ITEM #1: 4 NIGHTS IN A 1930s ADOBE CASITA IN TAOS
2 bedroom/1bathroom with a sleeper sofa in the living room. Great place to arrange a reunion! All furnished including kitchen supplies and bedding/towels. Private backyard and patio. Walk to downtown Taos plaza, parks, art museum, groceries, music, restaurants. Quiet and private. Close to Taos Ski Valley, Red River x-country skiing, Santa Fe, non-stop flights from Seattle to Albuquerque on Alaska, then 2 1/2 drive up to Taos. Elevation 7,000'. 4-night stay. Mutually agreed upon dates. Not available Dec 20-Jan 25. Donated by Ginny Calvin Value: $400 MINIMUM BID: $100 - BID HERE WINNING BIDS: Beth $375 Ronda $350 Beth U. $275 Ronda $250 ITEM #2: GARDEN PARTY WITH A VIEW
Summer event hosted by Presha, Kristi, Shannon, Martha and Becky. Come join us for the cocktail hour on a sunny summer evening. Enjoy tasty h’or d’oeuvres, favorite beverages and gorgeous views of the lake and Mt. Rainier. Available to the first 20 Conibear members to ante up $30. Date to be determined in the summer of 2017. Party is at Presha’s home in Madrona. Donated by Presha, Kristi, Shannon, Martha and Becky Value: $500 MINIMUM BID: $30 - BID HERE WINNING BIDS: Sara A., $30, Catharine Reid - $30, Ginny C. $30, Nancy G. $30, Raleigh $30, Jane $30, Beth U. $30, Maggie $30, Gail S. $30, Claudia $30, Tara V. $30, Ellie $30, Betsy $30, Tara M. $30, Carrie $30, Heidi $30, Katie E. $30, Marie $30, Irena $30 ITEM #3: CARE PACKAGE FOR YOUR COLLEGE STUDENT (OR STARVING MILLENNIAL)
Coni-Moms! Have a college student that needs a pick-me-up during mid terms? Claudia will FedEx dozens of her specialty chocolate chip cookies to your son/daughter. He/She will be the envy of the dorm! Included in the package will be a hand-written note from you, and you can even take credit for making the cookies. Donated by Claudia Smith Value: $40 MINIMUM BID: $10 - BID HERE WINNING BIDS: Tara V $85 Betsy $40 Tara V. $30 Carrie S. $25 Maggie $25 Joy, $20 ITEM #4: "INVISIBLE" RETAINER!
Hey Bears!! Need a new retainer or a spare just in case doggie gets to it? Or a night guard? For you or your kid or whoever? You can bid for a invisible retainer set or a night guard custom made just for you by your most favorite orthodontist Dr Irena Baker at her conveniently located Columbia City office. Custom fit invisible retainers, a set for upper and lower teeth. Upgrade your old retainer, or have a spare set - a win-win for all! Retainers constructed by your favorite orthodontist, Dr. Irena Baker. Donated by Dr. Irena Baker Value: $250 MINIMUM BID: $50 - BID HERE WINNING BIDS: Becky $150 Betsy $100 Becky B $75 Ginny C. $60 Shannon $50 ITEM #5: 2017 NW REGIONALS SHIRTS!
Everyone who didn't order a t-shirt for NW Regionals this year was green with envy as the beautiful tye-dye creations were passed out at Vancouver lake...Don't miss out on this gem of an item for 2017. $25 minimum bid per shirt. Donated by Claudia, Betsy, Tara and Company Value: $25 CONIBEAR ONLY MINIMUM BID: $25 - BID HERE WINNING BIDS: Gail $25, Tara M. $25, Maggie $25, Jane $25, Nancy G $25, Sara A $25, Katie $25, Irena $25 ITEM #6: MONTHLY COOKIES FOR 6 MONTHS
A batch of homemade cookies (30+) cookies delivered to your door! Pick a flavor from a list that I will offer such as chocolate chip, triple chocolate, oatmeal date, ginger, jelly tots and much more! I can make one batch a month that will be delivered within 10 miles of Mt Baker Boathouse on a mutually agreed date. Donated by Erin Youtz Retail Value: $75 MINIMUM BID: $10 - BID HERE WINNING BIDS: Irena $75 Ginny $50 Beth $45 Joy K. $38 Ginny C. $35 Beth U. $20 ITEM #7: STARGAZING 202
Hey Bears! Maybe you heard about Professor Kristi's fantastic constellations talk last January and wished you hadn't missed out? Or you were there and want to learn more? Or you scan the sky at the beginning of practice and wish you could pick out more than the Big Dipper? Well, make sure you are not hibernating in January, because we are throwing another Stargazing Party! $25 minimum bid per spot. Limited spots! Where: Betsy's house on Mercer Island (2829 69th Ave SE) When: Sunday January 29 (new moon; sky will be perfect) at 5:30 pm What: Delicious home-cooking and more star gazing! Your hosts - Mary, Leslie, Robyn, Kristi and Betsy. Limit 35...but feel free to include significant other(s) in your signup Donated by Mary, Leslie, Robyn, Kristi and Betsy Value: $25 each MINIMUM BID: $25 - BID HERE WINNING BIDS: Sara A., $25, Catharine R. $25, Shannon $25, Ronda $25, Nancy G. $25, Raleigh $25, Tara M. $25, Tara V. $25, Carrie S. $25, Maggie $25, Martha $25, Presha $25, Beth $25, Joy $25, Becky $25, Heidi $25, katie $25, Rita $25, Irena $25, Claudia $25 ITEM #8: GORGEOUS FLOWER POTS
Get some pretty pots for your deck, porch or kitchen counter! Conibear decor-maven Sara Amies will create some masterpieces! Donated by Sara Amies Value: $75 MINIMUM BID: $25 - BID HERE WINNING BIDS: Gertrude $150 Tara V $75 Beth $70 Kristi $60 Jane $50 Kristi S. $40 Tara V. $40 Robyn N. $30 ITEM #9: ERGING WITH TIM VAGEN
Join Mount Baker coach Tim Vagen as he breaks down the rowing stroke on the erg, in a group session oriented toward identifying areas for improvement and practicing technique tips. Will include technical and video analysis. Tim will provide post-erg snacks! To be scheduled during the 'Conibear break' (winter). Approximately 90 minute session. Donated by Coach Tim Vagen Value: $90 MINIMUM BID: $25 - BID HERE WINNING BIDS: Irena $25 Robyn $25 Ronda $25 Katie $25 Maggie $25 Heidi $25 Claudia S. $25 Tara V. $25 ITEM #10: MARKERS, MUNCHIES AND MIMOSAS
This festive event takes place from 10-1 on January 8th at Jeanne Iannucci's lovely Mt. Baker home. In addition to enjoying the scrumptious Sunday brunch whipped up by Tara V. and team, you can indulge your inner child or inner artiste by using water-soluble markers to design your very own dishwasher-safe plate! All art materials supplied. Completed melamine plates make great personalized gifts and will be returned in time for Valentine's Day-hint, hint. Your first plate is included. You can submit subsequent designs for the low group rate of $7/ plate. Donated by Jeanne and Denise Value: $15/person MINIMUM BID: $15 - BID HERE WINNING BIDS: Catharine $15 Katie $15 Nancy Y $15 Gail S. $15 |
ITEM #11: FALL HARVEST BASKET
Includes homemade jam from local organic berries, homemade banana bread, a variety of veggies and fruit and a terrific cookbook which gives a recipe for all vegetables A-Z and includes the best way to store each of them. Donated by Rita Mae Sheckler Value: $70 MINIMUM BID: $25 - BID HERE WINNING BIDS: Tara V $55 Betsy $50 Robyn N. $30 ITEM #12: BOUNTY FROM THE GARDEN
Each summer we get bounty from the trees in our yard. This summer we had over 100 pounds of fruit. Enjoy the sweetness of the summer preserved. Add a bottle of wine and you're all set. Donated by Beth Upton Value: $25 MINIMUM BID: $10 - BID HERE WINNING BIDS: Katie $45 Sara L. $40 Ginny C. $15 ITEM #13: FRESH CRAB! Half a dozen freshly caught crab from Katie E's and Nancy Y's annual trip to Cama Beach in July! You choose: either just the meat (we'll shell & pick if you wish!), or the cooked crab, still in the shell. Either way, we'll catch it, kill it, clean it and cook it and deliver it to you when we get back sometime in the second week of July! Donated by Katie Egolf and Nancy Yamamoto Value: $100 MINIMUM BID: $25 - BID HERE WINNING BIDS: Beth $125 Ellie $105 Gail E. $100 ITEM #14: BLAKE ISLAND WATER TRANSPORT & PICNIC
Round-trip private utility boat transport for up to 6 passengers to Blake Island Marine State Park. Includes, beach drop on the northwest point's sandy beach, gourmet picnic set up for you, as well as time to lounge on the beach, hike the island's trails, and even explore Tillicum Village's gift shop on the West side of the island (accessible via walking trial). Round trip transport from Don Armeni Boat Launch at Alki, departing late morning, returning early evening, same day. Mutually agreed sunny summer Saturday or Sunday. "Blake Island Marine State Park is a 475-acre marine camping park with five miles of saltwater beach shoreline providing magnificent views of the Olympic Mountains and the Seattle skyline. The park is only reachable by tour boat or private boat. Situated approximately 8 miles from downtown Seattle in the middle of Puget Sound, the island is close enough for a day sail, yet far enough removed from the chaos and clamor of the city to be worth the excursion". Donated by Carrie Scull Value: $150 MINIMUM BID: $50 - BID HERE WINNING BIDS: Irena $150 Ginny $110 Betsy $100 Ginny $80 Jane $75 Ginny C. $65 Raleigh $50 Jane $50 ITEM #15: 3-HOUR TOUR ON THE CURVATURE
The sun will return again and you can enjoy a cruise aboard Curvature with up to 3 friends. Celebrate a special occasion or just enjoy the sights. Your crew (Eleanor and Sara) will provide the setting for a pleasant afternoon or evening excursion this coming spring or summer. Donated by Sara and Eleanor Value: $300 MINIMUM BID: $50 - BID HERE WINNING BIDS: Irena $255 Betsy $150 Carrie S. $100 Sarah ITEM #16: HANDMADE WOODEN COASTERS
Set of 4 hardwood coasters, felt backing. Handmade by Ellie! Donated by Ellie Horsnell Value: $40 MINIMUM BID: $20 - BID HERE WINNING BIDS: Katie $51 Jane $45 Katie $40 Jane $30 Sara L. $25 ITEM #17: BASKET OF GOODS FOR THE SAVVY ROWER
Just what a savvy rower needs...a basket of home canned peaches, cherries and tuna along with a no float, never wear out Sore No More butt pad. A bit of coffee and a gift certificate for Full Tilt Ice Cream. Donated by Nancy George Value: $50 MINIMUM BID: $10 - BID HERE WINNING BIDS: Sara L $44.44 Presha $30 Kristi $20 Tara V. $25 ITEM #18: CUSTOM FRAMING
Custom picture framing from fabric pieces to works of art on canvas or paper. Donated by Mary Chalker Value: $150 MINIMUM BID: $25 - BID HERE WINNING BIDS: Betsy $150 Denise $125 Gail $100 ITEM #19: MATTED ROWING PHOTOGRAPH
Add some rowing beauty to your home or office! Choose an image from Coach Sara's rowing portfolio. Your selection will be printed and matted to your specifications. Donated by Sara Lopez Value: $25 MINIMUM BID: $25 - BID HERE WINNING BIDS: Tara V $41 Joy K. $35 Sara A., $30 Raleigh $30 ITEM #20: PET PORTRAIT
You supply the photo and I will create a painting to honor your dog, cat, bird, goldfish or any creature you call your pet. The painting will be done in high quality acrylic, on your choice of wood panel or canvas. Any size (within reason!). Unframed. The painting you see here is of the Shelty Rocky, beloved by former Conibear rower Vicki McAffree. Donated by Becky Brown Value: $250 CONIBEAR ONLY MINIMUM BID: $50 - BID HERE WINNING BIDS: Sara A $227 Marie $175 Sara A $167 Joy K. $120 Kristi S. $100 Catharine R. - $75 Sara A, $50 ITEM #21: FUND-A-PADDLE!
Don't see any items you'd like to bid on? Still want to be a part of the auction total? Each donation over $25 receives a limited edition Port or Starboard bracelet with charm and extra hardware! Handmade by Maggie Cross Minimum Bid: $25 - BID HERE WINNING BIDS: Gail U. $100, Joy, $25, Robyn N. $30, Tara M. $25, Raleigh $50, Jane $25, Becky B $150, Sara A. $25, Nancy Y $30, Katie $25, Tara V $100, Catharine $130, Rita $100, Ronda $50, Janet $100, Carrie $30 Gertrude $150, Claudia S $75 |