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    • 31 Dec 2023
    • 10 May 2024
    • 4:00 PM
    Register

    Please use this form to sign up for the MN Team of the Year Points Chase for 2024.

    • You must be a current MBS member to sign up for TOY. 
    • You must be a current MBS member when points are tabulated at the end of the season.
    • Points will only be collected from one KCBS number. If you do not have a KCBS number, your MBS member number will be used for tracking. 
    • Competitions under additional IDs will not be counted. 
    • Points can not be combined from multiple KCBS IDs.
    • You may sign up for as many TOY categories as you wish (example Backyard and Pro). 
    • We will use the list of registrants to pull scores and tabulate the Team of the Year standings. 
    • You must register by the MN in May contest to be considered in this year's chase. 

    The contests that qualify for TOY points for 2024 are listed at the following link:

    MN TOY Contests


    • 6 Apr 2024
    • 10:00 AM - 5:00 PM
    • 2100 Dale St. North, Roseville, MN 55113 (BDale Club)
    • 73
    Register

     KCBS CBJ (Certified Barbeque Judge & Table Captain) Class

      

    Minnesota Barbeque Society is partnering with KCBS to host a Table Captain and Certified Judging class. Upon completion of the class, you will be able to Judge and Table Captain KCBS BBQ competitions worldwide.

    On April 6th, 2024, the class is being held at the B-Dale Club; 2100 Dale St N, Roseville, MN 55113.

    The Judging class is approximately 4 hours, running 10am-2pm. Table Captain class is approximately 1.5-2 hours, running from 3-5pm.

    Below are the requirements to become a Certified Barbeque Judge and Table Captain. You can do one, or both!

    KCBS Judge Requirements:

    To become a KCBS Certified Barbeque Judge (CBJ), You must take and complete the KCBS CBJ class (must be 15 years or older to take the class). One must be 16 years of age or older to judge at a contest. To maintain CBJ status, you must be a member in good standing with KCBS.

    KCBS Table Captain Requirements:

    To become and maintain the status of a KCBS Certified Table Captain (CTC) you must be 16 years of age or older. Must take and complete the KCBS CTC class (must be 15 years or older to take the class). One does not have to be a CBJ to be a CTC. To maintain CTC status you must be a member in good standing with KCBS.

    To sign-up for Class:

    1. You will need your KCBS Number and be in good standing with KCBS. If you do not have a KCBS Number, sign up at KCBS first. ( KCBS Site - Join KCBS  ) then return to our event page to sign up for the class(s).

    2. Register for the class(s) using this form.

    Cost :

    $120.00 Judging class per student

    $70.00 Table Captain per student


    Question please contact John Scharffbillig

    Johnscharffbillig@gmail.com


    • 19 Apr 2024
    • 10:00 AM
    • 20 Apr 2024
    • 2:00 PM
    • Andrew Boss Laboratory of Meat Science on the St Paul campus of the University of Minnesota
    • 78


    Spring Training 2024!


    The Minnesota Barbeque Society is Going Whole Hog and Beyond at this year’s Spring Training workshop!

    Again, this year the Minnesota Barbeque Society and the University of Minnesota partner up and will be offering BBQ Spring Training: Whole Hog & Beyond. This workshop will be for 20 people to come and learn the art of cooking a whole hog. BBQ Ninja Craig Verhage, and his assistant Jacob Scott, will be explaining what to look for in a hog, how to dress the hog for smoking, food safety, most frequent issues that come up, and Do’s and Don’ts for this type of cook.

    This will be a two-day workshop starting on Friday April 19 around noon and ending around 7 pm. The workshop begins in the Andrew Boss Meat Lab and will move to the Livestock Pavilion where the hog will be smoked over night. The workshop resumes on Saturday at 8AM at the Livestock Pavilion. This portion of the workshop includes knowing when the hog is ready to be pulled from the pit, pulling the hog from the pit, how to break it down, and what is a good presentation for catering or competition purposes.

    You get to help make the presentation for the noon meal which will be back at the Andrew Boss Meat Science building. Your two day registration also includes the BEYOND WORKSHOP on Saturday.


    If whole hog is not for you, we will be offering a Saturday only class.

    The Saturday only class BEYOND WHOLE HOG is geared toward anyone interested in grilling and will run from 10am to 2pm in the Andrew Boss Meat Science Building. Topics covered will include beef, pork and poultry. Dr. Cox and Jordon McCallum, MS from the University will be doing a breakdown of a hog carcass with discussions and demos on pork, turkey and beef.

    This will include a Whole hog lunch of the hog cooked at the whole hog class. The instructor of the whole hog class, Craig Verhage, will speak to the combined group on whole hog at this time.

    The cost of the two-day WHOLE HOG Workshop is $500.00 and limited to the first 20 people.

    The Saturday only BEYOND workshop is $100.00 for non- Minnesota BBQ members and $75.00 for members. This session will be limited to 75 people.

    Questions may be addressed to John Scharffbillig at

    johnscharffbillig@gmail.com



    • 9 May 2024
    • 8:00 AM
    • 12 May 2024
    • 2:00 PM
    • 400 Union St, St Peter, MN 56082 (Nicollet County Fairground)
    Register

    MN in May 2024 Volunteer


    For the Minnesota in May contest this year we are looking for volunteers to help make our event great!  We have several jobs that need to be performed such as helping with the Kids-Q, single Meat contest, parking, setup of the grounds and rooms, trash, working in the Judge’s area, and more!. We have roles for all our events. It's a great opportunity to see the behind-the-scenes on BBQ events. 

    No experience necessary. Roles for all physical levels.

    Openings for:

    • Thursday - Set up at the Fairgrounds, and evening event.
    • Friday - Help with set up, Load in/ Parking of competition teams, Help with evening competitions, General helping with supporting teams and contest.
    • Saturday - Helping with the contests, team parking, team support, and general contest duties.

    We have suggested times on the sign up form, but feel free to make any notes regarding availability in the Notes section (for example, if shift says 4pm, but you are able to arrive at 5pm). If you have role preferences, feel free to note that as well.

    If you’d like to help, sign up for a shift or two.  We will notify you on what job you have and confirm the time. 

    We look forward to you joining us!

    • 10 May 2024
    • 6:00 AM
    • 11 May 2024
    • 5:30 PM
    • St Peter MN
    • 0
    Join waitlist

    KCBS Backyard Series Competition



    Join us for MN in May 2024

    MN TOY 2024 Qualifier

    $2,500 Prize purse

    ENTRY FEE: $135

    Standard 2-meat Backyard format for the KCBS sanctioned event on Saturday.

    Electric not Included in the registration fee, must select electric needs  as an add-on to hook up to power Thursday, Friday or Saturday. Power is somewhat limited and will be assigned as first come/first serve.

    KCBS_BACKYARD_Rules_2024_BOD_Approved.pdf

    Prize payouts listed below.


    Add-On Competitions:

    Entry FeES:

    Turkey Smoke - $0

    Rib Challenge  - $100

    Kid's Que Challenge - $0


    Add-On Electricity:

    $50 for Event

    Prize Payouts for kcbs backyard series

    Overall

    GC - $500

    RGC - $300

    3rd - $175

    4th - $125

    5th - $100


    kcbs categories: Ribs & Chicken 

    1st - $100

    2nd - $90

    3rd - $80

    4th - $70

    5th - $60

    6th through 10th - $50 each

    Prize Payout for Turkey Smoke

    TBD

    Rib Challenge

    $1,000 in prize money to pay 1st through 5th place. 

      1st: $425

      2nd: $200

      3rd: $150

      4th: $125

      5th: $100


      • 10 May 2024
      • 6:00 AM
      • 11 May 2024
      • 5:30 PM
      • St Peter, MN
      • 26
      Register

      KCBS Masters Series Competition


      Join us for MN in May 2024

      MN TOY 2024 Qualifier

      $11,500 Prize purse

      ENTRY FEE: $300

      Standard 4-meat format for the main KCBS event on Saturday.

      See below for Prize Payouts

      KCBS_MASTER_Rules-2024-BOD_Approved.pdf


      Electric not Included in the registration fee, must select electric needs  as an add-on to hook up to power Thursday, Friday or Saturday. Power is somewhat limited and will be assigned as first come/first serve.


      Add-On Competitions:

      ENTRY FEEs:

      Turkey Smoke - $0

      Rib Challenge - $100

      Kid's Que Challenge - $0


      Add-on Electricity:

      $50 for the event

      Prize Payout for KCBS Master's Series

      $11,500 in prize money to pay 1st through 10th place. 

      Masters Series

      Grand Champion:  $1,300

      Reserve Champion: $650

      3rd place Overall $350

      4th place Overall $275

      5th place Overall $200

      6th place Overall $125

      7th place Overall $125

      8th place Overall $125

      9th place Overall $125

      10th place Overall $125


      KCBS Categories

      Chicken, ribs, pork and brisket :

      1st place:  $500

      2nd place:  $400

      3rd place:  $300

      4th place:  $200

      5th place:  $125

      6th place:  $100

      7th place:  $100

      8th place: $100

      9th place: $100

      10th place:  $100

      Prize Payout for Turkey Smoke

      TBD

      Rib Challenge

      $1,000 in prize money to pay 1st through 5th place. 
      1st: $425
      2nd: $200
      3rd: $150
      4th: $125

      5th: $100



      • 10 May 2024
      • 3:00 PM - 8:00 PM
      • St Peter, MN
      • 27
      Register

      Compart Kid's Que Challenge

      KCBS Sanctioned

      Sponsored by Compart Family Farms 

      Let's see your kids Que up something great!

      Cost $0

      All kids under the age of 16 are invited to join the Kid's Que Challenge. There will be two age groups set up for this competition; 10 and under (KidsQ) and 11 -16 (JuniorQ). 

      The younger kids will prepare, cook, and box their entries from their sponsor teams' site. Parents should let the kids do as much as they are capable of, given age and abilities.

      JuniorQ contestants will be cooking in a common area. Parents can encourage their children, but cannot help/do any of the cooking. Each entry shall be cooked by one child only. The JuniorQ contestant must do the preparation, cooking, and presentation. Volunteers will be available to help as necessary.

      Multiple kids from the same family may enter the contest.

      Youth_BBQ_Rules_2024_FINAL.pdf

      Compart Farms KidsQ Prize Pay Out

      (prizes in both age groups)

      1st Place  - $50 + Certificate

      2nd Place  - $25 + Certificate

      3rd Place - Certificate

      • 10 May 2024
      • 3:00 PM - 8:00 PM
      • St Peter, MN
      • 28
      Register

      Turkey Smoke


      Cost $0 to enter. 

      $1,000 in prize money! 

      • Note that the Rules are slightly different.  
      • Teams are to source and provide their protein.  
      • Again this year, toothpicks, skewers of any kind, and other foreign materials are prohibited in the container.  KCBS garnish rules are in place, meaning the only garnish that can be used is legal KCBS garnish. While entries may contain some complementary items (i.e., mashed potatoes, etc.), they may not be used as garnish, pool, or cover the bottom of the box. Also, the rule about fuel sources is in effect. Thus Gas and electric heat sources shall not be permitted for cooking or holding the entry.
      Turkey Smoke Ancillary - 2024 Rules.pdf

      *If only cooking the One Meat Rib contest or Turkey Smoke power is not provided. If you need power, please reach out to us and we will do our best to accommodate.



      • 10 May 2024
      • 5:00 PM - 8:00 PM
      • St Peter, MN
      • 97
      Register



      Join us for MN in May 2024

      MN TOY 2024 Qualifier - One Meat Contest

      Use this form to register for the add-on Rib contest. This is not a entry for the full contest on saturday.

      Add On Competitions - Friday evening:

      Rules for the One Meat Rib contest will follow the same guidelines found in the attached document regarding Pork Ribs.

      KCBS_BACKYARD_Rules_2024_BOD_Approved.pdf


      One-Meat (Ribs)  Competition - $100


      *If only cooking the One Meat Rib contest or Turkey Smoke power is not provided. If you need power, please reach out to us and we will do our best to accommodate.


      Prize Payout for One Meat - Ribs

      $1,000 in prize money to pay 1st through 5th place. 

        1st: $425

        2nd: $200

        3rd: $150

        4th: $125

        5th: $100


        • 10 May 2024
        • 4:00 PM (CST)
        • 11 May 2024
        • 2:00 PM (CST)
        • Nicollet County Fair 400 W Union St, Saint Peter, MN 56082
        Register

        MN in May 2024

        Judging

        Judge's Tent Volunteers


        Please use this registration form if you would like to be a:

        • Judge
        • Judge Tent Volunteer

        We are looking for volunteer judges and table captains for both the KCBS Masters Series competition and the KCBS Sanctioned Backyard competition on Saturday. We are also looking for judges for the Friday night add-on contests.

        We are committed to seating as many people as possible. As with all contests, the total number will fluctuate based on the number of teams competing. Sign up does not guarantee placement.

        Closer to the event, you will be receiving further instructions on arrival time and participation information.

        If you need to cancel prior to the event, you may return to this event page and cancel your registration or contact the judge coordinator.

        There are limited camper sites available for non-competitors. These sites are without electricity or water. Please contact the coordinator if you would like to camp at the event.

        We hope you will join us! 

        • 7 Jun 2024
        • 9 Jun 2024
        • West Salem, Wisconsin

        MN TOY 2024 Qualifying Contest - Masters & Backyard Series DOUBLE

        KCBS Sanctioned


        Bring'n Home the Bacon I is a fun filled KCBS Master & Backyard Series DOUBLE barbeque competition - June 7 -9, 2024 at the beautiful and spacious Neshonoc Lakeside Camp Resort off of Lake Neshonoc in West Salem, Wisconsin. Check out www.bringnhomethebacon.com for details and/or email or call Laurie.



        • 22 Jun 2024
        • Mankato, MN

        Backyard Series - MN TOY Points Chase Eligible

        Team Registration - BBQ & Brew-Ha




        • 28 Jun 2024
        • 6:00 AM
        • 29 Jun 2024
        • 5:00 PM
        • Spencer, IA

        MN TOY 2024 Qualifying Contest - Masters & Backyard Series

        KCBS Sanctioned


        June 28 - 29 2024, Spencer, IA


        Visit our website: http://www.artsongrand.org/art-of-the-que.php 
        • 12 Jul 2024
        • 13 Jul 2024
        • Worthington MN

        MN TOY  2024 QUALIFIER - Masters Series

        KCBS Sanctioned


        $10,000 IN CASH AND AWARDS
        $8,800 KCBS CASH PAYOUT

        Official KCBS rules will be enforced.
        Set up will be held on Thursday, July 11th after 4:00 PM.
        Cooks will have a meeting on Friday, July 12th at 4:00 PM.
        See schedule for turn-in times.
        Awards will be held at 3:30 PM.
        Limited to 40 teams - first come, first serve!

        ​Cook-Off Categories:
        Pork Ribs, Pork/Shoulder/Butt, Chicken, Brisket​
        Turkey Category will be Friday night.
        1 Meat Rib Category will be Friday night.

        Entry Fees:
        Before June 1st - $275.00
        After June 1st - $300.00
        Registration 1 Meat Rib Contest: $100.00
        Registration Turkey Smoke Contest: FREE

        Register Here https://www.kingturkeyday.org/smokin-gobbler-bbq-contenst

        • 24 Aug 2024
        • Pierz, MN

        MN TOY 2024 Qualifying Contest - Masters  Series

        KCBS Sanctioned


        Located in Pierz, MN

        $15,000 in Prize Money!

        We have a Wings Competition as Well!

        www.walkinwings.com


        MN MASTERS BBQ | walkinwings.com

      Past events

      27 Jan 2024 2024 Annual MBS Banquet
      13 Oct 2023 Bring'n Home the Bacon II, 2023 - Masters & Backyard
      30 Sep 2023 Smokin' at Schell's BBQ Contest
      23 Sep 2023 Ribs For The Ribbon
      16 Sep 2023 LIVIN Music Festival 2023
      9 Sep 2023 Bent Brewstillery BBQ Contest
      26 Aug 2023 Walkin' Wings
      19 Aug 2023 Boomer Backyard BBQ Cookoff
      12 Aug 2023 2023 SMOKiN’ PULLED PORK COOK-OFF
      28 Jul 2023 7th Annual Eburg BBQ Contest - Masters
      22 Jul 2023 Fillmore County Fair BBQ Cook Off - Backyard
      14 Jul 2023 KTD Smokin' Gobbler - Masters
      8 Jul 2023 Art of the Que - Masters & Backyard
      9 Jun 2023 Bring'n Home the Bacon I, 2023 - Masters & Backyard Double
      2 Jun 2023 Smokin' in Steele - Masters & Backyard
      13 May 2023 MN in May 2023 - Backyard Contest
      12 May 2023 MN in May 2023 - Compart Kid's Que Challenge
      12 May 2023 MN in May 2023 - Turkey Smoke
      12 May 2023 MN in May 2023 - Master's Series Contest
      12 May 2023 MN in May 2023 - Friday One Meat - Ribs
      12 May 2023 MN in May 2023 Volunteer
      11 May 2023 2023 KCBS Judges Class
      11 May 2023 Contest Judging & Volunteer Sign Up - MN in May 2023
      15 Apr 2023 Spring Training April 15,2023
      13 Mar 2023 MN Team of the Year 2023 Points Chase Sign Up
      4 Feb 2023 United We Shiver BBQ Tournament
      28 Jan 2023 2023 Annual MBS Banquet
      1 Dec 2022 Annual Banquet - Donation 2023
      14 Oct 2022 Bring'n Home the Bacon II - Backyard (Double)
      2 Oct 2022 Grill Your ACE Off - Lakers Backyard Pitmaster
      24 Sep 2022 Patriot Lanes Bar and Grill
      24 Sep 2022 Ribs For The Ribbon
      16 Sep 2022 LIVIN Music Festival 2022
      10 Sep 2022 Bent Brewstillery BBQ Contest
      10 Sep 2022 Annandale Youth First Bbq Competition
      27 Aug 2022 Zimmerman Legion 7th Annual Rib Fest
      20 Aug 2022 Boomer Backyard BBQ Cookoff
      20 Aug 2022 Rockin' Ribfest
      12 Aug 2022 BELIA Smokin' Pulled Pork Cook off
      6 Aug 2022 B-Dale BBQ Contest
      30 Jul 2022 Ribfest
      30 Jul 2022 Nashwauk Market RibFest
      27 Jul 2022 July Board Meeting
      23 Jul 2022 Fillmore County Fair BBQ Cook Off
      16 Jul 2022 Bourbon Brews and BBQ
      16 Jul 2022 Sunrise 2nd Annual Rib Contest
      15 Jul 2022 KTD Smokin' Gobbler
      9 Jul 2022 Bands and BBQ
      18 Jun 2022 June Fest Rib & Wing cook-off
      10 Jun 2022 Bring'n Home the Bacon I - Masters (Double)
      10 Jun 2022 Bring'n Home the Bacon I - Backyard
      4 Jun 2022 Smokin in Steele BBQ and Blues - Backyard Contest
      3 Jun 2022 Smokin' in Steele - Masters
      21 May 2022 Ham Lake Lanes Rib Cook Off
      20 May 2022 Plant Yourself in Gaylord
      14 May 2022 Contest Judge, Table Captain, Volunteer Sign Up - MN in May 2022
      14 May 2022 MN in May 2022 - Backyard Contest
      13 May 2022 MN in May 2022 - Compart Kid's Que Challenge
      13 May 2022 MN in May 2022 - Friday One Meat - Ribs
      13 May 2022 MN in May 2022 - Master's Series Contest
      12 May 2022 KCBS Judge Class 2022
      12 May 2022 KCBS Table Captain Class 2022
      12 May 2022 MN in May 2022: Camping Add-On
      12 May 2022 MN in May 2022 Volunteer
      29 Apr 2022 BBQ 301 Class
      9 Apr 2022 BHTB Judge and Table Captain Class
      2 Apr 2022 2022 Spring Training
      29 Jan 2022 2022 Annual MBS Banquet
      1 Jan 2022 MN Team of the Year Points Chase Sign Up
      1 Dec 2021 Annual Banquet Donations
      15 Oct 2021 Bring'n Home the Bacon II - Backyard (Double)
      25 Sep 2021 Ribs for the Ribbon
      18 Sep 2021 #LIVIN Music Festival & Backyard Comp
      11 Sep 2021 Youth First Rib Competition (Backyard competition)
      11 Sep 2021 3BC Backyard Rib Competition
      11 Sep 2021 Smoke your ACE off
      11 Sep 2021 Youth first rib competition
      22 Aug 2021 Big Island BBQ (BIB) - Backyard
      21 Aug 2021 Boomer Backyard BBQ Cookoff
      21 Aug 2021 Rockin' Ribfest Oneway Festival
      20 Aug 2021 Big Island BBQ - Masters Series
      7 Aug 2021 B-Dale BBQ Contest
      7 Aug 2021 Dennison Days BBQ Contest
      24 Jul 2021 Fillmore County Fair BBQ Cook Off
      16 Jul 2021 KTD Smokin' Gobbler Cook Off
      16 Jul 2021 Deer River BBQ & Brew Fest
      20 Jun 2021 Rigs & Pigs Backyard BBQ Cook-Off
      11 Jun 2021 Bring'n Home the Bacon - Backyard (Double)
      11 Jun 2021 Bring'n Home the Bacon - Masters (Double)
      5 Jun 2021 BBQ and Brew Cook Off
      30 May 2021 Wild West Days Rib 2021 Cook Off
      22 May 2021 Mad May BBQ
      8 May 2021 Contest Judge, Table Captain, Volunteer Sign Up - MN in May
      8 May 2021 MN in May - Backyard Contest
      7 May 2021 MN in May - Compart Kid's Que Challenge
      7 May 2021 MN in May - Master's Series Contest
      7 May 2021 MN in May - Friday One Meat - Ribs
      6 May 2021 KCBS Judge Class
      6 May 2021 MN in May: Camping Add-On
      6 May 2021 MN in May Volunteer
      27 Mar 2021 Annual MBS Banquet
      6 Mar 2021 Member Class: Tell All Chicken and Ribs
      26 Jan 2021 Board Meeting - Annual Meeting
      1 Jan 2021 Banquet Donations
      16 Dec 2020 Annual Elections
      16 Dec 2020 December Board Meeting

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