2022 Conservation Celebration

Saturday, May 21, 2022
5:30 PM 9:00 PM 17:30 21:00

Hillcrest Orchard 3285 Hillcrest Road Medford, OR 97504 United States (map)

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2022 CONSERVATION CELEBRATION
Good people coming together to achieve great things

Saturday, May 21, 2022 • 5:30-9 p.m.
Hillcrest Orchard in Medford

We’re going outdoors with a new location! That sounds fitting for a celebration of land conservation, right? Join us at the Hillcrest Orchard for an evening of fun, food and fundraising in a magical setting with views of the surrounding vineyard, orchards, and RoxyAnn Peak! We are excited to gather with you at this historic landmark nestled in the magnificent foothills at the base of the RoxyAnn hills.

Music by Gypsy Rogue (Dayton Mason, Dan Fellman and Bob Rawlings)
Meet & Greet with Artist Greg Thweatt
Delicious dinner by Aladdin, complemented by wine from RoxyAnn Winery
Special report by SOLC Executive Director Steve Wise
Inspiring presentation by Smith River Alliance Co-Executive Director Grant Werschkull
Silent auction
Save an Acre paddle call

NOTE: At check in, all attendees will have to: present proof of complete COVID-19 vaccination AND a booster (if eligible for booster) at least 14 days prior to the event; OR present a negative PCR COVID-19 taken within 72 hours of the event; OR present a negative rapid antigen test taken within 6 hours of the event. For proof of vaccine or test, a photocopy or digital photo is acceptable. Masks are recommended but not required.

Tickets are $100 per guest or $900 per table (10 guests per table). SOLD OUT

Can't attend? Sponsor a ticket for a student or volunteer.

Call our office if you have any questions or would like to reserve by phone at 541-482-3069.

All proceeds support regional conservation, restoration, and community education.

For people. For nature. Forever.

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Featured

Four Desserts

Item 1. Four Desserts - One for each Season! Enjoy four desserts made by Honey Bun Cakes for each season of the year. In winter, you’ll have a choice of Spanish almond cake, Linzer cookies with raspberry filling, or chocolate cake with coffee or chocolate buttercream frosting. In spring, choose lemon bars, strawberry rhubarb crumble pie, or lemon or blueberry cake with lemon curd and lemon cream cheese frosting. In the summer, you'll have a choice of blueberry buckle, carrot cake with cream cheese frosting, or a sheet of very berry bars. Finally, in the fall, you can choose between Boston cream pie, pecan or pumpkin pie, or gingerbread cake with mascarpone frosting. All desserts are made from scratch from fresh, natural ingredients including unsweetened butter, sugar, whole milk, buttermilk, cream cheese, fresh lemons, organic berries, fine chocolate and organic carrots. If you’d like your dessert on a special day, please provide a week’s notice. Value: $150

Three Nights at Whidbey Island Cottage

Item 2: Escape to Whidbey Island for a long weekend, where you’ll enjoy three nights in a two-bedroom cottage in Langley, Washington. Tucked into the woods, this cottage is perfect for enjoying time in nature, as well as for exploring other areas in Washington’s beautiful Puget Sound area. Booking subject to availability. Please redeem within one year. Value: $600

Fishing Trip for Two

Item 3: Enjoy a 6-hour fishing expedition amid the spectacular scenery of Upper Klamath & Agency Lakes, led by Kevin Talbert. This expedition includes lunch and equipment for 2 people ( license fees not included). Value: $400

Wildlife Images Guest Passes (2 adults, 3 children)

Item 4: Visit Southern Oregon’s Wildlife Images Rehabilitation and Education Center with these guest passes for two adults and three children. Created to provide care and treatment for sick, injured, and orphaned wildlife, Wildlife Images also provides educational programs on wildlife, conservation, and the environment. On your visit you’ll learn about nature and wildlife preservation, as well as have a chance to meet some sanctuary animals.https://wildlifeimages.org. Value: $74

$25 Gift Card to As You Like It

Item 5: Enjoy a $25 gift certificate to local Ashland shop As You Like It: A Love Revolution, a sexual health shop that is gender inclusive, body positive, sex positive, and environmentally conscious. Value: $25

Coffee and Gift Cards

Item 6: Stay lively with this fantastic selection of local coffees: one pound of Noble Coffee Pompadour Blend, with a $25 Noble gift card, and one pound of Rogue Roasters Bark Roast Coffee with $25 Rogue Roasters Gift Card. Value: $75

Simple Machine Wines

Item 7: Enjoy some of our region’s most beloved wines with these lovely bottles: a 2021 Rosé, a 2022 Pinot Noir, and a 2020 Zinfandel from Simple Machine.https://www.simplemachinewine.com Value: $112

$50 Gift Certificate and 1 Bag of Birdseed

Item 8: Share the love (and some snacks) with the wild birds in your area with this $50 Gift Certificate and a bag of birdseed from Wild Birds Unlimited. Value: $70

$500 Tree pruning, removal or consultation

Item 9: Beautify your home and garden with Canopy LLC, which provides professional tree care services such as pruning, planting, removal, and consultation. Value: $500

$25 Gift Card to the Ashland Food Co-op

Item 10: With this $25 Ashland Food Co-op gift card, youll enjoy locally grown organic produce, specialty foods and wines, fresh meals from the deli, and so much more.https://ashlandfood.coop Value: $25

Nature Journaling at a Conserved Property with Snacks!

Item 11: Connect with nature at this special event led by Tara Laidlaw, where you’ll spend time journaling at a conserved property (with snacks!). No artistic experience is necessary, and this event can accommodate up to eight participants. Value: $60

$200 Marina Room Gift Certificate and a 2 night stay at the Beach Club

Item 12: Escape to the sun of Southern California with this 2-night stay at the iconic La Jolla Beach & Tennis Club. At this landmark oceanfront hotel, the charm of the past blends seamlessly with modern luxury. Relax in your luxurious room before taking a walk on the idyllic beach, going for a swim in the sea, playing tennis or golf, or lounging by the pool. This package also includes a $200 gift certificate for dinner at the elegant Marine Room, which features seafood creations made with globally influenced flavors that have earned this unparalleled restaurant countless awards, including Open Tables 100 Most Scenic Restaurants in America and San Diego Magazines Most Romantic Restaurant and Best Chef.https://www.ljbtc.com Value: $1,000

Wood-fired stoneware ice bucket, bottle and cups

Item 16: Enjoy happy hour with Scotch on the Rocks: a gorgeous wood-fired stoneware ice bucket, bottle, and cups, handcrafted in WiseWares Studio. Value: $250

2 nights at Whaleshead Beach Resort

Item 17: Enjoy the sea-swept beauty of Brookings with a 2-day stay at the gorgeous, sprawling Whaleshead Resort, perched above the beautiful, rugged southern Oregon coastline. Enjoy private access to the two miles of Whaleshead Beach, exploring the tide pools for starfish, sea stars, and sand dollars. You’ll also be close to six miles of wooded hiking trails that provide stunning views of the beach. This package includes 2 nights at the Whaleshead Resort, in Unit C-7, on non-holiday dates. Restrictions may apply. Value: $500

Wine and Cheese Tasting and a $60 Sweet Beet Gift Certificate

Item 18: Enjoy a tasting for 6 with cheeses from the Oregon Cheese Cave, as well as two bottles of 2021 Rosé of Grenache, a bottle of 2020 Grenache, and a $60 gift certificate to Sweet Beet Station, a bistro in the heart of Talent that offers delicious and beautiful meals for breakfast, lunch, and brunch from fresh, organic soups and salads to breakfast burritos to French toast. Value: $268

Two bottles of Wine, two stemless wine glasses and two full tastings

Item 19: Enjoy an exceptional wine tasting for two at Trium Winery, along with a gift basket containing a bottle of 2017 Grower's Cuvee, a bottle of 2018 Pinot Gris, and two stemless wineglasses.https://www.triumwines.com Value: $100

Two $100 Gift Certificates to Northwest Nature Shop

Item 21: Be a kid in a nature shop with these two $100 gift certificates to Ashland’s own Northwest Nature Shop. Choose among gifts and toys, seeds and stones, books and clothing, and so much more in this amazing local store that celebrates nature. https://www.northwestnatureshop.com Value: $200

2 Night Stay in a Portland Pearl District Condo

Item 22: Enjoy two nights on the town in a fabulous Portland Pearl District condo. This cozy, private condo is just two blocks from Portland’s famous Powell’s Books, is surrounded by great restaurants, and is walking distance to parks, shopping, and the trolley. The gourmet kitchen is fully equipped for cooking, the comfortable furnishings offer plenty of places for reading and relaxing, and the loft offers an additional open 1,200 square feet. The building has secure parking. Value: $700

Growler, 2 pint glasses, $20 gift card, coasters and stickers

Item 23: Beer lovers, indulge yourself with a new growler of amazing craft beer from Growler Guys, including two pint glasses, a $20 gift card, coasters, and stickers.https://www.thegrowlerguys.com Value $50

$140 gift certificate to Plant Oregon, two t-shirts, and stickers

Item 24: Get your plant on with this $140 gift certificate toward plants or consultation, as well as two T-shirts and stickers from Plant Oregon. https://www.plantoregon.com Value: $160

25 note cards featuring images of Southern Oregon and Northern California

Item 27: Share your thoughts with loved ones with 24 lovely note cards by Sarah Burns, featuring images of paintings of Southern Oregon and Northern California, from the oceans to the forests in vibrant blues and greens. https://www.sarahfburns.com/about-1 Value: $90

Original acrylic Artwork on Canvas by Kauai Hawaii, Artist Seamus. 20 X 16 Serene Na Pali.

Item 28: Feel the beauty and tranquility of the N. Pali coast with this original 20x16 acrylic landscape on canvas by Kauai, Hawaii, artist Seamus. Value: $500

Glamping Gift Basket

Item 29: Inside this Southern Oregon Subaru Igloo cooler you’ll find all you need to enjoy nature: a Columbia foldable lunch box; a set of flashlights and a lamp; foldable seats; a bottle for hot or cold beverages; reusable straws; a first-aid kit; stacker pouches; a foldable mug; a plate, bowl, and cutlery set; icepacks; bug spray and sunscreen; an electric hand warmer; a safety whistle; and trail mix to snack on. Value $300

Framed Pompadour Spring Open edition archival pigmented print

Item 35: Greg Thweatt's vivid Pompadour Spring, framed by Designer Framing in Medford, glows with vibrancy. This archival pigmented print, reproduced on ultrasmooth fine art paper with Epson Ultrachrome K3 inks, will brighten your home and enchant all who encounter it. Value $100

Rogue River Preserve Up Close

Item 38: See the Rogue River Preserve up close on this Rogue River Preserve Excursion with Mike Derrig & Paul Belson. Roam through meadows and along the river to see spring wildflowers, enjoy fall colors, or view winter vernal pools. With Conservation Project Manager Paul Belson and Lands Committee member and retired Forest Service hydrologist Mike Derrig, you’ll learn about floodway forests, oak woodlands, river systems, and vernal pools. This expert-led hike will be take you to an overview of the Preserve. Note: you’ll be hiking uphill and downhill and off trail, and may encounter poisonous oak and uneven terrain. Value $120

Gift Basket and $25 Gift Certificate to Shoefly

Item 39: This wonderful Shoefly gift basket includes a $25 Gift Certificate, a strong-woman charm necklace on a classic ball chain, artful earrings, a lavender tea tree foot soak, cinnamon lip balm, and more! Value: $142

$100 Gift Card to Kitchen Company

Item 38: Stir the Pot! Your cooking will reach new levels with a $100 gift certificate to The Kitchen Company in Grants Pass, a hand-carved madrone spurtle (a traditional Scottish tool used to stir porridge, soups, stews, and broths), a 1/2 lb. of home grown oats processed by hand, and wild-caught and ethically-harvested salt from Cape Blanco. https://kitchenandcompany.com Value $175