2014 GCUSA Annual Charity Auction Catalog

Game Conservancy USA

28TH ANNUAL CHARITY AUCTION TO BENEFIT THE GAME & WILDLIFE CONSERVATION TRUST

NOVEMBER 18TH, 2014 UNIVERSITY CLUB ONE WEST 54TH ST. • NEW YORK, NY 10019

SPECIAL GUEST, TERESA DENT CHIEF EXECUTIVE, GAME AND WILDLIFE CONSERVATION TRUST 6:00 COCKTAILS • 7:30 LIVE AUCTION • BUSINESS ATTIRE Catalog online at ibidmobile.net/gcusa

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PATRO N H.R.H. The Duke of Edinburgh, KG, KT, OM, GBE CHAI RMAN O F TH E TRU S T E E S I.S. Coghill C HI E F E XE C U TI V E Teresa Dent, BSc, FRAgS VICE C HAI RME N O F TH E TR U S T E E S H.R. Oliver-Bellasis, FRAgS The Hon. P.D.P. Astor R.A. Wills PRE SI DE N T The Most Hon. the Marquess of Salisbury, PC, DL V I C E PRE SI DE N TS His Grace The Duke of Wellington, KG, LVO, OBE, MC H.C. Hoare R.S. Clarke, MA G.C.W. Baron van Tuyll van Serooskerken Sir Rudolph Agnew J.E. Marchington, FRICS J.R. Greenwood, MBE, DL Sir Max Hastings, FRSL, FRHistS.,DL The Lord Barnard, TD M.J.C. Stone C.S.R. Stroyan His Grace the Duke of Westminster, KG, CB, OBE, TD, CD, DL D.T.C. Caldow J.R.K. Bowdidge, BSc, ARICS A.W.M. Christie-Miller, DL C.R. Connell The Earl Peel, GCVO, DL M.H. Hudson I. Haddon R.W. Miller Edward Hay, Director

GA M E CO NS ERVA NCY U SA

B OARD OF TRU STE E S Mr. Bruce D. Sargent, President Mr. John M.B. O’Connor, Treasurer Mr. John A. Cahill, Secretary Mr. John Argenti Mr. Donald G. Calder Ambassador Edward E. Elson Mr. J. Pepe Fanjul Mr. David L. Goodman Mr. Randall A. Greene Dr. Alfonso Lledo-Perez Mr. Frank A. Miller Mr. Ralph Morgan Mrs. Janet Crawford Nolan Mr. Arturo Peralta-Ramos Mr. David G. Santry Mr. Edward L. Shugrue III Mr. William T. Vogt, Jr. ADV I SO R Y C O MMI TTEE Teresa Dent, BSc, FRAgS Chief Executive, Game and Wildlife Conservation Trust The Hon. Philip Astor Mr. Chris Batha Dr. John Carroll Mr. A.W.M. Christie-Miller, DL Mr. Duncan Clark Mr. Charles W. Conger Mr. Roger Mitchell Mr. Joseph Prather Mr. Richard Purdey

Mr. Robert S. Hatch, Director

Welcome to the 28th Annual Auction to benefit the Game and Wildlife

Conservation Trust. Please take a moment to read Chairman Ian Coghill’s and Chief Executive Teresa Dent’s update below. On behalf of the Trustees of GCUSA, thank you for your continued support of this important work. We hope you will enjoy the evening.

Bruce D. Sargent, President, GCUSA

Dear American Friends of Game and Wildlife Conservation; We are delighted to welcome you to our 2014 New York auction, and want to send the warmest possible thanks to Bruce Sargent, his excellent team of trustees and, Robyn Hatch who do such wonderful work for us in the USA. As Chairman and Chief Executive, we spend our time looking forward, to anticipate the next challenge and opportunity. When we look back, however, we see most clearly how much has changed in recent years.

The Game Conservancy has always espoused a policy of wildlife management, and this is now the very policy adopted in Scotland and England, and increasingly in Wales. It replaces simple species protection, which on its own is not enough. One of the most noticeable and recent shifts is a growing consensus among conservationists that we cannot achieve species recovery for ground nesting birds, the grey partridge among them, without protecting them from predators.

This policy shift is profound. It means we move from the passive to the active, from expecting nature to find a balance, to making informed choices about the balance we want, from stepping back, to stepping up, and from making a fuss about problems, to enacting solutions.

The Game Conservancy exists both to research and put into practice the solutions that will achieve our mission of a thriving countryside, rich in game and wildlife. It is our job to persuade everyone who works on the land, to do the right thing for nature. The fact that we have witnessed a profound change in attitude over the last few years is an enormous tribute to the hard work of our professional staff, and to the commitment and generosity of our individual supporters and donors. On behalf of the Trust and its scientific team would like to thank Game Conservancy USA for your continued and critical support of our conservation initiatives.

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Teresa Dent, Chief Executive

BID D ING – PLE AS E RE AD Auction updates will be available on-line prior to the auction date at ibidmobile. net/gcusa. Below are bidding instructions if are not planning to attend in person.

LIVE AUCTION – ABSENTEE & PHONE BIDDING To place an absentee bid for the live auction please use the format of the bid form, below. Include your name, address, phone number and e-mail address. For each item that you would like to bid on, include the lot number and item description, and provide us of your maximum bid.

Absentee bids, submitted in writing, by phone, or via e-mail, are accepted as legal and binding contracts to purchase the described items. Successful bidders will be notified verbally or by e-mail within 2 days following the auction. Absentee bids may be submitted via e-mail to info@gcusa.org or via phone at (203) 661-5959.

Phone bidding during the live auction may be arranged by calling the office in advance. All arrangements and bid forms must be received by Friday, November 14th, and acknowledged by a representative of GCUSA. SILENT AUCTION - ibidmobile.net/gcusa Silent auction items will be available for bidding in an online auction format beginning 1 week prior to the auction and concluding shortly after the close of the live auction. To bid go to ibidmobile.net/gcusa and follow the instructions.

Auction items will be released upon receipt of payment. Payments for silent auction items can be made the night of the auction via check or credit card and are expected within 30 days after the auction.

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LIVE AUCTION All catalog information is current as of press date but subject to change prior to the live auction. Updates will be available online at ibidmobile.net/gcusa beginning November 10th.

Join us for the exciting live auction set to begin at 7:30 pm at the University Club, 1 West 54th St. New York, NY 10019.

GCUSA gratefully acknowledges the generous assistance of Mr. Eli Rodriguez of Sotheby’s with this evening’s live auction.

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UNITED KINGDOM LIVE AUCTION LOTS

Lot #1 Gloucestershire Charlton Abbots, Northwick Park and Rockcliffe

Lot #5 North Yorkshire Gunnerside Bolton Castle Conistone/Grassington

Lot #3 Berkshire

The Royal Windsor Great Park, Yattendon and Rycote

Lot #4 Dorset

Abbotsbury Crichel & a third location

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LOT 1 3 days for 8 guns to shoot in Gloucestershire at Charlton Abbots, Northwick Park and Rockcliffe Kindly donated by Mr. Tristan Bailey, Mr. Ian Bond and anonymously To be taken December 10-12th, 2015 The first day’s shooting will take place on Thursday 10th December 2015 on the Charlton Abbots, situated in the beautiful valley above Winchcombe and the famous Sudeley Castle (the home of Catherine Parr, the only wife to survive Henry VIII). The Estate is some 3,500 acres and has a variety of terrain, some very steep, and has an excellent reputation for showing good sporting birds with an expected day’s bag of 300. Elevenses and lunch included.

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The second day’s shooting will be on Friday 11th December 2015 at the Northwick Park which has been kindly donated by Mr. Ian Bond. The Estate is set in the midst of the Cotswolds and is considered to be one of the finest shoots in Central England, with Northwick’s challenging sporting drives having played host to many of the finest guns. Elevenses and lunch included; expected bag of 300.

The third day’s shooting will be over the Rockcliffe Estate on Saturday 12th December 2015. Rockcliffe sits in the heart of the Cotswolds in Gloucestershire, close to the popular market towns of Stow-on-the-Wold and Bourton-on-the-Water. The River Eye runs through the centre of the estate - the river valley, and the mature woods surrounding it, provide the backdrop for some very exciting pheasant drives. Rockcliffe is a private family shoot and this lot represents a very rare chance to experience a wonderful day on an estate which is immaculately maintained and in beautiful surroundings. Anticipated bag to be 300 birds. Elevenses and lunch included.

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LOT 2 2 days stalking red stag on the private finca of His Grace The Duke of Westminster La Garganta, Spain Kindly donated by His Grace The Duke of Westminster To be taken in late September 2015 A unique opportunity for up to four guns to shoot 8 to 10 “Medal Quality Trophy Heads” at the personal preserve of the Duke of Westminster in late September 2014. La Garganta, located 3 ½ hours south of Madrid, is never hunted commercially and surrounded by 35,000 acres of private and unspoiled terrain. The savannahs of the preserve are habitat to stunning and world record stag; 30+ pointers are not uncommon to encounter on the Finca. Includes 4 rifles for 2 days and accommodation in His Grace’s private guest residence.

Among the most popular GCUSA destinations, Trustees John Cahill, Alfonso Lledo-Perez, Janet Nolan, Bruce Sargent, David Santry, and Ed Shugrue are recent visitors and can attest to its sport.

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LOT 3 3 days for 8 guns at The Royal Windsor Great Park, Yattendon and Rycote Kindly donated by His Royal Highness Prince Philip, Lord Iliffe and Mr. Bernard Taylor To be taken at a mutually convenient date in Nov/December 2015.

The first day will take place in Windsor Great Park which has since the mid-13th Century been reserved for the Royal Family’s shooting parties.

This historic part of the Crown Estate sweeps across 5000 acres of prime forest and parkland, providing the setting for a day’s shooting of 200 – 250 pheasant and partridge thanks to the kind generosity of His Royal Highness Prince Philip who has allowed this rare opportunity for which we are deeply honored. Lunch will also be provided.

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The second day is a day’s driven pheasant shooting at Yattendon by kind permission of Lord Iliffe. The day will take place on the Iliffe family’s 9,000 acre estate at Yattendon on the Berkshire downs, 50 miles west of London. The day includes lunch at the shooting lodge which was specially built by the First Lord Iliffe in 1927. The day offered for 8 single guns to shoot 300 pheasants and partridges.

The third day will take place at Rycote by kind permission of Bernard Taylor. The offer is for 8 guns to shoot 250 birds on the historic Rycote Estate in Oxfordshire. The day will be made up of pheasant and partridge and there may be a chance of duck flighting on the day though not promised. Rycote Park is 27 miles from central London and 12 miles from Heathrow. Lunch and tea will be provided.

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LOT 4 3 days for 8 guns in Dorset at Abbotsbury, Crichel, with a third day to be confirmed, and 3 night’s accommodation for guns and spouses at Encombe Kindly donated by Charlotte and James Townshend, Mr. Richard L. Chilton, Jr., and James and Arabella Gaggero To be taken November/December 2015 One of Dorset’s great and historic houses, Encombe, is an early 18th century home situated in a magnificent park on the World Heritage coast of the Isle of Purbeck. It has recently undergone a major refurbishment, bringing it up to date with all the 21st century comforts.

The first day’s shooting will be at Abbotsbury, half an hour’s drive south of Parnham. This provides for an exciting day of shooting with a dramatic backdrop on a World Heritage coastline. The shoot is strategically placed to take advantage of the rolling countryside, providing challenging shooting to test the most experienced of shots, with an expected bag of 300 pheasants.

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The Abbotsbury Estate, a former monastic holding, dates from the early 16th century.

Subjected to Henry VIII’s Dissolution of the Monasteries, the Estate was acquired by Sir Giles Strangways (a Commissioner for the Dissolution) has remained in the same family since that time.

Lunch and tea will be taken in the new shooting lodge affording a panoramic view of the English coastline. Mid-morning snacks will be served in the field where the current owner, Charlotte Townshend, hopes to join the shooting party. This is a very special opportunity to enjoy a private family shoot on one of the finest Estates in England.

The second day’s shooting will be over the Crichel Estate, set in a stunning part of Dorset, north of Poole. The estate is comprised of hills and valleys, rolling arable land and mature woodland, which provide for an exciting mix of pheasant and partridge drives. There is an established shoot with a wide variety of drives to suit the time of year and conditions, ensuring that guns will always have a challenging and fulfilling day. Elevenses and lunch will be provided, with an expected bag of 300 birds.

Crichel is a private family shoot and this represents an extremely rare opportunity to enjoy a fabulous day at a renowned shoot in a beautiful part of Dorset in South West England. Lunch will be provided in the shoot room of Crichel House. The house was described by John Julius Norwich as possessing “the most spectacular series of state rooms in all Dorset”, and which featured in the 1996 film adaptation of Jane Austen’s Emma starring Gwyneth Paltrow.

The third day’s shooting, the details of which will be finally confirmed, will also take place among the tumbling hills and unspoiled countryside of Dorset, with an expected bag of 300 pheasants.

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LOT 5 3 day’s grouse shooting for 9 double guns in North Yorkshire on Gunnerside at Bolton Castle and at Conistone & Grassington Moors Kindly donated by Mr. Robert Miller, Mr. Hans Kremmel & Lord Bolton To be Taken October 13th-15th, 2015 The first day will be on Tuesday 13th October 2015 at the Bolton Estate near Leyburn, North Yorkshire where there is world class shooting, particularly for grouse. There are 5,000 acres of heather moorland managed primarily as grouse moors, which has preserved this stunning and iconic landscape as well as the huge diversity of wildlife that can only flourish on well-keepered moorland, including many non-game species, such as a range of waders, ouzels, dunlin, stone chats, birds of prey and song birds. The moorland is managed in agreement with Natural England and has membership of The Moorland Association. The day will include lunch and afternoon tea, anticipated bag to be 100 brace.

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The second day will take place at Gunnerside on Wednesday 14th October 2015. Regarded as one of the great moors of England, Gunnerside covers 30,000 acres of North Yorkshire and the deep, sheer valleys challenge the finest shots. This will be a 50 – 100 brace driven grouse day for double guns with lunch and afternoon tea included. Over 10,000 brace have been shot so far this year.

The third day will take place on Thursday 15th October 2015 at Conistone & Grassington Moor. The day will include elevenses and lunch, together with argocat use. Loaders will be available if required; gratuities and cartridges are not included. Anticipated bag to be 50 – 100 brace. The days may need to be rolled forward to the 2016 season in the event of insufficient numbers.

Conveniently reached from Manchester or Newcastle.

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SILENT AUCTION If you can not attend this year’s live auction on November 18th, bids for silent items may be placed on-line at ibidmobile.net/gcusa

LOT 101 Inverness shotgun by CT Shotgun Kindly provided by The Connecticut Shotgun Manufacturing Co. Inverness Special Round Body 20 gauge over/under with 30� barrels.

A round elegant, classic and timeless design that is more than the sum of its parts, featuring beautifully sculptured and elongated top and bottom tang, side ribs over the forearm, trigger plate action, file cut rib, TruLock chokes, gorgeous exhibition American black walnut capped pistol grip stock, TruOil finish, thin red recoil pad, single selective trigger, long tang trigger guard, automatic ejectors, automatic safety, vent rib, spectacular game scenes featuring a setter on one side and a pointer on the other with miniature rose & scroll engraving covering the rest of the receiver. The frame is French grayed and plasma hardened.

May be picked up at Connecticut Shotgun in Hartford.

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SPORTING EVENTS & TRAVEL LOT 102 3 days shooting and 3 nights lodging for 4 guns at Pica Zuro Lodge, Cordoba, Argentina Kindly provided By David Denies Wingshooting Valid until November 18th, 2015 - subject to availability Three days of eared dove shooting at Pica Zuro Lodge, a David Denies property lnown for exceptional comfort, proximity to natural resources, outstanding hospitality, and a convenient location 60 miles north of Cordoba City International Airport. Each day will begin with a hearty breakfast and short drive to the shoot. After a mid-day break featuring a barbecue lunch served under a comfortable safari tent, your party may shoot in the afternoon, until dusk. This package includes room and board for 3 nights, meals and beverages (alcoholic and non-alcohol), transfers to and from the field, and field guides. Not included: airfare, airport transfers ($195pp), licenses ($65/day), gun entry permits, gun rentals ($70/day), cartridges ($13/box) & tipping. www.daviddenies.com

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LOT 103 3 days/4 nights Bahamas bonefishing for 2 at Abaco Lodge Kindly provided by Nervous Waters Fly Fishing Valid until November 18th, 2015 - subject to availability The “Marls of Abaco” are a vast expanse of prime Bonefish wilderness, situated along the western shore of Great Abaco Island, in the Bahamas.

Abaco Island has more than 400 square miles of flats, none better known than the Marls. They have long been known by well traveled bone-fishermen, as one of the most unique and productive fisheries in the world.

Nervous Waters’ acclaimed Abaco Lodge is centrally located directly on the Marls side of the island, with unrivaled access to the flats. For twenty miles the average depth is four feet. A bone-fisherman couldn’t ask for a better backyard. It would take a lifetime to fish the entire Marls, however Abaco also offers some incredible fishing on the eastern ocean side of the island, for those in pursuit of bigger, harder fish.

Package includes lodging, meals, beverages, transfers, and guides.

Not Included: Airfare, Ground transportation to the lodge ($200pp), fishing equipment. www.nervouswaters.com

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LOT 104 4 days/3 nights for 2 at Casa de Campo La Romana, Dominican Republic Kindly donated by the Fanjul Family and Florida Crystals Corporation Valid April 19th, 2015 - December 20th, 2015, subject to availability Enjoy a three night getaway for two at “The Caribbean Most Complete Resort,” including: • Accommodations in a spacious elite room for two persons for four days and three nights at Casa De Campo • Round-trip La Romana airport transfers • A gas-powered touring cart to breeze around the resort • Unlimited horseback riding, tennis, non-motorized water sports and one round of sporting clays per person, per day www.casadecampo.com.do

Reservations are subject to availability; No date extensions. This trip is not redeemable for cash and may not be applied as credit to an existing reservation. The purchaser of this package is responsible for paying applicable tax and service charges. Specified package components may not be exchanged for other resort services, and unused features are nonrefundable. Golf courses undergo landscaping from mid-May through September each year. Please be sure to request tee-times in advance of your arrival. ibidmobile.net/gcusa - 21 -

LOT 105 1 day shooting instruction for up to 4 at Chris Batha Shooting Solutions with accommodation for 1 night at Pine Hill Plantation Kindly donated by Chris Batha and Doug Coe, Pine Hill Plantation Package must be taken by November 2015, subject to availability Chris Batha Shooting Solutions for Wing and Clay will provide a day at the Clays and Quail School for two with renowned game shot, author and shooting instructor Chris Batha. Chris serves on the Advisory Board of GCUSA. The Clays and Quail School is hosted at Pine Hill Plantation in Donalsonville, GA, known for its vintage Georgia quail hunting from horseback and mule-drawn wagons. Endorsed by both ORVIS and Beretta, Pine Hill Plantation is conveniently reached from the Albany GA or Tallahassee FL airports.

The morning Clays School includes all clays, on-site transportation, videotaping and instruction at the 5 stand and skeet range, followed by a traditional southern hunting lunch. In the afternoon, Chris will accompany hunters in the field with their guides and hunting dogs for instruction on shooting Quail.

Included: the cost of the guides, transport, and pointing and retrieving dogs. Not included: cartridges and tipping. Additional accommodations are available at Pine Hill Plantation or in the local Bainbridge, GA area. Shotguns are available for rent, if needed.

Trip dates may be extended, subject to schedule availability. www.chrisbatha.com www.pinehillplantation.com

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LOT 106 Flighted duck release for 2 guns at Mashomack Fish & Game Preserve Kindly provided by Mr. Bruce Sargent To be taken on a mutually convenient date in the 2014/15 shooting season Mashomack Preserve Club’s flighted duck releases features fast and highflying ducks presented in the most sporting fashion, providing a superior test of gunners’ skills. This lot is for two pegs, each accommodating a single gun. The day will begin at 8:00 with a wonderful hunt breakfast served before the start. Guests will enjoy the traditional half-time break as well as the hearty lunch back at the clubhouse, with wine selected by host Bruce Sargent. www.mashomackclub.com

LOT 107 Quail hunting for 2 at Bray’s Island Plantation, with 3 nights accommodation Kindly donated by Mr. Paul Burton, Bray’s Island Plantation Valid though March 14th, 2015; dates subject to availability Stay at the historic Bray’s Island Inn amongst 5,500 private acres in South Carolina’s Low Country. Includes lodging, meals and two guided morning quail hunts. On-site fly fishing, sporting clay’s, riding and fitness facilities available. www.braysisland.com

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LOT 108 Driven shooting instruction & pheasant drive with Keith Lupton & Dr. Alfonso Lledo-Perez Kindly provided by Dr. Alfonso Lledo-Perez To be taken in November and December 2015 Renowned game-shooting instructor and gun-fitter Keith Lupton will provide two private 90-minute sessions of shooting instruction in November 2015, and accompany the successful bidder at a live pheasant drive at Pawling Mountain Club in December 2015.

The successful bidder will receive two 90-minute sessions, tailored for either the beginning or experienced shooter, with shooting coach Keith Lupton in November or early December 2015 at a shooting club location and time of mutual convenience near the NYC metropolitan area. Using clay targets, the 2 training session will cover the aspects of driven shooting including technique, etiquette, and double gun use.

Upon completion, the participant will join Keith and Dr. Lledo-Perez, also an accomplished game and clay shooter, for a pheasant drive in December 2015 at the Pawling Mountain Club in Pawling NY, followed by lunch back at the clubhouse. Includes all club fees, clay targets and ammunition.

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LOT 109 One Day shooting school for 2 guns at ORVIS Sandanona, or Manchester VT Kindly Provided by ORVIS Based on the English Churchill method, ORVIS’s approach to shotgunning offers both the novice and the seasoned veteran a complete shooting system that can be used for upland and waterfowl hunting and sporting clays.

The fundamentals of the Orvis system include stance, footwork, gun handling, swing, visual concentration, proper gun mount, and correct fit of the gun stock.

Orvis shooting instructors are consummate professionals, beside you at every shot quietly analyzing and improving your style. Participants are grouped according to their level of skill and experience, and treated to a uniquely designed, fully automated instruction area that provides a full array of clay target angles.

The one-day school includes complimentary gun fitting, comprehensive shooting instruction, all targets and ammunition, lunch, and a copy of the Orvis Wingshooting Handbook. The use of an Orvis shotgun is available at no additional charge if desired.

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LOT 110 A guided walk-up hunt at The Mashomack Preserve Club for up to 4 people, plus lunch Kindly donated by the Mashomack Preserve Club To be taken prior to March 31st, 2015 at a date to be mutually agreed upon.

Field hunts provide a wide range of quarry in season. A group of up to 4 experienced shooters will accompany our excellent guides and their dogs on a hunt for up to 25 birds. Lunch is included; Participants will be responsible for cash gratuities to the guides for the day. www.mashomackclub.com

LOT 111 Guided turkey hunt with overnight accommodation and dinner for 1 at Ten Mile River Preserve in Dover Plains New York Kindly donated by Mr. Randall Greene To be taken Spring 2015 on a date to be mutually agreed upon You will join GCUSA Trustee Randy Greene for dinner and overnight stay at the private Ten Mile River Preserve located in Dover Plains NY, about 90 minutes north of NYC. You’ll awake at 3:30 AM the next morning and join your field guide and Mr. Greene to take up positions awaiting the largest and wiliest wild turkeys in Eastern New York! www.tmrp.org

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LOT 112 A round of sporting clays for 4 shooters with lunch at Ten Mile River Preserve Kindly donated by Ten Mile River Preserve To be taken Spring 2015 on a date to be mutually agreed upon Ten Mile River Preserve, a private club for the outdoor enthusiast located in Dover Plains, Dutchess County, NY, consists of over 3,000 acres of upland terrain, hardwood ridges and lakes, through which flows the Ten Mile River. The Club offers a world-class 25 station sporting clays course using double traps that duplicate a wide variety of wing shooting situations.

LOT 113 Round of sporting clays at Pawling Mountain, with shooting instruction and game luncheon for 4 People Kindly donated by The Pawling Mountain Club Good through October 2015 The Pawling Mountain Club in Pawling NY, an hour North of New York City, offers a challenging sporting clays course situated on scenic and undulating terrain. Enjoy a specially prepared game lunch in the expansive log home clubhouse, with scenic mountaintop views of the Catskills and adjacent Appalachian Trail National Park. Includes all beverages and gratuities.

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LOT 114 Round of golf for 3 at Trump National Golf Club Bedminster with lunch Kindly donated and hosted by Mr. Gates Hawn Date to be agreed on in 2015 Trump National Golf Club, Bedminster has received international accolades since opening in 2004. The layout stretches 7,560 yards from the championship tees, and was designed by Tom Fazio. Since opening it has been consistently recognized as one of the top 100 Golf Courses in America by Golf Magazine. The Old Course compliments the extraordinary topography of the property with undulating greens and the boldly shaped bunkers. The course features a wonderful variety of holes across the open fields of the old farm, over and around numerous lakes and through magnificent groves of trees. Your host Gates Hawn will accompany three of you on a mutually acceptable date between May and September 2015, and will provide lunch back at the clubhouse. www.trumpnationalbedminster.com

LOT 115 Round of golf for 3 at Winged Foot Golf Club Kindly donated and hosted by Mr. Dermod O. Sullivan Date to be agreed on in 2015 Located in Mamaroneck, NY, Winged Foot has hosted the U.S. Open on 5 occasions since its opening in 1921. Designed by A.W. Tillinghast, the course consistently places near the top of Golf Digest’s rankings. Dermod O. Sullivan, member and archivist for the club, will be the fourth player and provide lunch at the clubhouse, and drinks following. Caddy fees and gratuities not included. www.wfgc.org - 28 - ibidmobile.net/gcusa

LOT 116 Round of golf for 3 at Roxiticus Golf Club with lunch Kindly donated and hosted by Mr. Robert Ford Date to be agreed on in 2015 Located in Mendham NJ Roxiticus Golf Club is one of the finest private clubs in New Jersey, whose rich history that can be traced back to 1694 and the Minnisink Indians’ council meetings, hence the name Roxiticus, a meeting place. By 1900, the area was known as “Millionaires’ Mountain”, a reference to the eminent and wealthy inhabitants.

Roxiticus features a stunning and challenging golf course designed

by Hal Purdy, complete with woodlands, brooks, wildlife, and breathtaking views. Robert Ford will be the 4th player in the group and will provide lunch at the clubhouse. www.roxiticus.com

LOT 117 (2) NY Knicks Tickets Kindly donated by Mr. Ronald Beck SUNDAY, NOVEMBER 30TH, 2014 GAME These premier tickets are for the November 30, 2014 game against the Miami Heat. The game is on Sunday night the 30th at 7:30 p.m. The seats include access to the private lounge where unlimited food and non-alcoholic beverages are available. They are in the 3rd row courtside, behind Spike Lee’s seats (Knick fans knows exactly where Spike Lee sits on the court!). ibidmobile.net/gcusa - 29 -

LOT 118 A peg for 2 Guns at GCUSA’s Annual Winter Shoot, Mashomack Preserve Provided by GCUSA To be taken on Saturday March 7th, 2015 Mashomack Preserve Club’s tower shoots feature high and fast flying pheasants presented in the most sporting fashion, providing a superior test of gunners’ skills.

This lot is for a single peg, accommodating one or two guns. The shoot features a 1,000 pheasant release and is limited to 36 guns The day will begin at 8:00 with a wonderful hunt breakfast and guests will enjoy the traditional half-time break as well as a hearty lunch back in the clubhouse, paired with selected wines. www.mashomackclub.com

CLOTHING & ACCESSORIES LOT 200 & 201 Woolen shooting coats

by Carter’s Country Wear Kindly donated by Jeremy Shaw, Carter’s Country Wear Sturdily constructed men’s shooting coat, with a 100% wool exterior in Johnston’s of Elgin Estate olive tweed, waterproof Gore Tex lining, and felt collar. Zippered and snap buttoned front, 2 exterior flap and 2 slit pockets. Made in England to the highest standard. Men’s size 46L, or will ship in men’s or women’s size to suit. www.carterscountrywear.com - 30 - ibidmobile.net/gcusa

LOT 202 Leather cartridge bag

by William & Son, London Kindly donated by William & Son, London High quality 100 Cartridge leather bag with canvas shoulder strap and buckle fastening by William & Son, London. www.williamandson.com

LOT 203 Men’s waxed wool shooting jacket by Beretta Kindly donated by Beretta Madison Avenue Waxed wool shooting jacket with waxed cotton details. The waxed wool lifestyle line is a blend of technology and comfort. It combines the classic soft feel of wool with the benefits of a waxed finish. The result is a waterrepellent garment that has all the benefits of wool. Features Beretta recoil pad in waxed cotton with diamond stitches, front patch pocket in waxed cotton with Beretta triangle closure, corduroy collar knitted cuffs, back biswing and back slits. May be exchanged for size at the Beretta Gallery. www.beretta.com

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LOT 204 $750 Gift Certificate at Katherine Hooker Kindly donated by Katherine Hooker Redeemable in the United States Katherine Hooker is a British company specializing in custom-made coats and jackets, and a growing Ready-to-Wear collection. Each piece is individually made in England from the finest tweeds, wools and cashmeres found in the British Isles. Katherine Hooker believes that customers should be able to import their own signature style on beautiful classics, and our customers form a community that shares an appreciation for beauty, quality and artisan authenticity. Among the brand’s loyal customers: Meryl Streep, Kate and Pippa Middleton, Zoe Saldana, Taylor Swift, Kelly Rutherford and Cat Deeley. Katherine Hooker is pleased to support GCUSA with this donation! www.katherinehooker.com

LOT 205 Ostrich cartridge bag by William Evans Kindly donated by Ralph Morgan Hand made and beautifully crafted ostrich and leather cartridge bag (100) with brass fittings and clasp by William Evans, London, includes two straps affording alternate carry options. Unlined and unmarked, may be monogrammed.

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LOT 206 Purdey brushed cotton shooting vest Kindly donated by Mr. & Mrs. Charles Schneible, British Sporting Arms On milder days your outerwear need be nothing more than a twill vest over a shirt and tie. Purdey’s shooting vest has loden gun patches with internal recoil pads adjustable for left- or right-handed shots. Two expandable, loden-trimmed pockets provide easy access to cartridges. Waist adjustment at the back encourages a neat fit. Horn buttons throughout. Made in England. Size 48R may be exchanged for size. www.bsaltd.com

LOT 207 Holland & Holland men’s leather shooting gloves Kindly provided by Holland & Holland Men’s olive green leather shooting gloves

by Holland & Holland, size 10. Right hand index finger may be folded back and held by small magnet for easy trigger access. May be exchanged for size at the NY store, depending on availability. www.hollandandholland.com

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LOT 208 Shooting vest by John Field Kindly donated by Janet Nolan This elegant shooting waistcoat constructed with 100% dry wax cotton is worn over a shirt in warmer temperatures or over a fleece in fresher temperatures. Magnetic closable pockets allow easy cartridge access and facilitate flap manipulation. Comfort pockets are located under the front pockets. The highvisibility flaps render the garment elegant and comfortable when closed. When opened, the fluorescent orange parts enhance visibility if desired. Men’s size small – not returnable. www.johnfield.eu

LOT 209 $500 Gift Certificate at Charlotte Brody Kindly donated by Mr. & Mrs. John Argenti Must be applied by February 28th, 2015 Charlotte Brody, founded by Jennifer Argenti, provides elegant and modern clothing that allows clients to choose the fabrication of their piece among a selection of Italian cashmere, silk, linen and tweed, with hand embroidery available by the same embellishers who work for renowned houses such as Chloe, Lanvin and Valentino. After many requests by her clients, a ready to wear collection is now available. Charlotte Brody readyto-wear retains the attention to detail of the custom line, but is more accessible and can be worn with a bit more ease. Both collections are “Made in America” and ready-to-wear is now available for purchase on-line. Gift certificate is good on full-priced merchandise.

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LOT 210 Woman’s cotton scarf Kindly provided by Holland & Holland Women’s cotton scarf square in a red dog’s tooth pattern, new this season exclusively at Holland and Holland. www.hollandandholland.com

LOT 211 Beaufort jacket and cashmere scarf by Barbour Kindly donated by Barbour - Madison Avenue The Barbour waxed jacket in olive features two front bellows pockets with snap storm flaps and two moleskin–lined hand warmer pockets. Concealed zip–up wallet pocket, full–width rear game and cartridge pocket with side zips. Full-length cotton tartan lining and corduroy collar studded for an optional hood. Snap–close throat flap and storm–fly front provide additional protection. Provided with matching tartan scarf. May be exchanged for size at Barbour, 1047 Madison Avenue www.barbour.com

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LOT 212 - 214 3 silk ties Kindly donated by Holland & Holland Three sporting ties in vibrant colors: (212) Red cartridges on green; (213) English mixed game on purple; (214) “Boxing Hares” in magenta. Offered individually. www.hollandandholland.com 212

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LOT 215 “Gone Shooting” by Holland and Holland Kindly provided by Holland & Holland Be sure to let your guests know where they can find you with your wooden ‘Gone Shooting’ plaque in Holland & Holland traditional green. www.hollandandholland.com

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LOT 216 Cashmere and Silk Shawl, by Yuta Powell Kindly donated by Yuta Powell Salon, Madison Ave. Light beige woman’s shawl with a feather motif made of cashmere and silk www.yutapowell.com

WINE & SPIRITS LOT 302 Speyburn 25 year old single malt, in presentation box Kindly donated by Ralph Morgan and Mel Spivak Speyburn 25 Year Old is a whisky of rare quality. The finest Scottish spirit is matured for a quarter of a century in American white oak Fino sherry and bourbon casks carefully selected by the distillery manager Robert Anderson. This slow process produces a multi-award winning single malt whisky of exceptional depth, complexity and balance.

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LOT 303 Magnum of 2003 Dancing Hares Kindly donated by Paula Brooks, Dancing Hares Vineyard The inaugural estate vintage, 2003 Dancing Hares was first released in 2011 and has evolved into an alluring, graceful example of what this special vineyard can deliver. The wine has developed a very attractive bottle bouquet, with aromas of dried sage, fresh thyme, and exotic hardwood, mingling with deep, ripe berry aromas. The tannins have softened and rounded with time, and bring a soft, silky entry on the palate. The dense fruit at the wine’s core lingers, leaving a mouth-watering, complex finish. This wine has arrived at an exciting time in its evolution, and should continue to develop well in the near future. Blend: 47% Cabernet Sauvignon, 34% Merlot, 19% Cabernet Franc. Aging: Aged for 22 months in 85% new French Oak barrels.

LOTS 304 – 309 A Selection of Fine Wines Kindly donated by Mr. Edward Shugrue and Mr. Bruce D. Sargent GCUSA Trustees Ed Shugrue and Bruce Sargent have combed their wine cellars to specially select these offerings for this year’s GCUSA Auction. Bottles will be offered individually; please see the on-line catalog at ibidmobile.net/gcusa prior to the auction date for specific details.

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JEWELRY, ARTWORK & BOOKS LOT 401 Hand engraved XIKAR cigar cutter Kindly donated & engraved by Geoffroy Gournet XIKAR Model 300CF Xi3 spring-loaded double guillotine design in carbon fiber and steel. Beautifully hand engraved in a scroll design and signed by the artist. www.gournetusa.com

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LOT 402 English pheasant silver and sapphire cuff links Kindly donated by Right and Left Cuff links showing a detailed study of a mature cock Pheasant. You will recognize this bird as a wily survivor of one or maybe two seasons. With real sapphire eyes and beautifully engraved tail feathers and wattles, this latest design shows our usual attention to real life detail. www.rightandleft.co.uk

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LOT 403 Grouse cuff links by Holland & Holland Kindly donated

by Holland and Holland Solid sterling silver is used for these beautifully crafted and detailed grouse with wingback design for easy use. Each pair comes with our own unique assay stamp.

LOT 404 Pen and Ink Sketches – 2 Turkeys, signed framed by the artist CD Clarke Kindly donated by CD Clarke Two pen and ink drawings of wild turkey gobblers that CD did for an article

by Terry Wieland in Grays Sporting Journal last year. Originally on an 8x10 sheet of bristol board together, they have been split and framed as two separate miniatures and signed by the artist. www.cdclarke.com

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LOT 405 Game Book & Album Kindly donated by Janet Nolan This magnificent volume produced by Charles Merullo in England, combines the artwork of 14 leading British wildlife artists including Berrisford Hill, Richard Robjent, Simon Gudgeon and Jonathan Sainsbury, with charts and album pages permitting the owner to record the details of their own game days, with space for photos and journal entries. Measures 16” x 12”

LOT 406 Silver Cuff Bracelet with Giraffe Hair Kindly donated by Mr. Carlos Alvarez and Mr. Raul Alvarez, Xiraffa “Fogo” sterling silver cuff with real Giraffe hair, custom made by Xiraffa. www.xiraffa.com

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UNITED KINGDOM EXCURSIONS Frequently Asked Questions Will I need to bring to my gun? For most shooting excursions to the UK, you will need to bring your own gun. A permit for each gun is required, which can be arranged through the Game & Wildlife Conservation Trust (GWCT).

For certain shooting locales near London, guns can be rented.

Are these shoots commercially available? These shoots are private and normally unobtainable on the open market.

What expenses are not included in the trip price? The following expenses are not included: Transportation to the shooting destination, tipping, (typically £100/Day), and cartridges.

What transportation is provided? If the shoot involves travel to more than one location, the host will make the local travel arrangements.

Are spouses allowed on the shoot? Yes, spouses may accompany the shooter on the peg.

Are there activities for non-shooting spouses? This will depend on location, but usually trips to nearby metropolitan centers for sightseeing and/or shopping can be arranged.

Are the dates of the shooting trips flexible? As these events take place on private estates, the shooting dates are firm.

Payment terms: Payment for live auction items is expected within 45 days of the conclusion of the auction. If required, extension arrangements should be made with GCUSA office.

What part of the purchase price is tax-deductable? Contributions above the fair market value of the lots can be considered a tax-deductable contribution to the GCUSA. Fair market value is generally determined based on a seasonal ”cost per bird.”

Is there VAT tax assessed on the purchase price? No. UK excursions purchased at auction through the GCUSA/GWCT are not subject to the 20% VAT tax.

Are these trips subject to any letting or agent fees? No, unlike most driven shoots taken in the UK, these are not subject to a 10-15% ”letting” fee.

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SPECIAL THANKS (as of press date)

Mr. Carlos Alvarez and Mr. Raul Alvarez Xiraffa Mr. & Mrs. John Argenti Mr. Tristan Bailey Mr. Chris Batha Barbour Mr. Ron Beck Beretta Lord Bolton Dr. Philip Bonanno Mr. Ian Bond

Holland & Holland Katherine Hooker Lord Iliffe Mr. Hans Kremmel Dr. Alfonso Lledo-Perez Mashomack Preserve Club Mr. Robert Miller Mr. Ralph Morgan Nervous Waters Fly Fishing Mrs. Janet Nolan ORVIS Paul Hastings LLP

Ms. Paula Brooks Dancing Hares Vineyard

Pawling Mountain Club

Mr. Paul Burton Bray’s Island Plantation

His Royal Highness Prince Philip

Salon Yuta Powell

Mr. John Cahill

Right & Left

Mr. Richard L. Chilton, Jr.

Mr. Bruce D. Sargent

Mr. CD Clarke

Mr. & Mrs. Charles Schneible British Sporting Arms

Mr. Douglas R. Coe Pine Hill Plantation David Denies Wingshooting Fanjul Family Florida Crystals Corporation

Mr. Jeremy Shaw Carter’s Country Wear Mr. Edward L. Shugrue III Mr. Mel Spivak

Mr. Robert Ford

Mr. Dermod Sullivan

James & Arabella Gaggero

Ten Mile River Preserve Club

Mr. Anthony Galazan Connecticut Shotgun Mfg. Co.

Charlotte & James Townshend Mr. Bernard Taylor

Mr. Randall Greene

His Grace, The Duke of Westminster

Mr. Geoffrey Gournet

William & Son

Mr. Gates Hawn

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