Piedmont Wildilfe Center: Auction Preview
Auction Preview
Below is the start of a growing list of items that were generously donated to the Celebrate Wildlife! Auction.
We thank the donors of these wonderful items. This is a tentative list. Because we expect the list to grow and change we cannot guarantee that any particular item will be included in the auction or that it will be listed under the category shown.
Updated 11/20/2009
- a one-week stay in Avon, NC on the Outer Banks (www.hatterasrealty.com/house/parkplac1)
- a B&W portrait session for an individual, couple, or family (including a pet!), and a fine art 8x10 portrait print from the session, by Bogart & Bogart Photography (www.bogartphoto.com)
- behind the scenes tour of WRAL TV for four people with the opportunity to view a live news broadcast with Debra Morgan as your host (www.wral.com)
- A scuba dive in the largest aquarium exhibit in NC, at Pine Knoll Shores. Swim around 800 species including sharks and a green sea turtle! (www.ncaquariums.com/pks/pksindex.htm)
- a $550 portrait bond good towards a personal consultation, studio session, and portrait from William Branson III Portraiture (www.wbranson.com)
- a basketball signed by the 2009-2010 UNC men's basketball team and coach Roy Williams
- a Duke University autographed men's basketball from the 2009-2010 team in a collectors display case (www.goduke.com)
- autographed basketball from NC State University 2009-2010 men's basketball team in a collectors display case (www.gopack.com)
- a school presentation by renowned whale expert, Michael Fishbach, to include stories, multimedia and a 58 Foot inflatable whale
- a week in an Italian villa in via del Pizzicore, gorgeous Tuscany. Two bedrooms, fireplace, balcony, glassed terrace and a bread oven! (www.siglindascarpa.com)
- 2 hours of interior design consultation for general interior design for residential or commercial space, kitchen design, or color expertise by nationally-recognized Betsy Ross Design
Goods & Services
- the equivalent of $175.00 in tax preparation by Perspective Accounting Service
- two hours of household cleaning on a Saturday before March 2010 (www.carefreecleaning.com)
- one hour of Theater Games for Adults
- a $10 gift certificate for UPS shipping, boxes & packaging supplies, just in time for Christmas
- two hours of in-office consultation time on either family law, corporations, estate planning, or civil litigation by attorney John Fernandez (www.johnfernandezlaw.com)
- The first two books from the humorous action/adventure Tollan Trilogy, "Banking Bear & Robert The Bruce," and "Easy Come Easy Go," signed by the author Tollan Wade
Fashion and Assessories
- a pair of sterling silver feather earrings (www.skyriversjewelry.com)
- a pair of mixed-method porcelain column "ember" earrings with a matching (reversible, "ember" & "tiger") pendant (www.bluebusstudio.com)
- 1 pair fused glass earrings (www.goodharborbay.com)
- a black beaded satin purse with coiled metal handles, very chic, from Asha Handcrafts Association in India
- a Couth Cobalt & Teal Shibori-dyed silk necktie (www.dyeanotherday.etsy.com)
- a marvelous Shibori-dyed silk mini-scarf (www.dyeanotherday.etsy.com)
- a fused-glass matching earring & pendant set, mauve dolphins (www.grimballjewelers.com/)
- a fused-glass matching earring & pendant set, emerald & white leaves (www.grimballjewelers.com/)
- a fused-glass matching earring & pendant set, blue seahorses (www.grimballjewelers.com/)
- a fused-glass matching earring & pendant set, mauve & white leaves (www.grimballjewelers.com/)
- a fused-glass matching earring & pendant set, amber dolphins (www.grimballjewelers.com/)
- a fused-glass matching earring & pendant set, smoky leaves (www.grimballjewelers.com/)
- a fused-glass matching earring & pendant set, emerald turtles (www.grimballjewelers.com/)
- A silver necklace adorned with a variety of pewter animal species
- a double strand freshwater natural pearl necklace from the Philippines, 8-11mm pearls interspersed with mother-of-pearl accents
- a 3-row freshwater white coin pearl necklace with matching bracelet from the Phillipines, pearls 5 to 7.5mm in size
- a double strand freshwater sea-green pearl necklace from the Philippines, 8-11mm pearls interspersed with mother-of-pearl accents
- a necklace with a single oval mother-of-pearl pendant, from the Philippines
- a necklace with a three-tier mother-of-pearl pendant, from the Philippines
- a turquoise/howlite necklace, from the Philippines
- a brown nacre mother-of-pearl necklace, from the Philippines
- single-strand 7mm saltwater pearl necklace with matching bracelet, from the Philippines
- an amber mother-of-pearl bracelet from the Philippines
- a blue-black mother-of-pearl bracelet from the Philippines
- an amber mother-of-pearl bracelet from the Philippines
- a necklace bearing a rough rhodocrosite focal stone, lots of character, complemented by rectangualr iolite, pink swarovski crystals, and bali silver (www.earthboarjewelry.blogspot.com)
- a lovely dichroic glass pendant wrapped in sterling silver wire (www.earthboarjewelry.blogspot.com)
- a black & brown Marimekko handbag from Helsinki (www.nestedhome.com)
- a Two Loops floral design shoulderbag from India (www.nestedhome.com)
- a hand-made African necklace
- Gold Filled English wedgewood pin
- 14kt. dome ring
- Size 4 1/2 18 kt. Gold wedding band
- Size 5 18 kt. Gold wedding band
- Size 4 1/2 18 kt. Gold wedding band
- Agate necklace with 14kt. Gold accents and clasp(1 Gold bead separate from necklace)
- 14kt. Gold wedding band with three flush mount diamonds, which weight 0.06 cts each
- Pink and blue crystal pendant, 925 silver plaited with Gold
- hand-hammered sterling silver heart necklace
- Garnet cross with 925 silver fittings and chain
- Sterling silver broach of beautiful women in fancy hat
- a matched set of handmade bracelet & earrings, clear Carolina blue beads & sterling silver
- a matched set of handmade bracelet & earrings, Southwestern earth & sky color beads with sterling silver fittings
- a matched set of handmade bracelet & earrings, delicate pale jade beads with an elephant charm with sterling silver fittings
- a matched set of handmade bracelet & earrings, green & gold Jasper beads with sterling silver fittings
Beauty, Health & Fitness
- a $100 gift certificate for services at The Garden Salon (www.gardensalon.com)
- a gift-certificate for an introductory one-hour massage at Massage Envy, the gift of relaxation for the body & the mind. (www.massageenvy.com)
- one hour of massage time by Debbie Tysinger, Licensed Massage & Bodywork Therapist
- Go to the grocery store with an expert: 1 1/2 hours shopping with a registered dietician. Learn about labels, produce selection, fresh vs. frozen, menu tips & more
- one hour therapeutic massage at the Trillium Wood Massage Studio - Swedish, deep tissue, myofascial release & energy field modalities
- hypnosis package: (4) sessions with cert. consulting hypnotist at Positive Spiral in Chapel Hill. Stress reduction; exercise motivation; improve self-confidence (www.positivespiral.net)
- a gift certificate for one 30-minute reflexology session (hand or foot) at Positive Spiral in Chapel Hill (www.positivespiral.net)
- a self-care package with Thera Cane self-massager, "The Trigger Point Therapy Workbook", and an Aromatherapy Herb Pack
- a gift certificate for a Shiatsu massage - 90 minute session
- (4) one-on-one fitness training sessions w/ consult, cardiovas & strength training, body fat analysis, & nutritional guidance (www.phase2millpond.com)
- a certificate for an in-office teeth whitening session with take-home trays and bleach, from Theresa Robinson DMD (newsmilemagic.com)
Arts, Crafts and Collectables
- a framed, matted photograph of an inquisitive preying mantis by Kimberly Sabbagh
- a framed, matted monochrome photograph of a Mississippi Kite by Kimberly Sabbagh
- a Box Turtle box - lidded vessel of clay
- a Northwestern-style walnut bear carving
- a signed, matted portrait photograph of a yellow-crowned night heron, by photographer John Harmon (www.johnharmon.com)
- a hand-painted sea-turtle themed silk purse (altheaperegrine.com)
- an innovative travel basket, cut from a single piece of wood, that collapses flat for storage - has to be seen to be believed! (www.firstgiving.org/gailabrams)
- Sun Tzu's 'Art of War' authentic bamboo scrolls in Chinese calligraphy, housed in keepsake box
- a gilt-framed photo of a bird-of-paradise plant, nice color accent!
- a 24x36 framed lavender iris poster for Brian Davis' art show, signed by the artist
- a Chinese laquered plate decorated with opera masks and trimmed in gold, complete with keepsake box
- a framed poster advertising Nagel's book of paintings, featuring his elegant "Winter" portrait
- a Peking Opera paper cutout book from China, fantastic artwork!
- a hand painted decorative duck decoy, a brilliiantly detailed female widgeon (www.grimballjewelers.com/)
- a hand painted decorative duck decoy, a brilliiantly detailed male widgeon (www.grimballjewelers.com/)
- a floral photography collection of five tropical blooms in matching frames, nice color accents for any room
- a cane-drawn blown glass sculpture (www.bernsteinglass.com)
- "Mahonia," a framed 9x12 photograph signed by Amy Devereaux (adevereaux.artspan.com)
- "Illumined," 8x10 framed closeup photograph of dandelion flowers, by Susan Joyner
- This hand-crafted purse is being donated by Haley Searcy in loving memory of her mom, the artist, Susan B. Allen
- a shadow box frame of six kirigami, vinyl cutouts of poultry. Beautifully arranged.
- a hand-painted Pelican Limoges box with ornate trimwork
- "Autumn Owl," a reproduction of original watercolor painting of a barn owl signed & numbered by the artist, Dale Morgan (www.ferncreekillustrations.com)
- "Omniscient Owl", matted, framed and stamped print as authorized by the Charley Harper Art Studio
- "Slumber Party" (depicts ladybugs starting to go into hibernation), matted, framed, stamped print as authorized by the Charley Harper Art Studio
- a framed original watercolor painting of an inquisitve Mallard, by Marcy Lansman (www.marcylansman.com)
- a framed print of Albert Schweitzer's "A Prayer for Animals"
- "Return of the Sun," 16x20 framed & matted photograph of a mockingbird waiting out the stormclouds, by Susan Joyner
- "Lighten Up," 8x10 framed & matted closeup photograph of a wood duck feather against wood grain, by Susan Joyner
- "Hatched," 8x10 framed & matted chiaroscuro photograph of a robin's egg shell, by Susan Joyner
- A glassed 5x7 3-D photo of a White-breasted Nuthatch, signed and numbered limited edition by Almont Green (www.wbu.com/durham)
- A glassed 5x7 3-D photo of a Cardinal, signed and numbered limited edition by Almont Green (www.wbu.com/durham)
- A glassed 5x7 3-D photo of a Downy Woodpecker, signed and numbered limited edition by Almont Green (www.wbu.com/durham)
- A glassed 8x10 3-D photo of a Yellow-shafted Northern Flicker, signed and numbered limited edition by Almont Green (www.wbu.com/durham)
- Autographed copy of "Blue Ridge Reunion" & companion CD by Bill Leslie, a celebration of Bill's father, his paintings, and growing up in Western NC (www.billleslie.com)
- a matted, signed & numbered print "On the River" from artist Galia Goodman (www.galiagoodman.com)
- a hand turned Wall Street style wooden pen and 5 wildlife photo cards using photos of wildlife taken at Jordan Lake.
- a matted, signed & numbered print of rustic Mabry Mill, by North Carolina artist Peter Warner
- a dry-mounted wide print of the 2005 National Basketball champions' home turf, the UNC Dean Dome (www.theprintshopchapelhill.com)
- "Power and Grace," A dry-mounted poster print of a majestic white-tailed deer, by Carl Brenders (www.theprintshopchapelhill.com)
- a hand-thrown earthenware vase with original design, from Caldwell-Hohl Artworks (www.caldwellhohl.com) (www.herondance.org)
- "Bunny Youngster," a matted print of an adolescent cottontail in the spring, signed and numbered by artist Danny O'Driscoll (www.herondance.org)
- "Speck of Fruits," framed & matted pointillism-style print of pumpkin & fruits, by artist J. Nguyen
- an original, intricately detailed botanical illustration of Ground Ivy, done in Prismacolor, matted, framed & signed by artist Alison Schroeer (www.plantillustration.com)
- an original, intricately detailed botanical illustration of Henbit, done in Prismacolor, matted, framed & signed by artist Alison Schroeer (www.plantillustration.com)
- a matched necklace pair; sea-green resin beads with a songbird pendant, offset by its companion with polished jasper stones and a songbird clasp
- GoldArt miniature, a pair of birds in frame, handcrafted artistic silk-screen on 18k gold background
- bas relief sculpture of choir boys
- Yoruba Cloth Painting from west Africa
- a large wooden African mask
- a hand-blown glass vase (www.robertlevin.com)
- "Morning Cruise," a matted, framed & signed photo of a Great Blue Heron in flight, by photographer Susan Rice
- a blue hand-thrown vase, painted with gold
- "Orientalism in Art," fine art book by Christine Pelpre
- Beautifully framed and matted photograph of a cedar waxwing by Daniel Nadler (www.danielnadler.com)
- Beautifully framed and matted photograph of a white-tailed by Daniel Nadler (www.danielnadler.com)
- Beautifully framed and matted photograph of a humpback whale by Daniel Nadler (www.danielnadler.com)
- "Flame Wolf,"a reproduction of original watercolor painting of a gray wolf signed & numbered by the artist, Dale Morgan (www.ferncreekillustrations.com)
- "Wild Cat," a reproduction of original watercolor painting of a wildcat signed & numbered by the artist, Dale Morgan (www.ferncreekillustrations.com)
- a handmade Haitian cake dish made of rich grained wood, beautiful!
Kids
- 4 admission vouchers to the Marbles Kids Museum in Raleigh (www.marbleskidsmuseum.org)
- one hour of academic tutoring (reading or language arts of any kind), preschool through adult
- one month of gymnastics classes for a child 6-12 years old
- a gift certificate to pick up a bouquet of long-lasting balloons for your event (www.balloonsandtunes.com)
- a lovable, huggable plush teddy bear (www.balloonsandtunes.com)
- a six-hour drop-in childcare package to be used at any of the four Triangle RightTime KiDS Drop-in Centers (Raleigh, Cary, Morrisville & Garner) (www.righttimekids.com)
- a six-hour drop-in childcare package to be used at any of the four Triangle RightTime KiDS Drop-in Centers (Raleigh, Cary, Morrisville & Garner) (www.righttimekids.com)
- a six-hour drop-in childcare package to be used at any of the four Triangle RightTime KiDS Drop-in Centers (Raleigh, Cary, Morrisville & Garner) (www.righttimekids.com)
- one hour of Drama Games for children, ages 5-10
- a very ornate complete Playmobil dollmansion including playground, furnishings & figures
- Bundle of works for young nature-lovers: Activity book, card game, and a collection of games & puzzles
- a matched pair of ragdoll elephants, great for bed decorations, bookends, or snuggling
- a pair of far-too-realistic looking cicada magnets, guaranteed not to be used for fridge notes (www.nestedhome.com)
- a Fat Cat bracelet of pink beads and silver accents
- a Fat Cat bracelet of pink beads and pearly accents
- a Fat Cat bracelet of pink beads and silver accents
- a Fat Cat bracelet of pink & clear beads
- Jr. Ornithologist Package (there are 9 of these) (www.piedmontwildlifecenter.org)
Home & Garden
- a Gift Certificate for $25 from Niche Gardens (www.nichegardens.com)
- a Gift Certificate for $25 from Niche Gardens (www.nichegardens.com)
- a dinnerware platter with wildlife design by Janet Resnik (www.janetresnikpottery.com)
- a 5 foot Euphobia cactus with two companion aloe vera plants
- a 2 foot aloe vera plant with offshoots
- a full-size rain barrel, for your wildlife garden or lawn, to conserve and provide wildlife habitat (www.keepdurhambeautiful.org)
- a stingray-themed decorative throw pillow (www.ninepatch.com)
- a treated steel indoor-outdoor happy frog sculpture
- a kitchen island with butcher block top and drop-away extension, two storage shelves underneath
- Ladies Leaf luncheon/tea service for four, ivory porcelain
- one hour of free handyman work around the house, small carpentry, repairs, etc. (tinyurl.com/ncsfws)
- one day of Goat Patrol lawn service, environmentally-friendly heavy duty yard cleanup through grazing goats! (www.thegoatpatrol.com)
- a deep round Longaberger basket with holiday liner, blue cover and washable plastic insert
- a small square pottery planter, heavy espresso acrylic glaze (www.morganimports.com)
- hand-made hypertufa pot with a beautiful dwarf cryptomeria japonica tansu (Japanese Cedar)
- an authentic George Foreman Grill! (www.firstgiving.org/gailabrams)
- Sniff sniff! What's that wonderful aroma? It's your new Pantrylite jar candle in Aloe scent
- a $25 gift certificate to Urban Sampler in Pittsboro - cottage & classic antique furniture and accessories
- Handmade & hand-painted serving platter from Tuscany, Italy. Made of terra bianca and dishwasher safe, the Panorama Collection beautifully illustrates a breathtaking Italian landscape (www.vietri.com)
- a handmade serving platter by local artist Siglinda Scarpa - this gray leaf-shaped pottery piece is functional as well as beautiful (www.siglindascarpa.com)
- One hour review of current home maintenance needs, a $75 value, by Handyman Solutions (www.carolinahandyman.com)
- a black leather Buque, a boat-shaped desktop organizer, truly unique (www.nestedhome.com)
- a set of parrot-themed note cards: 12 Get Well and 12 Beach themes with envelopes, original artwork by local artist Jim Snapper (www.parrotnib.com)
- a handmade afghan, green & brown, made exclusively for this auction!
- Hamilton Beach Belgian waffle maker
- large green and white ceramic flower pot
- a brand-new quality wheeled garment bag, look snazzy when you arrive
Food and Wine
- two fabulous homemade Granny Smith apple pies - one baked and ready-to-eat, one frozen for later on!
- a gift certificate for $15 for wine & wine accessories at Benjamin Vineyards & Winery (www.benjaminvineyards.com)
- a $25 gift certificate for exotic ready-made entrees from EV Southpoint, bring gourmet cooking home! (evsouthpoint.com)
- a $50 gift certificate to one of five Chapel Hill restaurants (www.chapelhillrestaurantgroup.com)
- a $100 gift certificate to The Angus Barn, "Beefeater's Haven" in Raleigh (www.angusbarn.com)
- a Fibrament pizza stone, 13" diameter, good for gas, electric and convection ovens
- Enjoy a $25 gift certificate to Joe Van Gogh/Cup A Joe coffeehouses! Brewing organic & Fair Trade coffee freshly roasted everyday! (www.joevangogh.com)
- a $45 gift certificate to Carrabba's Italian Grill, New Hope Commons in Durham (www.carrabbas.com)
- a $15 gift certificate to Sal's Pizza & Italian Restaurant
- a $25 gift certificate for lunch, dinner, catering or takeout from Dickey's Barbecue Pit in Durham and Cary (www.dickeys.com)
- a gift certificate for 2 dinner entrees (up to $50!) from Lone Star Steakhouse & Saloon, New Hope Commons in Durham (www.lonestarsteakhouse.com)
- Yummy! Terrific trio in the kitchen - next stop, dinner! Imported Italian apron, pasta cookbook, and wooden pasta fork
- a $20 gift certificate to Toast Paninoteca in Durham (www.toast-fivepoints.com)
- Walnut tart - one made fresh for the evening and lessons to go with it
- A stainless steel Tiffin box of handmade, locally produced chocolates from Dolla Mama Chocolates, Durham (www.dollymamachocolate.com)
- a gift certificate for $20 of authentic farm-raised buffalo meat from Sunset Ridge Buffalo Farm in Roxboro (www.sunsetridgebuffalo.com)
- Five pounds of grass-fed ground beef, a delicious, lean, and healthy meat raised in a natural, ecologically sustainable, and humane way. (www.hogansbeef.com)
Things For and About Animals
- a blue custom decor ceramic birdhouse from Outdoor Bird Company
- a green custom decor ceramic birdhouse from Outdoor Bird Company
- a blue custom decor ceramic birdhouse from Outdoor Bird Company
- a set of six visitor passes to the Carolina Raptor Center in Charlotte (www.carolinaraptorcenter.org)
- a large two-story, ready to hang, squirrel home with porch and lookout (www.TwinOaksTeam.com)
- a copy of "Cats & Dogs of Chapel Hill," written and illustrated by Beverly Dyer (www.beverlydyer.com)
- a Colibri glass & metal hummingbird feeder
- a $50 gift certificate good for boarding or bath services at Cole Park Veterinary Hospital in Chapel Hill (www.coleparkvet.com)
- a $50 gift certificate good for boarding or bath services at Cole Park Veterinary Hospital in Chapel Hill (www.coleparkvet.com)
- a faux-suede topped "big shrimpy" bed for small to medium sized dog. (www.phydeauxpets.com)
- A raffia dog carrier in mango red for a medium-small dog. (www.forestsoftheworld.com)
- A raffia dog carrier in mango red for a medium-small dog. (www.forestsoftheworld.com)
- A raffia dog carrier in mango red for a cat or small dog. (www.forestsoftheworld.com)
- A raffia dog carrier in cinnamon and black for a medium-small dog (www.forestsoftheworld.com)
- A raffia dog carrier in cinnamon and black for a medium-small dog (www.forestsoftheworld.com)
- A raffia dog carrier in cinnamon and black for a medium-small dog (www.forestsoftheworld.com)
- Show your support for North Carolina's threatened red wolves with this tote bag and coffee mug from the Red Wolf Coalition
- a set of parrot-themed note cards: 12 Get Well and 24 Beach themes with envelopes, original artwork by local artist Jim Snapper (www.parrotnib.com)
- a set of parrot-themed note cards: 12 Get Well and 24 Beach themes with envelopes, original artwork by local artist Jim Snapper (www.parrotnib.com)
Out & About
- a $25 gift certificate for The Cheesecake Factory - steaks, seafood, pasta, salads, and of course, cheesecake! (www.thecheesecakefactory.com)
- a gift certificate for any two entrees and two non-alcoholic beverages at Brigs Restaurants (www.brigsrestaurants.com)
- a certificate for dinner for two at the Saratoga Grill in historic downtown Hillsborough
- a $25 gift certificate to Bandido's Mexican Cafe in lovely downtown Chapel Hill. (www.bandidoscafe.com)
- a $25 gift certificate to Bandido's Mexican Cafe in lovely downtown Chapel Hill. (www.bandidoscafe.com)
- $30 worth of coupons to TGI Fridays in Cary
- $100 gift certificate for dinner for two in the Fairview Dining Room at Washington Duke Inn & Golf Club (www.washingtondukeinn.com)
- a family pack of four passes to the North Carolina Zoological Park in Asheboro, includes admission to special events (www.nczoo.org)
- a voucher for two tickets to a performance of Nutcracker (www.carolinaballet.com)
- a one-year family membership to the Raleigh City Museum with 3 Briggs Hardware T-shirts (www.raleighcitymuseum.org)
- a six-week group dance class for one person (www.musicanddance.com)
- a six-week group dance class for one person (www.musicanddance.com)
- a six-week group dance class for one person (www.musicanddance.com)
- dual membership with the NC Museum of Art and a copy of "Temples & Tombs: Treasures of Egyptian Art from the British Museum" (www.ncartmuseum.org)
- a family membership to North Carolina Museum of Natural Sciences with a Museum backpack (www.naturalsciences.org)
- a family pass admission to the North Carolina Museum of Life & Science (www.ncmls.org)
- a family pass admission to the North Carolina Museum of Life & Science (www.ncmls.org)
- five tickets to a Cat's Cradle Concert (www.catscradle.com)
- five tickets to a Cat's Cradle Concert (www.catscradle.com)
- an Eno River gift package with two 3-day passes to the 2010 Festival for the Eno, a one-year membership, an Eno River color map, bandana, and mug (www.enoriver.org)
Sports & Outdoors
- four Carolina Hurricanes tickets for Sunday, January 24th against the Boston Bruins, best seats in the house with premium parking passes!
- 2 tickets to Duke Mens basketball vs Clemson on Sunday, January 3, 2010
- 2 tickets to any Carolina Hurricanes home game in January 2010 (except Jan 24)
- a Portable EZ Cook gas camping grill and a Coleman D-cell camping lantern
- an autographed basketball from the 2009-2010 UNC women's basketball team in its own collectors display case.
- Duke University autographed women's basketball from the 2009-2010 team in a collectors display case (www.goduke.com)
- two tickets to NC State Men's Basketball Vs. Holy Cross on January 6, 2010
- two tickets to NC State Men's Basketball vs Florida on Jan 3, 2010
- a Thule 963 Spare Me mounting rack, carry two bikes over the spare tire on your SUV
- a NC State University 2009-2010 women's basketball signed by coach Kelly Harper in a collectors display case (www.gopack.com)
- a pair of area passes and ski rental for Wolf Ridge Ski Resort in Mars Hill, NC (www.skiwolfridge.com)
- a two-hour Women's Initiative Riding session with Deborah Pearson-Moyers, owner and trainer at the stables of Blue Skies of mapleview in Hillsborough (www.blueskiesmapleview.us)
Great Getaways
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