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Getaway Weekend in Michigan's Harbor Country

Enjoy a weekend getaway near the shores of Lake Michigan in this fabulous seven bedroom, five bathroom vacation home known as Dunehaven. Take advantage of the seven wineries located within 30 minutes of Dunehaven plus shopping, antiques, cross country skiing, and the largest freshwater sand dunes in the world. Hike, bike, or walk the shores of Lake Michigan, and enjoy the beauty of nature nestled in the woods. Located just over an hour from downtown Chicago and 20 minutes from the Indiana border. Home sleeps 26 people. Subject to availability after Labor Day to weekend before Memorial Day. Depending on schedule, you may use the home for a maximum of four days over the weekend. For pictures and more information, click here.

Donors: Chet ('76) and Joy ('76) Boruff

Value: $2,500.00

One-day guided walleye trip on Clear Lake

This package includes fishing on Clear Lake for two anglers. Package includes transportation to and from Clear Lake (leave from Ames); all fishing gear and bait; and a boxed lunch and soft drinks. This trip is guaranteed to be a fun-filled day of walleye fishing on Clear Lake with Walleye Champion, Jim Trow from Ames. Jim is an accomplished walleye angler having fished professionally for 11 years on the Walleye Circuit. In 2005, he won the Cabela's World Walleye Championship. In 2006, he and his partner were awarded "Central Team of the Year" by Cabela's Master Walleye Circuit.

Donor: Jim Trow

Value: $500.00

Breckenridge Colorado Condo

Spend one week stay in a beautiful two bedroom, two bathroom condo located in Breckenridge, Colorado. The unit is fully furnished and has a full kitchen and open living area. There are also two hot tubs on the condo's property. You'll find yourself one block from downtown which boasts over 200 shops and restaurants. Maximum occupancy is six people. Click here for more information.

Donors: Larry ('73) and Pam Pithan

Value: $2,000.00

Clear Lake Summer Getaway

Spend two nights at the newly-remodeled South Shore Inn in Clear Lake in a lakefront room. Amenities include complimentary high-speed internet, mini refrigerator, flat screen television, and private dock. Package also includes two free entrees at The Landing Patio Bar & Grill located on the lake. Reservations not available during holidays; dates based on room availability. Expires August 31st, 2014. The Landing Patio Bar & Grill is a seasonal restaurant (open May through October) and is attached to the lake side of the South Shore Inn. Click here for photos and more information.

Donor: South Shore Inn

Value: $300.00

Golf "Stay and Play" at Lake Panorama

Stay and play with three others at Lake Panorama National Golf Resort in Panora, Iowa. Package is for four people and includes two days of golf and one night stay in a townhome at the resort. Also included is one dozen Pro V1 golf balls.

Donors: Juhl Feed Inc. and Lake Panorama National Golf Resort

Value: $600.00

Sonoma Wine Extravaganza 3-Night Stay and Airfare for 2

Sonoma Wine Extravaganza features wine encounters, luxury car rental, Fairmont Sonoma Mission Inn 3-Night Stay and airfare for two people.

This experience includes:

3-night stay in a standard Fairmont room (1 king or 1 queen bed) at The Fairmont Sonoma Mission Inn & Spa

Daily breakfast for 2

Private VIP tour and tasting for 2 at Chateau St. Jean, Sonoma

Private blending seminar for 2 at Ravenswood Vineyards, Sonoma

$300 gift certificate towards the rental of a Hertz luxury vehicle

Round-trip coach class airfare for 2 from within the 48 contiguous U.S. to San Francisco, CA

Complimentary booking

Value: Priceless

Chanhassen, Minnesota Getaway

Enjoy a one night stay in a King Whirlpool Suite at the AmericInn in Chanhassen, Minnesota. Also enjoy a $50 gift card to the Houlihan's Restaurant next door. Chanhassen is a suburb of Minneapolis and offers many attractions, including the Chanhassen Dinner Theatre. The Mall of America and IKEA are just a quick 15-20 minute drive away! Must be used by December 30, 2013.

Donors: Northcott Hospitality & Howard Anderson ('88)

Value: $210.00

NASCAR Racing Experience with 4-Night Stay and Airfare for 2

This Experience Includes:

NASCAR car racing experience for 2 people throughout the contiguous U.S.
4-night stay in a standard guest room at participating Hyatt Hotels
Round-trip coach class airfare for 2 within the 48 contiguous U.S.
Complimentary booking

The NASCAR Racing Experience:

This a driving experience like no other racing experience or racing school -- an experience you will never forget! Enjoy a package for two that provides classroom training AND the ability to drive real NASCAR Sprint Cup cars on a professional super speedway track during two 8-minute racing sessions per driver. There is no lead car to follow and no instructor riding with you. Personal racing instructors communicate with you using 2-way radio racing electronics, as well as be your spotter, coaching you during the racing sessions and helping you achieve fast speeds safely. Passing is allowed -- pass the slower cars as you catch them, putting the pedal to the metal and seeing if you have what it takes to be a NASCAR driver. The 3-hour experience begins when you arrive at the race track’s infield at the NASCAR Sprint Cup garage. After check-in, get suited up and attend the Driver’s Meeting with the Crew Chief that covers all training, instruction and a video presentation. Package includes a graduate certificate, souvenir license, liability and insurance. Participants must at least 18 years of age or older, be in good physical condition, and have a valid driver’s license. Because of safety reasons, cars are restricted to those under 6'8" tall and weighing less than 300 lbs.

Value: Priceless

Clear Lake Getaway

Two night stay at a beautifully decorated condo nestled in downtown Clear Lake, IA, right in the middle of shopping, entertainment and dining. And, a stone's throw from the lake and fishing, bike paths, golfing, etc. Two decks to enjoy the sun and a fireplace for cozy cool evenings! Reservations accepted Aug. 30, 2013-April 1, 2014 when avalable. www.clearlakegetaway.com. Donation value includes cleaning fee. Smoking and pets are not allowed on the property; property is not handicap accessible.

Donors: Mary Jo ('77) and Jon ('75) Banwart

Value: $600.00

Kansas City Weekend Getaway

Enjoy a one night stay at Kansas City's top rated bed and breakfast, Southmoreland on the Plaza, and a $50 gift card to dinner at the Grand Street Cafe. Also included is the Southmoreland Cookbook and a $100 Kum & Go gift card.

Donors: R. Kelly Schwalbe ('82) and Kathleen Fenton & Kum & Go

Value: $350.00

	Getaway Weekend in Michigan's Harbor Country Enjoy a weekend getaway near the shores of Lake Michigan in this fabulous seven bedroom, five bathroom vacation home known as Dunehaven. Take advantage of the seven wineries located within 30 minutes of Dunehaven plus shopping, antiques, cross country skiing, and the largest freshwater sand dunes in the world. Hike, bike, or walk the shores of Lake Michigan, and enjoy the beauty of nature nestled in the woods. Located just over an hour from downtown Chicago and 20 minutes from the Indiana border. Home sleeps 26 people. Subject to availability after Labor Day to weekend before Memorial Day. Depending on schedule, you may use the home for a maximum of four days over the weekend. For pictures and more information, click here. Donors: Chet ('76) and Joy ('76) Boruff Value: $2,500.00
	One-day guided walleye trip on Clear Lake This package includes fishing on Clear Lake for two anglers. Package includes transportation to and from Clear Lake (leave from Ames); all fishing gear and bait; and a boxed lunch and soft drinks. This trip is guaranteed to be a fun-filled day of walleye fishing on Clear Lake with Walleye Champion, Jim Trow from Ames. Jim is an accomplished walleye angler having fished professionally for 11 years on the Walleye Circuit. In 2005, he won the Cabela's World Walleye Championship. In 2006, he and his partner were awarded "Central Team of the Year" by Cabela's Master Walleye Circuit. Donor: Jim Trow Value: $500.00
	Breckenridge Colorado Condo Spend one week stay in a beautiful two bedroom, two bathroom condo located in Breckenridge, Colorado. The unit is fully furnished and has a full kitchen and open living area. There are also two hot tubs on the condo's property. You'll find yourself one block from downtown which boasts over 200 shops and restaurants. Maximum occupancy is six people. Click here for more information. Donors: Larry ('73) and Pam Pithan Value: $2,000.00
	Clear Lake Summer Getaway Spend two nights at the newly-remodeled South Shore Inn in Clear Lake in a lakefront room. Amenities include complimentary high-speed internet, mini refrigerator, flat screen television, and private dock. Package also includes two free entrees at The Landing Patio Bar & Grill located on the lake. Reservations not available during holidays; dates based on room availability. Expires August 31st, 2014. The Landing Patio Bar & Grill is a seasonal restaurant (open May through October) and is attached to the lake side of the South Shore Inn. Click here for photos and more information. Donor: South Shore Inn Value: $300.00
	Golf "Stay and Play" at Lake Panorama Stay and play with three others at Lake Panorama National Golf Resort in Panora, Iowa. Package is for four people and includes two days of golf and one night stay in a townhome at the resort. Also included is one dozen Pro V1 golf balls. Donors: Juhl Feed Inc. and Lake Panorama National Golf Resort Value: $600.00
	Sonoma Wine Extravaganza 3-Night Stay and Airfare for 2 Sonoma Wine Extravaganza features wine encounters, luxury car rental, Fairmont Sonoma Mission Inn 3-Night Stay and airfare for two people. This experience includes: 3-night stay in a standard Fairmont room (1 king or 1 queen bed) at The Fairmont Sonoma Mission Inn & Spa Daily breakfast for 2 Private VIP tour and tasting for 2 at Chateau St. Jean, Sonoma Private blending seminar for 2 at Ravenswood Vineyards, Sonoma $300 gift certificate towards the rental of a Hertz luxury vehicle Round-trip coach class airfare for 2 from within the 48 contiguous U.S. to San Francisco, CA Complimentary booking Value: Priceless
	Chanhassen, Minnesota Getaway Enjoy a one night stay in a King Whirlpool Suite at the AmericInn in Chanhassen, Minnesota. Also enjoy a $50 gift card to the Houlihan's Restaurant next door. Chanhassen is a suburb of Minneapolis and offers many attractions, including the Chanhassen Dinner Theatre. The Mall of America and IKEA are just a quick 15-20 minute drive away! Must be used by December 30, 2013. Donors: Northcott Hospitality & Howard Anderson ('88) Value: $210.00
	NASCAR Racing Experience with 4-Night Stay and Airfare for 2 This Experience Includes: NASCAR car racing experience for 2 people throughout the contiguous U.S. 4-night stay in a standard guest room at participating Hyatt Hotels Round-trip coach class airfare for 2 within the 48 contiguous U.S. Complimentary booking The NASCAR Racing Experience: This a driving experience like no other racing experience or racing school -- an experience you will never forget! Enjoy a package for two that provides classroom training AND the ability to drive real NASCAR Sprint Cup cars on a professional super speedway track during two 8-minute racing sessions per driver. There is no lead car to follow and no instructor riding with you. Personal racing instructors communicate with you using 2-way radio racing electronics, as well as be your spotter, coaching you during the racing sessions and helping you achieve fast speeds safely. Passing is allowed -- pass the slower cars as you catch them, putting the pedal to the metal and seeing if you have what it takes to be a NASCAR driver. The 3-hour experience begins when you arrive at the race track’s infield at the NASCAR Sprint Cup garage. After check-in, get suited up and attend the Driver’s Meeting with the Crew Chief that covers all training, instruction and a video presentation. Package includes a graduate certificate, souvenir license, liability and insurance. Participants must at least 18 years of age or older, be in good physical condition, and have a valid driver’s license. Because of safety reasons, cars are restricted to those under 6'8" tall and weighing less than 300 lbs. Value: Priceless
	Clear Lake Getaway Two night stay at a beautifully decorated condo nestled in downtown Clear Lake, IA, right in the middle of shopping, entertainment and dining. And, a stone's throw from the lake and fishing, bike paths, golfing, etc. Two decks to enjoy the sun and a fireplace for cozy cool evenings! Reservations accepted Aug. 30, 2013-April 1, 2014 when avalable. www.clearlakegetaway.com. Donation value includes cleaning fee. Smoking and pets are not allowed on the property; property is not handicap accessible. Donors: Mary Jo ('77) and Jon ('75) Banwart Value: $600.00
	Kansas City Weekend Getaway Enjoy a one night stay at Kansas City's top rated bed and breakfast, Southmoreland on the Plaza, and a $50 gift card to dinner at the Grand Street Cafe. Also included is the Southmoreland Cookbook and a $100 Kum & Go gift card. Donors: R. Kelly Schwalbe ('82) and Kathleen Fenton & Kum & Go Value: $350.00