ALAMOSA – The Second Annual ‘Battle of the Bowls’ Chili Cook-Off held at Alamosa/Great Sand Dunes KOA Journey Campground was another memorable success marked by good times, a variety of good chili, good music from local DJ Ef and a cheerful crowd of spoon-carrying tasters.
There were 21 entrees in the contest (including two no-shows) and Deb Hankinson, co-owner of the campground, estimated that 150 people showed up with likely $6,000 raised for Cancer Camp for Kids, a non-profit, summertime camp experience for kids of all ages who have been diagnosed with cancer.
In the green chili category: third place – Stephanie Carino, first place - JoAnne White, second place - Mackenzy Murphy. In the red chili category: second place - Lee Boatright, first place - Doyle Lea and in the front, third place - Lorensa Buckley.
Hankinson wanted to give a shout out and thank you to all who sponsored, donated or volunteered their time to make Saturday a fun and meaningful time. Specifically, thanks to JJ Rental Center, Visit Alamosa, Absmeier, Porter Realty, Husmann Plumbing, SLV Health, Rocky Mountain Fire and Security, LLC, Valley Lock and Security, Billings Electric, Valley Courier, O&V Printing, SLV Federal Bank, Alpine Bank, 1st Southwest Bank, Alamosa Home, Alamosa State Bank, Altitude Appliance, Airgas, Balanced Ledgers Schrader’s Glass and High Peaks Rental. Also, thank you to all the staff who donated their time.
