Evening Program
5:00-6:00 — Happy hour with drinks and appetizers
6:00 — Four course dinner catered by Marion Heinze of Heart Full Catering including an appetizer spread, a local salad, family-style Mediterranean dinner, and dessert. Menu can be found below.
7:15 — Live auction! Win a prize package or outdoor adventure getaway while supporting KS Wild’s work! It’s a win-win.
8:30 — Event wraps up.
Country folk music by Bekkah McAlvage Trio
Evening program by KS Wild & Rogue Riverkeeper staff
Menu
Appetizers: Stuffed dates wrapped in bacon. Endive cups with pear & apple salad, pecan with/without goat cheese (v). Garlic & black pepper beef meatballs. Grazing tables featuring an artisan cheese platter & crudities with hummus and ranch dressing.
First Course: Mixed greens salad with tomatoes, cucumbers, olives, candied seeds, shaved fennel (gf/v) with option for goat cheese. Bread & butter for the table.
Main Course: Moroccan beef or vegetable tagine with aromatic spices (gf/df/v), harissa sauce (gf/v), couscous with dried apricots & pistachios (v), quinoa pilaf (gf/v), mediterranean chickpea salad.
Dessert: Family style apple & pear crisp with yogurt cream or Bright Star Bakery dutch apple pie (gf/v).
Beverages: Local beer selection from Common Block Brewing Company.
Wine from Upper Five Vineyard, Eagle Mill Winery, & Wooldridge Creek Winery. Hot tea & Noble Coffee, as well as other non-alcoholic options.
Thank you to all the local farms, ranches, breweries, wineries, and roasters who are donating to this fabulous meal:
Applegoat Valley Farmstead Foods, Barking Moon Farm, Fry Family Farm, Lakota’s Garden, Noble Coffee Roasting, Red Buttes Farm,
Rise Up! Artisan Bread, Siskiyou Salmon, Whistling Duck Farm & Store, and Wolf Gulch Farm
Live & Silent Auctions
Our live and silent auctions are one of the most exciting parts of the night! You will have an opportunity to bid on these exciting packages, getaways, and outdoor experiences, and every dollar you spend on the live auction prizes will go directly to our work.
That means while you enjoy a few nights along the Smith River, a whitewater rafting trip down the newly-undammed Klamath River, or a beach vacation in Oaxaca, Mexico, you will also be supporting our litigation work, funding our clean water advocacy work, aiding in our forest defense efforts, and allowing us to continue our work fighting for the regions wild places, wildlife, and wild rivers.
We thank you for your support of our work by attending the Annual Dinner and participating in the Live and Silent Auctions!
The Live Auction Prizes
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Experience the ultimate riverside escape with a two-night stay at the most charming Airbnb in Hiouchi, CA.
The home is perfectly situated on the Smith River, known for its emerald waters and deep swimming holes. With two nights in Hiouchi, you’ll be able to explore the redwood forests, the rocky Oregon coast, and the canyons of the Wild & Scenic Smith River - all within a short drive.
Enjoy the ultimate Oregon experience with this package!
Fair Market Value: $450
Starting Bid: $250
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This exclusive choose-your-own-adventure package is led by our Conservation Director and experienced guide, George Sexton.
This prize offers a personalized guided hike and picnic experience for up to three people where you'll have the opportunity to explore scenic trails while enjoying a customized picnic in the great outdoors.
Whether you’re itching to sit below a waterfall, take a dip in a high-elevation lake, trek under the old-growth canopies, or otherwise, you let George know what kind of adventure you’re looking for, and he’ll plan it and guide you there.
Fair Market Value: $700
Starting Bid: $350
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Float the Wild & Scenic Smith River from the Forks through the beautiful old-growth redwood forests of Jedediah Smith Redwoods State Park.
This trip includes lunch, natural history observations, and a conservation update for this extraordinary watershed that is recognized as one of the premier “salmon strongholds” along the Pacific Coast.
Fair Market Value: $ TBD
Starting Bid: $ TBD
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Vacation in a beachfront suite in San Agustinillo in the state of Oaxaca, Mexico, for a week!
Bid on a luxurious week-long stay in this stunning coastal destination. Immerse yourself in the beauty of the Oaxacan coast, with pristine beaches and vibrant culture awaiting you. This live auction item is your chance to experience a truly unforgettable getaway.
There are 1-bedroom suites and 2-bedroom suites to choose from, depending on accommodations for 2 or 4 people. Airfare not included.
Fair Market Value: $1,120
Starting Bid: $600
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The Kikacéki Canyon day trip travels through one of the most imposing and visually stunning canyons around and is packed with Class IV+ whitewater! Basalt columns line the way as we navigate this immensely beautiful and technical section of the Upper Klamath that was hidden for 100 years.
This newly restored stretch is a wild ride that will quickly become a West Coast high adventure classic.
Who this trip is for: This is a high-adventure trip great for guests ages 14 and up. Guests should be in good physical condition, adventurous, and be able to swim. This trip may especially appeal to those who have been following the historic Klamath Dam removal projects and who are eager to see the restored canyon firsthand.
Fair Market Value: $500
Starting Bid: $250
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With the Cocktail Party in a Box package, you will receive a curated selection of drinks and appetizers designed to cater a gathering of up to 15 people at your home.
The package will be hosted and scheduled with the KS Wild Staff, ensuring a delightful experience for you and your guests. All attendees must be 21 years old, and come with a designated driver, or walk, or take a cab home. The winner will coordinate with select staff members on a mutually agreed-upon night in the next 12 months.
Fair Market Value: $1,000
Starting Bid: $500
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Join our whitewater rafting Trip with ROW Adventures and Rogue Riverkeeper! We host and row this trip every year as a fundraiser, and one of our donors donated one spot on this unforgettable trip with RRK supporters and your very own Jen Aguayo, your RRK.
Spend four days and three nights whitewater rafting and camping along the iconic Wild & Scenic Rogue River.
This trip down the Wild & Scenic Rogue River is ALL INCLUSIVE, meaning a professional river guide, all boating and camping equipment and supplies, and deliciously prepared meals are included.
KS Wild staff and our partner, professional outfitter ROW Adventures, make this the trip of a lifetime—floating, relaxing, swimming, and hiking along this stunning river and its gorgeous side canyons.
Fair Market Value: $1,473.40
Starting Bid: $750
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Enjoy a cozy two-night stay at one of the beautiful Greensprings Inn Cabins tucked in the forest of the Cascade-Siskiyou National Monument. Awake with the birds and fall asleep under the stars - the true glamping experience.
This package accommodates 2-6 people and with full kitchen, a deep Jacuzzi tub, and a large deck with seating and a propane grill. And this prize comes with a complimentary tea selection to start your morning and two bottles of local wine to wind down your night.
Fair Market Value: $500
Starting Bid: $250
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Join Executive Director Michael Dotson and Rogue Riverkeeper Jen Aguayo for a fun-filled day on the Wild & Scenic Rogue River. Michael and Jen will guide you and your group on rafts and inflatable kayaks along the Recreational Stretch of the Wild & Scenic Rogue River by Galice. This 8-mile trip is a great introduction to the Rogue's whitewater and is family-friendly, with a couple of class II & III rapids, including Argo and Almeda.
This trip can accommodate upwards of 8-10 people, and Michael and Jen will provide gear, equipment, boats, safety training, and shuttle. We'll pack a picnic lunch with snacks and beverages as well, so get excited for a fun day on the water with KS Wild staff, friends and family. The winning bidder (and guests) will need to arrange their own transportation to and from put-in at Galice. The winning bidder will need to schedule their trip for late spring through summer in 2027. The best times are late June and July for this river trip. August is fine too, weather permitting.
Fair Market Value: $1,000
Starting Bid: $500
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Treat your taste buds to a culinary adventure with this ultimate Foodie Package! Featuring a curated selection of restaurant gift cards, this package is your ticket to exploring diverse flavors and enjoying unforgettable dining experiences. Whether you're craving a cozy dinner out or eager to try something new, this collection has something to satisfy every palate. Bid now and get ready to dine in style!
Fair Market Value: $ TBD
Starting Bid: $ TBD
Got your eye on something special?
Purchase a Golden Raffle Ticket for $100 to increase your odds of winning a prize package! We will draw a winning ticket right before the Live Auction, and the winner will get to choose any prize package to take home before the bidding begins.
Good luck!
1) Volunteer: From set up to clean up, this event is fueled by community love and support! Volunteers receive a free meal, all the feels of working in community, and lots of appreciation and love from all of us!
2) Sponsor the event! Help us cover the costs for this event and elevate your business amongst our supporter base. Learn more at the button below.
3) Donate to our auctions! If you are a local business or have a service you’d like to donate to support our work, you can make an in-kind donation, and your business will receive many advertising benefits. Learn more at the button below.
For more information, contact Isaak at haleigh@kswild.org.
Meet our sponsors & business supporters
Our local business sponsors and donors make this event possible. Through the community support of the businesses listed below, we are able to save on costs of this event so that all money raised goes directly to our critical conservation work, and we’re able to offer a fun, lively, and locally-sourced live and silent auction! We encourage you to support businesses who support protecting the places you love the most. Thank you to our sponsors and donors!
2026 SPONSORS
2026 BUSINESS SUPPORTERS & IN-KIND DONORS
Additional sponsors and donors: Matt Witt Photography, The Estate of Dot Fisher-Smith, Rogue Frameworks, Clair, & Jonnie.
Thank you for joining our work to fight for our public lands. Your support right now is essential, and we’re glad to have you on our team!
Sincerely, the KS Wild and Rogue Riverkeeper crew!