live auction guide 8.15.2015
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l i v e a u c t i o n g u i d e 8 . 1 5 . 2 0 1 5
Happy Trails to
you
The Big Sky Community Corporation promotes, acquires and preserves sustainable recreational
resources and programming for the use of the Big Sky Community and its visitors.
The Big Sky Community Corporation envisions a community connected by world class recreation and
enrichment opportunities that embrace a vibrant quality of life.
BSCC BOARDHerb Davis
Tom Owen
Al Malinowski
Jim Jones
Trever McSpadden
Barb Rooney
Barbara Rowley
Lyndsey Owens
Michelle Horning
Steve Johnson
STAFFCiara Wolfe
Emily O’Conner
Leisha Folley
Kristy Burt
Chris Corona
Julie Towle
EVENT COMMITTEEStacy Ossorio
Shelly Bermont
Kristin Kern
Kathy Schauer
Jim Jones
Barb Rooney
Eric Ladd
Ennion Williams
Tonight’s schedule
6-7 Cocktails
7-9 Dinner
9-Midnight
L ive Music and Dancing
L IV E AUCT ION
V I P GOLF I N B I G SKY FOR 4
A rare opportunity to play on two private golf courses in Big Sky, MT. As a VIP
you will receive a round of golf and carts for four at the Spanish Peaks Mountain
Club Tom Weiskopf golf course. Located at 7000 feet elevation, the course at
Spanish Peaks delivers an excellent combination of playability and challenge
by featuring generous landing areas, undulated greens and flat out fun holes. Next you will receive a round of golf for four at the newly opened golf course
at the Moonlight Club. THE RESERVE is a par-72 Jack Nicklaus Signature golf
course that blends 8000 yards of nature-inspired golfing into an arresting high-elevation setting. Follow up your day of golf at THE RESERVE with food and
drinks at the Moonlight Tavern.
*$120 gift certificate to Moonlight Tavern included and some date restrictions do apply
VALU E $ 2 , 000
Generously donated by Lone Mountain Land Company
L IV E AUCT ION
GU ID ED F LY - F I SH I NG ON THE Y E L LOWSTONE R IV ER I N PARAD I S E VAL L EY FOR 4
Known for breathtaking views and world-class fly fishing, a Yellowstone River float is an experience that you will never forget. Join two of South West Montana’s
premier fishing guides Ennion Williams and John Sniscak for a full day float on the Yellowstone River between Gardiner and Livingston, MT. After you have
hooked on your trophy trout with a full day of floating and angling enjoy cocktails and dinner in the eclectic
town of Livingston, known for its delicious eateries.
*Includes all gear, flies and lunch while on the river along with a $100 gift certificate to 2nd St. Bistro*Valid for one year, does not include gratuity for fishing guides and based off of available dates.
VALU E : $ 1 , 2 00
Generously donated by Ennion Williams and John Sniscak
L IV E AUCT ION
BEH I ND THE SC EN E S W I LD L I F E TOUR I N Y E L LOWSTONE NAT IONAL PARK FOR 4 , S E PT EMB ER 1 5 201 5
Join wildlife biologists Doug Smith and Dan Stahler, for an exclusive morning
wildlife tour in Lamar Valley. After a morning of unforgettable wildlife
viewing you and your guests will enjoy lunch in the park and then a unique
behind-the-scenes tour of the wildlife research facility in mammoth to see
first-hand the technology and GPS mapping used in field research. With a full day in the park enjoy an evening at the historic Mammoth Hot Springs Hotel.
Don’t miss this once in a lifetime experience during Yellowstone’s most beautiful time of year!
Douglas W. Smith PhD is the Project Leader for the Yellowstone Wolf Project and has been with the wolf program since its inception in 1994 and is
based in Yellowstone National Park. He has published a wide variety of journal articles and book chapters on beavers and wolves and co-authored
two popular books on wolves (The Wolves of Yellowstone and Decade of the Wolf which won the 2005 Montana book award for best book published in
Montana) as well as publishing numerous popular articles. His third book
with Mech and Daniel MacNulty titled Wolves on the Hunt was published in
2013. Additionally he is known for being interviewed widely and speaking
engagements around the world on wolves.
VALU E : $ 4 , 000
Generously donated by Yellowstone Park Foundation
L IV E AUCT ION
A TR I P A ROUND THE WORLD 7 -N I GHT STAY FOR 2
A week’s stay anywhere in the world! Aruba, St. Maarten, Paris or
Fiji, the choice is yours and the list of options is long! Fulfill your longtime travel dreams or just get out and explore the world. Interval
International puts you in control and lets you choose your dream
location from any continent to spend 7 perfect nights. Interval
International has a vast network of quality resorts with hundreds of
options to choose from, in more than 80 different countries around the
globe. This stay is valid for a 1-bedroom condo, valid through July 1,
2016.
VALU E : $ 5 , 000
Generously donated by Barb Rooney and Big Sky Resort/Boyne
L IV E AUCT ION
LAR IOT W ITH TWO JUMBO BAROQUE WH IT E SOUTH S EA P EAR L S
CUSTOM SH E L LY B E RMONT J EWE LRY
Handmade one-of-a-kind leather Lariot featuring two Jumbo
Baroque White South Sea Pearls with 22kt gold caps and keeper.
VALU E : $ 4 , 000
All proceeds of this sale are generously donated by Shelly Bermont
FOUR N I GHTS AT S EVEN - STARS R E SORT I N TURKS AND CA ICOS GRACE BAY
Prepare to be pampered and indulged through a personalized
four-night stay at the luxurious Seven Stars Resort on the
beautiful island of Turks and Caicos in Grace Bay. Your stay will create treasured memories that last a lifetime.
Framed by white sand beaches and the marine preserve
of Princess Alexandra National Park, Seven Stars embraces
the natural environment of the Turks & Caicos. The joys of
tropical paradise awaits you with the perfect combination of
relaxation and adventure paired with the island tradition of
the highest caliber of personalized service and hospitality.
VALU E : $ 5 , 000
Generously donated by Bryan Guillot
L IV E AUCT ION
RA I NBOW RANCH LODGE AND LAMBORN W I N E D I NN E R FOR 1 0 P EOPL E
The Restaurant at Rainbow Ranch is a slice of heaven on the
banks of the Gallatin River offering refined cuisine and classical cooking techniques which transform Montana beef, bison, wild
game and fresh seafood into flavorful works of art. Indulge in a four-course authentic ranch-to-table culinary experience, finely crafted by Chef Jake Irwin with the freshest ingredients available
from our local gardens, ranches and streams. You and nine lucky dinner guests will sit back and relax in the beautiful Bacchus
room as savory delights and fine wine, provided by award winning wine maker Brian Lamborn, are presented through this four-
course wine dinner. Experience the best that Brian Lamborn and
Rainbow Ranch Lodge have to offer!
*valid for one year, does not include gratuity for wait staff, reservations based off availability.*package includes 6 bottles of wine from Lamborn Family Vineyards
VALU E : $ 3 , 000
Generously Donated by Rainbow Ranch Lodge and Brian Lamborn
L IV E AUCT ION
BAL I I S LAND PARAD I S E7 -N IGHT STAY I N 4 -B EDROOM V I L LA
Four-bedroom private home Villa Paradiso located on the east coast of
Bali, a few hundred meters from the beach with stunning views of the
ocean, river valley and mountains.You will enjoy this view from your private swimming pool. The home can accommodate up to 8 people, a
perfect getaway for family or a group of friends.
Also included:
• Round trip airport transportation to and from Villa
Paradiso (airfare not included)
• Daily breakfast for up to eight people at the Bar Pazzo
• One full body massage for up to eight people at the
beautiful day Spa next door
• One dinner for up to eight people at Bar Pazzo
• Daily housekeeping service
• One diving or snorkeling excursion accompanied by a master diver,
for up to eight people
*valid for one year, based on availability, all stays are Saturday to Saturday
VALU E : $ 4 , 500
Generously donated by Chris and Connie Lunt
L IV E AUCT ION
BEST OF B I G SKY R E SORT , AN ADVENTUR E FOR 4
Under the Big Sky, your next weekend adventure awaits! This
package is the perfect way to share the best of Big Sky with
friends or family. The fun filled weekend includes:
• 2-nights in a beautiful centrally located 2-bedroom Village
Center Condo at Big Sky Resort.
• Dinner for 2 at the Andiamo Italian Grill, featuring a whole
range of tasty Tuscan treats.
• 2-adult 80 minute massages at Solace Spa and Salon. Your experience will relax, renew and revitalize your body and
spirit.
• 4 adult rides on the Lone Peak Expedition, tram to the top.
This will definitely be the “high-point” of the weekend with breathtaking views and a guide to point out the scenic sites.
• 2 adult nature zip-line tours. Swoop your way down the
mountain on three zip lines spanning 500 feet long and 60
feet in the air.
• Dinner for 4, with breathtaking views of Lone Peak on the
deck of the Carabiner Lounge.
*package is good through 10/2016
VALU E : $ 2 , 500
Generously donated by Barb Rooney and Big Sky Resort/Boyne
L IV E AUCT ION
YE L LOWSTONE PARK W I NT ER SNOWCOACH EXP ED I T ION FOR UP TO 1 0 P EOPL E
Pack your backpack and bring nine of your friends for a
winter wonderland daytrip on skis or snowshoes in beautiful
Yellowstone National Park. In the winter, Yellowstone becomes an enchanting land of frozen waterfalls, steaming
geysers and abundant wildlife. Join the professional staff of
Yellowstone Expeditions for this daylong adventure, where you get to pick the destination of your choice on one of their
chartered snowcoaches. After a day of discovery and sight-
seeing climb back into your heated snowcoach and then make
your way to the Cinnamon Lodge to warm up with one of their
hand-cut steaks or Mexican dishes.
*Snow coach departs and returns from West Yellowstone, MT. Some blackout dates apply.
*Includes a $250 gift certificate to Cinnamon Lodge
VALU E : $ 1 , 1 0 0
Generously donated by Yellowstone Expeditions and Cinnamon Lodge
A Special Thank You to our sponsors