[JAB@thebarn.com message] Fwd: NHC 2013

Did anybody get their beers entered? it was closed by the time I tried yesterday (~5pm)? Registration closed Tuesday, February 26, 2013 at 3:30 PM, MST. 2013 AHA National Homebrew Competition NHC Registration Update: The American Homebrewers Association (AHA) is halting National Homebrew Competition (NHC) registration due to the extensive technical difficulties with the system that we have been troubleshooting (to limited effect) since registration opened earlier today. We will post updates on the status of NHC registration as we have them. The AHA is deeply sorry for the problems associated with NHC registration today. The AHA worked in advance with our providers to ensure that registration would be seamless. But as we all saw, that did not result as promised or planned. We accept responsibility for today’s failures, and we apologize for the headaches. We realize there will be many questions about next steps for existing and hopeful registrants. Again, please stay tuned for details. Thank you for your support of the National Homebrew Competition. At the end of the day, the NHC—the world’s largest beer competition—is a testament to your creativity and success as homebrewers. Cheers to that, and again, please accept our apologies. Entry registration closed Tuesday, February 26, 2013 at 4:30 PM, CST. Thanks and Good Luck To All Who Entered the 2013 National Homebrew Competition - Saint Paul, MN Judging Center! There are 499 entries (0 paid and received) from 145 registered participants, judges, and stewards.