Wild for the Yuba Auction Items Announced

In addition to the beer & wine tasting, live music by Mojo Green, food, fun and dancing, Wild for the Yuba has SYRCL’s renowned AUCTION! Here’s a little showcase of a few items that will be up for auction on June 6th!  There is also a list of all the restaurants, shops, services and donors who have contributed to this year’s auction. We have art, homegoods, dining experiences, tours, adventures, classes, tickets, you name it! This is one time you won’t want to be left saying you accidentally left your wallet at home!

See something you like? You don’t want to miss out on all the great deals you can snag at this event. Tickets are still on sale, get yours today!

Auction Items

Peter Brost Driftwood River Map: Driftwood from the Yuba, wood burned and colored. The “Wild & Scenic” portion of the Yuba, from Spaulding to Englebright. Size is 70″ long by 8″ high. Tributaries, roads, trails, towns and other features highlighted.

Still Water Ranch: Sweetwater bungalow on the private Still Waters Ranch, Englebright Lake includes queen bed with linens, kitchen area with Coleman stove and kitchen supplies, sink with running water, limited electricity, bathhouse and claw foot tub on deck. Includes 2 kayaks with access to natural sandy beach and propane BBQ.

Costa Rica Tour: Includes a 5-night stay in an Andaz king or twin room at the Andaz Peninsula Papagayo Resort, round-trip coach class airfare for 2 from the 48 contiguous U.S. to Guanacaste, Costa Rica, booking & concierge service. Nestled on a hill, almost imperceptible among the trees and overlooking the sapphire blue waters of Culebra Bay, the Andaz Peninsula Papagayo Resort provides the perfect location for you to escape. Travel + Leisure recently named the resort as one of the best new hotels and resorts around the globe on its 10th Annual ‘It List,’ unveiling.

Earthwalker 2 day, 1 night Survival Course:  Earthwalker is committed to enriching lives by providing instruction and leadership in basic wilderness survival skills and therapeutic counseling in the Sierra Nevada Mountains and Foothills. This survival class will provide you with the foundation to basic wilderness survival. Locally owned and operated, Earthwalker provides five Wilderness Therapy excursions and five Wilderness Survival Skills courses. Earthwalker offers day workshops as well as collaborates with various instructors and like-minded businesses for special events.

America’s Cup Yacht Sailing In San Francisco or San Diego: Enjoy a 2.5 hour hand-on sailing experience aboard either the famous America’s Cup challenger, USA76 all-carbon racing yacht for an exhilarating sail across the San Francisco waterfront and under the Golden Gate Bridge, or  America’s Cup Manchester in San Diego. Be the skipper as you take your turn at the helm of this high speed yacht or sit back and enjoy the ride! Each includes a 4-night stay and concierge.

OARS Rafting Trip: One day trip for four on the South Fork of the American River with OARS (Outdoor Adventure River Specialists). O.A.R.S. was the first exclusively oar-powered rafting company permitted to operate trips on the Colorado River through the Grand Canyon. Through their four decades in the adventure travel industry, they have become the largest and most diverse family of river-based adventure travel companies in North America, operating on over 1230 miles of rivers in the continental U.S.

Guided Fly Fishing Trip for two: On the lower Yuba with Reel Anglers Fly Shop. All equipment, lunch, snacks, beverages, provided. A full day, approximately 6-8 hour trip. Whether you are a weekend warrior or the consummate angler – The Reel Anglers Fly Shop provides some of the best fly fishing gear and experience on the planet! We are owned and operated by people who actually use the fly fishing equipment we sell. Be it fly rods, fly reels, waders, vests, footwear or clothing: we pick the best products from top manufacturers around the world.

New Orleans Jazz Experience: Includes a 3-night stay in a standard guest room at the Hyatt French Quarter New Orleans, VIP admission for 2 including skip-the-line status to the Preservation Hall of Jazz, Jazz Brunch or 3-course dinner with wine pairing for 2 at Commander’s Palace Restaurant, round-trip coach class airfare for 2 to New Orleans, LA, booking & concierge service. Enjoy a 3-night stay at this landmark luxury hotel located on Bourbon Street in the heart of the historic New Orleans French Quarter. Ride a streetcar to the stunning Garden District or hop aboard the magnificent paddlewheeler. No city in North America can compete with New Orleans when it comes to culture, food, historic architecture and joie de vivre!

California Solar Electric Company: Receive up to $1,000 off the installation price of your solar system! It’s the gift that keeps on giving – to the environment and your wallet – for years to come! California Solar Electric Company is a solar energy systems integrator dedicated to facilitating the implementation of solar technologies for commercial, industrial, governmental and residential entities seeking the benefits of renewable energy production. With in-house resources and an extensive network of industry partners, we offer a wide array of services from small scale residential and niche application projects to large scale commercial projects.

Three Forks Bakery & Brewing Co: Enjoy a private tour of the brewery with Dave Cowie, master brewer, with beer tasting to follow. Three Forks Bakery & Brewing Co serves wood-fired pizza, craft beer brewed in our 7 barrel brewhouse, regional wines, hard cider, artisan breads, baked goods, soup, salad, sandwiches, fresh drinks, loose leaf tea, espresso and coffee. They source as much of our food as possible from local organic producers and their coffee and teas are organic and fair trade. Their menu changes weekly – it’s fresh, simple, and based on what is available locally in each season.

Jude Bischoff: Plein Air Pyramid Bear Limited Edition Giclee Print, Signed and Numbered. You may recognize Jude’s artwork from the 2015 Wild & Scenic Film Festival official poster. The rhythms found in nature, the same rhythms found in music, flow off his brush and onto the canvas. He paints from his heart, there are no preliminary drawings or idea sketches. His work only progresses naturally, confidently using the brush to draw each painting.

Synergia Learning Ventures: A day on the Challenge Ropes Course with Synergia Learning Ventures. The ropes course program at Synergia is well known for its excellent facilitation and state-of-the-art course construction. Certificate is good for an adult group of up to 12 (adult group could include older teenagers). Additional cost for groups larger than 12.

Nevada County Fairgrounds Draft Horse Classic: The 2015 Draft Horse Classic Package includes 2 reserved seats to the premier Draft Horse show in the western United States, featuring six majestic performances, along with non-stop entertainment in between classes. Join the beautiful Draft Horses at the 2015 Draft Horse Classic. Majestic Draft Horse performances, breath-taking competitions, and seeing a Draft Horse “up-close” – it’s all part of the Annual Draft Horse Classic and Harvest Fair at the Nevada County Fairgrounds in Grass Valley.

Private Flights with Captain Heavy Jet: Soar above the Sierra in a one hour scenic flight for up to 3 people in Nevada County. Spot your home, follow the river, explore from the air!

David Wong Photography: A framed photograph, “Redwood Cathedral” taken in the northern California redwoods during morning light. David Wong is a nature lover and landscape photographer who’s goal is to capture an image that conveys a sense of story, punctuated by light, composition, movement and “soul.” Serenity and a sense of “zen” are also important elements to his work.

Thank you to all of our donors!