easy access loading in.

Where is my location assignment for the event?

Please see the Contestant Site Map and Contestant Form indicating your team and site number.

What size is my site?

We have increased the number of 20’ x 40’ sites, and all remaining contestants are located in 20’ x 20’ sites. It is important to note that if your team is located within the oval, you are strictly limited to 20’

x 20’ or 20’ x 40’ sites. Teams that are located outside the oval may have up to 2’ additional space lengthwise, but this is not guaranteed. Please be respectful of your neighbor and adhere to your space

requirements. (We strongly encourage teams who require 20’ x 40’ sites for 2018 contest contact the

Chamber Office early in the registration process – as early as January, 2018 to ensure that you get the site number you would like. Paid registration guarantees your site!)

Where do we park?

Because of spectators Friday evening, we are asking that no cars are in your site area during the public

access time (5 p.m. – 10 p.m.) UNLESS YOU ARE USING YOUR VEHICLE AS YOUR SLEEPING QUARTERS. If you are in Sites 1-15, we ask for your help by not parking your cars out of your allotted

space on Friday as we have contestant sites to your East. During the public access time, due to the spectators we will not allow cars to be moved in or out. After the 10 p.m., you are free to move

vehicles back to your site. (Thank you in advance for your cooperation.)

Can I bring a motor home or large camper?

Yes, if your motor home or large camper can fit within the strict size of your site. All sites are on grass which may be problematic for large vehicles if we have a heavy rain prior to the event. If you have a

large site to accommodate your RV, please note that the site’s electric capability is 110v 20 amp. A

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huge thank you to the City of De Soto for increase electrical capability on a majority of the boxes to 30

amp. It is the contestant’s responsibility to bring a 100’ extension (sites 39 – 41 may need

150’) cord to hook up to electricity. Should you need additional electrical power, it is the responsibility of the Chief Cook to notify us via e-mail your Site Number and needs so that

we can communicate that with the City. If you have already indicated a need, please e-mail sritter@desotoks.org again with your site number and specific requirements so we can track all of the

requests.

North Loop Road, sites #68-#74 must be self-contained (with a generator) as there is NO electricity.

How much is the prize money?

We are absolutely thrilled to announce that through the generosity and support of The KC BBQ Store and Smokin’ With Smithfield, our prize pool is currently $15,000! We will pay to 10th place in all

four main categories as well and overall. New this year is a Smokin’ with Smithfield Ancillary Pork Loin

category, which will provide pre-registered teams with a pork loin and the contest will pay to 3rd place. Please let The KC BBQ Store, Smokin’ with Smithfield and Kris Johnson – Keller Williams Legacy Partners

know how much you appreciate their commitment to Cookin’ on the Kaw and to the BBQ contestants!

Please visit http://www.thekansascitybbqstore.com/ or their store in Olathe at 11922 Strang Line Road

in Olathe!

Moving or know someone that is looking for a realtor? Visit http://krisjohnson.kw.com/ or call her at (913) 825-3116.

Need meat for contests? https://www.smithfieldfoods.com/ and their contest website is

http://www.smokinwithsmithfield.com/

What other teams are competing?

We have a fantastic group of contestants again this year and we currently have a record-breaking roster of 71 teams participating. Enclosed in your packet is a copy of the contestants as of October 4,

2018. Because of the increased number of teams, thank you in advance for your patience during the

meat inspection, Cook’s Meeting and compilation of results. Our representatives work very hard to compile results as soon as possible and to conduct the Awards Results as close to 3:30 p.m. as possible.

Will ice be available for sale at the event and will electricity be provided?

Bags of ice bags are available for purchase ON SITE. The ice truck will be located at the South Loop

entrance. If no one is handling money, please use the honor system and place your money in the bag before taking ice.

For your convenience each team will have a FREE dedicated electrical outlet. We strongly encourage

each team to bring with them a 100’ extension cord. This is especially important for teams with large sites near the judges tent and Sites #39-55 as electrical boxes are longer

distances away from sites.

When is the Dessert and Steak Contest?

There will NOT be a Dessert Contest this year as we are proud to provide the Smokin’ with Smithfield Pork Loin Contest, which will be held in conjunction with the BBQ contest and will be the last entry

submitted on Saturday. The Steak Throwdown is separate from the BBQ contest and is held on Friday

evening. There is still an opportunity to join the Steak Contest. See attached flyer for more information.

Is there a cost to get into the park? It is FREE to enter the park for the BBQ contest.

Are we allowed to bring beverages to our contestant site?

Teams are allowed to bring beverages (no glass!) for their personal consumption to their site. We ask

that all beverages be placed in a cup for consumption. City rules state that no alcohol is permitted to be taken outside the park premises, which includes the parking lot. Please be sure to let your

friends and family know they cannot bring alcoholic beverages into the park.

What happens in the event of inclement weather?

This is a rain or shine event.

Who do I call in the meantime for information?

You can contact the Chamber Office at 913-583-1585, cell 913-238-2206, or e-mail Sara Ritter at sritter@desotoks.org. In the event that you are unable to contact anyone at the Chamber Office on

Friday, October 12th, you may contact Sara’s cell at 913-238-2206 as she will likely be at the park.

Questions relating to Kansas City BBQ Society rules or regulations should contact KCBS offices.

What happens if I have to cancel? Cookin’ on the Kaw realizes that emergencies arise. In the event that your teams needs to cancel, we

will do everything we can to fill your spot with another team. If we are able to fill your spot, we will return your registration payment. Please note that we may not be able to secure another team last

minute. As such, refunds cannot be guaranteed.

Miscellaneous Information

All teams should remove all items from their site prior to leaving the De Soto Riverfest Park on Saturday afternoon. Please have all trash in trash bags or receptacles and ash in provided ash cans.

We ask that you help us ensure that all park grounds are not damaged, and all trash is contained in

trash bags. Thank you in advance for your cooperation – this allows us to continue to utilize Riverfest Park in the future!

- Security is on site. Security contact information: Shane Fairburn, 913-645-2278. Secondary

emergency contact, Sara Ritter, 913-238-2206. In the event of an emergency, please be aware of their location and contact them immediately if an incident or emergency occurs. It is the team’s

responsibility to notify the Organizer immediately if an issue arises so that we can address it and to

ensure safety of all participants.

- If you have any comments, questions or complaints, please direct them to Sara Ritter, Cookin’ on the Kaw Contest Organizer, 913-238-2206 or contact a KCBS Rep on site. We’re always open to ideas on

how to improve your experience at the Cookin’ on the Kaw BBQ Contest.

- Information provided in this packet is subject to change as necessary. Please be sure to completely

read your packets provided to you at check-in for updated information.

- Face Book users! Please “like” our fan page “Cookin’ on the Kaw BBQ Contest”. We are usually

providing updates daily and this is a great way to ask questions that everyone can obtain the information. We have a new website this year! www.cookinonthekaw.com. Please visit our FB site for

current and up-to-date information.

Without our wonderful sponsors, this event would not be possible. Please take a moment to review our

sponsorship list and let them know how much you appreciate their support:

The KC BBQ Store

Smokin’ With Smithfield

– Prize Purse Sponsor (currently $15,000!)

Huhtamaki

Mike’s Liquor

Merck Animal Health

Rehrig Pacific – who donated your awesome Cookin’ on the Kaw recyclable bins!

Weldon Enterprises, Inc.

On behalf of the De Soto Chamber of Commerce and Cookin’ on the Kaw, welcome to De Soto Riverfest

Park. Thank you for your participation!

Cookin’ on the Kaw BBQ Cook-Off October 12-13, 2018

KCBS Representatives: Dave and Peg Rogers, (913) 219-4146 Event Coordinator: De Soto Chamber of Commerce

(913) 583-1585 office or (913) 238-2206 cell

Overnight Security: Shane Fairburn, 913-645-2278

Team Confirmation and Information

On behalf of the De Soto Chamber of Commerce, welcome to Cookin’ on the Kaw - De Soto’s 15th Annual KCBS-sanctioned contest, held at the De Soto Riverfest Park located along the Kansas River at

33630 W. 79th Street, De Soto. We are thrilled to be hosting this special event, and hope that your

weekend is filled with camaraderie and great BBQ!

Site Assignments: See attached site map and team site assignments Your competition: See attached list of Cookin’ on the Kaw BBQ Contestants

Friday:

Friday, set-up: 8:15 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.

Check-in: Upon arrival. Please arrive by 4:00 p.m. on Oct. 12th. Meat Inspection: Request a time for inspection at check-in

(inspections must be completed prior to cook’s meeting) Cook’s Meeting: 5:30 p.m. (Judge’s Tent)

Steak Contest Cook’s Meeting: 5:00 p.m. (Judge’s Tent)

Note per KCBS rules, this documents serves as “quiet time” notification of 11:00 p.m.

Saturday:

Breakfast: 7:00 a.m. – 7:30 a.m. Breakfast (while supplies last) Judge’s Meeting: 11:00 a.m. in the Judging Tent

Judging: Chicken 12:00 p.m.

Ribs 12:30 p.m. Pork 1:00 p.m.

Brisket 1:30 p.m. Dessert 2:00 p.m.

Award Presentations Estimated between 3:30 p.m. - 4:00 p.m. (Location TBD)

FREE electricity! Bags of ice are on site and available for purchase.

IMPORTANT: For safety reasons, please, NO cars are to be moved within the contestant site during

the public access from 5:00-10:00 p.m. Teams can park in the contestant parking area during this time if you need to leave for any reason between 5:00 p.m. -10:00 p.m. Cars can be moved back into

your site following after 10 p.m.

Thank you in advance for your cooperation!

Cookin’ on the Kaw BBQ Contest c/o De Soto Chamber of Commerce P.O. Box 70 (mailing address) De Soto Riverfest Park (33630 W. 79th Street in De Soto) De Soto, KS 66018 913-583-1585 sritter@desotoks.org

2018 Cookin’ on the Kaw BBQ Contest

Participating BBQ Contestants

4 Legs Up BBQ

913 BBQ

99 Problems Smokin’ Ain't 1

BF Bodyworks Poultry in Motion

Big D & Briquettes BBQ

Black Eye BBQ

Bones Brigade KC

Boomerang BBQ

Brown Chicken Brown Cow

B-S BBQ Outlaws

Clark Crew BBQ

Concrete Cowboys

Dirt Road BBQ

Dunn Up BBQ

Fat & Dumb BBQ

Fergolicious BBQ

Four Men and a Pig

Geo Smokers

Gettin' Basted

Gettin' Sauced

Go Pig or Go Home

Grinders BBQ

Griswold Griller

High i Que Honky Tonk Smokers

House's Bar-B-Que

Iowa's Smokey D's BBQ

Jousting Pigs BBQ

K.C. Rib Dr

KC Meat Sweats

Love 2 Q

Low Expectations BBQ

Lucky D's BBQ

Lucky's Q

M.T. Pockets

Mad MUTT’S BBQ

Man Meat BBQ

Meats van der Rohe

Meaty Oger

Nelly's Family BBQ

Oink, Moo & Cock-a-doodle doo

Old Style BBQ

Old Virginia Smoke

Pellet Envy

Pig Newton

Pork Pullers

Pushin' Rope BBQ

Railyard BBQ

RBQ

RJ's Backyard BBQ

Rock-N-Roll Rib Rubbers

Rubbin Butts Bone In

Scooby Dooby Que

Shake 'n Bake BBQ

Slap’s BBQ

Slaughterhouse Five

Smokin Blind

Smokin' Blind

Smokin Reefer BBQ

Smokin' R's

Smokin Under The Bridge

Sow Manilla Grillas

Sublime BBQ

Swinedotte Co BBQ

Tebo Creek BBQ

The Smoking Hills

Three Legged Pig BBQ

TIMBONE BARBECUE

Unfamous Dave’s

Whimpys

Wildhouse BBQ

2018 Cookin’ on the Kaw BBQ Contest

BBQ Contestants by Site Number – Page 1

1 Griswold Grillers 31 The Smoking Hills

2 99 Problems Smokin Aint 1 32 Four Men and a Pig

3 Slaps BBQ 33 Brown Chicken Brown Cow

4 Rubbin Butts Bone In 34 Smokin’ Good BBQ

5 Whimpy’s 35 Pellet Envy

6 Nelly’s Family BBQ 36 Slaughterhouse Five

7 Jousting Pigs BBQ 37 n/a

8 Railyard BBQ 38 KC Meat Sweats

9 Dirt Road BBQ 39 Low Expectations BBQ

10 Tebo Creek BBQ 40 Three Legged Pig BBQ

11 Clark Crew BBQ 41 Bones Brigade KC

12 High I Que 42 M.T. Pockets

13 Smokin Under the Bridge 43 Fat & Dumb BBQ

14 Meaty Oger 44 Man Meat BBQ

15 RBQ-BBQ 45 Smokin’ R’s

16 Pig Newton 46 Scooby Dooby Que

17 K.C. Rib Dr. 47 Love 2 Q

18 Smokin’ Blind 48 Rock-N- Roll Rib Rubbers

19 Gettin’ Sauced 49 913 BBQ

20 n/a 50 Geo Smokers

21 RJ’s Backyard BBQ 51 Grinders BBQ

22 Smokin Blind 52 Unfamous Daves BBQ

23 Boomerang BBQ 53 Oink, Moo & Cock-a-doodle doo

24 Meats van der Rohe 54 Smokin Reefer BBQ

25 n/a 55 Fergolicious BBQ

26 House’s Bar-B-Que 56 Shake ‘n Bake BBQ

27 Pushin’ Rope BBQ 57 Wildhouse BBQ

28 Dunn Up BBQ 58 Concrete Cowboy

29 Old Style BBQ 59 Swinedotte Co BBQ

30 Black Eye BBQ 60 Gettin’ Basted

2018 Cookin’ on the Kaw BBQ Contest

BBQ Contestants by Site Number – Page 2

61 Mad Mutt’s BBQ

62 Big D & The Briquettes

63 Lucky’s Q

64 Sow Manilla Grillas

65 Pork Pullers

66 Old Virginia Smoke

67 Lucky D’s BBQ

68 Iowa Smokey D’s BBQ

69 4 Legs Up BBQ

70 B-S BBQ Outlaws

71 Sublime BBQ

72 Go Pig or Go Home

73 Honky Tonk Smokers

74 TIMBONE BARBECUE

2018 Cookin’ on the Kaw BBQ Contest

Smokin’ with Smithfield Pork Loin Contest

4 Legs Up BBQ

99 Problems Smokin’ Ain't 1

BF Bodyworks Poultry in Motion

Black Eye BBQ

Brown Chicken Brown Cow

B-S BBQ Outlaws

Clark Crew BBQ

Dunn Up BBQ

Fat & Dumb BBQ

Four Men and a Pig

Geo Smokers

Gettin' Basted

Gettin' Sauced

Go Pig or Go Home

Grinders BBQ

Griswold Griller

House's Bar-B-Que

Jousting Pigs BBQ

K.C. Rib Dr

KC Meat Sweats

Love 2 Q

Low Expectations BBQ

Lucky D's BBQ

Lucky's Q

M.T. Pockets

Mad MUTT’S BBQ

Man Meat BBQ

Meats van der Rohe

Meaty Oger

Nelly's Family BBQ

Oink, Moo & Cock-a-doodle doo

Old Style BBQ

Old Virginia Smoke

Pig Newton

Pork Pullers

RBQ

RJ's Backyard BBQ

Scooby Dooby Que

Slaughterhouse Five

Smokin Blind

Smokin' Blind

Smokin Reefer BBQ

Smokin' R's

Sow Manilla Grillas

Swinedotte Co BBQ

Tebo Creek BBQ

The Smoking Hills

Three Legged Pig BBQ

Unfamous Dave’s

Whimpys

Wildhouse BBQ

Cookin’ on the Kaw would like to thank

for providing $15,000.00 in prize moneys,

allowing us to pay to 10th place in all

four KCBS Categories including Overalls.

Please let them know how much you

appreciate their generousity!

http://www.thekansascitybbqstore.com/

http://www.smokinwithsmithfield.com/

http://krisjohnson.kw.com/