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 Proceeds go to the Windy Hollow Hunt hound fund, territory improvement, land preservation & a host of other worthy ends.

 We would greatly appreciate your “irrational exuberance” in bidding for these wonderful items.

Cash and checks preferred.  Please – minimum five-dollar increments.

Just click on any item name to open the bid submission form !

e-1  PAIR OF HUNT SCENE GINGER JAR LAMPS  Bring the Hunt into your home with these lovely lamps, 26" high, 150 watts, painted with folk art style hunt scenes in aqua, green and maize tones, topped off with  linen bell-shaped off white shades and fox finial.
Donated by:  Roland & Nina Stearns
Estimated Value:  $400
Opening bid:  $275

e-2  SPEND A DAY WITH A VET  Spend a fun filled day in the country with veterinary services equine vet, Dr. Linda Kutrubes of Little Acorn Farm.  Enjoy and observe the passion, skill, and humor of this veterinarian as she follows a busy schedule of appointments. At day's end, cocktails are included!
Donated by:  Linda Kutrubes, VMD
Estimated Value:  $150
Opening bid:  $65

e-3  ESCAPE TO BELIZE  Seven days and six fantasy nights for two, at the Inn at Roberts Grove in Belize. Good from May 1st to November 1st, 2007. "Roberts Grove adheres to breathtakingly high standards, with personal attention and terrific food.  These haciendas on 15 lush acres between the Caribbean and Placencia Lagoon will not remain a secret for very long" says Fodor's Choice. Hike through the jaguar preserve, explore and swim more caves than anywhere else in the world, day trip to the Monkey River to see the wild life w/out Disney, visit the Mayans (alive and in the ruins), snorkel, scuba dive, kayak, great food, hot tubs on the roof to watch the sunsets, and massages on the beach!  Truly a spectacular and unforgettable escape!! Does not include meals or tours.
Donated by:  The Inn at Roberts Grove
Estimated Value:  $2,000
Opening bid:  $750

e-4  SCARLET GRAND PRIX COAT  Bedazzle the crowd on your next show jumping round in this Frantisi child's size 37 Grand Prix coat.
Donated by Ed Wiley
Estimated Value:  $300
Opening Bid:  $100

e-5  TWO GIANTS TICKETS  "GO BIG BLUE!" Two tickets to a 2007 season home game at the Meadowlands Arena. Date to be arranged. 
Donated by:  T. Marshall Swartwood
Estimated Value:  $300
Opening bid:  $165

e-6  THE FALLEN FEW, WHH'S SLIPPERY SADDLE WINES  A fine collection of assorted wines, made possible by those members who occasionally found an opportunity to check out the ground conditions during the 2006 - 2007 WHH season!
Donated by:  The Fallen Few
Estimated Value:  Blackmail Possibilities
Opening bid:  $80

e-7  FOX HUNTING IN VIRGINIA WITH THE REEDY CREEK HOUNDS  A Fabulous Day's Fox Hunting in VA for two capable riders, horses and lodging accommodations provided!  Donated by:  Jim Culleton, MFH
Estimated Value:  $750
Opening bid:  $400

e-8  4 CUT CRYSTAL GOBLETS AND A BASKET OF FINE WINE   Perfect for those after hunting tailgate parties, fill the footed 8 oz goblets with your choice of 2004 Excelsior Paddock Shiraz from South Africa or a 2002 Green Mountain Cabernet Sauvignon, CA nestled in a straw basket.
Donated by:  Linda Wishe
Estimated Value:  $150
Opening bid:  $80

e-9  COLLECTOR'S BLUE CHINA PLATE 
Display this lovely blue Delftf Bosch/Belgium charger featuring
a scene of horse and carriage.  15 inches in diameter. 
Donated by:  Noreen Gratzel
Estimated Value:  $150 
Opening bid:  $75

e-10  GET OUT OF WORK PERMIT #1, 2007 WHH SEASON
(yes, others may be available!)
Consider the advantages … no early morning, rainy day, back stretching territory work. Simply write the check, and one member can avoid either the work party or fundraiser assignments  for the 2007 Hunt season! (Does not include Hunt Breakfasts)  Know somebody else who is interested?  There are limited additional "certificates" available!
Donated by:  WHH Masters
Estimated Value:  $3,000
Opening bid:  $1,000


e-11  HAND EMBROIDERED BLACK T-SHIRT DRESS  Long sleeved, medium, featuring gorgeous hunt scene, wear to a hunt ball or could be perfect at a spring steeplechase!  (color is true black - lightened to show embroidery)
Donated by:  Donna Raines
Estimated Value:  $100
Opening bid:  $55




e-12  HAND EMBROIDERED CREAM T-SHIRT DRESS 
Short sleeves, scoop neck, medium, with subtle hunt whip
and sly fox design.
Donated by:  Donna Raines                          
Estimated Value:  $50
Opening bid:  $30
 

 

e-13  DINNER FOR 2 AT THE WATER WHEEL CAFE, MILFORD, PA 
Named in the top 10 Restaurants of 2006 by dining critic Bill Guilfoyle of the Times Herald Record, "Milford makes for a great day trip and the Water Wheel Café makes for a fine dining adventure.  The historic buildings are magnificent, their character and appeal priceless.  The food here is first rate, the chef Susana Gasiorck has real talent and discipline.  Service is friendly and prices are very reasonable.  The heck with gas prices--this place is worth it!
Donated by:  Pike County Dispatch
Estimated Value:  $75
Opening bid:  $40

e-14  DINNER FOR 2 AT RIVER ROCK INN, RT 6/209, MILFORD, PA   Another top ten of 2006 restaurants per critic Bill Guilfoyle who wrote:Except for the large sign by the road, there are few hints that this is a restaurant, or, as it calls itself, 'An American Bisto'.  One look at the menu here and you realize that the label is on target.  The selections here are a collection of innovative and interesting dishes with numerous global influences and components.
Donated by:  Pike County Dispatch
Estimated Value:  $100
Opening bid:  $65

e-15  SPIRIT CONTAINERS IN WOOD BASKET 
Tailgate in style with 4 nearly quart size jugs for
Sherry, Gin, Irish Whiskey & Brandy,
complete with silver & cork stoppers.
Donated by:  Michelle & George Morville
Estimated Value: 
Opening bid:  $75

 

e-16  IRISH HOUND
Decked out in finest hunting attire with a
green frock coat for the Emerald Ball.
Donated by:  Lisa Neuman
Estimated Value: 
Opening bid:  $55

 

e-17  PRIVATE 1 HOUR JUMPING LESSON 
One hour private lesson with Linda Mancini,
talented rider and coach, at
Winner's Circle Farm, Warwick, NY.
Donated by:  Linda Mancini
Estimated Value:  $60
Opening bid:  $35

e-18  SEMI-PRIVATE JUMPING LESSON FOR 2 RIDERS  One hour semi-private lesson at Winner's Circle Farm's outdoor jump course, taught by Linda Mancini.
Donated by:  Linda Mancini
Estimated Value:  $90 
Opening bid:  $55 

e-19  FLAT OR JUMPING LESSON OR TRAINING SESSION FOR YOU/YOUR HORSE  A one hour riding lesson for you or training session for your horse at Whisperwind Farm, Warwick NY with Nina Lieberman, accomplished show jumper, trainer and fox hunter.
Donated by:  Nina Lieberman
Estimated Value:   $50
Opening bid:  $35
 

e-20  HOUNDS IN THE KENNEL  Antique framed
( 20.25"  x 17.00"  ) hunt print originally published by
T. McLean, 1820, by artist I. Clark shows kenneled fox
hounds. Frame is green/gold distressed, matted in hunter green.
Donated by:  Linda Mancini
Estimated Value:  $60
Opening bid:  $45

e-21  THE GREY HUNTER  Unframed, matted Hunt
print ( 25.00" x 21.50" ) (may be a re-strike) portrait of
Mr. Will Long in striking hunt green on his dapple grey
hunt mare "Bertha", with three hounds at foot, with
inscription "to his Grace, the Duke of Beaufort",
painted by William H. Bareaud.
Donated by:  Linda Mancini
Estimated Value:  $100
Opening bid:  $55

e-22  TWO TICKETS TO THE ROLEX 2008 3 DAY EVENT  This, and a horse fair are held at the beautiful Lexington, Kentucky Horse Park in April 2008.  Eventing is one of three equestrian sports of the Olympics, and the western hemisphere's only four-star international three-day event.  Arrive a day or two early and it may include walking the x-country course with a rider and/or member of the US Equestrian Team explaining the objectives in covering the course. 
Donated by:  Vanessa Elliot, Esq.
Estimated Value:  $175
Opening bid:  $125

e-23  HUNTING SILHOUETTE  Handcrafted and Framed by noted artist, Shayne Haysom.
Donated by:  Shayne Haysom
Estimated Value:  priceless
Opening bid:  $250

e-24  NETHERWOODS ACRES TRAIL RIDE FOR TWO  This Sunday morning 2 hour trail ride, horse included, is hosted by Bob Smith through the lovely Hyde Park, Duchess County countryside - with jumping available. Bring a friend or buy both rides for yourself!
Donated by:  Bob Smith
Estimated Value:  $200
Opening bid:  $125

e-25  A WEEKEND IN VIRGINIA  The home and stable of Milly & Matt Baker in Boyce Va will be yours to home base from for fox hunting or trail riding in the Blue Ridge Hunt country side.  For two visitors and two horses.  Dates by arrangement. 
Donated by:  Milly & Matt Baker
Estimated Value:  Priceless
Opening bid:  $125

e-26  LTD EDITION PRINT OF WHH STAFF & HOUNDS, FRAMED 
A special commissioned, framed water color print,
by Phyllis Gift, features a stunning scene of
WHH Huntsman, Jordan Hicks, WHH Whipper-In,

Michael Purdy in hunting attire, mounted, with hounds.

Donated by:  Sally Jellison
Estimated Value:  $350
Opening bid:  $225

e-27  LIMITED EDITION PRINT OF WHH STAFF & HOUNDS, UNFRAMED  By special arrangement, a limited edition of  10 prints, numbered and signed by
the artist, Phyllis Gift, have been made. 
They are matted and ready for framing. 
We have 4 available for sale @$225 each.
Donated by:  Sally Jellison
Estimated Value:  $225
Opening bid:  $175
 

e-28  MATCHING SET OF MING POLO PLACEMATS
& COASTERS
  Unique original oriental polo design, adds a
timeless touch of the East to any home.
Donated by:  Jenna Field
Estimated Value:  $90
Opening bid:  $55
 

e-29  TUXEDO LAKE BOAT CRUISE & DINNER  Relax & unwind as the sun sets over  Tuxedo Park, enjoying cocktails and dinner for 6  in a peaceful electric boat as you cruise by the historic and magnificent homes on the lake, dates by arrangement.
Donated by:  Mary & Heather Bullard & Mr & Mrs David Boucher
Estimated Value:  $650
Opening bid:  $300

 

e-30  TIME TO GO HUNTING!  
Get to the meet on time with this custom clock
decorated with WHH hounds hunting in Sussex
(photo courtesy of Shari Cirkus.)
Donated by:  Lindie Scorsone
Estimated Value:  One of a kind
Opening bid:  $65


 

e-31  LUSCIOUS HOME COOKED FRENCH DINNER
for FOUR!
 
 
At Tamarack Manor, home of Bernie and Heidi White, this is sure to be "home cooking" at its very best! Includes drinks, hors d'oeuvres, dinner & dessert and a few choice French lessons.  Ooh La La!!
Donated by:  Bernie and Heidi White
Estimated Value:  Unbelievable
Opening bid:  $95
 


e-32  KL SELECT HUNT BRIDLE   Your horse will be turned out
beautifully with this proper hunt bridle with lace reins.
Donated by:  Green Valley Tack
Estimated Value:  $268                                   
Opening bid:  $115



e-33  ARGENTINE LADIES VEST & SCARF   Lovely brown
quilted vest, medium to large,  with blue & brown striped scarf,
discovered in South America and carefully spirited back to the
U.S. for this auction.
Donated by:  Martha Pfeffer
Estimated Value:  $80
Opening bid:  $50


 

e-34  TALLY OOPS!   Humorous Note cards, 20,
featuring historic New Yorker cover by Peter Arno. 
Donated by:  Lindie Scorsone
Estimated Value: 
Opening bid:  $15

 

e-35  FUZZY FOX PRINT  Framed ready to decorate
any room in your house that needs an adorable fox.
Donated by:  Lindie Scorsone
Estimated Value: 
Opening bid:  $15

 



e-36  GALLOPING HORSES WATER COLOR 
Japanese style horses, framed.
Donated by:  Lindie Scorsone
Estimated Value: 
Opening bid:  $25
 




e-37  JEWELRY BOX  Heart shaped silver plated
by Regent Square for all your treasures.
Donated by:  Anna Maire Leahy
Estimated Value: 
Opening bid:  $20




e-38  "AT BAY"   Original Antique Print by Fred T Smith
c 1910 showing scene from Devon & Somerset
Stag Hounds, 14x18 matted.
Donated by:  Anna Maire Leahy
Estimated Value:  $100
Opening bid:  $65

 

e-39  RIBBON REHAB KIT  Creative Crafting for your
Treasured Ribbons with directions for making quilts,
wall hangings, table runners, pillows, belt, t-shirt, &
clock from all those ribbons you've won!
Donated by:  Donna Raines
Estimated Value:  $10
Opening bid:  $5

e-40  LINEN TOTE WITH LEATHER TRIM BY ANN TAYLOR 
Travel in style with this lovely Linen Tote by Ann Taylor.
Donated by:  Holly White
Estimated Value:  $128
Opening bid:  $75

e-41  WHH INAUGURAL LABEL SPECIAL "EMERALD BALL"
EDITION CASE OF PRIVATE RESERVE WINE
  
Extra Fine Wine for Extra Special People,
specially labeled edition! 
This case contains 2 bottles each of
Private Reserve 2004 Cabernet Sauvignon, Alexander Valley; 2003 Merlot, California;
2003 Petite Sirah, North Coast; 
2001 Cabernet Sauvignon, North Coast; 
2005 Chardonnay, Russian River Valley, Preston Ranch;
2004 Chardonnay, Barrel Fermented, Sonoma County;
meant to be fought over by the most loyal hunt members and wine connoisseurs alike, most of which are rumored to be one and the same! 
Happy Hunting & Cheers!
Donated by:  George & Michelle Morville
Estimated Value:  $350
Opening bid:  $275

e-42  SACKS OF DAFFODIL BULBS   Three sacks of naturalized bulbs, 250 bulbs per sack, ready for fall planting, will ship in Autumn, buy one or all!
Donated by:  Walter Ruigrok
Estimated Value:  $100 each
Opening bid:  $65 each

e-43  SAIL THE HUDSON RIVER FOR 2 WITH GOURMET LUNCH  An afternoon of sailing in a 31' CC with gourmet lunch with skilled skipper, sailing from Poughkeepsie Yacht Club, schedule with winds in mind.
Donated by:  Pandora Fawcett
Estimated Value: 
Opening bid:  $175

e-44  ICE BOATING FOR TWO WITH LUNCH  Master the trickier art of ice sailing on Orange Lake in historic ice boats, for 2, winter of 2008.  Gourmet lunch included.  For the experienced you can sail the fast single boat or just relax and cruise along in a double.
Donated by:  Pandora Fawcett
Estimated Value: 
Opening bid:  $175

e-45  RED SEA CORAL NECKLACE,
BRACELET AND EARRINGS
 
 
From Hamilton Jewelers/Sacramento - Lotus blossom necklace with red coral and fresh water pearls with matching earrings and bracelet in elegant white leather case.
Donated by:  Shari Cirkus
Estimated Value:  $150   
Opening bid:  $45

e-46  CLASSIC HILLTOPPING IN SUSSEX PHOTO 
Famous members of WHH in a past year -
featuring Milly Baker, Terri & Tyler Morris,
Andy Herskee & Noreen Gratzel  -
nicely framed for posterity! 
Photographed by Michael Zuegin
Donated by:  Noreen Gratzel
Estimated Value:  Priceless Memories
Opening Bid:  $65

e-47  ANTIQUE LADIES STIRRUPS
Add a touch of history to your home with these
antique sidesaddle stirrups.
Donated by:  Ed Wiley
Estimated Value:
Opening Bid:  $45

e-48  PAIR OF NEW LEATHER REINS
Never used, 1/2" wide plain leather reins.
Donated by Ed Wiley
Estimated Value: 
Opening Bid:  $35

e-49  ENGLISH HUNT HORN
Antique hunt horn, shows signs of good hunting use!  Heavy copper, 8" long, 1.75" bell.  No markings or maker's identification.
Donated by Ed Wiley
Estimated Value:  $250 
Opening Bid:  $95