Last week I had the pleasure of speaking at the Modesto Mashers meeting. The subject was the BJCP and how I approach the exam and preparatory course. This was most appropriate as they are to begin studying soon for an exam on August 1, 2009. As I explained that day, this is not a mind-numbing experience dedicated to memorizing beer facts or trivia. Too many people defeat themselves for the exam and hopefully I made the point of how I avoid this from happening. There are two other exams I will be involved with in Northern California. Pleasanton on October 3, 2009 and Sacramento on November 21, 2009. If you have looked at the syllabus there is a comment on page three about studying with me by e-mail. I have one student already and have the time and room for a couple more. So do not let the lack of a study group in your area keep you out of the program. If you can travel to one of the locations, I can help you prepare. You can contact me through this website. There is plenty of time and hopefully a few options for taking the exam this year, regardless of your area. I can also help you with contact through the study groups involved in the exams mentioned above.

Hope to see you at the next beer competition,

David