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44th Annual Chili Cook-Off Recap


The Williston API is proud to host events that bring our community together while raising funds for local organizations and scholarships. This year’s API Chili Cook-Off exceeded all expectations, with 22 competing teams, 100+ sponsors, and over 1,500 attendees, resulting in over $100,000 raised to support scholarships and community programs.


The money raised from this event will directly impact local organizations, scholarships, and charitable programs, including:
✅ API Scholarship Program
✅ Giving Hearts Day Donations (Coyote Clay Target League, Upper Missouri Ministries, Eckert Youth Home, Salvation Army)
✅ Community Support (Williston Flyers Pee Wee Hockey, Korner Lions, Family Crisis Shelter, Keene VFD, Kids Day Out Foundation, WHS After Prom, WRED)

A huge THANK YOU to all the sponsors, volunteers, and attendees who made this event possible. Your support helps us continue making a difference in the Bakken! We look forward to seeing you at the 45th Annual API Chili Cook-Off next year March 28, 2026!



Chili Competition:
1st Place: MMR
2nd Place: Devon Energy
3rd Place: Creedence Energy
4th Place: Wisco
5th Place: CalFrac
6th Place: G-Style

Special Awards:
Best Decorated Booth: Walt’s Market
Crowd Interaction Award: Busy Bee’s Hot Oil
Fan Favorite Chili: Wisco
Most Valuable Team: Devon Energy
Bakken Bread Winner: Nova Oilfield Services

Chili Games Champions:
1st Place: Stealth Energy
2nd Place: CalFrac

Raffle Winners:

$500 Winners

Matthew Delekta – Sportsman’s Warehouse
Rex Mandell – Scenic Sports
Laura Betts – Visa
Georgia Vansickle – Scenic Sports
Kelli Holst – Sportsman’s Warehouse

McHale Maristuen – Visa


$400 Winners

Ryan Farrell – Visa

Frankie McPherson – Visa


$300 Winners

JD DeMorrett – Visa

Bryce Christoffsen – Visa


$150 Winners
Duane Days – Visa
Jason Dusseault – Visa
Brianne Dearing – Visa
Tim Atwood – Visa

An API board member will be in touch with instructions on how to claim your prize. If you have any questions, please email info@willistonapi.com. Reminder: We will never ask for personal information or comment on this post with redemption details. If you receive a suspicious message, please ignore it and contact us directly. Congratulations to all the winners!


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  Join Us for the API Member Networking Social!

Mark your calendars for Monday, April 7th at 5:30 PM at the Grand Williston Ballroom for an evening of networking, industry insights, and great company! Ron Ness, President of the North Dakota Petroleum Council will be our keynote speaker, sharing valuable updates on the industry.

Ron Ness is the President of the North Dakota Petroleum Council (NDPC). Ness, with more than 25 years with the Petroleum Council and more than 36 years of career experience, under his leadership and commitment to energy development, North Dakota oil production has increased from just over 80,000 barrels of oil per day to over 1.1 million barrels of oil per day. Ness has been instrumental in driving the state energy policy and research including the Oil Legacy Fund, Oil and Gas Research Council, Outdoor Heritage Fund, and the Clean Sustainable Energy Authority.

  Sponsored by: WellPro, Recoil, and Thruster Energy


✅ Members attend FREE | Non-Members: $25

  Not a member? Join for just $250/year and enjoy benefits like:

  ️ Meals at all monthly meetings

  Entry into drawings for API gear

⛳ Eligibility for the Golf Tournament

  Holiday Social Invite

  ️ RSVP Here: https://www.willistonapi.com/event-6093040

Don’t miss this chance to connect with fellow industry professionals! 





Williston API Member Networking Social Recap

A huge thank you to everyone who joined us for the Williston API Member Networking Social! It was a fantastic evening of connection, conversation, and industry insights.

A special shoutout to Jason Swaren, SVP Execution for Chord Energy, for sharing his expertise in his presentation, "Get to Know Chord Energy." With over 30 years in the oil and gas industry, Jason provided invaluable knowledge about Chord Energy’s operations and vision. His experience—from leading operations at Oasis Petroleum to managing large-scale projects worldwide—made for an engaging and informative discussion.

We also want to extend our sincere gratitude to Creedence Energy Services for sponsoring this event. Your support helps make these gatherings possible and continues to strengthen our industry connections.

We appreciate all our members and sponsors who contribute to the success of these events. Stay tuned for more opportunities to connect and collaborate in the future! #WillistonAPI #Networking #EnergyIndustry #ThankYouCreedence


Williston API Gives Back


Wish Come True for a Local Williston Princess

We were honored and humbled to be present for the Wish Reveal.of our local Adopt-A-Wish recipient. From the moment we met 5-year-old MJ, all she could talk about was her love for her family and her dream of meeting Princess Elsa.

It was truly heartwarming to witness the moment she was granted her wish to meet Princess Elsa in person on her upcoming trip to Disney World with her entire family. This incredible experience was made possible by everyone who helped raise funds or donated.

Thank you for making MJ’s dream come true!



May Day brings more than a basket for the Coyote Clay Target League!! 


On May 1st, 2024, The API Williston Basin Chapter Board Members were excited to surprise the team with a new Polaris Side by Side.

The Coyote Clay Target League has grown from 34 members to over 130 since their inaugural season in 2018.  The diligence and effort of their board, coaches and shooters has really required a lot of hard work to keep things moving!

We are excited for the opportunity to help find them a utility vehicle that will help keep things running smooth and safe!

2024 Golf Tournament


Williston Basin API 44th Annual Golf Tournament

The 44th Annual Williston Basin API Invitational Golf Tournament was a success! Thank you to our Teams, Sponsors and Volunteers for another successful event! 

Thank you to Northland Graphics Chaney, inc. for your amazing work! 


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