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NESS Gala Auction Item Sneak Peeks!

This year, NESS’s Annual Benefit Gala is going virtual! Funds raised at the Gala are used to support NESS’s annual fund and programming to keep NESS inclusive and accessible to all.

Our online auction is full of experiences and one-of-a-kind items, with early access available on Oct 13th with sponsorship purchases! Visit NESSF.org/Gala for more information and to purchase your tickets and sponsorships.

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Take a sneak peek at some of the online auction items!

BRUNCH FOR UP TO 6 GUESTS AT GRAND BANKS ⛵️???? Crew is proud to support NESS by donating brunch for up to 6 guests aboard Grand Banks! GRAND BANKS is a seasonal oyster bar aboard the historic wooden schooner, the Sherman Zwicker, today an exceptional and rare surviving example of traditional boat-building skills and the largest vessel in NYC! ???? Generously donated by Crew
KILLINGTON SKI RESORT “RASPBERRY MOOSE” HOUSE RENTAL ????A beautiful mountain house with spectacular views of Killington available for a week rental. Located high up on a mountain facing Killington ski resort, the “Raspberry Moose” house is also directly across from the highly rated Green Mountain Golf Course. This one-of-a-kind elegant secluded mountain retreat will comfortably accommodate a party of 10 (5 bedrooms with queen and/or king beds). With two master suites, each with a steam shower, a Jacuzzi bath and Tempur-Pedic beds, and additional three bedrooms and two and a half baths.
LOWTIDES OCEAN 5-RECLINING BACKPACK FOLDING BEACH CHAIR ???? Spend the summer relaxing in this premium beach chair made from upcycled ocean bound plastics. As a lightweight, adjustable beach chair, it boasts modern features, such as convenient cup holders and backpack straps, without compromising your unique style. This specific chair has fun details with shark flags, Cape Cod, and lobsters!???????? * Built with upcycled ocean bound plastics * Easy Fold Technology * 5 reclining positions * 2 cup holders for double the beverage variety * 8 inches from the sand for a comfortable lounge * Backpack strap that makes carrying this chair to the beach a breeze. * 1 smartphone slot so you don’t miss capturing any of the beach action ???? Generously donated by LowTides Ocean Products
FOILING LESSONS WITH MARK ZAGOL ⛵️ Take advantage of private sailing lessons with NESS’s Managing Director of Sailing & Operations, Mark Zagol (aka Zorro!) on one of NESS’s foiling sailboats (WASZP, UFO, or Quant)! Depending on experience level, Mark will customize a 2-hour lesson to meet your needs.
SAPPHIRE & DIAMOND BRACELET Stunning 14K gold, Sapphire and Diamond bracelet. The bracelet features three oval, gem quality, medium blue, faceted sapphires with a total weight of approximately 4.65 carat. Each sapphire measures approximately 8 x 6 mm surrounded by fourteen round, brilliant cut diamonds. These forty-two diamonds are rated SI1-SI2 in clarity and I in color with a total weight of 0.75 carat. Bracelet measures 7″ inches.
BOCA GRANDE GETAWAY with TARPON CHARTER Tarpon charter and long-weekend accommodations at a one-bedroom condo at the Boca Grande Club. In addition to a memorable fishing experience, your time on Boca Grande will provide time relaxing at the Boca Grande Club’s Gulf-front beach facility, playing tennis on one of the club’s 8 modern clay courts, enjoying fine dining at the club or in-town restaurants, or just taking-in relaxing beautiful views from the condo. A trip to Boca Grande will reward all, whether you are a seasoned angler in search of a Silver King, a novice seeking the lifelong memory of hooking one of the world’s leading gamefish, or someone simply seeking a getaway.
CATERED COCKTAIL PARTY OR SEATED DINNER Catered cocktail party for 20 or seated dinner for 8 by Gourmet Galley! Date must be agreeable with Caterer and Winner. Some months are off limits. May not be combined with other certificates.
FAMILY PHOTOGRAPHY SESSION WITH KERRY SCHUTZ PHOTOGRAPHY 45-60 min session at a shoreline outdoor location (Guilford to Waterford), approximately 30-35 edited session images posted as secure gallery online for viewing/download, the images are yours to do with as you please, photo albums available for purchase a la carte, valid for single family only, contact early for holiday season sessions.
STONINGTON COUNTRY CLUB GOLF FOURSOME Weekday foursome of golf with use of golf carts at Stonington Country Club. Some restrictions may apply based on day, time, and course availability.
OCEAN HOUSE MAGICAL HISTORY TOUR & BISTRO LUNCH ????2 guests will enjoy lunch at the Ocean House’s Bistro restaurant as well as partake in their in-depth history tour of the Ocean House while sipping a glass of sparkling wine! Generously donated by Ocean House
FISHING EXCURSION WITH CALEB “HULA POPPER” Enjoy a guided trip to eastern Long Island Sound’s best fishing spots with Caleb “Hula Popper” Rose – use our equipment and try to catch local sport fish like striped bass and blue fish with up to four friends. Caleb is also available to provide lessons on your own boat. Excursion will take place on a mutually agreed upon date from July to September. Contact NESS to schedule.

 

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