"Preserving, protecting, and enhancing
the San Elijo Lagoon Ecological Reserve
and its watershed"

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Thank You for a Wonderful Event!

The Conservancy's
2009 Fundraising Gala on
September 26 at Clear Spring Farm was a smashing success! Thanks to our supporters and all who participated!
All proceeds raised benefit San Elijo Lagoon Conservancy's Environmental Education Program

See Gala photos

Birds of a Feather 2009:
Saturday, September 26th
5 pm to 8 pm

Birds of a Feather: Eye of Light

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$125 per person ~ advance registration required/seating limited
~ Clear Spring Farm in Rancho Santa Fe
~

To buy your tickets, use our secure online payment system or call the office at (760) 436-3944 - tickets will be held at check-in:

Honorary Chair: Elizabeth Keadle

It’s sure to be an affair to remember ~ especially with you there!

All proceeds will benefit San Elijo Lagoon Conservancy’s Environmental Education Program.

Loren Nancarrow
Master of Ceremonies
Loren Nancarrow
Master of Ceremonies -


We are honored to announce that the Master of Ceremonies for San Elijo Lagoon Conservancy’s 2009 Birds of a Feather Gala will be local television celebrity LOREN NANCARROW. Those who have watched his work on 10 News or CBS 8 during the past 30 years are likely aware that Loren’s true passions are nature, gardening and the environment. Loren recently launched his second career and is focusing his energy on those areas where his passions lie.


Sponsors & Auction Item Donors -

SELC would like to express our sincerest appreciation to our sponsors and auction item donors. Without the generous support of these organizations and individuals, this wonderful and important fundraiser for our Environmental Education Program could not take place. Thank you.

This year's array of auction items is extensive, so be prepared to take home a few items!


Food & Beverage -


Guests will be treated to a scrumptious, multi-course buffet dinner catered by Ki’s Restaurant. Ki's, an area favorite, is well known for using locally grown and organic ingredients. Since its inception in 1980, Ki's has been owned and operated by the Holcomb family. Their restaurant is located on Highway 101 overlooking the San Elijo Lagoon and the Pacific Ocean.

Beverages include craft brewed beer generously donated by the Stone Brewing Co. Stone Brewing and its World Bistro & Garden are located in our watershed in Escondido. Decanter Wine Lounge & Restaurant, located in the new Cielo Village of Rancho Santa Fe, is providing wine.


Entertainment -

Endangered Speciez Jazz Ensemble
Endangered Speciez Project Jazz Ensemble.

Entertainment for Birds of a Feather will be provided by Endangered Speciez Project, featuring Lori Bulat on vocals, Jean Cordier on saxophone and flute, Marvin Free on keyboards and Van Dorn on guitar.

Their sophisticated contemporary jazz sounds will delight attendees throughout the evening.

 


Auctioneer -


Richard Houk
Auctioneer Richard Houk

The live bidding excitement at this year’s Gala will be fueled and driven by professional auctioneer
Richard Houk.

Friend and advisor to non-profit organizations for the last 25 years, Richard is renowned throughout the U.S. for his passionate, high energy, organized and FUN approach to auctions.  The Conservancy is very pleased to have Richard with us.



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Sponsor & Auction Item Donor Information

Event sponsors and auction item donors will receive recognition in SELC’s Birds of a Feather advertising and publicity campaigns, on this website and throughout the evening the night of the Gala. Event sponsors will also receive tables or seats at the Gala.

Get more information:

- Sponsorship opportunities still available

- View the auction item donors

- View the auction items! (PDF)

- Media Advisory


Thank you to our sponsors, underwriters, in-kind & auction item donors!

Osprey Sponsors
$10,000

County Seal Pam Slater Price

Funded by the County Board of Supervisors at the recommendation of Supervisor Pam Slater-Price

Ki's Restaurant

Carol Childs & Peter House

______________________


Kestrel Sponsors

$5,000

Las Olas

ACS Habitat Management

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Kingfisher Sponsors

$2,500


 

Hokanson Associates

Craig & Jeanne Olson

Sythetic Genomics

Underwriters

Jennifer Ball & Mike Varney
Cardiff Seaside Market, Inc.
Steve & Pam Fitch
Tom & Donna Golich
Laura Galinson & Jane Fantel
Barbara Moore
Brys & Rita Myers
Jere & Joyce Oren
Gary & Joyce Pickersgill
Sandy & Dana Saxten Family
Denise & Dave Stillinger
Frances Hamilton White
Yogi's Beach Bar & Restaurant

Donors

Hansen Surfboards
Kathie Jackson
Lifetime Financial Advisors

In-Kind Service Providers

Affairs Party Rental
Artefact Design
Decanter Wine Lounge
Endangered Speciez Project
Pacific Coast Valet, Inc.
Stone Brewing Co.

Auction Item Donors

see Auction

 

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