On Saturday morning, there is normally a Judges meeting to make some general announcements and go over the specific rules for that contest. If a judge has any questions then this is the time and place to get them answered. After all the instructions have been given and the questions answered, then comes the Judges Oath. Yes, we take an oath. Judging usually commences at noon on Saturday, but is up to the officials.
Judges get their seat assignments and proceed to get comfortable.
There are six blocks marked out since most judging consists of six entries. And there is the bottled water. Contrary to popular belief, beer is not allowed in the judging area. The Table Captain is the judge's best friend. Each entry has a number that is coordinated with a particular name.