This contest is returning BACK to Jackson NJ, but one week later than 2024. No space will be held for ANY team without at least a $150 nonrefundable Weekend Deposit.

· Masters Contest entry fee includes: 1) previous night’s stay at a private campground with water, 20+ amp electric, bathrooms, hot showers, and sewage/dump station; and 2) four KCBS categories of Chicken, Pork, Pork Ribs and Brisket, which provide eligibility for Grand and Reserve Grand Champion. Entry fee can be paid in full for $355/day. 27 TEAM MIN PER DAY; OCTOBER 1 DEADLINE.

MULTI-CONTEST DISCOUNT!! BOTH SAT & SUN MASTERS – $690 paid in full

· Backyard Contest entry fee includes: 1) previous night’s stay at a private campground with water, 20+ amp electric, bathrooms, hot showers, and sewage/dump station; and 2) two KCBS categories of Chicken and Pork Ribs, which provide eligibility for Grand and Reserve Grand Champion. Entry fee can be paid in full for $230/day. 10 TEAM MIN PER DAY; OCTOBER 1 DEADLINE.

MULTI-CONTEST DISCOUNT!! BOTH SAT & SUN BACKYARD – $440 paid in full

· “One-Meat” Master of Chicken and Master of Ribs entry fee is $125 per night — open to both Masters and Backyard teams. Teams can earn category TOY points by participating. 8 TEAM MIN PER NIGHT; OCTOBER 20 DEADLINE.

· Fried Chicken Ancillary entry fee is $25. 8 TEAM MIN; OCTOBER 20 DEADLINE.

· Additional nights at the campground are $75 per night.

· Cabin rentals require a 2-night minimum (FRI and SAT, with SUN afternoon check-out) and must be arranged directly with Campground BBQ, NOT with the campground. Previous year’s renters from the 2023 Jackson NJ contest get first option to return with a January 15 deadline; after that, teams will be pulled from a Wait List so contact Campground BBQ if interested in a cabin. Teams will pay the campground a deposit to hold their cabin, as well as final payment on-site. Teams must bring their own bedding and kitchen/dishware.