Learn It Here, Live It Forever
What does “It” mean to you?? SRA’s “Learn It Here, Live It Forever” gala will take place on Saturday, February 29, and every member of the SRA family can help make it our best gala ever! Here’s how you can help SRA raise funds for boats and scholarships.
We can't wait to see you at the gala!
- Sponsor the gala and use the event to spread the word about your or your employer’s business. Find out about sponsorship benefits here.
- Attend the gala! Tickets are on sale. Price increasing after 2/19/2020. Buy your own tickets or become a table captain and invite your friends and teammates to sit with you.
- SRA enrollment is at record numbers this year. We expect the gala to sell out early – don’t miss your chance to be a part of it.
- Volunteer the night of the gala
- Make a donation online via our support page if you are unable to attend the gala
We can't wait to see you at the gala!
AUCTION ITEMS
Live Auction Items
Pick Your Paradise Trip to Bali Pick Your Paradise Trip to Africa Pick Your Paradise Trip to Italy Mexico Trips Specialty Drinks SRA Premiere Cakes Boat Naming Rights: Two 8+'s Boat Naming Rights: Four 1x's Annual Car Detailing Service |
Silent Auction Items
RowHouse Month Membership SRA Women's Under Armor 1/2 Zip Weekend Getaways at Privately Owned Residences and Cabins Coach for a Day Experiences for Junior Rowers Private ASUW Boathouse Boys in the Boat Tour Photography Packages Car Detailing Service Wine Basket (includes plenty of wine, glasses, and winery tour certificates!) Retail Giftcards Concept 2 Swag Basket Rower's Toolkit Basket Kaschper Extreme 1x with Concept II blades Google Nest Mini 2nd Generation Napa Valley Wine Experience Personal Training Packages and Gym Memberships SRA Instagram Takeover Seize the Oar Foundation Inclusive Rowing Lesson Soup Party Supplies Basket Handmade Quilt SRA Glassbabys Fine Tea Catered Lunch and Row Through Seattle Beautiful Artwork and much, much more! |
Pick Your Paradise: Live Auction and Raffle Item
Bali:
Spend a week at Golden Buddha Resort located on the tranquil eastern coast of Bali. The resort sits close to the
Indian Ocean in an area of Bali famous for outstanding diving, snorkeling, hiking and relaxed ambiance. Your
accommodation is an air-conditioned, one-bedroom cottage with sleeping space for three people. The bathroom has
a stunning private indoor/outdoor shower featuring local Indonesian marble throughout. The centerpiece of Golden
Buddha Resort is a large stone-tiled pool with a waterfall feature. A covered outdoor dining area with kitchen
facility for cooking is situated by the pool. Also on-site is a day-spa offering full-body massages as well as the
Garden Café, open for breakfast, lunch and dinner, with a full bar offering cocktails, wine and beer.
Your trip includes:
equipment is included*
2. Snorkeling excursion for two
3. One-half day tour of the area for two
(Offer of one week accommodation is available for two years from the date of the auction). Immediate booking is
advised. For more information, visit www.sojourn-ventures.com (click on ‘Travel Bali’ and view Golden Buddha)
Spend a week at Golden Buddha Resort located on the tranquil eastern coast of Bali. The resort sits close to the
Indian Ocean in an area of Bali famous for outstanding diving, snorkeling, hiking and relaxed ambiance. Your
accommodation is an air-conditioned, one-bedroom cottage with sleeping space for three people. The bathroom has
a stunning private indoor/outdoor shower featuring local Indonesian marble throughout. The centerpiece of Golden
Buddha Resort is a large stone-tiled pool with a waterfall feature. A covered outdoor dining area with kitchen
facility for cooking is situated by the pool. Also on-site is a day-spa offering full-body massages as well as the
Garden Café, open for breakfast, lunch and dinner, with a full bar offering cocktails, wine and beer.
Your trip includes:
- 7 night’s accommodations in an air-conditioned one-bedroom cottage
- One round trip airport transportation to and from Golden Buddha (airfare NOT included)
- Daily breakfast for two at the Garden Cafe
- Complimentary bottled water in room
- Daily housekeeping service
- One special dinner prepared for two and served at Golden Buddha Resort presented on your final night,
- Two full body massages at the on-site spa
- Choice of one of the following:
equipment is included*
2. Snorkeling excursion for two
3. One-half day tour of the area for two
(Offer of one week accommodation is available for two years from the date of the auction). Immediate booking is
advised. For more information, visit www.sojourn-ventures.com (click on ‘Travel Bali’ and view Golden Buddha)
Italy:
Casa Colonia is a newly renovated 1-bedroom home located a short walk from the center of Cortona and some of the
finest restaurants in town. The upstairs bedroom has a queen bed and connects to a full bathroom. There is a half-
bathroom downstairs. Casa Colonia is located on one of the prettiest tree-lined streets in Cortona, overlooking the
beautiful Valley di Chiana below.
Offer includes:
2. Free WiFi, TV, hairdryer coffee making, dishwasher and a washing machine. There is also an air
conditioning unit (there is an extra fee for heat and air conditioning, based on usage, to be paid at
the end of your stay)
3. The center of Cortona, with all its restaurants and shops, is a short walk down the hill
4. Complete welcoming dinner, including Tuscan wine, homemade bread, lasagna and dessert
(Offer of one week accommodation is available for two years from the date of the auction). Immediate booking is
advised. For more information, visit www.sojourn-ventures.com (click on “Travel Italy” and then Casa Colonia)
Winning bidders have two (2) years from date of purchase to use the package.
Casa Colonia is a newly renovated 1-bedroom home located a short walk from the center of Cortona and some of the
finest restaurants in town. The upstairs bedroom has a queen bed and connects to a full bathroom. There is a half-
bathroom downstairs. Casa Colonia is located on one of the prettiest tree-lined streets in Cortona, overlooking the
beautiful Valley di Chiana below.
Offer includes:
- 7 night’s accommodations (Saturday-Saturday) in a 1-bedroom home.
2. Free WiFi, TV, hairdryer coffee making, dishwasher and a washing machine. There is also an air
conditioning unit (there is an extra fee for heat and air conditioning, based on usage, to be paid at
the end of your stay)
3. The center of Cortona, with all its restaurants and shops, is a short walk down the hill
4. Complete welcoming dinner, including Tuscan wine, homemade bread, lasagna and dessert
(Offer of one week accommodation is available for two years from the date of the auction). Immediate booking is
advised. For more information, visit www.sojourn-ventures.com (click on “Travel Italy” and then Casa Colonia)
Winning bidders have two (2) years from date of purchase to use the package.
Africa:
If you’ve ever seen the South African landscape and wondered what it would be like to see it for yourself, this is for
you. This fabulous six-day/six-night South Africa photo safari for two with four star hotel accommodations awaits
you! You and your guest will experience the serenity and magic of Africa through the Zula Nyala Group in Southern
Maputaland. You’ll see the plains’ abundant game—elephant, rhino, leopard, giraffe, hippo, zebra, nyala, cheetah
and buffalo during your daily open Land Rover trips with the experienced guides. Follow in the footprints of the
elephants along ancient riverbeds during guided walks. You’ll feel at home in the relaxed surroundings and within
the intimate atmosphere of the Boma. All of this is coupled with excellent service and cuisine presented with an
African flavor. You will have two years to take advantage of this incredible trip. All meals are included.
• 6 nights / 6 days for two people
• Standard room in in the Heritage Safari Lodge or the Hemingway Tented Camp
• All meals included, with gourmet breakfast and dinner buffets.
• Twice-daily open Land Rover trips with expert guides to view the animals.
For more information, please go to www.zulunyala.com
*All Pick Your Paradise sales are final, non-refundable, and with no extensions or transfers. Once a destination has been selected and winner’s materials sent, no changes can be made.
If you’ve ever seen the South African landscape and wondered what it would be like to see it for yourself, this is for
you. This fabulous six-day/six-night South Africa photo safari for two with four star hotel accommodations awaits
you! You and your guest will experience the serenity and magic of Africa through the Zula Nyala Group in Southern
Maputaland. You’ll see the plains’ abundant game—elephant, rhino, leopard, giraffe, hippo, zebra, nyala, cheetah
and buffalo during your daily open Land Rover trips with the experienced guides. Follow in the footprints of the
elephants along ancient riverbeds during guided walks. You’ll feel at home in the relaxed surroundings and within
the intimate atmosphere of the Boma. All of this is coupled with excellent service and cuisine presented with an
African flavor. You will have two years to take advantage of this incredible trip. All meals are included.
• 6 nights / 6 days for two people
• Standard room in in the Heritage Safari Lodge or the Hemingway Tented Camp
• All meals included, with gourmet breakfast and dinner buffets.
• Twice-daily open Land Rover trips with expert guides to view the animals.
For more information, please go to www.zulunyala.com
*All Pick Your Paradise sales are final, non-refundable, and with no extensions or transfers. Once a destination has been selected and winner’s materials sent, no changes can be made.
Menu
Salad: Redmond Town Center Salad
Mixed Greens, Honeycrisp Apples, Bartlett Pears, Beecher’s Cheese, Candied Walnuts and Pomegranate Seeds with Pomegranate Vinaigrette
Dijon Three Cheese Ravioli
Ravioli with a blend of Italian Cheeses topped with Seasonal vegetables and Dijon Cream Sauce
** Gluten friendly ravioli available on request
** Gluten friendly ravioli available on request
Tarragon Chicken
Boneless Chicken Breast with Tarragon Basil Artichoke Butter, Green Beans and Roasted Fingerling Potatoes
PNW Salmon
Salmon with Cherry Relish, Horseradish Potatoes, Green Beans and Roasted Tomato
Signature Cocktail: Rower's Rocket
Beefeaters Gin, Simple Syrup, Lemon Juice, Club Soda, Blackberries