TOURS AND ENTERTAINMENT
- VERIZON: TWO TICKETS TO AN EVENT AND BEHIND THE SCENES TOUR
What makes it all work? More than we know. This is an unusual opportunity for curious adults or school projects. Perfect for those who like to see "what makes it tick".
- PHILADELPHIA ZOO: UP CLOSE AND PERSONAL
This "adults only" tour for four reveals the romantic side of the animal kingdom. Courtship, rituals, mating practices, rearing of offspring are all fully discussed in tactful detail. This tour gives you a passionate perspective on procreation.
- FRICK GALLERY: TOUR AND LUNCH
Renowned Frick Gallery remains a favorite of those who have visited it. Delightful Emily Frick, one of the museums directors, will guide the tour. Lunch included.
- CONNECTICUT ART TRAIL TOUR: 2 DAYS, B & B ACCOMMODATIONS
Visit the heartland of the Connecticut impressionist, including the Old Lyme Art Association, Florence Griswold museum, and the private collections of three generations of White Family painters. Nelson White, 3rd generation, will lead the tour, as well as offer lodging in the White House for first night. Old Lyme Inn will offer accommodations and breakfast the second day.
- ACADEMY OF NATURAL SCIENCES: TOUR
Tour with internationally known author and explorer, Bob Peck. This is a priceless opportunity to spend private time with this world traveler and lecturer.
- GOURMET DINING
Be served a sumptuous 5 course game dinner prepared and served by "Once in a lifetime chefs and servers (which translates into the WAC auction committee members!).” Wine included.
SPORTS
- MONTANA FLY FISHING
Recognized as one of Montana's outstanding guides, Jay Dixon, of Dixon Adventures, will book all your accommodations, take you down the best waters at the time of your trip, and ensure what you will likely consider the most fun, informative, adventurous trip of your life! He knows where the big ones are, and is entirely familiar with the waters of all Montana's best rivers including the Madison, Missouri, Blackfoot, and Bitterroot. Price of accommodations and dinner on you, the rest is up to him.
- SAILING ON THE CHESEPEAKE
A day sail with Captain Doug Heckrotte and first mate Sue. Champagne lunch. Beautiful full day on the "Quetzel".
- FISHING ON THE LITTLE BUSHKILL, POCONOS, PA.
Join fishing enthusiast and adventurer Alan McIlvain. Access these enviable waters from the private club and enjoy lunch at the “Log Cabin” Local ambience and cuisine. Agreed upon day in May or June 2009.
LESSONS
FLIGHT LESSONS
Two hours of instruction with captain Fogwell is a favorite auction item. Back by popular demand. One or two people. Flying out of a local airport.
SHOOTING LESSONS
Master AA marksman, Craig Lander, and One Shot, Winsor, offer demonstration and instruction to experienced or beginner enthusiasts. One - two people. Great for father and son, mother and daughter, or just friends.
LANDSCAPE WORKSHOP: 2 DAYS
Josephine Winsor (at two of the following locations: Hitschler Farm, Okehocking Preserve, or Valley Forge Park). Color, perspective, personal interpretation, rhythms of nature. Develop your own landscape style.
Lunch included. 4 - 8 people.
COMPUTER LESSONS: 2 HOURS INSTRUCTION
Learn with competent, sane, understanding and organized Bart Zantzinger! Transition into technology with ease.
VIKING COOKING LESSONS FOR TWO
An annual favorite returns!
VACATION GETAWAYS: LATTY COVE, MAINE.
Julie and Bob Spahrs lovely home on Mt. Dessert Island.
2 - 4 people. June through early July or during September. Up to one week stay.
NEW ZEALAND HOUSE WITH INCREDIBLE VIEWS
Offered by Henry and Josephine Winsor. 2 - 4 people. Jan - April, 2009.
HITSCHLER FARM, MALVERN COUNTRY: DAY ON THE FARM
Bring the family and kids. Gather eggs, talk to the animals...ducks, geese,
guinea hens, dogs, sheep. Nothing like a day on the farm! |
