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Get a glimpse of a few of the great live auction items featured at our upcoming Banquet & Auction. Stay tuned...more to come!

Interested in proxy bidding or have questions about these items? Please call our office at 406-549-0755 or email Sophie at sophie@fvlt.org.

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A tremendous thanks to all the generous businesses and donors for making these auction items possible.

Chef's Dinner: The most exclusive dinner reservation in town will be at your table! Enjoy a five-star private dinner party for eight guests prepared and served in your home by Charity O'Connor. Charity will craft a personalized menu with three to five courses that fits your occasion. This special dinner will be fully prepared and staffed with Charity as chef, server, and clean up. Your guests will also enjoy expert wine pairings for each course. What a fun way to treat a group of friends without having to step foot in the kitchen! Dates, location, and menu decided between Charity and the winner of the dinner. Thank you, Charity O'Connor. Value: $1,000.

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Escape to Paradise - Puerto Vallarta Vacation Rental: Casa Puesta del Sol is a six-bedroom, five-bathroom hacienda located in Nayarit, Mexico, just 25 minutes from Puerto Vallarta airport. Guests can enjoy both city lights in Puerto Vallarta and a secluded white sand beach just steps away. Whale watching is a highlight from November to March, with local village boat trips available. Full-time staff, Ramon and Olga, provide housekeeping and prepare two meals daily for guests with your purchase of groceries. Ramon, a skilled chef and bartender, will create culinary delights. Whether guests seek Puerto Vallarta nightlife, beach activities, orrelaxation, Casa Puesta del Sol offers the perfect setting and amenities to fulfill your vacation dreams. This package is for up to six nights and sixteen guests (including children). Blackout dates are the weeks of Thanksgiving and Christmas. Must be used before May 1st, 2026, subject to availability. Does not include airfare or gratuity for caretaker. Thank you, Welborn Family. Value: $4,500.

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E Bar L Ranch - Morning Ride with Juanita Vero: September morning ride and lunch for two with Missoula County Commissioner Juanita Veroat the storied E Bar L Ranch in Greenough, MT. Spend the morning riding through mountain forests, across sagebrush prairie, native grasslands, and fording the Blackfoot or Clearwater Rivers. Lunch will be served in the Main Lodge. This 8am-1pm day is best suited for people who have riding experience (posting trot, seated lope). Available dates are Saturday September 6th, 13th or 20th, 2025. Thank you, E Bar L Ranch. Value: $800.

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Big Sky, Montana Ski Weekend: Relax in comfort during a two-night stay at a Spanish Peaks condo in Big Sky. This three-bedroom condo is in the Meadow Village complex. Once you’re settled, take off on a day of skiing with friends with four lift tickets at Big Sky Resort. After a great day on the slopes, relax in your condo’s hot tub or unwind near the fireplace while enjoying the view of Lone Mountain. Dates subject to availability and blackout dates and must be used by April 2026. Thank you, Dick Anderson Construction. Value: $2,500.

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Grizzly Hackle Guided Fishing Trip: Prepare to reel in the big one on this one-day guided float trip. You pick the river—the iconic Blackfoot, graceful Clark Fork or scenic Bitterroot—and Grizzly Hackle will do the rest. This trip for two includes lunch, transportation, and a professional guide. What better way to spend a perfect Montana summer day? Thank you, Grizzly Hackle. Value: $750.

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Elevate Your Health and Stay Active with Ascend Sports Medicine: Invest in your long-term health with a 1-year Tier 1: Essential Membership from Ascend Sports Medicine, led by Dr. Rob Amrine. Designed for individuals who prioritize staying healthy and active, a membership at Ascend offers unlimited access, for no additional cost, to personalized primary care, sick visits, and sports medicine expertise—helping you keep doing what you love: hiking, biking, and exploring Montana’s open spaces. With 24/7 access by text, phone, and telemedicine, you’ll have direct support from Dr. Amrine whenever and wherever you need it. Plus, enjoy discounted specialty services like bike fit analysis and metabolic testing to optimize your health and performance. Additional perks include discounted imaging and lab coordination and $50 visit access for family and friends while visiting. Elevate Performance. Empower Recovery. Thank you, Ascend Sports Medicine. Value: $1,500.

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Run the Rut & Big Sky Getaway: Push your limits in one of the most epic mountain races in the country with two registrations to The Rut Mountain Runs in Big Sky, Montana! Choose your challenge—whether it’s the VK, 11K, 21K, 28K, 50K —and experience the breathtaking terrain of Lone Peak. After conquering the course, relax in a two-bedroom condo at the base of the mountain for two nights, comfortably sleeping 4-5 guests. This package promises an unforgettable mountain adventure for any runner. Race weekend dates are September 12th -14th. Ready to take on The Rut? Thank you, Jessica and Brandt Welborn and Mike Foote. Value: $950.

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Sprinklers Done Right: Healthy Missoula lawns, gardens, and plants rely on a dependable irrigation system. This spring, let Sprinkler Maniac install a “set it and forget it” sprinkler system that's done right the first time. Your sprinkler system will be built with the highest quality materials and with the expertise of an experienced crew. Sprinkler Maniac brings the same level of honest, meticulous, and thorough work to every site. This is a 40-sprinkler head installation, which waters a typical Missoula yard (6,000-10,000-foot lot). For the Missoula area only, needs to be installed in May, June, or July of 2025. Thank you, Sprinkler Maniac. Value: $6,500.

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Belize Oceanfront Villa Getaway, escape the ordinary!: Experience a tropical one-week stay at a breathtaking 3-bedroom oceanside villa in Belize. This exclusive villa promises an unforgettable retreat. White sand beaches, emerald colors of the Caribbean Sea, and the Mayan jungle create an oasis for relaxation or adventure. With an additional fee, you’ll have the opportunity to have a charter captain take you and your guests Bonefish, Permit, and Tarpon fishing or for a memorable snorkeling excursion. The villa sleeps 3 couples, or a total of 10 people (with kids sleeping on comfortable pull out couches). Blackout dates are Christmas and New Year’s. Must be used by May 31st, 2026, subject to availability and does not include airfare. Thank you, Anonymous Donor. Value: $15,000.

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Stay tuned...more great items to come!

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‍Questions about these items? Please call the office at 406-549-0755 or email Sophie at sophie@fvlt.org.