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SAVE THE DATE

National Parks at Benaroya Hall WEDNESDAY, OCTOBER 23, 2019 Save the date! Washington’s National Park Fund, Anthony Spain and the Northwest Symphony Orchestra and The Musical Mountaineers will return to Benaroya Hall to celebrate Mount Rainier, North Cascades and Olympic National Parks through musical performances and big screen visuals.

Washington’s National Park Fund’s 2020 Spring Dinner and Auction SATURDAY, APRIL 25, 2020 Already thinking of next year’s Spring Dinner and Auction? We are!

Mark your calendars for another opportunity to mix and mingle with park staff and fellow park lovers while raising funds to celebrate and support Mount Rainier, North Cascades and Olympic National Parks!

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Schedule GIVING BACK TO MOUNT RAINIER, NORTH CASCADES AND OLYMPIC NATIONAL PARKS: SILENT AUCTIONS 1, 2 AND ALMOST LIVE 5:00 PM

Doors Open; Registration begins Silent Auction One, Silent Auction Two and Almost Live open

6:15 PM

Silent Auction One closes

6:30 PM

Silent Auction Two closes

6:40 PM

“Almost Live” Auction closes

6:50 PM

Dinner salads are served

6:55 PM

Our Backyard Rocks! A Brief Welcome Laurie Ward, Chief Executive Officer Washington’s National Park Fund

Perspectives from “The Other Washington” Reggie Chapple, Assistant Director Partnerships and Civil Engagement, National Park Service

7:30 PM

Kicking Off the Night – Amanda Westbrooke, Master of Ceremonies, Auctioneer Extraordinaire, Laura Michalek Heads or Tails Best of Live Drawing – Who’ll win? Which live item will they choose?

Let the Live Begin! - Live Auction Items 1 – 14 take the stage Brief Pause in the Live – Laurie Ward Acknowledging our Carolyn Dobbs Environmental Science Recipients

The Voice and Perspectives of a young Ranger Today – Annie Kilby Fund-a-Need: Raising our Paddles for our National Parks Dessert Dash – Which one will YOUR table runner choose?

Bought a Bottle? Win a Flight

Taking it all Home – Live Auction Items 15 – 20 Closing out the Evening Richard Page, Board Chair Denise Wulfekuhle, Spring Dinner and Auction Chair

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Dinner Menu HORS D’OEUVRES BABY SPRING POLENTA CAKES - Mini fried polenta cakes topped with Mama Lils aioli and local grilled asparagus tips (Vegetarian and Gluten-free) ASIAN MEATBALLS - Ground pork seasoned with ginger and sesame served with sriracha-hoisin drizzle sauce. (Gluten-free)

FAMILY STYLE BREAD SERVICE FRESH BREAD BASKET HERB BUTTER - Assorted Macrina Bakery breads with freshly whipped garlic and herb butter (Vegetarian)

PLATED SALAD COURSE SPRING GREENS SALAD WITH RADISHES - Fresh from the farm greens with local rainbow radishes, cucumber and citrus vinaigrette (Vegan and Gluten-free)

PLATED ENTREES THE OLYMPIC – Seared wild Pacific Northwest salmon with grated ginger, miso-sake glaze and Japanese chilled cucumbers served with black rice (Gluten-free) THE RAINIER - Seared Draper Valley chicken breast with sautéed onions and ginger-sesame sauce served with shiitake fried rice with edamame (Gluten-free) THE CASCADE - Crispy coconut fried tofu and sautéed seasonal vegetables over shiitake fried rice with edamame (Vegan and Gluten-free)

Prepared by Madres Kitchen

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Reggie Chapple ASSISTANT DIRECTOR, PARTNERSHIPS AND CIVIC ENGAGEMENT, NATIONAL PARK SERVICE Reginald “Reggie” Chapple comes to us this evening directly from the National Park Service (NPS) in Washington, D.C., where he serves in the park service’s upper echelons.

While in the other Washington, Reggie manages the National Park Service’s public/private partnerships and national organizational partnerships. He also oversees national philanthropic and cause-marketing campaigns that are set into motion for the benefit of our nation’s public lands. Suffice it to say, Reggie knows how significant private/public partnerships are to our national parks AND how significant friends organizations like Washington’s National Park Fund are to the National Park Service!

Over the past several years, Reggie has been observing, encouraging and supporting Washington’s National Park Fund’s growth from a small, low-impact nonprofit in 2010, to one of the nation’s mid-size leaders among Public Lands Conservancies today.

Tonight, while in THIS Washington, Reggie will share his perspectives regarding the effective role such partnerships are having on our nation’s public lands today. He’ll offer brief comments regarding the impact Washington’s National Park Fund is having on Mount Rainier, North Cascades and Olympic National Parks along with a few words of encouragement for all that lies ahead.

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Annie Kilby ROADS, TRAILS AND AUTOSHOP MOUNT RAINIER NATIONAL PARK Annie has been with the National Park Service since 2013. She began her career as a seasonal park ranger and educator and, in 2017, Mount Rainier National Park became her year-round home. She chose to work for the National Park Service, in part, because she wanted to work for an agency whose mission she believed in. But that was only a small part of the story. What really drew her to pursue a career with the Park Service was the opportunity to work with people, to create spaces and opportunities for personal connections, to cultivate stewards of public lands through interpretation and education.

Once she started working with school groups and junior rangers, there was no going back - hers was to be a park service life. This path provided opportunities to work with students and families at Crater Lake on snowshoes, in period costumes at Lewis and Clark National Historical Park, waist-deep in the cypress swamps of south Florida and, ultimately, in the subalpine meadows and old growth forests of Mount Rainier as a part of its education programs. Recently, Annie has started a new career as an Administrative Assistant working within the administrative and maintenance divisions at Mount Rainier.

Tonight, Annie will share a few of her most memorable experiences in Mount Rainier, North Cascades and Olympic National Parks and how these incredible places have inspired and shaped her.

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Building Memorable Experiences Personal Experiences in our National Parks. They are vast, deep and impactful. For me, my most meaningful personal experiences to date include: • August 3, 1997: Witnessing a double rainbow over Mount Rainier with my grandmother who died a few days later; she loved Mount Rainier and visited from her Yakima home often • July 6, 2015: Summitting my first mountain, Mount Shuksan, in North Cascades National Park with my husband, Colin • August 18, 2017: Witnessing one of Washington’s National Park Fund’s founders, Dan Evans, with his family surrounding him the day a portion of Olympic National Park was re-designated the Daniel J. Evans Wilderness. It is one of the wildest places left in the lower 48 states Tonight, we’re focusing on building memorable experiences in Mount Rainier, North Cascades and Olympic National Parks. We’ll be raising the paddle for:

• North Cascades’ Preventive Search and Rescue program – funding will focus squarely on preventing the need for search and rescue services in the first place • Olympic’s Citizen Science/Marmot research – volunteers who care deeply about wildlife will get to take part in tracking and counting the marmots • Rainier’s Junior Ranger program – as a result, many youngsters are sworn in and receive their badges each year; this is often their first personal experience…and it often evolves into a lifelong passion for national parks 7

IT’S ALL GOOD. And at Washington’s National Park Fund, it’s all growing. Each year we’re raising more and most importantly, giving more to Mount Rainier, North Cascades and Olympic National Parks for the priority projects that they submit to us year after year.

Enjoy the evening. Thank you for being a part of all that’s underway for the places you love.

Sincerely,

Laurie Ward, Chief Executive Officer Washington’s National Park Fund 8

The Impact of a Falling Tree Someone recently pointed out that from certain vantage points in Seattle, and if the conditions are right, you have the ability to see all three of our crown jewels: Mount Rainier, North Cascades and Olympic National Parks. Granted, not all from the same location, but I don’t know if any other city can make that claim. We are so fortunate to live in this area where we are able to create unforgettable experiences, all in our own backyard.

One experience that will always remain with me is from a wet, cold day hiking above Ipsut Creek along the Carbon River. It was pouring rain, yet my boyfriend, Tim, and I trudged along. Suddenly, there was a loud cracking sound, and not too far up the trail, a huge tree fell across the river in slow motion. Everything seemed to stop for a brief second and then the river started flowing again, changing its course ever so slightly, forever. After catching our breath, we headed back. Little did I know at the time, but we stopped and had dinner with my future in-laws. This was a day that forever changed the course of my life, just like the river. A mere 30 years later, that is still one of our favorite hikes.

We hope tonight that you will reflect on your own personal experiences and share them with those around you. We all have stories to tell.

Thanks to all of you for showing your passion and commitment to our Parks. They are here for everyone to create their own memories and experiences‌ so please, go make some new ones!

Denise Wulfekuhle Board Member and Auction Chair 9

My Annual Trek to First Burroughs WELCOME to Washington’s National Park Funds Spring Dinner and Auction! We are excited that you’re here and hope you enjoy it as much as we do.

You’ll meet many new friends who love our Parks, and you’ll have a chance to bid on a wide variety of auction items, including equipment, historical items and nice trips.

Come prepared to share some of your favorite personal experiences in Mount Rainier, North Cascades and Olympic National Parks. My own favorite is my annual hike to First Burroughs, at Paradise Inn at Mount Rainier. It’s about six miles and a couple thousand feet elevation to a short level spot, with several large boulders. That’s where I have lunch, every year on my birthday! I’ve been enjoying this hike for over thirty years!

The Spring Dinner and Auction is a special way for all of us to support these spectacular parks and to celebrate the many opportunities now and in the future to protect and preserve them.

Richard Page Board President, Washington’s National Park Fund

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Over the Top Society At Washington’s National Park Fund, we’re recruiting support for our circle of friends affectionally know as the “Over the Top” Society.

To raise the funds that will take partially-funded priority park projects up and over the top at the end of each fiscal year, this circle of friends recognizes those who contribute $1,200 or more in a year in unrestricted giving. You may choose to contribute this annual gift one time, or spread it out over the year into monthly payments of $100 or quarterly of $300; we’ll send a reminder if helpful.

Over the Top funding enables Washington’s National Park Fund to complete many more of the top priority projects submitted each year by Mount Rainier, North Cascades and Olympic National Parks.

To sign up, go online or contact the fund office directly.

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You’ll Come A Long Way Baby ABOUT OUR AUCTIONEER, LAURA MICHALEK Fundraising Auctioneer Laura Michalek still relies on the endurance and discipline she possessed when at the age of 15, when she was the first female winner of the Chicago Marathon. While Ms. Michalek has hardly missed a day of running since then, it’s this intention to excel at what she loves that is most evident. “To me Auctioneering is about giving all of yourself, before and during the event, in a way that most folks wouldn’t expect.” Her style, fundraising insight, and commitment to her clients, and their mission, not only sets her apart, but has created a career beyond Ms. Michalek’s wildest dreams. “I’ve always been deeply interested in how non-profits I care about are going to sustain themselves, so it is nothing less than a thrill to know I can personally and professionally be part of that.” For 15 years prior to becoming a full time Fundraising Professional, Ms. Michalek owned and operated several nationally recognized vintage modern furniture stores in Seattle. “My critical eye, intuition, and energy level has been pretty consistent all these years, so whenever I set out to do something, it’s the same set of skills, just a slightly more developed new chapter.” As the youngest winner in the history of the Chicago Marathon, it has not been lost on Ms. Michalek that this experience informed her whole life. “When I start Auctioneering, it’s like being in the starting block all over again. I still set out to win, however, this time it’s for the organization I’m representing.”

To hear what folks are saying about Ms. Michalek visit www. lauramichalek.com or email auctioneer@lauramichalek.com or call direct at 206.464.0850.

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Amanda Westbrooke YOUR MASTER OF CEREMONIES Master of Ceremonies, Amanda Westbrooke has long been inspired by the gifts of story telling. Her Virginia childhood, filled with lessons, colloquialisms, and the tender stories of tradition exalted by her three Southern Aunts Ramona, Faye, and not least of all Winkie, have landed her smack dab in the middle of telling stories for purpose and progress throughout her entire life.

For the past decade, Ms. Westbrooke has served as host of Tacoma’s City Line Television’s weekly economic and cultural affairs program.

As a natural educator, here, Ms. Westbrooke wafts and weaves local tradition with urban progress. With vast experience in human resources, as a former teacher and curriculum development specialist for First Presbyterian School as Director of Education & Outreach for Tacoma’s Little Theatre, and as Strategic Project Manager for Metro Parks, Ms. Westbrooke’s virtues were not lost on those who have either worked with her or were led by her.

Ms. Westbrooke, herself, committed to peace, justice, fairness, and progress of all types, was best shown this by her Southern Grandmother, Mary Laila Jones, who created a cooperative garden of mixed race community members in 1966, for ALL people. “You don’t have anything until you give it away” was her mantra.

As a mother to grown daughter Olivia, Ms. Westbrooke would be the first to admit, the lessons of life have only just begun to tell their story.

Her love of gardening, food, films, fashion, opera, and classical music reflects Ms. Westbrooke’s style, grace, and elegance that comes natural to her role as your host today.

To Inquire about Ms. Westrbrooke’s services kindly email amandawestbrook913@gmail.com 13

Parks Everlasting Society Just as a ‘nurse log’ cares for young seedlings and brings them to life, you can care for the places you love by joining the Parks Everlasting Society.

Your legacy is a reflection of your life, values and experiences. A gift in your will or other planned gift through Washington’s National Park Fund can go to a specific park, an endowment fund, or to where it is most needed. Let us know your dreams now so we can work together to realize those visions for tomorrow.

Imagine a majestic tree that falls, opening an area of sunlight for new life to grow. Your plan to protect the places you love, just as you’ll care for the people you love, will last many lifetimes through the Parks Everlasting Society.

Contact Kelly Sanderbeck, Donor Engagement Manager with questions or for more information: kelly@wnpf.org.

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Carolyn Dobbs

Environmental Science Awards 2019 Carolyn lived a life full of love and compassion for Mount Rainier, North Cascades and Olympic National Parks and the critters who called them home. She served as a member of Washington’s National Park Fund board for many years.

When Carolyn passed away in 2014, her family established these awards to honor and recognize national park employees who conduct boots on the ground work with a level of commitment reminiscent of Carolyn Dobbs herself.

OUR 2019 RECIPIENTS INCLUDE: • Mount Rainier National Park – Scott Anderson • North Cascades National Park – Jason Ransom and Jack Oelfke • Olympic National Park – Patti Happe

Scott Anderson MOUNT RAINIER NATIONAL PARK Scott Anderson has made significant contributions in advancing stewardship in Mount Rainier National Park through citizen science, youth mentoring and knowledge of amphibians in the park during his 10-year career at Mount Rainier. He has mentored interns from The Evergreen State College and the Student Conservation Organization who were participating in mountain lakes monitoring, amphibian surveys, air quality and soundscapes 15

monitoring. As the field lead for the parks’ amphibian citizen science program, Scott has engaged hundreds of volunteers in park science through active participation in field data collection. He has increased the park’s ability to monitor aquatic environments and aquatic species throughout the park. Scott’s passion and knowledge of aquatic resources continues to inspire his colleagues, park volunteers and students of all ages. For these reasons he is Mount Rainier National Park’s award recipient.

Jason Ransom and Jack Oelfke NORTH CASCADES NATIONAL PARK Dr. Jason Ransom leads the Wildlife Program at North Cascades National Park where he leads research and conservation projects on fisher restoration, marmots, grizzly bear restoration, landbirds, Clark’s nutcrackers and harlequin ducks. He received his Masters and PhD degrees in Ecology from Colorado State University where he serves as Affiliate Faculty and mentors graduate students working in North Cascades and other national parks.

Jack Oelfke serves as Chief of Cultural and Natural Resources at North Cascades National Park. He oversees resource management, monitoring, and research throughout the park. Jack holds a Masters of Science in Physical Geography from Oklahoma State University and a Bachelor’s of Science in Physical Geography from Moorhead State University. He is also a graduate of the NPS Natural Resources Management Trainee Program. Today, he 16

CAROLYN DOBBS ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENCE AWARDS 2019 CONTINUED... serves as the ambassador for the grizzly bear restoration in the North Cascades Ecosystem.

North Cascades National Park is honored to be represented by both Jason and Jack as our choices for the Carolyn Dobbs Environmental Science Award.

Patti Happe OLYMPIC NATIONAL PARK Patti Happe is about to celebrate her 23rd anniversary as Wildlife Branch Chief at Olympic National Park. Patti began her Ph.D. and her professional career studying the ecology of elk range relationships in Olympic National Park in the mid-1980s.

In the years since, Patti has pioneered and facilitated studies of elk movements, range ecology and population trends, mountain goat population trends, black bear movements, marmot ecology, Elwha River restoration, spotted owl demographics and fisher restoration in Olympic National Park. She is known fondly by scores of volunteers, interns, cooperators and employees for her full-on passion for her work, care for her people, and a hearty laugh to lighten the load.

Patti’s annual mentoring of citizen-science volunteers who fan out across the park each summer to monitor the status of Olympic Marmot populations has enriched many lives, while enhancing appreciation for the park and its iconic marmot resource. Olympic National Park is proud to announce Patti for this award as a person who truly embodies the spirit of Carolyn Dobbs’ life and work.

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Do you drive in Washington State? You have to register your car one way or another. Why not purchase or renew a Washington national parks license plate? For each plate purchased or renewed, $28 goes to Washington’s National Park Fund to support Mount Rainier, North Cascades and Olympic National Parks.

Over 7,000 registered national park license plates are on the roads today and more than $1.5 million has been raised in support of these treasured places!

To learn more, call (206) 623-2063, visit wnpf.org, or the Washington State Department of Licensing at dol.wa.gov.

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BOARD MEMBERS Jim Gilchrist, Manager, Washington Trust Services, Bank of America (retired) Linda Glein, Director, BetterInvesting Advisory Board (retired) Fred Hammerquist, Founder, Business Development Director, Hammerquist Studios Edie Hilliard, Community Volunteer, Radio Network Executive (retired) Larry Hueth, Treasurer, President and CEO, First Federal Savings & Loan Assn.

Kelly Jackson, Internal Auditor, REI Jillian Kosic, Head of Media, Amazon Go, Amazon Dave Meyer, Community Volunteer, Former Regional Vice President, HomeStreet Bank John Meyer, Associate Director of Science Communication & Special Projects, College of the Environment, University of Washington

Sage Newman, Vice Chair, President, SRX International Richard Page, Chair, PAGE Consulting LLC Mitch Pittman, Freelance Cinematographer, Writer and Storyteller Michele Radosevich, Partner, Davis, Wright, Tremaine Helene Reed, Owner, HRH Designs Jay Satz, Senior Director, Partnership and Innovation, Northwest Youth Corps Linda Schwartz, Finance Manager, Public Health Seattle & King County Jen Semsak, Senior Merchandiser, Sanmar Dana Visser, Senior Instructional Designer, Liberty Mutual Surety Jim Wagonfeld, MD FACP FACG, Chairman and CEO Digestive Health Specialists (retired) Marjorie Walter, Partner, Kipling Law Group

Kirk Myers, Director of Sustainability, Alaska Air

Denise Wulfekuhle, Secretary, Community Volunteer

HONORARY BOARD

EVENT COMMITTEE

Honorable Dan Evans, Former Washington State Governor and Senator, Washington’s National Park Fund Founder

Jen Semsak, Dessert Dash Chair

Christine Gregiore, CEO, Challenge Seattle, Former Washington State Governor

Denise Wulfekuhle, Auction Chair

Congressman Derek Kilmer, Washington’s 6th District Mr. Lou Whittaker, Climber Extraordinaire, Washington’s National Park Fund Founder 19

Dana Visser Judy Wagonfeld Christine Yarrow, Procurement Chair

NATIONAL PARK SERVICE BOARD ADVISORS Sarah Creachbaum Superintendent Olympic National Park 600 East Park Avenue, Port Angeles, WA 98362 sarah_creachbaum@nps.gov (360) 565-3002

Chip Jenkins Superintendent Mount Rainier National Park 55210 238th Avenue E. Ashford, WA 98304-9751 chip_jenkins@nps.gov (360) 569-6503

Karen Taylor-Goodrich Superintendent North Cascades National Park 810 State Route 20, Sedro Woolley, WA 98284-1239 karen_taylor-goodrich@nps.gov (360) 854-7204

STAFF

OFFICE

Laurie B. Ward Chief Executive Officer laurie@wnpf.org

1904 Third Avenue, Suite 400 Seattle, WA 98101

Nicky Ducommun Prospect & Foundation Manager nicky@wnpf.org

(206) 623-2063 wnpf.org

Amber Nelson Marketing/Communications & Annual Fund Manager amber@wnpf.org

Twitter

Heather Orse Community Engagement Manager heather@wnpf.org

Facebook

@WANatlParkFund

Instagram @wanatlparkfund Washington’s National Park Fund

Kelly Sanderbeck Donor Engagement Manager kelly@wnpf.org Nancy Whitlock Accounting nancy@wnpf.org 20

Auction Guide Special Auction Items

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Auction Rules

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Dessert Dash

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Fund-a-Need

25-29

Silent Auction 1, Items #700-748

30-36

Silent Auction 2, Items #800-851

37-43

“Almost Live” Auction, Items #900-934

44-49

Live Auction, Items #1–20

50-62

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HEADS-OR-TAILS Look for a Heads-or-Tails ticket seller during the silent auction and enter the Heads-or-Tails game! For $25 (limit one per person) you have the chance to win a $350 credit toward your purchase balance from the silent and live auctions. Prior to the launch of the live auction, we will play Heads-or-Tails to determine the winner.

BEST OF LIVE Don’t forget to buy your tickets for the Best of Live during the Silent Auction! The winner of the raffle will get to choose ANY item from the Live Auction! For only $100, this is a screaming deal!

LIVE ITEMS Exciting Live Auction items with 20 packages up for bid!

FUND-A-NEED Each year during Washington’s National Park Fund’s Spring Dinner and Auction, we focus on a specific area in special need of funding.

This year, guests are invited to invest in three projects within Mount Rainier, North Cascades and Olympic National Parks focusing on improving visitors’ experience with the goal of raising $110,000. See pages 27-31 for brief overviews of the projects as presented by each park’s Superintendent.

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Auction Rules Each bidder will be given a bidder number upon check in. By bidding in the live or silent auction each bidder agrees to these auction rules: 1. To bid in the silent auction, simply write your bid number on the silent auction bid form. Designation of the bid you have written, by the silent auction official as the top bid, is a legal contract to purchase the silent auction item.

2. To bid in the live auction, hold up your bid card with the number toward the auctioneer. A bid acknowledged by the live auctioneer is a legal contract to purchase the item. The auctioneer reserves the right to reject any bid that is merely a fractional advance over the prior bid.

3. Top bidders must pay for their items at the end of the night. Unless otherwise stated, all items are to be removed on the date purchased. The purchaser assumes responsibilities to locate and remove purchases from the auction premises.

Purchasers may claim the certificate for services and tangible items not displayed from the cashier/item pick-up volunteer.

You will be asked to show your “Paid” receipt for tangible items.

4. Reservations for trips and vacation accommodations must be mutually arranged with the donor unless otherwise noted. Tickets for travel packages are for coach class unless otherwise noted.

No refunds will be allowed on travel packages even on canceled tickets or accommodations. Travel will be provided by donors as described. Because travel charges change, travel costs may decrease the values stated, however, no refunds will be allowed.

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5. Each person who is issued a bid number (bidder) assumes all risks and hazards related to the auction and items obtained at the auction. Each bidder agrees to hold harmless from any liability Washington’s National Park Fund, its elected and appointed officials, members and employees, the auctioneers, the event organizers, sponsors and/or volunteers connected with the auction.

6. Auction items will be awarded to one purchaser only. All purchases are final and there will be no exchanges or refunds unless otherwise noted. We will gladly accept your payment by cash, check, Visa, MasterCard, American Express or Discover on the night of the auction. We are a 501(c)(3) charitable organization and your payment may be tax-deductible only to the extent provided by law.

7. Unless otherwise noted, all goods and services must be claimed and used within one year of the auction date.

8. Washington’s National Park Fund reserves the right to add or withdraw, without notice, any items to or from the auction. Washington’s National Park Fund has attempted to describe and catalog all items correctly, but all items are offered “as is, where is.” Washington’s National Park Fund neither warrants nor represents and, in no event shall be responsible for, the correctness or descriptions, genuineness, authorship, provenance or condition of the items.

No statement made in this catalog, or made orally at the auction or elsewhere, shall be deemed as such warranty, representation or assumption of liability.

The value listed is our estimate of fair market value. Items have not been appraised unless so noted.

Dessert Dash For the dessert dash, guests seated at each table combine their bids to claim one of the delicious desserts available this evening.

To get your chance at the most delectable dessert, simply complete the dessert dash card on your table. The table with the highest bid gets first chance at dashing to the dessert table and picking the dessert of their choice!

And your runner? They will need to be fast to get your favorite dessert because the number of the next winning table will be called quickly after yours – this is the DASH part of the Dessert Dash!

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Fund-a-Need

THREE PROJECTS WORTH YOUR INVESTMENT

Each year, the Washington National Park Fund focuses its Fund-a-Need (raise the paddle) efforts on a specific core area. In 2019, our focus is on making our national parks safer, more resilient, and more welcoming to all, through our support of: • Mount Rainier National Park’s Junior Ranger Program • North Cascades National Park’s Preventive Search and Rescue Program • Olympic National Park’s Citizen Science/Marmot Program The following presents brief overviews of the projects as presented by each Park.

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1 1. Mount Rainier National Park ENGAGE DIVERSE YOUTH AND FAMILIES THROUGH JUNIOR RANGER PROGRAMMING The Junior Ranger motto, “Explore, Learn, and Protect!� is recited by children from the Olympic Peninsula to the Florida Everglades.

Junior Rangers take an oath to protect parks, learn about parks, and share their personal ranger story with friends and family. Often such promises, made in childhood, are the first steps of a lifelong commitment to our precious national parks. This project focuses on revitalizing Junior Ranger programming at Paradise and Cougar Rock Campground in Mount Rainier National Park, with the goal of reaching a broader, more diverse audience of families and youth, many of whom do not currently attend park programs. Junior Rangers staff will implement new programming designed to engage these underserved audiences, including non-English speakers. A lead, Spanish-speaking education ranger will spearhead these efforts, including training staff and coaching seasonal interpreters. Staff will increase advertising and recruitment efforts to reach new and existing audiences, and provide 26

2 Junior Ranger programming for 20,000 visitors, including more culturally and socio-economically diverse audiences. This program will offer fun and engaging ways for visitors to explore park resources, get to know and appreciate park rangers, and see the park with the eyes of future stewards!

2. North Cascades National Park DEVELOP PREVENTIVE SEARCH & RESCUE PROGRAM As North Cascades National Park backcountry and climbing areas become more popular, the park is experiencing a significant increase in search and rescue incidents for overdue, lost and injured visitors.

The small staff is struggling to provide visitors with essential safety information, manage the climbing areas and respond to rescues.

Other national parks have determined that an effective way to reduce the number of search and rescue incidents is through a formal Preventive Search and Rescue (PSAR) program which will focus on educating visitors on climbing best practices, provide current climbing route conditions, analyze incidents for lessons learned and share 27

those lessons with the climbing community. The program will work on building relationships with the commercial guiding operations in the park, in an effort to encourage best climbing practices. This project will begin with the creation of North Cascades’ first PSAR team, who will design and implement the PSAR program, and develop educational materials such as posters, videos and websites. In addition, a climbing ranger will be hired to maintain a presence at the Wilderness Information Center and in the popular climbing areas, in order to provide visitors with the information they need to have a safe, enjoyable time in the park.

3. Olympic National Park OLYMPIC MARMOT CITIZEN SCIENCE MONITORING PROGRAM Olympic marmots are the furry, little creatures who whistle loudly as visitors approach, then swiftly scurry to the safety of their

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underground burrows. Extroverted and playful, these animals are in trouble: sadly, their populations are declining. With your support, citizen scientists (trained volunteers) will continue their research throughout the summer months. These volunteers travel to the park’s backcountry, position themselves quietly, and systematically count, track, and complete data logs. The data they gather help park scientists understand what is needed to restore the marmots’ habitat.

The program relies on support from Washington’s National Park Fund and committed youth and adults who sign up, year after year, to spot marmots in the meadows where they make their home (80-100 volunteer scientists, averaging about 4,000 volunteer hours). The Olympic marmot is our state’s endemic animal. Let’s help them thrive.

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Silent Auction 1 Closes at 6:15PM

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SILENT AUCTION 1

700

Waterknot Letterpress Greeting Cards for a Year’s Worth of Occasions

VALUE

$135.00

Thank you: Waterknot Letterpress 701

Handmade Wooden Map of Washington State for Your Wall

$90.00

Thank you: John Meyer 702

Private Wine Tasting for Eight at Auclair Winery $200.00 in Woodinville Thank you: Auclair Winery

703

Admission for Five to Northwest Symphony Orchestra’s Season Finale Concert

$100.00

Thank you: Northwest Symphony Orchestra 704

“The Challenge of Rainier” by Dee Molenaar, First Edition, Autographed

$100.00

Thank you: Jordan Roderick 705

Framed “Worth Protecting” Poster by Robert Decker”

$140.00

Thank you: Gallery Frames, LLC and Rob Decker 706

“Forest Conditions in the Olympic Forest Reserve” Historic Report, Washington 1902

$100.00

Thank you: Jordan Roderick 707

Seattle Favorites: Coffee and the Underground Thank you: Bill Speidel’s Underground Tour and C & P Coffee Company

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$124.00

SILENT AUCTION 1

708

Limited Edition Olympic National Park Poster

VALUE

$65.00

Thank you: Brian Richard Leahy 709

Handmade Birdhouse and Gazebo Bird Feeder Set

$50.00

Thank you: Metropolitan Design 710

Mixed Case of :Nota Bene Wine

$390.00

Thank you: :Nota Bene Cellars 711

“Flavors of the Southern Coast” Cookbook

$80.00

Thank you: John Meyer and Tommy Bahama 712

Tom Bihn 31-Liter The Guide's Pack

$269.95

Thank you: HEROCLIP and TOM BIHN 713

Nature Backs Two-Person Hammock

$69.95

Thank you: HEROCLIP and Nature Backs 714

“It's The Water” Limited Edition Silkscreen Print"

$40.00

Thank you: Powerslide Design Co 715

Half-Barrel Keg of Mac and Jack's Beer

$159.00

Thank you: Mac and Jack’s Brewery 716

Dog Lover Delights in Red

$83.00

Thank you: Healers Petcare Inc., METAMORPHIC, QUMY, and Tuco and Stella, LLC 717

Bourbon and BBQ

$155.00

Thank you: 2bar Spirits and Mr. Rob Dent 32

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Fjallraven Kanken No. 2 Day Pack in Black

VALUE

$130.00

Thank you: Fjallraven 719

The Flash Camp Stove by Jetboil

$100.00

Thank you: Jetboil 720

Wine Tasting for Six at DeLille Cellars

$250.00

Thank you: DeLille Cellars 721

“Washington State Historical Publications, Volume II, 1907-1914”

$125.00

Thank you: Jordan Roderick 722

“Foggy Sunrise” Metal Print of Mount Rainier

$225.00

Thank you: Bonnie Katz Sailors 723

Fisher AG7 Original Astronaut Space Pen

$60.00

Thank you: Edie Hilliard 724

Exxtreme Jacket and Big Chill Beanie by Dragonwear

$299.00

Thank you: Dragonwear / True North 725

Wine and Dine: 2017 Ayoub Pinot Noir and $100 Gift Card to Seattle Fish Company

$155.00

Thank you: Ayoub Wines and Tim & Denise Wulfekuhle 726

“Volcanic Cascadia” Limited Edition Silkscreen Print Thank you: Powerslide Design Co

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$40.00

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727

Stoneware Bird Feeder by Reid Ozaki

VALUE

$150.00

Thank you: Reid Ozaki 728

Wine Tasting for Four at Matthews Winery and a Bottle of their Award-Winning 2015 Claret

$100.00

Thank you: Matthews Estate Winery 729

Dining Out in Port Angeles

$120.00

Thank you: Larry & Cyndi Hueth 730

Style and Comfort for Him: Black Lost Cap Trucker Hat and Men's Superfeet Trailblazer Comfort Hiking Insoles

$65.95

Thank you: Superfeet 731

Framed 1893 Haper's Weekly “Mount Rainier The Proposed New National Park”

$375.00

Thank you: Jordan Roderick and Lake City Picture Framing 732

Three-Month Subscription to Cairn

$90.00

Thank you: Cairn 733

Style and Comfort for Her: Patagonia Fitz Roy $78.95 Trucker Hat and Women's Superfeet Trailblazer Comfort Hiking Insoles Thank you: Patagonia Ballard and Superfeet

734

A Night in Sequim

$200.00

Thank you: Wirta Hospitality

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“The Great Puckaroo Roundup” Limited Edition Silkscreen Print

VALUE

$40.00

Thank you: Powerslide Design Co 736

Kuhl Men's Large Spyfire Down Parka in River Blue

$349.00

Thank you: Kuhl 737

Distillery Tour and Tasting for Four at Copperworks Distilling and a Bottle of American Single Malt Whiskey

$135.00

Thank you: Copperworks Distilling Company 738

“The Measure of the Mountain” by Bruce Barcott, First Edition, Autographed

$75.00

Thank you: Jordan Roderick 739

“Run to the Hills” Limited Edition Silkscreen Print

$120.00

Thank you: Powerslide Design Co 740

Utlimate Nature Backs Bundle and Two MiiR Stainless Steel Pint Glasses

$120.00

Thank you: Nature Backs and Patagonia Ballard 741

“Our Greatest Mountain and Alpine Regions of Wonder” by A. H. Barnes, 1911

$75.00

Thank you: Jordan Roderick 742

Wine Tasting for Four at William Church Winery and a Bottle of 2016 JM Cellars Bramble Bump Red Thank you: JM Cellars and William Church Winery

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$88.00

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Beer and Cheese in West Seattle

VALUE

$210.00

Thank you: The Beer Junction and West 5 744

Kayak Rental for Two on Lake Union from Northwest Outdoor Center

$66.00

Thank you: Northwest Outdoor Center 745

Wine Tasting for Four at Sparkman Cellars and a Bottle of 2008 Wilderness Red Blend

$130.00

Thank you: Sparkman Cellars 746

Two Tickets to a 2019 Seattle Pro Musica Performance and a CD

$70.00

Thank you: Seattle Pro Musica 747

“Lake Tahoe” Limited Edition Silkscreen Print

$40.00

Thank you: Powerslide Design Co 748

Hand Blown Spring Water Vessel by Christopher Sternberg-Powidzki

$800.00

Thank you: Glasshouse-Studio 749

Limited Edition Northwest Silk Screen Print Set $40.00 Thank you: Powerslide Design Co

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Straight from the Barrel with Woodinville Whiskey

$115.00

Thank you: Woodinville Whiskey Co. 751

Basel Cellars Signature Red Wines and Tasting for Eight

$200.00

Thank you: Basel Cellars 36

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800

Decadent Spa Package

VALUE

$332.00

Thank you: Andrea Munson, Ayoub Wines, Forester John, Ladywell’s Vitality Spa & Sauna and Vedge Candle 801

Two One-Hour Reiki Sessions

$300.00

Thank you: Cristi Lien 802

Two-Night Stay at Sol Duc Hot Springs Resort Plus Breakfast for Two

$455.00

Thank you: ARAMARK Parks and Destinations 803

Daytrip to Ballard

$244.00

Thank you: Ballard Kayak and Stoneburner Seattle 804

“Mount Rainier: Its Human History Associations” by H.E. Rensch, 1935

$50.00

Thank you: Jordan Roderick 805

Olympic National Park Blanket by Pendleton

$259.00

Thank you: Pendleton Woolen Mills 806

Marmot Camping Set

$517.00

Thank you: Marmot 807

Books, books, books!

$92.00

Thank you: Jordan Roderick and Phinney Books 808

Two-Night PacWesty Camper Van Rental

$480.00

Thank you: PacWesty 809

Framed Historic Olympic Forest Reserve Map

$550.00

Thank you: Jordan Roderick 38

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A Dog Lover's Delight in Plum

VALUE

$83.00

Thank you: Healers Petcare Inc., METAMORPHIC, QUMY and Tuco and Stella, LLC 811

One-Night Alderbrook Resort Getaway

$334.00

Thank you: Alderbrook Resort and Spa and JM Cellars 812

Untitled Waterfall Fine Art Metallic Gloss Print

$300.00

Thank you: PhotoShoop 813

Patagonia Black Hole 60L Duffel Bag

$129.00

Thank you: Patagonia Ballard 814

Fuel Up with Jetboil and REI

$250.00

Thank you: Jetboil and Paul Hogle & Karen Malen-Hogle 815

Port Townsend Getaway

$375.00

Thank you: Jordan Roderick, Nicky Ducommun & Brad Stone and Port Townsend Paddlesports 816

Historical Photographs - “Wreck of Glenesslin” $240.00 and “Astoria Nets” Thank you: Mrs. & Mr. Connie & Phil Winberry

817

Books of Olympic Autographed by Carsten Lien

$73.95

Thank you: Cristi Lien 818

Dining in Bellevue Thank you: Fire & Vine Hospitality and Schwartz Borthers Restaurants - Daniels Broiler

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$300.00

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Restock Your Wine Cellar

VALUE

$145.00

Thank you: Ayoub Wines, Dusted Valley Winery and Guardian Cellars 820

$300 Canlis Gift Card

$300.00

Thank you: Edie Hilliard 821

Fine Art Metallic Print of Mount Rainier

$300.00

Thank you: PhotoShoop 822

Hydro Flask Picnic Set

$415.00

Thank you: Hydro Flask 823

Wine Tasting for Four at Avennia Winery and a Woodinville Wine Collection

$250.00

Thank you: Avennia Winery and Butler Transportation and Tours 824

Framed 1947 Mount Rainier National Park Map

$500.00

Thank you: Jordan Roderick and Lake City Picture Framing 825

“Mount Rainier: A Record of Exploration”

by Edmond S. Meany, 1916, First Edition, Autographed

$150.00

Thank you: Jordan Roderick 826

“The Mountains are Calling” Oil on Wood Mount $250.00 Rainier Painting Thank you: Randy & Sally King

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827

Base Camp Learning and Lodging for Two at North Cascades Institute

VALUE

$240.00

Thank you: North Cascades Institute 828

Private Wine Tasting for Ten at Guardian Cellars in Maltby

$387.00

Thank you: Guardian Cellars 829

“Untitled” Fused Glass Wall Art

$180.00

Thank you: Edie Hilliard 830

Private Tasting and Tour for 15 at OOLA Distillery

$400.00

Thank you: OOLA Distillery 831

Our Backyard On the Rocks - A Camping Bar Set $115.00 Thank you: Paul Hogle & Karen Malen-Hogle

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Framed Mount Rainier and Olympic National Park Posters by Robert Decker

$270.00

Thank you: Gallery Frames, LLC and Rob Decker 833

“Say it on Your Wrist” Bracelet

$45.00

Thank you: Dianne Carlson 834

Three Silkscreen Prints of Washington's National Parks

$120.00

Thank you: Powerslide Design Co 835

Handmade Four-Drawer Jewelry Box Thank you: Dick Vanberg

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$250.00

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“The Mountain that was 'God'” by John H. Williams, self-published 1910

VALUE

$100.00

Thank you: Jordan Roderick 837

Historic Black and White Photographs “Netarts, Oregon” and “Yakina Head Light,” Photographer Unknown

$240.00

Thank you: Connie & Phil Winberry 838

“Atlantic Monthly” bound edition, Vol XXXVIII, November 1876

$175.00

Thank you: Jordan Roderick 839 A/B

Two-Night Stay in a Lakeview Guest Room Plus Rainbow Falls Tour at the Lodge at Stehekin

$375.00

Thank you: Rainier Guest Services 840

FOUNDATION Outfit from Sage Fly Fishing

$550.00

Thank you: Sage Fly Fishing 841

Wine Tasting for Four at Brian Carter Cellars and a Magnum Bottle of 2011 Tuttorosso

$170.00

Thank you: Brian Carter Cellars 842

Cheese Making Experience for Two at River Valley Cheese

$318.00

Thank you: River Valley Cheese 843

Colossal Cut 8lb Triangle of Beecher's Flagship Cheese

$100.00

Thank you: Beecher’s Cheese

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Professional Bartender for Your Private Event

VALUE

$300.00

Thank you: Kelvin Davis 845

Mixed Case of Wine from William Church Winery

$426.00

Thank you: William Church Winery 846

Dooney & Bourke Olive Hobo Bag

$288.00

Thank you: Paul Hogle & Karen Malen-Hogle 847

Wine Tour and Tasting for Eight at Martedi Winery $250.00 Thank you: Kyle Funakoshi

848

Beachbound with Tommy Bahama

$316.50

Thank you: Tommy Bahama 849

National Park Service Quilted Wall Hanging

$100.00

Thank you: Diane Grover 850

Matted Photograph, K2 from Concordia Morning, signed by Jim Whittaker and Dianne Roberts

$500.00

Thank you: Jim Whittaker & Dianne Roberts 851

Westland Distillery Tour and Tasting for Eight Thank you: Westland Distillery

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$120.00

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VALUE

“Almost Live” Auction Closes at 6:40PM

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900

Elan Ripstick 96 Skis

VALUE

$800.00

Thank you: Elan USA 901

Two-Night Stay at Crystal Chalets with Four Sightseeing Gondola Tickets

$500.00

Thank you: David C Meyer & Molly Wood 902

“North Cascades Sunset” Metal Print"

$250.00

Thank you: Mitch Pittman 903

Three-Night Stay for up to Six Guests at a $625.00 Secluded Beachside Home on Harstine Island in Mason County, WA Thank you: Steve Johnson

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Scenic Flight Over Mount Rainier National Park

$350.00

Thank you: Steve Moody 905

Gig Harbor Getaway

$750.00

Thank you: Anthony’s, Cristi Lien, Guardian Cellars, Heritage Distilling Co., THE INN AT GIG HARBOR, Tickled Pink and Tides Tavern 906

Overnight Backpacking Adventure for Two Women

$750.00

Thank you: Cascade Mountain Adventures 907

Canvas Print of Mount Shuksan Thank you: Bruce Heinemann

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$500.00

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908

Kuhl Women's Small Airstorm Rain Jacket and Zuri Half-Zip

VALUE

$339.00

Thank you: Kuhl 909

A Climber's Guide to Fred Beckey

$625.00

Thank you: Jordan Roderick and Megan E. Bond 910

Grivel Mont Blanc REI Heritage Ice Axe

$349.95

Thank you: Kirk Myers 911

25 Dives in a Hyperbaric Hood at Fresh Start Hyperbaric, LLC

$2,500.00

Thank you: Fresh Start Hyperbaric, LLC 912

WTA Six Ridge Overnight Scouting Trip in Olympic National Park

$800.00

Thank you: Washington Trails Association 913

Dinner for Six at Copine

$480.00

Thank you: Copine 914

Two-Night Stay at Lake Crescent Lodge Plus Breakfast for Two

$620.00

Thank you: ARAMARK Parks and Destinations and Larry & Cyndi Hueth 915

Sunrise Hike BINGO with a Mount Rainier Volunteer

$500.00

Thank you: Margot Tsakonas

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916

Two-Night Stay in a Sun Mountain Lodge Mountain View Room

VALUE

$720.00

Thank you: Sun Mountain Lodge 917

Panda Watch and Sunglasses Set

$280.00

Thank you: Panda 918

Canopy Tree Climbing at Deception Pass State Park for Four

$600.00

Thank you: AdventureTerra 919

Framed 1961 Mount Rainier and Snoqualmie National Forest Map

$500.00

Thank you: Jordan Roderick 920

“In the Matter of the Proposal to Change the Name of Mount Rainier” Historic Official Decision, 1917

$115.00

Thank you: Jordan Roderick 921

Kuhl Women's Small Arktik Jacket in Ivory

$279.00

Thank you: Kuhl 922

WTA Graves Creek Scouting Trip in Olympic National Park

$500.00

Thank you: Washington Trails Association 923

Kuhl Men's Large Alpenlux and Klash Jacket Thank you: Kuhl

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$288.00

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924

Dinner at El Gaucho and a Wine Tasting for Two at Long Shadows Vintners

VALUE

$370.00

Thank you: Dana Visser, Fire & Vine Hospitality and Long Shadows Vintners 925

Kayak Starter Pack

$954.00

Thank you: Crystal Seas Kayaking, Kokatat, Old Town Canoe - Johnson Outdoors Watercraft, Inc. and Werner Paddles 926

Two-Night stay at Freestone Inn with Bike or Snowshoe Rental

$450.00

Thank you: Freestone Inn 927

Framed Mount Rainier Map, Dee Molenaar, 1953 $750.00 Thank you: Jordan Roderick and Lake City Picture Framing

928

Guided Day Tour for Three of Mount Rainier National Park

$900.00

Thank you: Discover Nature, LLC 929

Historic Books on Glaciers

$225.00

Thank you: Jordan Roderick 930

Fjallraven Men's Outfit

$445.00

Thank you: Fjallraven

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931

Fall Line Winemaker's Dinner for Six at the Home of Board Member, Dana R. Visser

VALUE

$650.00

Thank you: Dana Visser and Tim Sorenson 932

Board of Directors' Wine Collection

$995.00

Thank you: WNPF Board of Directors 933

Jim Whittaker on the Summit of Mount Everest, Matted Photograph

$500.00

Thank you: Jim Whittaker & Dianne Roberts 934

Two-Night Stay at Lake Quinault Lodge Plus Breakfast for Two Thank you: ARAMARK Parks and Destinations

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$400.00

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1. Five Nights at the Papago Inn in Scottsdale, Arizona

$750

Explore Scottsdale and the surrounding areas, play a round of golf... or two... or three, or stay on-site and read a book by the pool! Enjoy five nights in a king or two-queen room of your choosing. Enjoy the warm sun of the Southwest as the hours melt away. The Papago Inn offers an outdoor pool, gorgeous courtyard, complimentary hot breakfast in the morning and a fun happy hour in the lounge Monday through Saturday.

Restrictions: Valid through December 31, 2020 based on availability.

Reservations are required. Blackout dates are February 15 through March 31.

Thank you: Wirta Hospitality Worldwide/Bret and Trisha Wirta 2. Shrimp Day and Seafood Feast in Quilcene with Jon Evans

$650

Feed your inner Bubba Gump by spending a day participating in Hood Canal’s popular shrimp season. Catch the 7 AM ferry to Hood Canal and Jon will greet you with baited traps and the boat in the water. Set the traps, then return to the beach for eagle watching, clam digging and oyster picking. Haul in the shrimp bounty and spend the afternoon feasting on your fresh catch at the historic Evans’ family cabin.

NOTHING beats this experience!

Restrictions: Season limits restricted to crabbing and shrimping seasons in Washington State. Alternative dates would include clams and oysters but no shrimping. Based on a mutually agreed upon date and time.

Thank you: Jon Evans and Katherine DeForest Evans 3. One of the backbones of Mount Rainier?

Its 2,000+ VOLUNTEERS.

PRICELESS

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for travelers-in-need, to keeping visitors on the right path, assisting with the park’s archives – volunteers are absolutely essential for Mount Rainier National Park’s ongoing operations. But how does all of this actually work? Who manages the army of volunteers? How do they keep things running smoothly? Enjoy lunch at the Paradise Inn with board member and WNPF friend, Marjorie Walter, followed by an afternoon at Paradise learning, observing, and gaining an understanding of Rainier’s Volunteers-in-Parks (VIP) program.

Meadow Rovers and a park ranger will guide you through the maze.

Restrictions: Limited to a party of four. Lunch is included. This outing will take place on a mutually agreed upon date during summer 2019.

Thank you: Marjorie Walter and Mount Rainier National Park 4. Chef’s Table Dinner at The Capital Grille

$750

Enjoy a memorable evening at Seattle’s iconic Capital Grille. The Executive Chef will create a decadent four-course dinner for you and five dining companions. The meal will be masterfully paired with fine wines from their award-winning wine list. Your circle of friends will be wined, dined and dazzled…the evening will be as effortless as it is memorable.

The historic Cobb building is home to this renowned Seattle steakhouse known for the region’s freshest ingredients and their artfully prepared dishes. Fine dining, world-class wines and gracious service awaits!

Restrictions: Date and time to be mutually agreed upon. Gratuity is not included. Not available in December. Gift certificate must be presented on the night of the event. Valid until April 13, 2020.

Thank you: The Capital Grille

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5. Whitney Stern Yellow Gold Diamond Crescent Drop Earrings

$1,795

This evening’s absolutely stunning drop earrings are provided to us by our friends at Ben Bridge Jeweler. Local Seattle designer Whitney Stern – renowned for her sentimental and glamorous jewelry collections – created these crescent dangle diamond earrings, 3/8 carat total weight, in 14k yellow gold. They have a leverback and are created for that extra special someone in your life.

Thank you: Ben Bridge Jeweler 6. Fishers, Fishers everywhere!

PRICELESS

They used to call the North Cascades “home” until they were over-trapped to extinction due to their highly valuable fur. After decades, fishers are finally finding their way back home to Mount Rainier, North Cascades and Olympic National Parks. Brought down from British Columbia, the next release takes place towards the end of the year. This is the ONLY opportunity to be right at the front of the pack as the release takes place.

These furry critters, an extension of the weasel family, are adorable!

Watch as they quietly crawl out of their boxes and JET off into the forest. You and three of your friends (or a family of up to six) will witness wildlife restoration at its FINEST. Meet up with board member and WNPF friend, Dave Meyer, along with one of our favorite park scientists who knows fishers extremely well. NOTE: The date is determined when the fishers are ready, so be set to go on a moment’s notice.

Final note: Be thinking now of what you might name one of the fishers as you’ll get that right the day of.

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and January 2020. High bidders will receive a 48-hour notice.

Thank you: Dave Meyer and North Cascades National Park 7. Four-night houseboat cruise along the shores of beautiful Lake Roosevelt

$3,000

Lake Roosevelt is one of the Pacific Northwest’s best kept secrets.

This 130-mile lake in northeast Washington offers pristine waters, quiet beaches, sun-drenched days and VERY starry nights! Lake Roosevelt Adventures will offer guidance and instructions on piloting the houseboat; no special license needed. On-board amenities include three cozy staterooms, 1.5 bathrooms, a kitchen, waterslide and entertainment center. You’ll have access to everything you need to have a safe, enjoyable lake cruising experience.

Restrictions: Valid May 1, 2019 through June 15, 2020, excluding July and August and subject to availability.

Thank you: Rainier Guest Services/Guest Services, Inc. 8. Two Round Trip Tickets to Anywhere on Alaska Airlines with NO blackout dates!

$2,500

Whether you want to relax on a beach, hit the slopes or sip fine wines, Alaska Airlines can take you there! Enjoy two coach round-trip tickets to anywhere Alaska Airlines flies with NO blackout dates. We’re talking sea to shining sea and then some! Fly to Alaska, Hawaii, Costa Rica, Los Cabos, Cancun, or any number of other locations that Alaska flies.

Restrictions: Valid for flights served by Alaska Airlines flights numbered 1-2999, SkyWest Airlines flights 3300-3499, and PenAir flights 3124-3299.

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changes to passenger name, origin city or destination allowed. Certificates expire April 12, 2020.

Thank you: Alaska Airlines 9. Camping, hiking and fireside chats PRICELESS in North Cascades National Park: Friday, Aug. 16 – Sunday, Aug. 18 Eight people total will meet up with board members Jillian Kosic and Sage Newman for the weekend. Sip coffee in the morning, go along on hikes and enjoy evening campfires. Hear first-hand stories about the park’s search and rescue program from a backcountry ranger. Arrive either Friday afternoon or early Saturday morning. Saturday night’s cookout in the campground provided complements of “chefs” Jillian and Sage.

Outing includes campsites for Friday and Saturday nights, coordinated hikes, goodie bags, personal ranger visit and Saturday night meal.

You bring your own camp set-up, meals (except Saturday night), and adventurous spirit! Leave Sunday refreshed and renewed with a new circle of friends.

Thank you: Jillian Kosic, Sage Newman and North Cascades National Park 10. Wine Dinner for Twelve: Hosted by Two Vitners at Brimmer & Heeltap in Ballard

$1,400

Located on a quaint corner in one of Ballard’s quieter neighborhoods, Brimmer and Heeltap will welcome you and eleven friends/family members in for a memorable evening of dining and tasty wines. The former Le Gourmand space offers an intimate, cozy atmosphere complete with an open kitchen and full bar. Their garden patio is one of the best-kept secrets in the city, offering a dreamy place to dine outdoors during Seattle’s spring and summer months.

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Sip fine wines from Woodinville’s Two Vintners. Wine from Two Vintners is about the experience…it’s about branching out and trying new styles. This evening will be just that.

Restrictions: Scheduled on a mutually agreed upon date and time, excluding Fridays and Saturdays. Dinner to take place before April 12, 2020.

Thank you: Brimmer & Heeltap and Two Vintners 11. A Personal Flight over Olympic National Park with a glacier expert

PRICELESS

Take an aerial tour of Olympic National Park’s glaciers with one smart park scientist! You and a friend will be treated to a personal presentation describing Olympic’s glaciers and the recent studies that have documented their rapid decline. Next, board your own personal flight with the peninsula’s Wright Brothers for a flyover where you’ll see the park’s most incredible glaciers up close while receiving additional insights from park staff.

Restrictions: This outing will take place during the summer of 2019 on a mutually agreed upon date.

Thank you: Wright Brothers and Olympic National Park 12. Escape to Bali’s Golden Buddha Resort

$3,100

Dreaming of Bali? Now’s the time to capture a trip while helping YOUR national parks!

Golden Buddha Resort is located on the tranquil eastern coast of Bali.

This family-owned, boutique resort is near the village of Amed, which is famous for outstanding diving, snorkeling, hiking, and a relaxed ambiance far away from the tourist crowds. Each cottage, with a 56

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king-size bed and twin-plus bed, will accommodate up to three people comfortably. Additional amenities include a private veranda, bathroom with a private indoor-outdoor shower. Top off the day with a massage at the lovely day spa in the lush garden setting which looks up towards the mountain range and river valley…unparalleled natural beauty.

Package includes seven night stay with airport transfers; airfare not included.

Restrictions: Expires two years from date of purchase. Airfare, added meals, drinks, phone, excursions, transportation, and gratuities not included. Accommodations based on availability.

Thank you: Sojourn Ventures 13. Winemaker’s Dinner at Mount Rainier National Park’s Paradise Inn on June 10, 2019

$2,260

ALWAYS a crowd favorite during this Spring Dinner and Auction!

Cherish a memorable evening with Seattle’s own legendary Whittaker brothers, Lou and Jim, and their spouses. Enjoy a fabulous Winemaker’s Dinner and lodging package at Paradise Inn with five of your closest friends. Winemaker Chuck Reininger will provide the fine wines. Then relax around the Inn’s fireplace before retreating off to bed at the newly renovated Paradise Inn. Package includes three standard guestrooms for one night (two guests/room). Package also includes a bottle of wine from Reininger Winery for each person in the group. A great package for a group of friends! Your host for the evening will be WNPF board member and friend, Dana Visser.

Restrictions: This event will take place on June 10, 2019. Gratuity not included.

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Thank you: Rainier Guest Services, Chuck Reininger, Dana Visser and Lou and Jim Whittaker 14. Grivel Mont Blanc REI Ice Axe signed by legendary Mountaineer, Jim Whittaker

PRICELESS

From start to finish, everything about this axe is custom-made. Just 1,000 axes were made and each one is individually numbered with engraving on the shaft. The axe head is hot-forged nickel/chromium/ molybdenum steel then polished to a silvery finish. Chromium improves strength and corrosion resistance; nickel adds toughness in cold temperatures; molybdenum improves the quality and durability of sharp edges.

Unique to the REI Mont Blanc axe, the shaft attachment plates are solid steel rather than corrugated steel for great strength and even pressure distribution. The beautifully crafted Austrian Ashwood shaft was specially produced for this axe. Meets CE certification criteria and weighs in at only 708g. For safe keeping, the axe comes in a wooden presentation box with green felt lining and a short REI co-op message printed inside.

As if that’s not enough, YOUR ice axe is autographed by legendary mountaineer, Jim Whittaker.

Thank you: Jim Whittaker, Dianne Roberts and REI 15. Etched and Signed Imperial Bottle of 2016 Ciel du Cheval (pre-release)

$700

If you consider yourself a true lover of fine wines, then you know: THIS is one for the ages.

A 2016 Ciel du Cheval, six-liter Imperial Bottle from Andrew Will 58

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Winery, it is both etched and signed by winemaker, Chris Camarda.

Add THIS to your collection!

Enough said.

Thank you: Chris Camarda, Andrew Will Winery 16. Two-Nights at Mount Rainier’s Paradise Inn AND at the National Park Inn

$680

Do you consider Mount Rainier YOUR mountain? Then step up and raise that paddle!

This package presents you with the opportunity to spend four nights at Mount Rainier National Park. Spend two-nights at Paradise Inn then travel down the hill for another two nights at the National Park Inn. Either that OR make plans for two separate trips!

While at both locations, you’ll be treated to a complimentary dinner for two during one night of your stay.

Depending on the season, you can enjoy hikes amongst emerging springtime blooms, wildflower meadows, amazing fall colors or the magic of winter while traveling on snowshoes.

Paradise Inn valid through September 30, 2019. Excludes July, August and Holiday Periods. National Park Inn valid through April 25, 2020. Excludes July, August, September and Holiday Period. Can be combined for a four-night stay (contingent upon availability at both inns) OR broken up for two separate stays.

Thank you: Rainier Guest Services

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17. It’s all downhill from here...

PRICELESS hiking the meadows at Mount Rainier National Park Join WNPF board member and friend, Linda Glein, on a (mostly downhill) hike from Paradise to Reflection Lakes. Enjoy lunch at Faraway Rock. Meet up with a ranger who specializes in wild flowers.

Bring along five friends. Tasty lunch and flower guide included. For those looking for a less strenuous, but highly rewarding day-hike, this 3.5 mile hike with less than 500’ gain will be a pleasure. Drop-off at Paradise and pick-up at Reflection Lakes will be provided. It’s almost all downhill, and in the section where it isn’t, we’ll take it slow; nobody will be left behind.

Restrictions: This hike will take place on a mutually agreed upon date – Monday through Friday to beat the masses – between July 28 and August 23.

Thank you: Linda Glein and Mount Rainier National Park 18. A Week on the Mexican Riviera in Mazatlán for up to Four People

$1,250

Known as the “Pearl of the Pacific,” Mazatlán boasts miles of pristine beaches, rich history and bountiful outdoor activities. Enjoy seven nights in a one-bedroom condominium (for up to four people) at Torres Mazatlán. A wealth of onsite amenities including beach access, swimming pool and jacuzzi, kids pool, tennis and a full activities program are available.

Whether you are looking for deep sea fishing, exceptional dining, shopping or simply sun-filled days, Mazatlán has something for everyone to enjoy.

Restrictions: This certificate is for accommodations only; airfare not included. Space is on a space availability basis. Travel must be completed by expiration date of April 13, 2020. A one-time, six months extension is 60

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available for a $75 fee. Thanksgiving and Christmas holidays not available.

Thank you: Vacation Internationale 19. Dark Skies over the Olympic National Park with a Dark Sky Ranger

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Olympic National Park is highly focused on reducing its “light pollution” in and around the park so those incredible dark skies above can shine even brighter!

Interested in learning more about Olympic’s dark skies? Be the high bidder here and you and your family/friends will meet up with park staff who oversee the program. Later in the evening, head up to actually SEE those dark skies through the eyes of the park’s Dark Sky Ranger AND through his high-powered telescope. Board member Dana Visser will be your guide throughout the day.

Restrictions: This outing will take place during the summer of 2019 on a mutually agreed upon date.

Thank you: Dana Visser, John Goar and Olympic National Park 20. Take an unforgettable hiking vacation to your dream destination

$2,000

The Wildland Trekking Company, based in Flagstaff, AZ, will lead you on guided trip through some of our country’s most scenic areas. Your all-inclusive experience will be led by trained and local guides who offer natural and human history interpretations. Experience one of their many year-round multi-day backpacking, lodge-based hiking, basecamp or porter/llama/mule assist treks in 17 U.S. destinations.

Yosemite, Yellowstone, Great Smokies, Joshua Tree, Sedona, eastern Sierras…you pick the spot.

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To see their many travel options, visit their website: www. wildlandtrekking.com.

Restrictions: Grand Canyon Rim to Rim and Phantom Ranch Tours excluded. The gift certificate cannot be applied to a private trip. Wildland Trekking reserves the right to use existing permits and specific dates not guaranteed. Certificate valid through March 2021. Guide gratuities not included.

Thank you: The Wildland Trekking Company

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