2019 Auction Items
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Auction items that will be available at auction on
June 8th
June 8th
LIVE Auction
Crane Watching on the Platte River in Nebraska
Four Guests will experience one of the greatest wildlife spectacles in North America, this gathering of cranes is the largest in the world.
Every March, over 600,000 Sandhill Cranes converge on the Platte River valley in central Nebraska to fuel up before continuing north to their nesting grounds. Audubon’s Rowe Sanctuary is at the heart of this magnificent crane staging area. Rowe Sanctuary offers guided tours to view the spectacular concentrations of Sandhill Cranes on their evening river roosts. Guests can view the cranes returning to or leaving the river and learn about our ongoing efforts to protect America’s Great Migration.
Four guests will enjoy three days and two nights lodging in Kearney, NE and experience America’s Greatest Migration from the viewing blinds at Rowe Sanctuary. Guests will be able to schedule as many morning and evening viewing experiences throughout their stay as they wish. Tours are scheduled each morning and evening at 6:00am and 6:00pm. During their stay the guests can explore, on their own, the surrounding area during the day to see cranes and many other waterfowl and other birds in the nearby rainwater basins.
Available March 7, 2020 through April 11, 2020. Reservations must be made by December 20, 2019 to ensure availability. After January 2, 2020 the reservations are open to the public and availability becomes first come first served. Airfare NOT Included.
Donated by Iain Nicolson Audubon Center at Rowe SanctuaryRide ‘Em Cowboy
Located along the Blackfoot River Valley in the Rocky Mountains of western Montana, the location is a little farther back, from the hi-ways and by-ways and the much-famed beaten track, with a wilderness to join you full of elk, bear, goat, and deer, and where the mountain streams come tumbling in a rush to reappear.
Prepare for a six (6)-day Adventure Ranch Vacation at Rich’s Montana Guest Ranch near Seeley Lake, Montana. Two (2) guests will enjoy meals, lodging, horseback riding, fishing, Garnet Ghost Town tour,
wagon ride, campfire entertainment, and all of the scheduled activities and amenities of the ranch. The highlight of the week will be a horseback trip up to the alpine lakes at the edge of the spectacular
Bob Marshall Wilderness. This gift certificate is good through September 2020.
Airfare NOT included.
Donated by Stuart Strahl
Be A Guest in Your Own Home
A sumptuous brunch for 8-10 guests, including the hosts, will be prepared, set out, & cleaned up by Mary Lee Berger-Hughes & Martha Murray, two women who definitely know their way around food.
Prior to her retirement, Berger-Hughes had a long career in event planning that included working as the Director of Catering at the Kennedy Center and a stint at New York City-based Glorious Foods, the go to caterers for corporate and society functions in New York & Washington DC. Although she is not a trained chef, she worked side-by-side with some of the best in the business. Her credits include formal & informal affairs for presidents, vice presidents, diplomats, members of the English royal family, & movie stars. She has endless stories, that she just might be persuaded to share with you & your guests.
Prior to coming to the Eastern Shore, Martha Murray worked as an Institutional Equity trader and Managing Director for 24 years, at Merrill Lynch, Alex Brown, and Wachovia Securities. She currently works as the Business Manager for Bountiful Interiors in Easton. Her real love has always been food and entertaining, however, and she set out to learn as much as she could about both. Martha describes herself as an Ina Garten wanna-be, but friends who’ve been lucky enough to share her food know that she’s the real deal.
In consultation with the hosts, Mary Lee & Martha will prepare and present an expansive brunch in keeping with the season. When your guests go home, the pair will take charge of cleanup while you relax and bask in the glow of a satisfying afternoon, elegantly spent.
Donated by Martha Murray & Mary Lee Berger-Hughes
Palm Desert California Get-a-Way
Enjoy 5 days and 4 nights in a 3 bedroom 3 bath condo at the Monterrey Country Club in Palm Desert! Play a round or two at the 27-hole Ted Robinson Jr.-designed championship golf course. Swim in the resort’s pool, soak in the Jacuzzi, and play tennis & pickleball in one the club’s 15 lighted tennis courts. Experience the nearby Living Desert zoo and gardens, just 5 miles away. Filled with desert wildlife and unique flora and fauna, The Living Desert is simply a must-see for children and adults alike. From giraffes to agaves, there’s plenty to keep you entertained, but if you want more, check out the world-famous town of Palm Springs, just 15 miles away! Ride the Palm Springs Aerial Tramway, hike to San Jacinto Peak, or explore Tahquitz Canyon, home to a spectacular seasonal 60-foot waterfall, rock art, and a diversity of native wildlife like the endangered Desert Bighorn Sheep. September 2019 - March 2020, subject to availability. Airfare not included
Donated by Environmental Nature Center
Donated by Environmental Nature Center
SILENT Auction
Day at the Races for Six with Lunch
Lunch for six ($25pp) in The Terrace Dining Room at Delaware Park, a race named after your group, participation in the trophy presentation in the Winner’s Circle to the winning horse and owner/trainer, and a Winner’s Circle picture for all six. Good for races in the 2019 season. Only Delaware Handicap Weekend Festival, Triple Crown and Breeders’ Cup Saturdays are excluded from the dates available.
Donated by Delaware Park & Cynthia Rickman
Donated by Delaware Park & Cynthia Rickman
One Hour Swedish Massage
Enjoy a reviving massage at Serenity Massage Therapy in Easton.
Donated by Serenity Massage Therapy
Gift Certificate at 208 Talbot
The mastermind behind the 208 Talbot kitchen is David Clark. Recently voted best chef on the Eastern Shore by the readers of What's Up magazine, David is a 25+ year veteran of the industry. Enjoy a dinner at 208 Talbot in St. Michaels. (Value $125)
Donated by 208 Talbot
Bark and Feather Basket
A functional work of art! Basket is crafted from cocoa bark, woven from palm fronds and embellished with rooster feathers, rabbit fur, sliver Conchos and beads. 12"x 10"H.
Donated by Pickering Creek
Ravens Tickets Package
Three tickets to the November 17th home game against the Houston Texans as well as three tickets to the August 8 preseason game against the Jacksonville Jaguars.. Section 121 for both games. One Ravens hat and shirt too!
Donated by Campbell’s Boatyard
French Wine
Make your summer that much more enjoyable by adding a bit of “Je ne sais quoi” by taking home this wonderful assortment of French wines from some of the country’s legendary vineyards. Pair with some of your most hearty dishes or have friends over for a tasting! Or just keep for special occasions--
2007 E. Guigal Châteauneuf-du-Pape (2 bottles)
2010 Domaine de la Mordorée Lirac Cuvée de la Reine des Bois (2 bottles)
2009 Chapelle St. Theodoric Châteauneuf-du-Pape La Guigasse (4 bottles)
2011 Domaine de Ferrand Châteauneuf-du-Pape (4 bottles)
2010 Domaine de la Mordorée Lirac Cuvée de la Reine des Bois (2 bottles)
2009 Chapelle St. Theodoric Châteauneuf-du-Pape La Guigasse (4 bottles)
2011 Domaine de Ferrand Châteauneuf-du-Pape (4 bottles)
Donated by Tom Kimbis & Jill Prater
Hand Turned Beech Wood Bowl
Donated and made by Scott Beatty
Round of Golf for Two and Lunch
Round of Golf for Two and Lunch
Enjoy and round of golf for two and lunch and the Talbot Country Club. Includes golfcarts! The Golf Course, designed by Ed Ault, has a beautiful, classic Eastern Shore of Maryland design. The course is enjoyable to play with ten par 4’s, four par 5’s, and four par 3’s, providing a challenge for all skill levels. The forward tees play from 5,200 yards and the back tees play from almost 7,000 yards. You’ll then enjoy a delightful lunch at The Grille Room, an informal dining area with a large bar, fireplace and flat screen televisions.
Donated by the Talbot Country Club
Spring Basket
A delightful assortment of seasonally themed items for your home!
Donated by TradeWhims
A delightful assortment of seasonally themed items for your home!
Donated by TradeWhims
2 Framed Prints
A large framed, nature-themed print from Trowbridge, a high end wall art company, that will enhance any room in your home.
Donated by Bountiful
A large framed, nature-themed print from Trowbridge, a high end wall art company, that will enhance any room in your home.
Donated by Bountiful
Rise Up Gift Basket
A gift basket containing several pounds of organic, fair trade coffee, Rise Up’s signature Barbecue rubs, coffee mugs & many other surprises.
Donated by Rise Up Coffee
A gift basket containing several pounds of organic, fair trade coffee, Rise Up’s signature Barbecue rubs, coffee mugs & many other surprises.
Donated by Rise Up Coffee
“Something Fishy” Handmade Quilt
Cuddle up with this 46’x 64” handmade quilt
Donated by Sally Smith
Cuddle up with this 46’x 64” handmade quilt
Donated by Sally Smith
One Load of Mulch or Topsoil Delivered
Need topsoil for your garden> Get a load delivered by Paul Ewing, Inc.. Delivery available in the Paul Ewing Service Area only
Donated by Paul Ewing, Inc.
Donated by Paul Ewing, Inc.
Crab Feast at your Home
You invite some friends, you prepare the sides, and Bill Griffin will arrive on your doorstep to deliver one bushel of hot steamed crabs and a case of 10oz. Buds An easy way to make the bounty of the Chesapeake part of your summer fun! Delivery available within 15 miles of Easton.
Donated by Bill & Mary Griffin
Canvasback, Bluebill, Canada Goose Hunt on the Wye East River
For Four People, Second half of January 2020
Donated by Rick Jablin
Fitness Rx Gym Membership
Enjoy getting to know fitness Rx in Easton during a three month membership that includes 24/7 access to the Gym, free c;lasses and a free hour long assessment.
Donated by Fitness Rx
Italian Wines
Italian Wines
Light and bright Italian White Wine to enjoy this summer. Six bottles of refreshing wine that will go well with grilled fish, a light seafood salad, grilled chicken or vegetables. Perfect for a summer evening.
Donated by the Wishing Well Liquors & Tom Sanders
Golf for Four at the Links at Perry Cabin
Enjoy a challenging day of Golf at Perry Cabin’s Pete Dye designed course followed by lunch at the Galley in St. Michaels. Links at Perry Cabin is a work of art that tees up a truly world class golf experience that will challenge golfers at every level. Golfcarts, greens fees and taxes included, Forecaddies are required and NOT included. Good for the next year on any Monday through Thursday.
Donated by the Inn at Perry Cabin & The Galley
Handmade Wood Carving Boards
Donated and made by Bill Griffin
Donated and made by Bill Griffin
Homeplate Package
Show your pride for Maryland and your support for the Baltimore Orioles. Enjoy 5 prime seats in section 34 for a perfect home plate view of the game. Arrive with ease with a VIP parking pass for parking lot A, right next to the door to Camden Yards! Auction winner picks three top choice dates/games including Yankees or Red Sox games and donor will inform availability of those games.
Donated by Paris Foods Corp. and Marla and Harold Baines
Stihl MS170 Chainsaw
The Stihl MS 170 includes many of the same excellent design features as Stihl’s professional models, including inboard mounted inertia chain brake, Master Control Lever™, anti-vibration mounts, easy-off filter cover, piston ported engine and view-through oil and gas tanks. The MS 170 comes standard with a 16" bar. Features: Tooless oil and fuel caps, Anti-vibration system, Automatic Oiler, Inboard Chain brake, Superior Balance and design. Personal instructions on operations provided to the purchaser of this item.
Donated by Rio Del Mar Enterprises, Inc.
2-Hours of Design Services from Dwelling and Design
Living room need a face lift? Too crowded in the family room? Have Easton-based design experts from Dwelling and Design visit your home to provide pointers and ideas on how to get the space you’ve dreamed of. Consultants will visit for 2- hours and provide advice on color selections, fabric selections, furniture layout, furniture section, etc
Donated by Dwelling & Design
Living room need a face lift? Too crowded in the family room? Have Easton-based design experts from Dwelling and Design visit your home to provide pointers and ideas on how to get the space you’ve dreamed of. Consultants will visit for 2- hours and provide advice on color selections, fabric selections, furniture layout, furniture section, etc
Donated by Dwelling & Design
Mason's Redux Gift Certificate
Bid on this $450 gift certificate to Mason's Redux in Easton. Use it for yourself throughout the year, or invite 6 of your closest friends to dinner-whatever you choose.
Bid on this $450 gift certificate to Mason's Redux in Easton. Use it for yourself throughout the year, or invite 6 of your closest friends to dinner-whatever you choose.
Donated by Mason Redux & Chance Negri and Jeffrey Parker
Windy City Package with Behind the Scenes Brookfield Zoo Tour
A truly wonderful trip! Take a behind the scenes tour for 4 at the Chicago Zoological Society’s Brookfield Zoo with Executive Director Stuart Strahl with lunch, including a 2-Night Stay in 2 Standard Rooms at The Clubhouse Inn and Suites.
The Chicago Zoological Society is an international leader in conservation psychology, animal welfare, nature-based early childhood education, and wild-life conservation. Brookfield Zoo, operated by CZS, is enormous, spreading out over 216 acres and housing thousands of animals –polar bears, camels, black rhinos, dolphins, giraffes, baboons, bottlenose dolphins, wolves, Amur leopards, green sea turtles, Siberian tigers, snow leopards, as well as many species of birds and reptiles.
Join CZS President & CEO Stuart Strahl and learn how the Society engages people of all backgrounds in conservation leadership around such topics as Great Lakes restoration, global climate change and wildlife preservation. You’ll witness the inner workings of the Zoo, get to see things the public doesn’t (based on your particular interests) and have a chance to interact with a few animals -The giraffe feeding is recommended! Before or after your half day of fun you’ll be free to roam the zoo for the rest of the day. This package for four includes a gourmet lunch or dinner prepared by the zoo’s chef. Two standard rooms for two nights at the Clubhouse Inn and Suites –just 20 minutes from O’Hare Airport -are included in this unique experience. Airfare NOT included.
Donated by Stuart Strahl
Hair of the Dog Wine Selection
A variety of white and red wines from across many regions. White wine selections range from Portuguese and Italian whites described as light and dry and excellent on warm days - especially with seafood to a French Sauvignon Blanc that pairs excellently with shellfish or a lemony salad. The Reds are alight, smooth Californian Pinot Noir that pairs well with veal, poultry or game and a dry Italian Red from Sicily that pairs well with pasta or lamb.
Donated by Hair of the Dog
Original Painting "Pickering Pond House"
A beautiful 12x10.5 (framed 20 x16) watercolor painting of a Pickering scene by local plein air artisit Mary Ford. Created April 2019. Watercolor on Arches 140lb paper
Donated by Mary Ford
Dogfish Head Brewery VIP Tour for 4A variety of white and red wines from across many regions. White wine selections range from Portuguese and Italian whites described as light and dry and excellent on warm days - especially with seafood to a French Sauvignon Blanc that pairs excellently with shellfish or a lemony salad. The Reds are alight, smooth Californian Pinot Noir that pairs well with veal, poultry or game and a dry Italian Red from Sicily that pairs well with pasta or lamb.
Donated by Hair of the Dog
Original Painting "Pickering Pond House"
A beautiful 12x10.5 (framed 20 x16) watercolor painting of a Pickering scene by local plein air artisit Mary Ford. Created April 2019. Watercolor on Arches 140lb paper
Donated by Mary Ford
Experience Goodness! A special tour for up to 4 guests through the normally off limits parts of the brewery to gain a richer understanding of how we make our off-centered ales and spirits, and enjoy a few beers and a cocktail along the way!
Donated by Dogfish Head Brewery
Precision Fit Garden Trailer
Fits on a Lawn Tractor or golf cart and carry what you need!
Donated by Karen Starkey
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Thank you Sponsors!
WOOD THRUSH
Chesapeake Audubon Society
Bill & Mary Griffin
The Easton Group at
Morgan Stanley
Stuart & Melissa Strahl
Cheryl Tritt & Phil Walker
Colin Walsh & Carolyn Williams
SALTMARSH SPARROW
Anonymous
Wayne and Joyce Bell
Paula Calimafde & Alan Mark
Michael & Kristina Henry
Lisa Gritti & Tom Divillio
Dwelling and Design
Steve & Audrey Forrer
Thomas and Cathy Hill
Lane Engineering
Parker Counts
Rick Scobey and Bruce Ragsdale
Phil and Charlotte Sechler
Shore United Bank
Solidago Landscaping
Anne and Ron Walker
Wye Financial & Trust
NORTHERN HARRIER
Anonymous
GREAT BLUE HERON
Out of the Fire
WOOD THRUSH
Chesapeake Audubon Society
Bill & Mary Griffin
The Easton Group at
Morgan Stanley
Stuart & Melissa Strahl
Cheryl Tritt & Phil Walker
Colin Walsh & Carolyn Williams
SALTMARSH SPARROW
Anonymous
Wayne and Joyce Bell
Paula Calimafde & Alan Mark
Michael & Kristina Henry
Lisa Gritti & Tom Divillio
Dwelling and Design
Steve & Audrey Forrer
Thomas and Cathy Hill
Lane Engineering
Parker Counts
Rick Scobey and Bruce Ragsdale
Phil and Charlotte Sechler
Shore United Bank
Solidago Landscaping
Anne and Ron Walker
Wye Financial & Trust
