Great new auction items!
- Craig Cat "Catch-It" Boat w/ 25 HP Mercury four stroke engine and trailer. For more info. go to www.craigcat.com
The CraigCat: It's Fun, It's Versatile and It's Exhilarating! The CraigCat moves effortlessly across the water and banks into the turns for an exhilarating experience. All ages, men and women, enjoy the experience of owning a CraigCat. The patented design focuses on the quality of the ride; this allows both passengers to ride with confidence so that they're comfortable and relaxed as well. It is easy to trailer, easy to launch, easy to operate and great fun without all the hassles of larger boats. The CraigCat can maneuver into all sorts of places & excellent for shallow water fishing. It is the freedom to go where you want, when you want and totally enjoy the smooth and quiet experience-cruise all day, fish or dive, whatever you feel like doing.The CraigCat is made entirely in the U.S.A. of quality products, all stainless steel and nylon hardware. The decks are hand-laid fiberglass. The pontoons are constructed of rotomolded seamless one-piece polyethylene solid injected with urethane foam. It is an 11'4" catamaran featuring comfortable side-by-side padded seats and a convertible bimini that folds back. The amenities include deluxe padded bucket seats, twin-Halogen docking lights, NAV and anchor light, Sony AM/FM/CD stereo, fishing rod holder (4-rods), storage compartments, many fishing accessory options, electric tilt and trim, electric key start with full remote and much more. It offers stability, lightweight for portability and low-freight cost. The phenomenal deck design does not collect water. Gas consumption and maintenance is minimal; the 6.6 gallon gas tank lasts all day. CraigCat is a boat with image. Designed just as much for fun as it is for function. No matter what the occasion, the CraigCat always turns heads. They are the ultimate in design and performance for any recreational water-sport, inshore, lakes or rivers; for playing, fishing, diving or cruising. This package comes complete with a 25hp Mercury engine and trailer. Experience one for yourself!!
Donor: Tempress Products
Value: $11,500 - Dry Storage for your boat at Calusa Island Marina in Goodland. For more info go to www.calusaislandmarina.com
Calusa Island Marina is a boater's dream! Coon Key Pass and the Marco River provide easy deep-water access from the bordering Ten Thousand Islands and Gulf of Mexico. The Ship's Store has everything you'll need: gas and diesel fuel, bait, tackle, ice, maps, clothing - you name it! This package includes 12 months continuous dry rack storage for one boat up to 25 feet length overall at Calusa Island Marina in Goodland. Must start storage prior to December 1, 2007. Good for 12 months from inception. Subject to all conditions of standard lease agreement. Make Calusa Island Marina your next Sun Coast port!
Donor: Calusa Island Marina
Value: $3,300 - Trip for two(2) anglers to the Rio Negro Lodge in Brazil to fish for Peacock Bass. Everything included except air fare. For more info go to www.amazontours.com
Fish the Rio Negro River for peacock bass with your own personal guide while staying in a lush tropical paradise. Amazon Tours and Tempress Products donated this amazing fishing trip for two (2) at the luxurious Rio Negro Lodge in Brazil. Amidst a world of tropical birds, pink dolphins and wild orchids, two lucky anglers will spend six spectacular days of fishing for peacock bass while seeing the wonders of the Amazon rainforest. Package includes all air charters and ground transfers while in Brazil, lodging, food, open bar, native guide in a Nitro bass boat, fishing gear, daily laundry/maid service, local fishing and license. The luxurious Rio Negro Lodge is located in the heart of the Brazilian rainforest, just a 20-minue boat ride from the site where one of Amazon Tours' guests caught the IGFA World Record Peacock of 27 pounds. Not included are transportation costs to and from Manaus, Brazil, passport and visa costs, tips/gratuities, and meals last day in Manaus. Tips are non-transferable and may be scheduled anytime during the fishing season which is October 5, 2007 to March 9, 2008, subject to availability.
Donors: Amazon Tours & Tempress Products
Value: $9,900 - A day of fishing with legendary angler and long time host of the "Fishing with Roland Martin Show"
- Private 5-Course Dinner for eight by Chef Michael Duncan
Memories will be made at your residence by NYC Executive Chef Michael Duncan. He will prepare a five course gourmet meal at your home for eight (8) people to include Veal Tenderloin, Lobster and Duck. This package is a MUST for the food connoisseur! Availability: 11/07 - 12/07; 04/08 - 06/08. Not available 01/08 - 03/08. Naples Only.
Donor: Naples Yacht Club
Value: $1,200 - Pamper yourself for a week in a 10,000 sq. ft. tropical home in Manzanilla, Mexico
Come and enjoy this open air tropical home complete with waterfall pool in La Manzanilla, Mexico. La Manzanilla is located on the central Pacific coast of Mexico, south of Puerto Vallarta at the south end of Bahia Tenacatita, a picturesque half-moon shaped bay that opens onto the Pacific. It's a quaint little fishing village, home to approximately 500 residents who are mainly employed in the fishing industry. At one time, the village and surrounding lands were part of a large, privately owned hacienda. Today, the area has become a popular beach destination for locals from the surrounding mountain villages, as well as tourists looking for a more adventurous vacation. Many species of fish and sea life can be found in the sheltered bay, and birdwatching, hiking, biking, beachcombing, snorkeling and wildlife observation are other popular activities in La Manzanilla. Right next to the village is a Federal Ecological Zone that harbors Egrets, Heron, King Fishers, Anhingas, alligators and more. This package includes; Four (4) full suites with baths; 2 with king beds, 2 with double queen beds (Sleeps 12/Perfect for four couples). Air Conditioning in bedrooms and kitchen, pool with full bar, private beach, and 2 tennis courts. Includes full servant service: Household Manager, cooks, maids, bartender, driver. Will prepare all meals at the home. Reservations are Saturday 2:00pm to Saturday 10:00am Central time. Auction item must be used 12 months from date of auction or it will expire. Valid June - November. Holidays excluded. If package yields at least $14,000, then holidays will be included and will be available for year-round use per donor request. No other black out dates except prior auction reservations.
Donor: Scott & Gail Klabunde
Value: $14,000
If you are interested in "Pre-Bidding" on one of these amazing packages, please contact Michelle Schweber, Development Director at 239.403.4228 or e-mail her at MichelleS@conservancy.org. Sealed bids will be taken in advance. Benefits the Conservancy of Southwest Florida water protection programs.
