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Base Camp Bash


2011 BASE CAMP BASH: Pack up your gear and get ready to summit because our 6th Annual Base Camp Bash is set for Saturday, April 30th, 2011 from 7 – 10pm at Gallery 1261 in Denver, CO to benefit the Cottonwood Institute! The Base Camp Bash is our annual fundraising event and silent auction and our theme this year is “Colorado Fourteeners.” We will have stations throughout the space featuring local food from Snooze, beer from Wynkoop Brewing Company, wine from Mondo Vino thanks to Mile Hi Specialty Foods, Colorado spirits from Leopold Bros, and live music from The Tommy Shreve Trio. This year will raise money to support our programs to connect diverse youth to the outdoors in 2011. Our goal this year is to raise over $50,000, but with your help we can smash this goal!

BASE CAMP BASH TICKETS: Tickets are $50 per person and can be purchased online by clicking the “Buy Now” button below. If you prefer to buy tickets by mail, please send a check made payable to Cottonwood Institute to: PO Box 7067, Denver, CO 80207 or call 303.447.1076. Once we receive your payment, you will be added to our guest list and this will be considered your RSVP. To walk our talk in terms of environmental sustainability, we will not issue paper tickets.

Base Camp Bash Ticket Options
 

PATRONS: Patron tickets are available at $250, $500, $1,000, $2,500, and $5,000 levels. In addition to tickets to the Base Camp Bash, Patrons will be invited to an exclusive private Patron Party at the home of Stephen and Genie Waters in the Crestmoor neighborhood in Denver on Thursday April 7th, 2011 from 6pm – 8:30pm. There will be a private Colorado wine tasting facilitated by Daniel Kuhlman, the owner Tastes Wine Bar, in addition to amazing food, wine, an open bar, and great music. Patrons will also be entered into a drawing to receive a Colorado getaway trip, but must be present at the Patron Party to win. The deadline to be listed as a patron in the event invitation is March 1st, 2011. To download a list of Patron levels, Click Here or call 303.447.1076 for more information. To purchase Patron Tickets call 303.447.1076.

CAN’T ATTEND, BUT STILL WANT TO HELP? Consider making a donation to our Base Camp Bash 2011 Campaign! Please help us give diverse students the opportunity to explore the outdoors by donating $20.11, $201.1, or $2,011. To make a make a secure, tax-deductible donation, click the Donate button below:

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SILENT AUCTION: – NEW ITEMS UPDATED WEEKLY!

If you can’t attend the Base Camp Bash in person, but would like to pre-bid on one of the following silent auction items, please contact April Pishna at 303.916.6081 or Click Here to email your bid. Pre-bids must be submitted by 5pm on Friday, April 29, 2011. Pre-bids will start the bidding at the silent auction at the Base Camp Bash on Saturday, April 30, 2011, so if you really want something bid high! Here is our list of fabulous items:

FEATURED TRIP:

Exclusive Resorts is donating a luxurious 4-night stay at one of eleven of their multi-million dollar private residences for 6 -10 people. Destinations include Costa Rica, Cayman Islands, Los Cabos, Mexico, Puerto Vallarta, Mexico, Telluride, Colorado, Bonita Beach, Florida, and more! This will make a perfect family vacation or trip with good friends. Airfare,  transportation, food, and drinks are not included. Travel must occur between May 1, 2011 and November 15, 2011 and blackout dates may apply. For complete details and restrictions Click Here. This item will be the only featured item in a live auction immediately following the closing of the silent auction. Pre-bids will be accepted for this trip and will start the bidding at the live auction.Value: $12,000. Opening Bid: $2,500.

VACATION PACKAGES:

  • SoCal Solo Spa Vacation: Wanna getaway and relax in the lap of luxury? Prepare to be nurtured, inspired and invigorated at Cal-a-Vie Health Spa – a Southern California Destination Health Spa like no other. This 3-night Le Petite Session for 1 person includes 3 meals a day, private accommodations, 6 therapeutic treatments including 2 massages, a facial, and more. Airfare not included. Reservations must be made in advance and blackout dates may apply. First time guests only. Value: $4,195. Opening Bid: $1,800.
  • California Dreamin’: If you have been dreaming of long walks on the beach, perfect weather, Hollywood, and Disneyland, this is the vacation for you. This trip includes 2 round trip airline tickets to California, a 2 night stay at a Marriott Hotel in southern California, a rental car from Hertz, 2 tickets to Disneyland, 2 tickets to see the Ducks or the Angels, and a $100 gift certificate to California Pizza Kitchen. Value: $2,000. Opening Bid: $750.
  • New Orleans Vacation: Come celebrate the culture and heritage of one of America’s most fabulous cities! Enjoy a 2 night stay at The Windsor Court. This package also includes restaurant gift certificates to Arnaud’s Restaurant, The Hunt Room at the historic Hotel Monteleone and the Ralph Brennan Restaurant Group. Local New Orleans residents will take you on a personal tour of the city, will take you to lunch, and will take you on an insider shopping spree to all of their favorite shops with shopping gift certificates included along the way. Airfare and transportation are not included and blackout dates may apply. Value: $1,500. Opening Bid: $500.
  • What Happens In Vegas Trip: Allegiant Air has generously donated 2 round trip tickets to Las Vegas from anywhere Allegiant flies in the continental US, valid April 30, 2011 – April 29, 2012. If you are leaving from Denver, we also arranged a private limo to take you to and from the airport! (blackout dates for limo may apply.) The Ultimate Fighting Championship has added to this already amazing package, 2 VIP tickets to their July 2nd show – Main event Urijah Faber vs Dominick Cruz for the Bantamweight Championship. Value: $1700. Opening Bid: $600.
  • Napa Valley Wine Tasting Trip: Swanson Vineyards in Oakville, CA in the famous Napa Valley has generously donated a 2-night stay at their Creole Cottage quietly tucked away on the vineyard! This includes a bottle of delicious Swanson wine and a tasting for two. Airfare and transportation not included. Black out dates may apply and shall be scheduled on a date mutually convenient for winner and winery. Value: $1,000. Opening Bid: $350.
  • Private 1-Day Cottonwood Institute Survival Course: Round up 10 friends or colleagues and head to the hills for the day for a private survival course with the Cottonwood Institute to practice wilderness survival skills, including: interactive survival scenarios, survival priorities, natural shelters, survival fires, rescue techniques, and learn how to make your own survival kit. Value: $1,000. Opening Bid: $350.
  • Estes Park Escape: When you need to escape the city, retreat for a two night stay at Lazy R Cottages in any deluxe two bedroom cabin with hot tub to soak away your stress and relax!  Value: $700. Opening Bid: $250.
  • Black Hawk Casino Staycation: The Isle of Capri Casino in Black Hawk, CO generously donated a 1-night stay and Calypso’s buffet for 2. Black Hawk casinos are now open 24-hours so you can celebrate vegas-style in Colorado! Please Note: Airfare is not included, blackout dates may apply. Value: $130. Opening Bid: $50.

OUTDOOR ITEMS:

ENTERTAINMENT, MUSIC, TICKETS, AND EVENTS:

  • Avnet Technology Solutions donated a Panasonic 42″ 720p HDTV Plasma TV. Value: $650. Opening Bid: $150.
  • 2 VIP Full Festival Passes to the 2011 Boulder Adventure Film Festival in Boulder, Colorado. Value: $150. Opening Bid: $50.
  • SkyVenture Colorado has donated 1 first class ticket for indoor skydiving in their vertical wind tunnel. Value: $78. Opening Bid: $25.
  • We have 2 great tickets to a Colorado Rockies home game at Coors Field on August 16, 2011 at 6:40 pm, vs. the Florida Marlins. The seats are located in Sec 125, Row 14 and have a phenomenal view of the action. Value $70. Opening Bid: $20.
  • We also have 4 tickets to the Rockies vs. Houston Astros game on Monday, August 22, 2011 at 6:40pm.  The seats are located in Section 160, Row 4, Seats 9 – 12. Value: $52. Opening Bid: $15.
  • The Fox Theater in Boulder, CO is donating 2 tickets + a VIP Balcony Upgrade (upgrade 21+ only) to their May 7 concert  featuring bluegrass artists, Cornmeal (all ages show) Value: $60. Opening Bid: $25.
  • The Boulder Theater in Boulder, CO is donating 2 general admission tickets (21+ only) to their May 14 concert featuring blues artists, Leon Russell with Janiva Magness. Value: $60. Opening Bid: $25.
  • The Boulder Theater in Boulder, CO is donating 2 general admission tickets (ages TBD) to their August 7 concert featuring soul artists, Tower of Power. Value: $60. Opening Bid: $25.
  • Etown is a weekly radio show filmed in front of a live studio audience that features live music and conversations about the world around us. Etown has generously donated 2 tickets to an upcoming performance at the Boulder Theater in Boulder, Colorado. Value: $30. Opening Bid: $10.
  • The Colorado Shakespeare Festival has generously donated 2 tickets for the Festival’s 2011 season. Value: $76. Opening Bid: $25.
  • The Denver Museum of Nature and Science has generously donated 4 tickets for entry into the museum.  Come experience the natural wonders of Colorado, Earth, and the universe.  Value: $48. Opening Bid: $15.
  • The Denver Art Museum is donating 4 passes for general museum admission. Value: $40. Opening Bid: $15.
  • New Orleans Saints Tickets: A generous season ticket holder donated two tickets to a home game this season for any raving New Orleans Saints fans out there. Tickets are in section 613, row 25 and can be used at an upcoming home game at the Louisiana Superdome. Dates must be confirmed by July 1, 2011 and some black out dates may apply. Value: $400. Opening Bid: $100.
  • Enjoy an evening of art and cocktails. Canvas and Cocktails has donated a gift certificate for two adults to attend a unique and entertaining art class  Good any day of the week, just call ahead for reservations.  Value: $80. Opening Bid: $25.

RESTAURANTS, FOOD, AND BEVERAGES:

  • The Kitchen in Boulder, CO is donating dinner for two and a $50 bottle wine for their Community Night starting at 7pm every Monday night. Value: $120. Opening Bid: $40.
  • Chipotle has donated a gift certificate for a burrito party for 10, including chips, guac, and a drink for everyone! Value: $100. Opening Bid: $30.
  • Snooze, which happens to be one of the best breakfast joints in Denver, has donated a $50 gift certificate for breakfast for four and a fashionable Snooze baseball hat and fresh whole bean coffee. You have to try their upside down pineapple pancake! Value: $85. Opening Bid: $25.
  • Tables in Denver, Colorado has donated a gift certificate to their amazing restaurant in the Park Hill neighborhood. Value: $75. Opening Bid: $25.
  • Lodo’s Bar and Grill has donated a $25 bar tab, so come on back! Value: $25. Opening Bid: $10.
  • Mountain Sun Gift Package For Him: $25 gift certificate for their delicious brew and food good at all Boulder/Denver locations and a Mountain Sun T-shirt. Value: $35. Opening Bid: $15.
  • Mountain Sun Gift Package For Her: $25 gift certificate for their delicious brew and food good at all Boulder/Denver locations and a Mountain Sun T-shirt. Value: $35. Opening Bid: $15.
  • Hapa Sushi in Boulder and Denver, CO donated a gift card for their amazing sushi. Value: $50. Opening Bid: $15.
  • Vita has donated a gift card that can be used at Vita in Denver, Colorado or Blue River Bistro in Breckenridge, Colorado. Check out Vita’s 1/2 off bottle of wine night on Tuesdays! Value: $50. Opening Bid: $15.
  • Yard House donated a $50 gift card to one of their locations in Denver or out of state. Value: $50. Opening Bid: $15.
  • Fluid Coffee Bar in Denver, Colorado has put together a Fluid Sustainability gift basket for coffee-lovers, which includes a clever dripper, a 12 oz bag of whole bean coffee, a $15 gift card to enjoy the best coffee in Denver, and a Mission Wear bag to carry everything. Value: $75. Opening Bid: $25.
  • Cake Crumbs and The Denver Cupcake Truck has put together a one hour, 50 cupcakes party for you and 49 of your closest friends. The Denver Cupcake Truck comes to directly to you, delivering the best cupcakes in Denver. Value: $125. Opening Bid: $40.
  • Fiona’s Granola has donated a basket of natural granola, roasted nuts, and energy bars.  Value: $25. Opening Bid: $5.
  • Colorado Wine Sampler: Believe it or not, Colorado makes some great wine! Add this 1/2 case to your wine rack at home: 2 bottles of Riesling from Two Rivers Winery, 2 bottles of Rose from Garfield Estates, 1 bottle of Merlot and 1 bottle of Cabernet Sauvignon from Two Rivers Winery. Value: $68. Opening Bid: $20.
  • Whole Foods Westminster has donated a basket filled with high quality Whole Foods products including picnic-ready treats like organic produce, delicious crackers, olives, cheese,  tapenade,  ChocoLove chocolate bars and Italian soda.  It also includes assorted items from the Whole Body department such as skin care products, and a $40 gift card. Value: $150. Opening Bid: $50.

GROUP ACTIVITIES:

  • For comedy lovers out there, Mile High Sci-Fi is donating 6 tickets, beers, and popcorn for an upcoming movie. Mile Hi Sci Fi won Westword’s “Best way to watch a bad movie” and they are known for “giving your favorite crappy movies the comedy smack down since 1923.” Value: $100. Opening Bid: $30.
  • Elitch Gardens in Denver, CO has donated 2 passes this spring or summer. Value: $86. Opening Bid: $25.
  • The Blues Jean Bar is donating an after hours private shopping experience for up to 30 people at their Cherry Creek store, including wine and beer! Get ready for drinks, denim, and discounts for this girls night out! Value: Up to $750. Opening Bid: $50.
  • Julie Campilio, Professional Yoga Instructor at Radiant Beginnings Yoga, is donating a private kids yoga session for up to 10 kids ages 4-10 at your private home. This package is a unique opportunity to get your kids active and keep them entertained at the same time. Value: $150. Opening Bid: $30.
  • Infinity Park at Glendale has generously donated 50 tickets to a Rugby game on May 31.  Entertain your co-workers with this unique and entertaining office party while watching the athleticism of these talented Rugby players. Value: $300. Opening Bid: $60.

ART:

  • Framed scenic outdoor photo original from Pishna Photo. Value: $250. Opening Bid: $50.
  • “Be Nice or Leave” signs and folk art from Dr. Bob in New Orleans, Louisiana. Value: $75. Opening Bid: $25.
  • Hand blown wine glasses by Terri Walker in New Orleans, Louisiana. Value: $360. Opening Bid: $50.
  • Canvas Canines donated a gift certificate for a custom hand-painted pet portrait to  capture the unique love only a furry friend can offer.  Value: $150. Opening Bid: $40.

ENVIRONMENTAL SERVICES:

  • A free Infrared Home Energy Audit from Xcel Energy. Value. $120. Opening Bid: $40.
  • Door to Door Organics is donating 4 weeks of fresh organic fruit and veggies right to your door. Value: $100. Opening Bid: $30.
  • Green Garage, an eco-friendly full service auto repair shop, has donated a Drive Good Package to include a Dual Stage oil filter, API certified oil, a 53-point inspection, and Green Garage’s one-of-a-kind valet service. Value. $70. Opening Bid: $25.

OTHER FABULOUS ITEMS:

  • GolfTEC Initial Evaluation: For more than 15 years, GolfTEC has been helping golfers of all skill levels play better and enjoy the game more. This 60-minute session will identify the major swing flaws and start you on the path to better golf. A personal improvement game plan will be created to show the various steps you’ll need to take along the way. Value: $165. Opening Bid: $50.
  • Pampered Pooch Package, including: doggie bed, bowls and place mat, leash, bath towel, 2 books, tons of toys and much, much more! This is the perfect “starter kit” if you are planning to get a new dog or a great way to spoil your pooch. Value: $210. Opening Bid: $50.
  • Fluid Coffee Bar and Meeting Spaces in Denver, Colorado has donated a month membership to their brand new meeting space.  This is the perfect place for businesses, non-profits, and groups to rent so people can meet, work, collaborate, and host events. Value: $100. Opening Bid: $30.
  • The most famous football family in history has donated a signed T-shirt by Archie Manning and a signed picture of Peyton and Eli Manning, which can be displayed in your ultimate man cave. Value: $100 Opening Bid: $25.
  • Deborah Currier has donated a one hour massage therapy session.  Relax under the hands of an expert. Value: $55. Opening Bid: $15.
  • Heather Wittemore had donated a one hour massage therapy session. She is trained in 13 modalities, including: Swedish, deep tissue, trigger point, cranial, hot stone, reflexology, acupressure, and aromatherapy. Value: $45. Opening Bid: $15.
  • Beth Cole has donated an elegant tea basket including a beautiful tea cup, tea, and Greg Mortenson’s book Three Cups of Tea. Value: $25. Opening Bid: $10.
  • Handmade Jewelry by Kerry Conway with specially selected beads. This matching earring and bracelet set will spice up any outfit. Value: $60. Opening Bid: $25.
  • Leave No Trace has donated their Bigfoot Fan Pack which includes a Bigfoot T-shirt, Bigfoot Patch, Bigfoot Sticker, Bigfoot Hang Tag, Bigfoot Trucker Hat, and Bigfoot Pint Glass.  Value $39. Opening Bid: $10.

ENVIRONMENTAL SUSTAINABILITY:

To walk our talk in terms of environmental sustainability, the 2011 Base Camp Bash will be a Zero Waste event! We will also use the event as an opportunity to inspire attendees to reduce their environmental footprint. In addition, we are also purchasing renewable energy certificates to help offset our energy use the night of the event.

2010 BASE CAMP BASH: We are happy to report that the 2010 Base Camp Bash was a complete success! We successfully met our goal to raise $20,000 to help support our Cesar Chavez Organic Gardening Project, Three Trees and a River Project, and Community Adventure Program. Thank you so much to all the businesses that donated fabulous silent auction items, the volunteers who donated their blood sweat and tears to pull of this event, and to everyone who came to the event or supported us even if you couldn’t make it. And I also want to give a shout out to Mother Nature for not sending us a blizzard or locusts this year;) To check out the 2010 Base Camp Bash Slide Show: Click Here. To check out the 2009 Base Camp Bash Slide Show: Click Here.

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