These items and many more will be auctioned off at the 23rd Annual Great Sonoma Crab and Wine Fest to raise money for agriculture education and scholarships.

Proxy bidders

Proxy bidders can also be registered for people who can't make the event, but are interested in bidding on any of these great items. For more information contact Steven@sonomafb.org

Tule Elk Hunt of a Lifetime

The premier auction item at this year's 23rd Annual Great Sonoma Crab & Wine Fest is a rare opportunity to hunt for a bull Tule Elk at the beautiful 3,000 acre R&R Ranch in Potter Valley, CA.

Tule Elk tags are among the most difficult tags to procure in California. There are no public tags available for this species as the elk are protected. Each year, landowners who provide habitat for the elk are allotted one tag from the California Department of Fish and Game. Gary Rasche of R&R Ranch in Potter Valley, CA. has donated his tag to Sonoma County Farm Bureau for auction at the Crab and Wine Fest to raise money for agriculture education and scholarships. [More...]

1 Carat E.R. Sawyer Round Dimond Pendant

Diamonds are forever, so what better way to show your everlasting love than with this gorgeous one carat diamond pendant from the showcase at the historic E.R. Sawyer Jewelers in Santa Rosa. The round, brilliant cut diamond is set in an 18 karat white gold bezel pendant. This magnificent diamond will dazzle at Wine Country events, no matter if the attire is country casual or elegant chic. For 132 years, the Van Dyke Family owners of E.R. Sawyer Jewelers, have been jeweler to generations of Sonoma County families, providing professional service along with the highest-quality jewelry. This diamond pendant is destined to become a cherished family heirloom. The retail value of this precious diamond pendant  is $6,300.

Donated by: E.R. Sawyer Jewelers, Santa Rosa

Kunde Wine Cave Dinner for 10

This is an only-in-Wine Country experience that will provide years of lasting memories for you and your guests. Enjoy a fabulous gourmet dinner for 10 in the caves at Kunde Estate Winery located in the beautiful Valley of the Moon. Amber Balshaw of Preferred Sonoma Caterers will prepare the multi-course dinner, which will be paired with award-winning Kunde wines served by members of the Kunde family. Kunde Estate Winery is one of California’s most scenic wineries, a majestic wine estate where ancient vines produce gold-medal vintages.  Guests will receive a private cave tour and learn about the Kunde family’s fascinating 107-year history on the ranch. The dinner will be held on a mutually agreeable date before Nov. 1, 2012.

Donated by: Kunde Estate Winery and Preferred Sonoma Caterers

Ibleto at Balletto’s Italian Festa

The Brothers Ibleto, Art and Angelo, bigger-than-life-characters known for their cooking skills, are joining with vintner John Balletto to offer a night of great food, fine wine, Italian music and lots of fun. The night in Italy will be for 25 lucky couples on Aug. 24, 2012 at Balletto Vineyards and Winery in Sebastopol. Art, the Pasta King, will prepare his signature pasta and polenta dishes. Angelo, a sausage master and celebrated grill king, will smoke a whole hog for the Italian feast. Don’t miss out on this night of fun with three of Sonoma County’s most beloved Italians who live by the adage, “Eat, drink and be merry.” Raise your bidding card and join the party for $300 a couple. Buon Gusto!

Donated by:  Art Ibleto, Angelo Ibleto and John Balletto

Campbell Lamb Dinner for 12

This only-in-Sonoma County dining experience will be orchestrated by famed rancher Bruce Campbell of Healdsburg who is known for selecting and grilling the finest lamb in all the land.  The barbecued lamb, complete with side dishes, will be prepared by rancher-chef extraordinaire Campbell and his crew in the buyer’s home or backyard. In addition to his mastery of grilled lamb, Bruce is a gifted story teller who will keep your guests entertained with tales from his life and times on the sheep trail. The gourmet lamb will be paired with an array of wines including Bruce’s gold-medal Syrah from Grandma’s Vineyard, planted on a portion of the Campbell Ranch.
The lamb dinner will be prepared and served on a mutually agreed upon date before Nov. 1, 2012.

Donated by:  Bruce Campbell, Grandma’s Vineyard and Costeaux French Bakery & Café

Dutton Ranch Feast for 25

Looking for the perfect way to entertain a group, a company picnic, a family reunion or just looking for a reason to get together? Enjoy the relaxing, country atmosphere at Dutton Ranch with an amazing outdoor BBQ dinner for 25.  The Duttons, now in the fifth generation, have been farming in Sonoma County for more than 100 years and are leaders in the agricultural industry. The barbecued meat and all the other fixins’ for the dinner will be prepared by the Dutton Ranch Crew.  All of the wonderful food will be paired with fine wines from Dutton Goldfield and Dutton Estate wineries. Guests will enjoy a ranch tour and a chance to meet the Dutton family and the winemakers. Must be booked on a mutually agreed upon date in 2012, not available during the harvest season August 20 thru November 1.
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 Donated by:  Dutton Ranch

3 day 2 night Las Vegas Get-A-Way

WOW, three days and two nights at a fabulous resort in Las Vegas. This is the PERFECT short getaway to unwind, relax or go a little crazy. Remember what happens in Vegas, stays in Vegas. Travel arranged by Marilyn Can Travel. Trip must be booked before Nov. 1, 2012..

Donated by: Marilyn Herzog of Marilyn Can Travel

Calegari Vineyard Lobster Dinner for 12

What could be better than dining on East Coast lobster and savoring fine Sonoma County wines while basking in the incredible beauty of the Russian River Valley? All those pleasures and much more come together in this fabulous dinner for 12 at the Calegari Vineyards where the views are only matched by the warm hospitality of the Calegari family. Guests will enjoy a five-course lobster dinner, with each course paired with the stellar wines made by Susie Selby of Selby Wines in Healdsburg. At the end of the feast, guests will adjourn to the Calegari’s game room to sip port from the family’s private collection and to continue the night’s conviviality.

Donated by: Calegari Vineyards and Selby Wines

Signed Memorabilia

Attention Sports Fans: here’s a chance to own signed memorabilia from sports legends like Joe Montana, Jerry Rice, Dwight Clark and Roger Craig. “Mmake your pick” of collector items that include a framed Joe Montana personally signed 49er #16 Jersey, a framed Jerry Rice #80 autographed jersey, a .. Both items come with a certificate of authenticity and an official hologram. WOW!

Donated by: Friends of Farm Bureau

Cooley Ranch Buck Hunt

Okay hunters set your sights on this once-in-a-lifetime-chance to bag a Black Tail Trophy Buck at the famed Cooley Ranch in northwest Sonoma County. The Cooley Ranch is where hunting legend Ron Carli shot a buck that was the Big Buck Trophy Winner for 2008. The prize winning buck had a set of three-point racks that measured 26 ¼ inches wide. Wow, that was some buck but many award winning bucks have been shot on the 19,000 acre Cooley Ranch. Ron Carli knows where to find the big bucks. This is a one-day hunt for one person that includes overnight accommodations in the Cooley Ranch House and all meals.

Donated by: The Cooley Family, Ron Carli and Terry Lindley

Pork & Pinot for 40

A slice of hog heaven right here in Wine Country.  This delectable auction package includes a 50-70 pound pig artfully mounted on a barbecue spit and ready to roll to wherever you want to host your pork and pinot party for 40 people. A grill chef will deliver the pig and oversee the spit roasting. The locally-raised hog is from the farm of Jube and Sally Begley, well-known swine breeders in Santa Rosa. Pair the pork with a case of award-winning pinot noir from D & L Carinalli Vineyards in Sebastopol. This winning combination of pork and pinot will be the centerpiece of a party that your guests will remember for years to come. The pig will be dressed for the grill on a mutually agreed upon date before Nov. 1, 2012. Please note: this little piggy only travels to locations in Sonoma County.

Donated by: Jube & Sally Begley and D & L Carinalli Vineyards

Hotel Del Coronado 2 Night Vacation for 4

The Hotel Del Coronado is a legendary property on the beach in San Diego. Enjoy two night stay for a family of four in a beachfront room at this historic hotel. San Diego with its famed zoo and other entertainment attractions is one of the world’s most celebrated vacation spots. Travel arranged by Marilyn Can Travel. Trip must be booked before Nov. 1, 2012.

Donated by: Marilyn Herzog of Marilyn Can Travel.

Guadagni Brothers Valley Bin

Attention grape growers: this shiny new bin is for you. Raise the bar on this year’s wine grape harvest by purchasing this stainless steel Valley Bin, made by Guadagni Bros. Welding, located in Healdsburg’s Dry Creek Valley. Growers in the know consider the Valley Bin the Cadillac of grape gondolas. The four by eight foot bin holds 2.5 tons of grapes. The best part: the bin is locally made by an agricultural company that has been crafting vineyard equipment for more than 37 years. Now even your harvest bin will have a Sonoma County appellation.

Donated by: Guadagni Bros. Welding

Wild West BBQ & Rodeo for 12

Enjoy a special night of Old West entertainment at the rodeo on Saturday, July 28 at this year’s Sonoma County Fair. This wonderful package includes a box seat for eight and reserved seats for the other eight guests at this action-packed rodeo where top cowboys and cowgirls from throughout the West compete in events ranging from bull riding to calf roping. The evening starts with a barbecue and cocktails at the fairgrounds’ VIP Patio where you will be joined by Miss Wine Country Rodeo and other princesses. Your group will be escorted to the Chris Beck Arena where Jeff Davis of Four Star Rodeo Co. will take the group to a  a behind-the-scenes tour of the corrals and cowboys’ hangout. Package includes parking and admission to the fair. Wear your Western duds and hold on for a wild ride.

Donated by: Sonoma County Fair, Four Star Rodeo Co. and Bubba’s BBQ.

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