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WHH
Silent Auction 2006
Item List
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.
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
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