Over 100 items are up for bid at the Wonderland Auction. Wondering what items the Chamber staff is most excited about? See which items we’ve chosen as our favorites:
Petra Cliffs Climbing Center
Beginner package for two
“I’d be most interested in Petra Cliffs. As someone who has an abiding fear of cliffs and edges, I’d love to test myself knowing that I’d be safe when I fell.”
-Tom Torti, President
Boyden Valley Winery & Spirits
Boyden Valley Winery & Spirits Winery Experience Package
“I’d want the Boyden Valley Winery & Spirits Winery Experience Package – because who doesn’t love to spend a day indulging on delicious local wine and cheese in a gorgeous Vermont setting?!”
 –Victoria Colarusso, Communications and Administrative Coordinator
Basin Harbor Club
One-hour cruise aboard the Escape, the 48 passenger cruise boat that departs from Basin Harbor, and complimentary cash bar set up
“It is hard to narrow it to just one but a one hour private cruise aboard the Basin Harbor Club‘s Escape rises to the top of my list! What would be better than cruising Lake Champlain with my friends and family? The complimentary bar set up sweetens the deal!”
-Cathy Davis, Executive Vice President
University of Vermont
Four general admission tickets to the 2018-2019 Vermont Catamounts men’s basketball season
“I’d love UVM tickets! I’m an alum and have kids who like to go to games.”
-John Antonucci, Director of Entrepreneurship
Ogee
Organic skincare collection
“Ogee is one of the best organic skin care companies out there; their products make your skin feel and look amazing. And Ogee’s founders are past LaunchVT winners, so you are helping to support local entrepreneurs!”
-Erin Bombard, Marketing and Events Manager
Local Motion
Bike ferry season pass
“I love the idea of being able to ride on the Causeway and just hop on Local Motion‘s bike ferry to South Hero on a whim – meaning no money in my pockets!”
-Chris Saracco, Marketing Assistant, Vermont Convention Bureau
Jess Boutique
$50 gift certificate, wallet and bracelet
“I would bid on the Jess Boutique gift certificate, wallet, and bracelet because it is unique and cute! And with the gift certificate, it gives me another reason to go back to Jess Boutique to shop!”
-Nicole Belanus, Operations Manager
Waitsfield and Champlain Valley Telecom
$200 gift certificate to The Kitchen Bistro in Richmond
“I would love to win the $200 gift certificate to the Kitchen Table Bistro in Richmond, courtesy of Waitsfield and Champlain Valley Telecom, because I have always wanted to eat there and haven’t been yet! With $200, that would be more than enough to bring friends along too!”
 –Megan Hood, Sales Manager, Vermont Convention Bureau
Birnn Chocolates of Vermont
Tiered truffle box tower
“My family loves Birnn Chocolates!”
-Patrick O’Neil, Vice President of Finance and Operations
Vermont Comedy Club
$100 gift card
“I would love to have a Vermont Comedy Club certificate. It is a fun place that never disappoints!”
-Susan Smith, Vice President of Tourism and Visitor Services
Vermont National Country Club
18-hole foursome
“I’m gearing up for the KeyBank Chamber Challenge!”
-Tom Carton, Sales Manager, Vermont Convention Bureau
Groennfell Meadery
Three four-packs, two steins, and two sample flights
“Groennfell Meadery is one of my favorite local spots. I’d drink that!”
-Ashten Stringer, Government Affairs Specialist
Brilliant Massage Therapy
45-minute custom massage session
“If I could bid on an item, I would bid on the 45 minute custom massage session supplied by Brilliant Massage Therapy. I love massages, as they relax both my body and my mind, and I have heard great things about Brilliant Massage Therapy.”
-Cole Snyder, Americorps TIPS Coordinator
And that is just a few of the fantastic items available for you to bid on! Be sure to check out our social media, this blog and our emails to keep up-to-date with all things auction items. And don’t forget to get your ticket to join us on March 15th at Champlain College’s Champlain Room from 5:30-8:00pm.
Register today.