Step into a world where magic meets nature at Magic Under the Mangroves. As we gear up for our largest annual fundraiser on March 7, we invite you to preview the exclusive live auction items available for bidding.
Breakfast at Tiffany
Donated by Waterside Shops and Tiffany & Co.
Ten guests will experience a private Breakfast at Tiffany at Tiffany & Co., Waterside Shops. The winner will receive a $10,000 store credit toward a purchase that morning. If preferred, each guest will receive a $1,000 store credit.
While enjoying breakfast bites and sipping on Ruinart champagne, guests will explore the world of Tiffany High Jewelry and be able to try on the world's most spectacular gems as they preview the latest tabletop and home collections designed by Tiffany at Home.
Each guest will depart with a special gift from Tiffany & Co., compliments of Waterside Shops.
VALUE $16,000
Restrictions: Valid through October 2024. To be redeemed on a mutually agreed upon day. No cash value. Waterside Shops location only. One-day use only. Any remaining balance is forfeited.
Wine & Dine with Louis Vuitton
Donated by Waterside Shops and Louis Vuitton
Four couples will experience a private ‘Sip & Shop’ reception at Louis Vuitton, Waterside Shops. Each couple will receive a $4,000 store credit that evening. While enjoying light bites and Ruinart champagne, guests will view the latest French fashion designs for men and women. Each couple will depart with a special gift and then be treated to dinner at BrickTop’s restaurant, compliments of Waterside Shops.
VALUE $20,000
Restrictions: Valid through October 2024. To be redeemed on a mutually agreed upon day. No cash value. Waterside Shops location only. One-day use only. Any remaining balance is forfeited.
Catered Reception on "Paws for Life" Yacht, Dinner at Bleu Provence for 20
Donated by John & Carol Walter, Crave Culinaire and Bleu Provence
Take a sunset cruise on the stunning 88’ Marlow Yacht, “Paws for Life”, and enjoy a bevy of hors d’oeuvres and cocktails carefully curated by Crave Culinaire.
Driven by the pursuit of excellence, immaculate presentation, and innovative cuisine, Chef Brian Roland is sure to impress. Crave Culinaire brings sophistication and satisfaction to each culinary affair. Enjoy breathtaking views of the Gulf of Mexico while sipping from your glass of champagne.
Once we have docked, your guests will enjoy the lifestyle of the French while dining at the luxurious Bleu Provence, where elegance and hospitality are one. Bleu Provence is truly a labor of love that blends food and wine for a unique European dining experience.
Restrictions: Available November 2024 – May 31, 2025 subject to availability. Must be a mutually agreed upon date.
Private Home on Keewaydin
Donated by the Walsh Family
This exclusive, one-of-a-kind experience includes a weekend getaway package for up to 26 guests in a private beach house on Keewaydin Island, accessed only by boat in Naples, Florida.
As the founding place of the Conservancy, the luxury accommodations include a private island experience in overlooking the crystal blue water of the Gulf of Mexico.
The adventure includes a 2-night stay (consecutive days of the week) at the luxury island residence with 10 bedrooms and 11 bathrooms, along with a movie theatre, pool & hot tub, and plenty of living areas inside and outside and will be sure to captivate and calm all ages.
There will be an array of culinary selections that include a private chef for dinner and a refrigerator stocked with plenty of favorites for the weekend at the beach. Enjoy a special field presentation and learn about the Conservancy’s Sea Turtle research on Keewaydin Island, working to protect and help the turtle population thrive on the island.
Restrictions: Reservations cannot be confirmed more than 30 days from the arrival date. The home is subject to projected availability. Available June 1, 2024 – November 30, 2024.
Green Glades West
Donated by Alligator Ron Bergeron
The private and exclusive experience of the Florida Everglades at Green Glades West is truly unique. Experience the wilderness like the early settlers and enjoy the weekend of a lifetime when you immerse yourself and tour the majestic Florida Everglades in its original habitat.
Eight guests will experience the thrill of riding aboard a big-wheeled safari jeep or a fleet of Honda ATV’s traveling through private land on the Big Cypress Preserve.
Discover the wonders and beauty of nature in the heart of the Everglades and observe wildlife such as deer, bears, wild hogs, hawks, eagles and - if you are super lucky - a Florida Panther too! All are indigenous to this part of “God’s Country”.
Accommodations include all the luxuries of home, including private suites, three delicious meals prepared daily, plus fine wines and beverages for 3 days and 2 nights.
Should this not be enough, Gator Wrestling is always an available option for those not faint of heart.
Restrictions: Subject to mutually agreeable date. Available March 2024 – March 8, 2025.
Preserving our Paradise - Python Experience
Donated by Conservancy of Southwest Florida
Journey with the world-famous Conservancy python team into the Western Everglades to advance this ground-breaking science to protect our native wildlife.
The lucky winner will accompany Conservancy Scientist Ian Bartoszek and his team on a unique field experience to release a male “scout snake”. This once-in-a-lifetime experience is a rare opportunity to not only join the team undercover in the field, but the winning bidder will be able to name the scout snake and learn of its movement and fate in the Western Everglades.
In the 10-year history of the program, this opportunity to name a scout snake has only been offered to three individuals. The day will start with a briefing in the Andrew Family research lab at the Conservancy, and then you and a guest will prepare for a day out into the field and participate in the release of the snake so that it can be tracked to assist with removal of large breeding female pythons.
You will enjoy lunch out in the field, and upon your return, the lucky winner will receive an equally unique gift – a hand-carved, eight-foot-long wood carving of the scout snake just released – created as a detailed work courtesy of our friends at Snake Life Carvings. This memento is sure to be a conversation starter in your home and will remind you of your role in helping to address one of the most challenging invasive species in the world.
Value: Priceless
Restrictions: Subject to mutually agreeable date
Taste and Tour of the Conservancy
Donated by CRAVE and the Conservancy of Southwest Florida
Wow your guests with an innovative and progressive dinner and wine pairing dinner for up to 40 guests prepared by Team Crave.
This package includes four courses of delicious food with each course focusing on some of the most exciting modern cooking techniques in today’s kitchens!
This package is guaranteed to challenge the senses, please the palate, and excite your taste buds. Team Crave will design the menu along with you, or you can put your trust in them to create an experience that will be sure to keep your guests talking for a long time.
About Chef Brian, Nicole Roland and Crave Culinaire:
Within the last 15 years Chef Brian has opened up Chops City Grill in Bonita Springs, ran Cru Food & Wine in Fort Myers, and was most recently the Executive Chef at M Waterfront Grille, Naples. At the beginning of 2013, he embarked on a journey to fulfill the dream of owning his own business. Since then, Chef Brian and Nicole Roland have successfully launched Crave Culinaire, a personal chef concierge and event company, and their newest ventures, Virtual Venue Naples, Crave 2 Go, Crave Event Staffing, and Crave Management Group.
Restrictions: Date to be agreed upon, not redeemable on holidays or October 1st through May 1st, to be used within 1 year of receipt.
Most Magical auction items
Discover our "Most Magical" auction items, available for bidding during the cocktail hour at the 20th anniversary of "Magic Under the Mangroves." These special items are in addition to our live auction, providing more ways to support the Conservancy of Southwest Florida. Explore these unique opportunities before the main event begins.
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