I'm more for the participate if ya want route. It wouldn't take any time away from the vendors really o_O. The vendor would possibly have to make a sign or 2 that show which snake they entered into the contest. That way, when people are passing by, they will know which one it is. It would encourage people with a good eye to check out your table to see it, then possibly buy one of your high quality beauties! Or it would attract new guys to ur table to see. What makes it so exceptional! Who knows, they might be blown away and purchase a snake from your line!

You don't really have to take the snake out unless you submitted a yellowbelly lol. Then you can remove it, turn it over, then put it back :p. if someone asks to hold it, just say its against the rules .

I'm not sure what would take any time at all really. I think a show specifically for this contest would be a little overkill :s. An event (much like the panels at expos, and raffles) would probably be the best route for a first step lol. If that takes off, then maybe a contest show can be held idk lol. If it doesnt take off, then oh well! It didn't cost anybody money lol. Nobody is losing out on anything. And nobody is gaining anything :p