Lands We Love Social
May 30th 2024 4:30pm-7:30pm

At this festive gathering at Beau Lodge, guests can catch up with friends, connect with board members, and talk with staff while enjoying delectable bites, wines, and beers.

Guests are encouraged to dress comfortably for this outdoor gathering. The event will feature live music from One Eyed Cat, auction items, special excursion sign-ups, games, and a raise-the-paddle fundraiser in support of local land conservation and stewardship.

All proceeds help conserve and care for Skagit’s natural lands today and in the future. Please join us for this festive fundraiser!

Tickets are $100 per person. Please call us if you have any issues purchasing tickets, 360-428-7878.

*Must be 21+. No pets please. Advanced ticket purchase is required. Space is limited.

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Live Auction Excursions

Eddyline Denali Kayak

This gorgeous single person kayak is in nearly-new condition. Constructed of durable ABS laminate, it was designed for larger paddlers, it has a skeg for true tracking, and offers a sleek profile with abundant leg room for extra comfort on long tours. A graphite Swift brand paddle, quality neoprene spray skirt and dry bag are included.

Donors: Anonymous

Two Nights at Guemes Island Resort and Dinner for Four

Enjoy two nights for four people in the cabin of your choice. Access to the island is by a five- minute ferry ride from Anacortes. During your stay enjoy amenities including a game room, a wood fired sauna, barbecues and rowboats (without motors) wood fired saltwater hot tub, and massage therapy at our conveniently located onsite studio. On one of the evenings, Island Chef, Karen Everett will spoil you with a customized four course dinner including aperitifs and wine cordials

Donors: Guemes Island Resort, Mark & Kelly Linnemann, and Karen Everett

Lopez Island Getaway

Enjoy a two-night getaway for up to four people. The rustic two bedroom, (1- queen bed, 2-twins,) one bath guest house has a full kitchen sits atop a bluff nestled on a remote woodsy ten acre property on the southeast corner of Lopez Island.

Donors: George Lawson

One week in September at Snowater Condo in Glacier for up to six people May 2025

Springtime is gorgeous in the Mount Baker area! The condo sleeps a total of six, with two bedrooms, a sleeper sofa, full kitchen, two bathrooms, and a small back porch overlooking the north fork of the Nooksack River. The Snowater grounds along the Nooksack River are beautiful and feature forested walking trails, several sports courts for tennis, pickleball and basketball, a couple of kids play areas, and a covered barbecue area by the river. Facilities include two pools with hot tubs, a rec room with ping pong and a pool table, and an exercise room. Spring time is the great for low-land hiking,

Donors: Kirk Johnson & Lori Nordgulen

Private Boat Tour to Island of your Choice aboard Echo II

You and up to five of your friends will Join Warren and Linda Walz aboard their 35' trawler Echo II on a trip of your choice to of one of three of the most wild and scenic islands in the San Juan archipelago Choose from either Cypress, Vendovi or Yellow Island. Warren and Linda are great hosts and will also treat the winning bidders to a delicious lunch on the trip!

Donors: Warren Walz

Guided Hike for Six with Craig Romano on Vendovi or Cypress Island

Travel aboard Island Express, the fastest water transportation in the San Juan Islands. Hike the island of your choice. Learn about the history of the island with local award-winning guidebook author, photographer, and Northwest trails expert Craig Romano. Enjoy a picnic lunch from Gere-a-Deli. Take home a signed copy of Craig's book, “Day Hiking the San Juans and Gulf Islands.”

Donors: Craig Romano, Island Express, Gere-a-Deli

Sign-Up Experiences

Guemes Island Forest Sea & Garden Feast
Saturday July 20, 3-7pm, 16 spaces $120 each

Enjoy a delightful afternoon exploring protected lands starting at the waterfront home of Birch Beaudet and David Wertheimer on beautiful Guemes Island. Located steps away from Kelly's Point Conservation Area, where you'll be wowed by the panoramic views of the eastern San Juan islands. Skagit Land Trust staff will offer a brief tour of the Kelly's Point Preserve, acquired by the Trust in 2017. Birch and David will then lead a short hike through Dog Woods, a 120-acre preserve they have pledged to the Trust. The party ends with a forest, sea, and garden themed meal on their deck overlooking the water.
Donors:Birch Beaudet and David Wertheimer

More Sign-Up Experiences coming soon!

Silent Auction & Raffle Items

Details coming soon!