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Weekend for Wildlife is Feb. 8-9! Before you go ...
We’re thrilled to have several elected officials attending this year. In addition to Gov. Nathan Deal and First Lady Sandra Deal (our honorary chairperson), we’re also welcoming Sen. Saxby Chambliss, Congressman Jack Kingston, Georgia Rep. Bruce Williamson, former Congressman Lindsey Thomas and former First Lady Betty Sanders.
Special thanks to our Corporate Sponsors this year! We have raised nearly $500,000 in just corporate donations to date, thanks to our loyal donors returning as well as the addition of many new organizations joining the Weekend for Wildlife tradition.
Weather at Sea Island averages highs in the low 60s and lows in the mid 40s in February. Keep an eye on weather reports as the event approaches. Dress for winter weather, but bring sunscreen and sunglasses too.
Guests should have received a confirmation of your registration details via mail or email. If you have questions about your trip(s), please contact Lisa Gunthorp at (706) 557-3337 at your earliest convenience.
Verbal Auction Preview
Last year's Verbal Auction was a runaway success, and this year's will be no different. On Saturday night, bidders can compete for:
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Opening Day Dove Hunt at Joe Hatfield's Farm with lodging at Unicoi Sate Park
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Groton Hog Hunt with Wildlife Resources Division Director Dan Forster, March 6-10
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Peggy Everett Painting, a bald eagle at sunset
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Gobbler Hunt at Grace Acres with Commissioner Mark Williams & Former Congressman Lindsey Thomas for two hunters
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Buck Creek Plantation Quail Hunt with Gov. Nathan Deal, Dec. 6-7
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Walleye Fishing Trip with Gov. Nathan Deal with overnight accommodations at Unicoi Lodge and guide services by Wes Carlton of Georgia Lake Fishing
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Ladies Luncheon with the First Lady at the Governor's Mansion for eight guests
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Weeklong vacation in Costa Rica in a private residents for eight guests
- One-of-a-kind Henry Golden Boy .22 Long Rifle
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Quail Hunt at Burge Plantation with Gov. Nathan Deal's Chief of Staff Chris Riley and DNR Board Chair Rob Leebern for two hunters. Includes meals, lodging and PM/AM hunts. Donated by Rob Leebern
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Quail Hunt at Southern Woods Plantation with Environmental Protection Division Director Jud Turner for three guests. Includes lodging, meals and two half-day guided hunts. Donated by Nancy Addison
Silent Auction Preview
PREVIEW auction items now. We're adding items daily so check back often. A new component to our Silent Auction this year, we’ll have showcase items in a High End Silent Auction section. This part of the auction will be held open and promoted until the Verbal Auction ends during the banquet. Exclusive pieces will include:
1. Bald Eagle with Trout Painting
2. Antique Canvasback Decoy
3. Greyfield Inn at Cumberland Island Getaway for 2 guests
4. The Lodge at Little St. Simons Island Getaway for 2 guests
5. Masterpiece Portrait for 8 and overnight stay at St. Regis Hotel, New York
6. Two-night stay at the Strachan Carriage House, St. Simons Island with guided kayak tour for 16 guests
7. "High Tail" bronze sculpture of a whitetail deer by artist Laran Ghiglieri
8. Snorkeling Trip on the Connasauga with DNR Commissioner Mark Williams and Wildlife Resources Division Aquatic Biologist Dr. Brett Albanese
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