2023 Magic Under the Mangroves Event Program

WELCOME TO MAGIC UNDER THE MANGROVES 2023!

Whether you are a longtime supporter of the Conservancy of Southwest Florida or are just getting acquainted with our mission, we hope you feel the “Magic” of this evening.

This is the 19th anniversary of this event which to date has raised over $17 million to protect the land, water, wildlife and future of Southwest Florida.

Magic has become an integral part of funding the work of the Conservancy which includes: science and research, policy and advocacy, wildlife rehabilitation, and educating the next generation.

It is through events like Magic that the Conservancy is able to continue this important work – so we hope you are inspired to help.

The importance of this mission is too great to do it alone and that is why the Conservancy works in collaboration with many partners including The Water School at FGCU, Collier Community Foundation, The Naples Zoo, Naples Botanical Garden, Rookery Bay National Estuarine Research Reserve, Growing Climate Solutions, Sanibel Captiva Conservation Foundation, among numerous others.

Nature provides us many benefits. Mangroves protect our coastal development, wetlands filter and recharge our fresh water, forests sequester carbon. By protecting nature, we are in effect protecting ourselves and the quality of life that brought us to Southwest Florida. That is why the Conservancy supports smart growth strategies that allow for the inevitable growth of the region while preserving the natural assets that benefit everyone.

So please enjoy this special evening and remember that tonight is not just about supporting the Conservancy today but the quality of life here for decades to come.

– Toni & Charlie Mueller

MAGIC UNDER THE MANGROVES

2023 COMMITTEE

Toni & Charlie Mueller, 2023 Chairs

Mrs. Edie Andrew

Mrs. Emily Caraco

Mrs. Kim Collins

Mrs. Susan Dalton*

Mrs. Kimberly Darr

Mrs. Darlene DeMichele

Mrs. Linda Diaz

Mrs. Linda Flewelling

Mrs. Linda Grijalva

Mrs. Donna Hall

Mrs. Robin Hamilton*

Mrs. Jerri Hoffmann

Dr. Judith Hushon

Mrs. Linda Koehn

Ms. Teri Kuhn

Mrs. Maureen Lerner*

Mrs. Katrina Lundmark-Kash*

Mrs. Robin McClanathan

Mrs. Linda Orlans

Mrs. Louise Ost

Mrs. Jane Pearsall

Mrs. Candy Raveis

Mrs. Anne Rubin

Mrs. Sue Schulte

Mrs. Lynne Shotwell*

Mrs. Jenny Sutton

Mrs. Debra Tagliaferro

Mrs. Sharon von Arx

Mrs. Patti Wagner

Mrs. Carol Walter

Dr. Cynthia Weston

Mrs. Nancy White*

* Past Magic Under the Mangroves chairs

The Conservancy of Southwest Florida’s sound fiscal management and commitment to accountability and transparency has earned the organization a 4-star rating from Charity Navigator, America’s largest and most-utilized independent evaluator of charities. In addition to receiving this honor from Charity Navigator, the Conservancy of Southwest Florida also holds a Platinum rating from GuideStar.

Cypress:

Edie Andrew

Jennie Cheng & Stefan Bothe

Carol & John Walter

Canopy:

Barbara Chur & Barry Keleher

Sheila & Paul Demkovich

Tickie & Ed Eaton

Jane & Jim Fitzgerald

Linda & Victor Grijalva

Pepper & Cedric Shaw

Lynne & Chip Shotwell

Karen & Patrick Walsh

Wendy & Tom Watkins

Myra & Van Williams

White Mangrove:

Dawn & Lew Allyn

Nancy & Bob Anthony

Sue Dalton

Linda & Rick Flewelling

Donna Hall

Robin & Joe McClanathan

Susan Regenstein & Barry Frank

Toshiko & Jay Tompkins

Barbara & Larry Wilson

Black Mangrove:

Cheryl & Joe Boulos

Leslie & Alain Frécon

Toni & Charlie Mueller

Nancy White

Red Mangrove:

Beverly Fanning

Elaine & Dick Grant

Julie & Jon Kukk

Eliza & Hugh Nevin

Buttonwood:

Mary & Alan Atterbury

Georgia & John DallePezze

Audrey Danocup

Linda & Cass Diaz

Maralee & Phil Douglas

Bonnie & Doug Grant

Laurie Hamachek

Robin & Scot Hamilton

Judy & John Hushon

Kathy & Tighe King

Maureen & Arnold Lerner

Cindy Lieber & Todd LePage

Laura & Jim Nolte

Linda & Nick Penniman

Anne & Dave Rismiller

Nanette Rivera & Eugene Wordehoff

Sue & Fred Schulte

Jenny & Kermit Sutton

Debra & Robert Tagliaferro

Susan & Ed Turville

Janet & Richard Uhlig

*This listing includes all information received through February 14, 2023.

If there are no mangroves, then the sea will have no meaning. It’s like a tree with no roots, for the mangroves are the roots of the sea!”

- Mad-Ha Ranwasii

Lydia Fenet is a global thought leader who has led auctions for more than 600 organizations raising over $1B for nonprofits globally.

Lydia takes auctions all over the world as a Christie’s ambassador and also took the Collectible Car world by storm as the Principal Auctioneer for Broad Arrow Auctions.

Her bestselling book, ‘The Most Powerful Woman in the Room is You’ (published in 2019) was optioned by Netflix in 2022. The show is currently in development with Chernin Entertainment and has Kiernan Shipka attached to star. Lydia continues to grow her media brand as an executive producer on the series.

Lydia’s second book, ‘Claim Your Confidence’ (available March 2023) is her guide to overcoming your fear and gaining the skills you need to become the most confident version of yourself. Lydia is also developing a podcast based on her book in collaboration with Newsstand Studios in Rockefeller Plaza in which she will interview the most powerful women in the world about where they find inspiration, motivation, and confidence.

Lydia is represented by CAA and travels internationally as a keynote speaker helping people unlock their sales potential and empowering women in the workplace. She has been featured in the New York Times, Forbes and TODAY, and has appeared in Vogue, Town & Country, Glamour, and Vanity Fair.

AUCTIONEER

For almost 60 years the Conservancy of Southwest Florida has been a leading environmental advocacy organization dedicated to protecting the water, land, wildlife and future of our five-county region.

EDUCATION:

Conservancy.org/our-work/education

From Pre-K through gray, the Environmental Education team at the Conservancy of Southwest Florida is actively connecting with all ages. We reach more than 10,000 local school students each year through field trips to the Conservancy Nature Center and outreach programs at area schools through our Learning Adventures Bus (LAB).

All generations are responsible for making decisions that will shape and protect the environmental health of Southwest Florida. Sound environmental education provides a foundation for making responsible decisions in the future.

Today’s environmental initiatives undertaken by the Conservancy will also influence our quality of life for the next 20, 30, 50 years and beyond. It takes many gifts of time, talent and treasure to support this important work.

POLICY:

Conservancy.org/our-work/policy

Keeping our region healthy, livable, and functioning well is a complex task. It’s about balancing conservation with economic health and making sure decisions and actions are supported by science-based information and policies. The Conservancy of Southwest Florida Policy and Advocacy Department helps protect our wild lands, wildlife, and our waters. We steward smart growth in our area — advising on transportation planning and land-use decisions and helping to preserve habitat and waterways. The Conservancy works actively with decisionmakers to ensure a bright future for generations to come.

SCIENCE:

Conservancy.org/our-work/science

Conservancy biologists specialize in a wide variety of research initiatives that focus on Southwest Florida’s unique habitats and wildlife, ranging from our estuaries to our uplands, urban environments, to the Western Everglades.

The work of the Environmental Science Department includes ecological research and monitoring programs, restoration initiatives, and ongoing collaboration with universities, state and federal agencies, as well as community outreach.

Coastal Ecology, Invasive Species, Western Everglades, and Urban Ecology are the focus areas of the department. We conduct research to enhance our understanding of the wildlife and the biological communities that are necessary to their survival.

WILDLIFE REHABILITATION:

Conservancy.org/our-work/wildliferehabilitation

Providing medical care to injured wildlife has been a priority of the Conservancy of Southwest Florida since 1979. Caring citizens rescue bobcats, deer, herons, gopher tortoises, pelicans, and many other species of native animals and drop them off at the Conservancy for treatment. The wildlife rehabilitation team and a group of dedicated volunteers provide supportive care with the goal of releasing as many “patients” as possible back to their natural habitats.

Over 4,200 injured, sick, and orphaned native animals are admitted to the von Arx Wildlife Hospital each year. Most of those injuries stem from interactions that involve humans — including car strikes, domestic pet attacks, window collisions, fishing line and hook injuries, gunshots, and toxicosis.

FUND-A-NEED

You can help the Conservancy of Southwest Florida’s staff by funding items needed to advance our work of protecting our region’s water, land, wildlife and future. When you enter the Magic tent, look for the Fund-A-Need items listed below. Bid on your phone or in person at the various displays by the departments. By bidding on one or more items you will help us make the MAGIC happen.

*If an item is over-funded, the donation will be reallocated to the operating budget of the Conservancy of Southwest Florida.

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EDUCATION

ENVIRONMENTAL POLICY

Samoset Resort

Harborside Hotel

2023 Live Auction

SEVEN DAYS, SIX NIGHTS IN NEW ENGLAND FOR FOUR

Donated by The OPAL Collection, Victor & Linda Grijalva, Louis Vuitton, Fred & Sue Schulte

Begin your New England adventure on the island of New Castle located in New Hampshire. Enjoy one night at the historic Wentworth by the Sea. Since 1874, Wentworth by the Sea has stood as a beacon of elegance among the grand Portsmouth, New Hampshire hotels that once graced the coastline. Then, travel to Rockport, Maine, and enjoy two nights at the Samoset Resort. Voted one of the top 25 resorts in the Northeast by Condé Nast Traveler in 2020, this incredible resort features stunning views and an oceanfront championship golf course. Enjoy four rounds of golf for four during your stay. Your last stop is Bar Harbor, Maine where you will spend three nights at the Harbor side Hotel and Marina. Bar Harbor offers a quaint downtown with boutique shopping and endless outdoor activities including Acadia National Park. Guests will enjoy a whale-watching excursion and a lighthouse tour. New England is filled with rich history, cultural attractions, fascinating cities, scenic villages, outdoor adventures, and more! Get ready for the trip of a lifetime!

Also included: An icon since its appearance in 1930, the Louis Vuitton Keepall embodies the spirit of modern travel. Light, supple, and always ready for immediate departure, the bag lives up to its name: those adept at the art of packing can easily fit a week’s wardrobe into the generously sized (and cabinfriendly) Keepall 55. In classic Monogram Canvas, with a strap for casual crossbody wear. Travel in style with the 200,000 Delta Airlines miles included in this package, to be used at your discretion.

Restrictions: Subject to availability and mutually agreed upon date.

2023 Live Auction

EXCLUSIVE LUNCHEON ON KEEWAYDIN ISLAND FOR UP TO 25 GUESTS

Donated by The OPAL Collection

Enjoy a private catered luncheon for up to 25 guests on beautiful Keewaydin Island, the location where the Conservancy of Southwest Florida was founded in 1964. This exclusive party includes a 3-course customized plated menu, cocktails, and tropical ambiance. With boat transportation to and from the island, you and your guests can take in breathtaking views while you cruise. Experience the wonder of overlooking Keewaydin Island and the Gulf of Mexico from the historic lodge balcony.

Restrictions: Limited to 25 people and mutually agreed upon date.

2023 Live Auction

SEVEN NIGHT VOYAGE ABOARD THE WORLD FOR TWO

Donated by The World Residences at Sea

Enjoy sumptuous living for a one-week stay for two aboard The World, a luxury residence at sea. At 644 feet, The World is the largest privately-owned yacht on the planet. Wake up in a new destination every few days. During the day, curl up with a good book in your private space, indulge in a Balinese massage, sip a cup of coffee in the neighborhood cafe, or head to the marina for a kayak ride on the open sea. Dine in a world-class restaurant or have an intimate meal in your private condo. It’s completely up to you. Your luxurious one-bedroom residence on the sea includes all meals and beverages, select fine wines & spirits, inclusive of all gratuities and port charges aboard the ship.

Restrictions: Subject to the Ship’s schedule and availability March 31, 2023 through March 31, 2024, by which time the voyage must be completed. The following blackout dates apply: August 17September 12, 2023; December 10, 2023 - January 22, 2024.

2023 Live Auction

A TASTE AND TOUR OF THE CONSERVANCY FOR 40

Donated by Conservancy of Southwest Florida and Crave Culinaire

Tantalize your senses with an exclusive, multi-tiered VIP dining experience celebrating the Conservancy of Southwest Florida as the heart of our community for nearly 60 years. Allow us to showcase the mission of the Conservancy at this intimate reception for 40 hosted by President and CEO Rob Moher. Wow your guests with an innovative and progressive four-course dinner and wine pairing prepared by the culinary experience experts of Crave Culinaire. This immersive experience will include a conversation with executive leadership from our four mission-based initiatives: protecting our water, land, wildlife, and future.

Restrictions: Date and time to be mutually agreed upon.

2023 Live Auction

CATERED RECEPTION ON “PAWS FOR LIFE”

YACHT FOLLOWED BY DINNER AT BLEU PROVENCE FOR 20

Donated by John & Carol Walter, Stefan Bothe & Jennifer Cheng, Crave Culinaire, and Bleu Provence

Take a sunset cruise with John and Carol Walter on their stunning 88’ Marlow Yacht, “Paws for Life”, and enjoy a bevy of hors d’oeuvres and cocktails carefully curated by Crave Culinaire. Driven by the pursuit of excellence, immaculate presentation, and innovative cuisine, Chef Brian Roland is sure to impress. Crave Culinaire brings sophistication and satisfaction to each culinary affair. Enjoy breathtaking views of the Gulf of Mexico while sipping from your glass of champagne. Once we have docked, your guests will enjoy the lifestyle of the French while dining at the luxurious Bleu Provence, where elegance and hospitality are one. Bleu Provence is truly a labor of love that blends together food and wine for a unique European dining experience.

Restrictions: Available November 2023 - June 2024; subject to availability. Must be a mutually agreed upon date.

THANK YOU

Generous VENDORS

Abacus Security Services, Inc.

AUC Consultant

Collier Valet Services

CRS Technology

Frisco’s Catering

Greater Naples Fire & Rescue

Harmon’s Audio Visual

Kaleidoscope Floral

Lydia Fenet Auctioneer

M&M Multimedia

OneCause

Presstige Printing

Prestigious Restrooms

Priority Marketing

The Ritz-Carlton

Sunbelt Rentals

TentLogix

Waste Management

Conservancy VOLUNTEERS

To all those who volunteered in preparing the grounds, cleaning the tents, working the night of the event and do so much each and every day for the Conservancy.

Live AUCTION

Bleu Provence

Stephan Bothe and Jennifer Cheng

Crave Culinaire

Victor and Linda Grijalva

OPAL Collection

The Ritz-Carlton

Fred and Sue Shulte

John and Carol Walter

The World Residences at Sea

Louis Vuitton

MASTER OF CEREMONIES

Special thanks to our emcee tonight WINK TV anchor Lindsey Sablan.

Thank you to all of our Silent Auction donors

Auction Guidelines

SILENT AND LIVE AUCTION INFORMATION

Thank you for your generous support of Conservancy of Southwest Florida as we raise funds greatly needed to continue protecting Southwest Florida’s unique natural environment and quality of life…now and forever.

WE STRONGLY ENCOURAGE BIDDING WITH PASSION & PURPOSE!

1. To bid on an item during the live auction, simply raise your bid paddle with your assigned BIDDER NUMBER until acknowledged by the auctioneer. You may also raise your program, raise your hand, or otherwise get the auctioneer’s attention in order to place your bid. We encourage you to bid frequently and generously. Proceeds from the auction go directly to Conservancy of Southwest Florida.

2. These Live Auction Guidelines along with your invoice is your agreement with the donors. These guidelines together with your invoice are the complete and only terms and conditions on which all property is offered for sale. A bid constitutes a legal contract to buy. You are required by law to pay for the item for which you were the successful bidder. All sales are final. Items are nontransferable and cannot be exchanged.

3. If an item has an expiration date, it is the responsibility of the winning bidder to comply with the expiration dates and to finalize transactions within the time frames specified on the item certificate. All taxes, applicable fees, or reservations are the responsibility of the successful bidder.

4. While every reasonable effort has been made to describe each item correctly, all items and services are sold “as is.” Values of items offered for auction are donors’ estimates and are not warranted by the Conservancy.

5. We reserve the right to withdraw any property before or during a sale and shall have no liability whatsoever for such withdrawal. We reserve the right to reject any bid. The highest bidder acknowledged by the auctioneer will be the purchaser. In the event of any dispute between bidders, or in the event of doubt on our part as to the validity of any bid, the auctioneer will have the final discretion either to determine the successful bidder or to re-offer and resell the article in dispute. If a dispute arises after the sale, our sale record is conclusive.

6. Any mistakes in invoicing after the sale will be recognized as such by the buyer and the buyer will be obligated to the price as announced to the audience and by the auctioneer during the auction.

7. Total liability of any type or for any cause of the Conservancy and/or Auctioneer shall be limited to monies paid at said auction. In addition, the Conservancy and/or Auctioneer and such persons shall not be liable for any cause or event beyond their control.

8. No video without written permission. Auction services are copyrighted, intellectual property.

If you are the winning bidder for a silent auction item, we would like you to pick up the item(s) at an agreed upon date and time after the event at the Conservancy Nature Center. Please contact Jessica Schultz at JessicaS@Conservancy.org or 239-403-4228.

BY

EAGLE AWARD

The Conservancy of Southwest Florida bestowed its highest honor, the Eagle Award, to Sue Dalton. The award was presented at the Annual Meeting for members on January 17.

As a Naples resident, Sue Dalton has helped educate more than 150,000 visitors and 30,000 area students in 10 years at the Conservancy of Southwest Florida.

As the heart behind the creation of Magic Under the Mangroves, the successful fundraising event started 18 years ago and has raised $17 million for Conservancy programs.

She and her late husband William, who passed away in 2012, provided the leadership gift to help create the Dalton Discovery Center that opened in 2012, a centerpiece of the guest experience at the Conservancy’s Nature Center, which highlights Southwest Florida’s diverse ecosystems.

“Thousands of visitors, including many school groups, have learned about the region’s ecosystem and environment by touring the Discovery Center, and I’m pleased to support the comprehensive renovations and expansion that will further educate and engage Conservancy members and guests.”

In 2020, when the Conservancy announced that the Dalton Discovery Center would be renovated and expanded, Sue committed the lead gift towards the $5 million project, which reopened in late 2021.

“When we see challenges or needs, we are blessed to be able give back,” she said. “If we don’t protect what we have, we are going to lose it. We need more people to be involved. We must take action in order to make a difference.”

“If we don’t protect what we have, we are going to lose it.”

- Sue Dalton

MARCH 07 2024

CONSERVANCY OF SOUTHWEST FLORIDA MAGIC UNDER THE MANGROVES NAPLES, FLORIDA