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2015 Dinner Dance Date Is April 19th--Make Your Reservations Today!

2015 Dinner Dance,Sunday, April 19th--Reservations Going Quickly, But Still Available--Check Out The Auction Listings & Make Your Reservations Today!

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Camp Stevens
1108 Highway 78 Check in at Blum Lodge
92036 Julian , CA
United States
California US

The Volcan Mountain Foundation’s (VMF) 24th Annual Dinner Dance & Auction, on Sunday, April 19th at Camp Stevens in Julian, is a great way to kick off Earth Week 2015. You can ‘Think Globally and Act Locally’, and show your love for an important natural treasure in San Diego’s backcountry! The VMF Dinner Dance is always a fun reason to get dressed up, and wine, dine and dance with friends old and new, while helping to provide much needed support through VMF’s largest annual fundraiser. Mark your calendars and make your reservations today--this event sells out most years!

VMF is embarking on 'A Watershed Year’, and wants you to be a part of the efforts to connect the VMF community to learn about, love and care for our essential San Diego County watersheds that are fed by the Volcan Mountain range. For over 25 years, the Volcan Mountain Foundation has engaged people and partners to ensure that the vital watershed sources, wildlands and wildlife of the Volcan Mountain range remain protected, pristine and wondrous for all generations of San Diegans.

The auction (see catalog listings below) will offer an outstanding array of art, travel destinations, dining, and local excursions, experiences, treasures and services, while guests enjoy hors d'oeurves from Orchard Hill Country Inn and Camp Stevens along with a selection of wines courtesy of Milagro Farm Vineyards & Winery, Ramona Ranch Winery, and Woof 'n' Rose Winery in Ramona, Shadow Mountain Vineyards in Warner Springs, and Menghini Winery and Orfila Vineyards & Winery in Julian. Tom Nickel, the award-winning brewmaster of Nickel Beer Company in Julian and Julian local, John Horton, are donating specialty-craft beers, and hard and traditional cider is a gift from Julian Hard Cider and Apple Lane Orchard.

Peartrees Catering by The Wild Thyme Company will serve a delicious menu of Gaucho Flank Steak, Grilled Mahi Mahi, Black Beans, Ancho Chili-Infused Basmati Rice, Sautéed Carrots and Arugula Salad—and flavorful Vegetarian Enchiladas for vegetarian and vegan guests. After dinner enjoy desserts courtesy of Mom’s Pie House, and dance the night away to nostalgic and contemporary hits performed by The Footloose Band.

Visit www.VolcanMt.org for more information, auction updates and to see how your support helps make Volcan Mountain Foundation nature education and conservation programs come alive.  Reservations are $75 per person and may be made by MC/Visa or check payable to VMF. Phone the VMF office at 760-765-2300 or e-mail at info@VolcanMt.org to confirm your reservations right away!

PLEASE NOTE SOME UPDATES/CORRECTIONS HAVE BEEN MADE SINCE LISTING WAS POSTED ON 4/10/15

ANY FURTHER UPDATES/CORRECTIONS WILL BE NOTED UPON GUEST CHECK-IN AT THE DINNER DANCE

LIVE AUCTION  
1 Rancho La Puerta – 1 week for two at the luxurious destination fitness resort and spa in Tecate, Mexico.  Includes accommodations (Villa Studio Double room), meals, snacks, access to over 50 different fitness classes a day, lectures, entertainment and use of all facilities, and scheduled  transportation to and from the San Diego Airport (Saturdays only).  Stay must be between the months of July through December, subject to availability.  Cooking classes, spa treatments and personal training sessions are not included. Expires: 4/30/17. Value:  $7,900
TREASURES  
2 Go Take a Hike! Take your Adventure 16 Retro daypack (Donated by Adventure 16-Outdoor & Travel Outfitters) to explore Volcan Mountain and beyond and then afterwards stop by and enjoy local brewed Julian beer courtesy of Nickel Beer Company with a gift certificate to fill a 64 ounce complimentary to-go growler.  Value $145
3 Enjoy authentic Mexican and American cuisine in Julian courtesy of Carmen's Place--featuring amazing breakfasts, a full Mexican menu, delicious burgers, gourmet American dinners, and fireplace & patio dining!  Value: $50
4 Spring Floral Hand-crafted Mary Frances handbag. Small hard-sided designer purse features floral fabric with green and orange leather, appliques, decorated wood handle and beaded accents with black 'sleeper' bag. Donated by Jeri Crawford. Value $300
5 Taste Of The Orient Hand-crafted Mary Frances handbag or shoulder bag. Small green hard-sided silk grosgrain-covered purse features richly-beaded accents, a beaded handle, and removable shoulder strap. Comes with black 'sleeper' bag. Donated by Jeri Crawford.  Value $300
6 Nautilus-style Hand-crafted Mary Frances handbag/clutch. Artfully-placed beads and sequins cover the off-white nautilus shell-shaped clutch with removable beaded handle . Comes with black 'sleeper' bag and Certificate of Authenticity. Donated by Jeri Crawford. Value $300
7 Feathered Friends Hand-crafted Mary Frances shoulder bag. Brillinat beads, sequins and metal accents make this small purse with a 3-D parrot and cage motif a masterpiece. A 32" removable chain-link shoulder strap is adorned with beads and a small matching shoulder pad. Comes with black 'sleeper' bag and Certificate of Authenticity. Donated by Jeri Crawford. Value $300
8 Stock your freezer with Don's Delicious Meat Pack donated by Don's Market in Santa Ysabel.  Gift certificate package includes 5 pounds tri-tip steaks or roasts, 5 pounds London Broil steaks, 5 pounds bone-in chicken breasts, 5 pounds chicken hind quarters and 10 pounds ground chuck.  Value: $120
9 Indulge in a Julian tradition with a 'Pie a Month' (auction winner's choice) for one year from the Julian Pie Company and a Julian Pie Company pie cutter and hot pad .  Value: $200
10 Tea Time!  Experience an elegant Afternoon Tea for two in a charming turn-of-the-century gold-miner's home built in 1898, and then share tea for two at home with a robin’s egg blue tea tray set, tea, biscuits and napkins. Be sure to browse the wide selection of teas, accessories and gourmet foods. Donated by Julian Tea & Cottage Arts.  Expires: 4/19/16.  Value: $165
11 Relax, Renew & Indulge with a self-care themed gift basket! Includes a one-hour massage and/or Reiki energy session courtesy of Becky Guffey, a $20 Gift Certificate donated by Mr. Manitas Fruiteria at Julian Station in Wynola, lotion contributed by Renew in Julian, and a crystal nail file and lip balm.  Value: $110
12 Beat the summer heat with a 2015 seasonal family membership (for families up to 6 people) from Pinecrest Retreat Swim Club in Julian.  Open June through September.  Value: $375
13 Enjoy a backyard campfire with a 20" portable patio outdoor fire bowl courtesy of Ransom Brothers Lumber & Supply Co. in Ramona.  Value: $65
14 Plan a dinner party or picnic and leave the cooking to the pros with a catered, take-out dinner for 8 courtesy of The French Gourmet in Pacific Beach.  Consider The French Gourmet for your next catered event, no matter how large or small.  (Dinner includes 5 hors d'oeuvres, salad, entrée & dessert, and will be ready for pickup at their shop in Pacific Beach)  Expires: 4/30/16.  Value: $400
15 Ladies stay cozy and stylish with pink, orange and purple silk cape accented with super soft recycled fox fur from Vintage European Coats donated by Wandering Sage.  Value: $124
16 Gourmet Picnic/Camping Dessert Gift Basket--Indulge during your next camping trip or picnic with a gift basket filled with gourmet dessert goodies--including a UCO Play & Freeze ice cream maker, telescoping campfire forks, stainless steel mugs, compostable spoons, freeze-dried ice cream/S'mores/Bananas Foster, and gourmet S'more chocolate bars, graham crackers and marshmallows.  Donated by Eric & Jenny Jones of Wilderness Ventures.  Value:  $125
17 Stock up on fresh fruits and vegetables with a gift certificate donated by Wynola Flats Produce and transport your bounty with a stylish car storage/organizer made from eco-conscious, natural jute fibers  (includes 3 grocery totes designed to fit each section and compacts when not in use).  Value: $45
SERVICES  
18 Let there be peace on earth and Let it begin with you….Relax and indulge with a leisurely one-hour therapeutic massage courtesy of Lori Munger of Essential Modes, a Holistic Health practitioner at 1455 Hollow Glen Road in Julian. Value: $60
19 Let there be peace on earth and let it begin with you….Relax and indulge with a leisurely one-hour therapeutic massage courtesy of Lori Munger of Essential Modes, a Holistic Health practitioner at 1455 Hollow Glen Road in Julian. Value: $60
20 Enjoy ultimate relaxation with a 1 1/2 hour hot rock Swedish massage courtesy of Paddy Jacobsen (Item 1).  Expires:  4/30/16.  Value: $80.
21 Enjoy ultimate relaxation with a 1 1/2 hour hot rock Swedish massage courtesy of Paddy Jacobsen (Item 2).  Expires:  4/30/16.  Value: $80.
22 Work out the kinks with two office visits for a chiropractic exam and adjustments courtesy of Brian Denny of Julian Chiropractic. Value: $60
23 Find the tools to get fit with a gift certificate courtesy of the Julian Fitness Center for a three month membership for one person.  Value: $150
24 Get your chimney swept, have your dryer's exhaust and vents cleaned or winterize/start-up your swamp cooler courtesy of Donna Lord.  Value: $75
25 Let Arborist Chris Pope and his professional crew show the love to your trees with complete tree services courtesy of Pope Tree Service.  Value:  $250
26 Keep all your tech gadgets running smoothly with a gift certificate for three hours of expert computer consultation, program instruction & overall hand holding donated by Chris Warnes, Tech Guy to the backcountry.  Value: $150
EXCURSIONS & EXPERIENCES  
27 Sea Life - Explore San Diego's sea life with four passes courtesy of Birch Aquarium at Scripps Institution of Oceanography.  Value: $68
28 A day of golf in Borrego Springs--Enjoy four rounds of golf courtesy of Borrego Springs Resort & Spa (includes shared cart and range balls, advance tee times required, tee times based on availability, not valid for blackout dates or course declared holidays).  Expires 12/15/15.  Value: $260
29 Learn about wolf recovery and participate in guided observation of the ambassador wolf packs at the California Wolf Center with four passes to any weekend program (Saturday or Sunday) at the California Wolf Center.  Guests will view both Alaskan gray wolves, the subspecies most likely to recolonize California, as well as critically endangered Mexican gray wolves.  Program includes an educational presentation plus a 5"x7” photo of one of the wolves.  Reservations are required in advanced.  Value: $80 
30 Deliciously explore the bounty of the San Dieguito Watershed with a day of wining and dining in the Ramona Valley! Savor a Thai lunch (or dinner) donated by Thai Time Ramona, then enjoy two wine tastings courtesy of the Pamo Valley Winery, and round out your excursion with sushi or tiki-style cuisine compliments of Da Tuna Shack.  Value: $95
31 Disney Magic!  Getaway to the happiest place on earth with four one-day Park Hopper tickets providing admission to both Disneyland Park and Disney's California Adventure Park courtesy of Disneyland Resort.  Expires: 3/1/17.  Value:  $620
32 Explore and expand your culinary talents with a gift certificate courtesy of Great News! Cookware & Cooking School (may be used on any cooking class with a value of $54).  Expires: 04/19/16.  Value: $54
33 Enjoy an exciting half-day fishing trip for two from H & M Landing, the 'West Coast's oldest, most experienced sport fishing company' (rod & reel included, reservations required, not valid Saturdays during the summer).  Expires 4/19/16.  Value:  $96
34 Classic SoCal:  Cruise the San Diego Harbor with two Hornblower Seafarer's passes good for any one or two hour Harbor Cruise or weekday Whale Watching Cruise (all cruises San Diego only; passes expire 11/30/15) and enjoy an In-N-Out Burgers package of eight (8) guest checks that may be redeemed for any burger, fry and drink at any In-N-Out Burgers, an In-N-Out Burgers T-shirt, beach towel, antenna topper and paper hats (Guest checks expire 7/31/16).  Value: $158
35 Craft and brew your own homebrew! Come experience the simple magic of combining barley, hops, yeast, and water. Join Julian brewer John Horton for a “brewday” experience at Camp Stevens that will give you hands-on experience to learn about and understand the brewing process. We will meet first to discuss the beer we will make, then design our recipe. On brewday (about 5-6 hours) we will grind the grains, measure the hops, create our mash, do the boil and ultimately get our delicious future beer into the fermenter. When fermentation is finished, we will bottle our creation for you to take home and enjoy. You will have an opportunity to help at every step along the way. Available for 1 or 2 brewers. Mutually agreeable date to be determined. Includes all ingredients and two cases of 12 oz bottles. Lets Brew! Value $150
36 North Coastal Excursion: Discover what's in bloom with two guest passes courtesy of the San Diego Botanic Garden (formerly Quail Botanical Gardens) in Encinitas (Expires: 4/30/16) and then enjoy grand ocean views and upscale dining courtesy of Jake's Del Mar (Expires 2/18/16).  Value: $128
37 Kick up some dust and treat yourself to some of the most scenic views Julian has to offer with a guided trail ride for two courtesy of Julian Stables (reservations needed, and based on availability; there is a 200 pound rider weight limit and riders must be 9 years of age or older).  Expires 2/1/16.  Value:  $118
38 One day weaving experience with master weaver, Beryl Warnes, at the new Academy of Hand Weaving in Santa Ysabel.  Spend a day in the academy weaving a shawl or throw.  Donated by Julian Weaving Works.  Expires: 4/30/16.  Value: $100
39 Boutique Entertainment & Gourmet Pizza:  A $25 gift certificate courtesy of Wynola Pizza & Bistro at the Red Barn in Wynola lets you savor gourmet wood-fired pizza, entrées, desserts, and live entertainment every weekend. Take in more entertainment when you experience boutique drama courtesy of the Lamb's Players Theater with tickets for two (passes are good for any performance, when seating is available; not valid for Christmas; reservations must be made 48 hours in advance with box office; expires 2/29/16).  Value:  $129
40 East Village Theater & Fresh Seafood Dining: Experience professional, diverse, and socially-conscious theater with four tickets for the 2015-2016 season (September-May) courtesy of Mo'olelo Performing Arts Company, and dine on seafood at its freshest compliments of The Fish Market, a San Diego tradition located along the Harbor, and also in Del Mar (gift certificate does not include gratuity and expries 10/1/15). Value: $170
41 Summer Entertainment & Gourmet Pizza:  A $25 gift certficate courtesy of Wynola Pizza & Bistro at the Red Barn in Wynola lets you savor gourmet wood-fired pizza, entrées, desserts, and live entertainment every weekend year round. You could also order take out and dine al fresco while enjoying two lawn tickets to any 2015 summer season performance (Wednesday, Thursday or Sunday--subject to availability; expires 9/26/15) compliments of Moonlight Stage Productions in Vista.  Value:  $73
42 Downtown Theater & Poway Dining (Package 1):  Enjoy award-winning fine Northern Mediterranean cuisine courtesy of Yanni's Bistro and Cellar in Scripps Poway (expires 4/19/17) and experience downtown San Diego's resident professional theatre with two vouchers for any season performance compliments of San Diego REPertory Theatre  (subject to seating availability, Saturday evening performances excluded; recipients should check website to determine performance dates and times and should call theatre box office 24 hours prior to performance to reserve the best possible seats). Value: $127
43 Downtown Theater & Poway Dining (Package 2:  Enjoy award-winning fine Northern Mediterranean cuisine courtesy of Yanni's Bistro and Cellar in Scripps Poway (expires 4/19/17) and experience downtown San Diego's resident professional theatre with two vouchers for any season performance compliments of San Diego REPertory Theatre  (subject to seating availability, Saturday evening performances excluded; recipients should check website to determine performance dates and times and should call theatre box office 24 hours prior to performance to reserve the best possible seats). Value: $127
44 Wild Animals -Explore the San Diego Zoo or the San Diego Zoo Safari Park with two passes donated by San Diego Zoo Global.  Includes entrance to the Zoo with guided bus tour, Express Bus and Skyfari Aerial Tram or entrance to Safari Park which includes African Tram and regularly scheduled shows. Expires: 3/25/16.  Value: $96
45 Soar the backcountry!  Set sail in the sky with a panoramic, bird's-eye view of Volcan Mountain and Warner Springs and get a fabulous introduction to the sport of soaring with a flight certificate for a scenic ride for two passengers or an introductory flight for one passenger donated by Sky Sailing, Inc. Expires: 01/31/16.  Value: $160
46 Birds, Flowers, Food! Enjoy wholesome food….beautiful flowers with a $50 gift certificate for food or flowers courtesy of Soups and Such Café/Flowers by Lani and then stock up on all things for bird lovers with a $50 gift certificate courtesy of The Birdwatcher.  Value: $100
47 Tee-off for an 18-Hole round of golf for four (including carts) at The Springs or Roadrunner golf courses courtesy of The Springs at Borrego RV Resort & Golf Course.  (The course is closed from late September through late October.)  Expires 1/16/16.  Value:  $245
48 Warner Springs Golf-Be one of the first to hit the revamped course with an inaugural round of golf for four with golf cart at the legendary Warner Springs Ranch Resort Golf Course.  Tee times may be made seven days in advance.  Based on availability and not valid on weekends, holidays or for tournaments/group play.  The gift certificate letter must be submitted to the golf shop at the time of play.  Expires: 12/31/15.  Value: $190
49 Stone Brewing Co. VIP Private Tour & Tasting--The good people at the epic Stone Brewing Co. in Escondido are offering a special VIP Tour opportunity to benefit the Volcan Mountain Foundation. The visit includes a 'behind-the-scenes' tour of the brewery and packaging hall tailored to the interests of the group, a guided tasting-including some specialty brews not found anywhere else-that includes 4-four ounce tasters and a souvenir glass. Date: Saturday, November 7, 2015, 2:30pm. Available for 10 participants at $20 per person. 
50 Experience an owner's day at the Del Mar Race Track, compliments of race horse owners, Priscilla & Keith Webb.  A 'backside' tour of the compound, stables and paddocks accessible only to owners.  Enjoy seats in an owner's box and lunch with Keith and Priscilla to discuss the world of thoroughbred horse racing.  Date will be on a Sunday during the 2015 summer race season starting in late July.  Available for 4 guests at $150 per person.
ART  
51 "Hare Transplant", 12" x 15" framed black and white etching by Edward Abrams.  Value: $300
52 "Flyfishing the Snake", 13.5" x 26.5" framed watercolor by Joe Garcia.  Value: $695
53 "The Hubbell Gate, Volcan Mountain", framed 8" x 12" color photograph by Jeff Holt.  Value: $100
54 "Mudd Hill & Wall Mountain", framed 18" x 22" watercolor by James Hubbell.  Value: $900
55 Custom hand-made table crafted from an approximately 150 year-old specimen incense cedar tree trunk, harvested from Volcan Mountain and created by Don Madison.  Value $500
56 Hand-made wood-framed 2' x 3' mirror crafted by Zach Mitchell of Mitchell Woodworks.  Value: $120
57 "Comes The Night", framed 8" x 10" oil painting by Bettie Rikansrud.  Value: $300
58 Large hand made, oven-safe leaf-shaped sea green pottery plate.  The bowl has a lead-free glaze and is dishwasher, microwave and refrigerator safe.  Crafted by Marge Rubenson.  Value: $60 
59 Hand thrown 6" oven-safe aqua and sand color pottery bowl.  The bowl has a lead-free glaze and is dishwasher, microwave and refrigerator safe.  Crafter by Marge Rubenson.  Value: $60
60 "Long Live the Monarch Butterfly. Plant Native Milkweed", a coral and silver pendant necklace created by Carol Schloo-Wright.  Value: $100
61 One of a kind hand-woven fiber art in green and gold tones created by Skylar Farr of Skywoven Designs.  Value: $350
62 "Bear Spirit Totem", the bear puts his arms around you and holds you during times of transition. You can call the Spirit of the bear to you anytime by wearing this lovely bear totem necklace and matching earring set.  Made of sterling silver, turquoise & Swarovski garnet beads, created by Julia Erickson-Visionary Designs.  Value:  $125
63 Exquisite Swarovski crystals and and elegant pearls adorn this necklace, bracelet and earring set created by Julia Erickson-Visionary Designs.  Value: $95
64 Brass on striped-ebony fern motif pendant necklace created by Ken Wright.  Value: $100
DESTINATIONS  
65 Santa Fe, New Mexico-Immerse yourself in the Land of Enchantment as you explore and discover the legendary culture, history and natural treasures around Santa Fe.  Enjoy a four night stay in a  Southwest-styled  3 bedroom, 2 bath home and separate 1 bedroom, 1 bath apartment with kitchenette donated by Lynne Anne Baker and Family.  The home is walkable to  groceries, Starbucks, and movies, and is a nearby drive to the local ski area and renowned Santa Fe Opera.  Expires:  11/30/16.  Value: $1,400
66 Bandol, France-A small fishing village in the south of France, between Marseille and Toulon, known for it's sand beaches, wine, delicious restaurants, fresh produce markets, shopping and lively village atmosphere. Recreation options include golf, sailing, jet-skiing, hiking, and biking. A week-long stay at studio/loft apartment with 1 bath, right in the heart of town, that will comfortably accommodate 2 adults and 2 children with double bed and double sofabed. Fully-equipped with dishwasher, oven, microwave, washer and dryer. Donated by Genny Boccardo-Dubey.  Black-out Dates: June & August. Expires: 4/19/16. Value: $1500
67 Otavalo, Ecuador-2 night stay for 2 guests with horseback riding tour at Casa Mojanda Mountainside Inn & Farm in a private, spacious rammed-earth, tiled-roof cottage with bath and terrace and spectacular mountain views, plus dinner & breakfast each day at this beautiful family eco-lodge located just outside the artisan town of Otavalo and 2 hours from Quito's airport.  Subject to availability, reasonable advance reservation needed.  Expires:  4/19/16.  Value:  $440
68 Kaikoura, New Zealand -7 days, 6 nights for 2  at the Old Convent in Kaikoura, New Zealand.  Available June to Mid-August 2015; late Dec to Mid Jan 2016; June to Mid-August 2016 (booking dependent on availability during these periods).  Other dates possible, but not guaranteed. The Old Convent is an educational facility with clean and comfortable en-suite bathroom accommodations.  This is for the traveler at heart who wants a no-fuss New Zealand experience.  Minimum 4 week booking notice required. Donated by the Elisara Family and New Zealand Environmental Network. Expires: 8/20/16.  Value: $1400
69 Dine & Stay in Julian courtesy of Marty Emery and Romano's Restaurant At the Volcan View Mountain Chalet-Apple Country Cottage you'll wake up to grand views of Volcan Mountain during a 3-night stay at this cozy and comfortable 2 bedroom, pet-friendly A-frame that sleeps 6.  Located just 5 minutes from the historic Julian town site and Volcan trailhead, this delightful and peaceful cabin is ideally situated for relaxation or exploration.  (Available after Memorial Day weekend and before Labor Day weekend 2015).  During your stay enjoy fine Italian food and family recipes compliments of Romano's Italian Restaurant. Value:  $500
70 Stoneapple Farm Writer's Cottage in Pine Hills, Julian-One week at the 2 bedroom, 2 bath farmhouse which sleeps 2-4, and was formerly owned by Scott O'Dell, the novelist and Southwest historian, and his wife, Jane Dorsa O'Dell until 1989.  Still owned by the family of 'Aunt Jane', who lived there for 50 years until 2008, the 29"-thick stone walls contribute to the unique and quaint character of the farmhouse which stands on six acres of orchard and meadow with clusters of live oak, pear trees, and a myriad of daffodils every spring.  Stay may be arranged for any mutually agreeable dates, based upon availability; winner must call donors within two months of auction to book reservation.  Expires 4/30/16.  Donated by Tom & Gillian Gilhool.  (http://www.vrbo.com/328603)  Value:  $950
71 Del Mar Guest House-Spend a weekend for two at this cozy, one room Del Mar guest house with ocean view and patio, three blocks from the beach and just a stoll to downtown restaurants. This separate guest house comes with a queen futon, refrigerator, microwave and coffee maker.  Available after mid-October.  Stay may be arranged for any mutually agreeable dates, based upon availability.  Donated by Carol Kerridge.  Expires: 4/30/16 Value: $550
72 La Casa Del Zorro-Two nights' accommodations in a Deluxe Poolview room courtesy of La Casa Del Zorro Resort in Borrego Springs.  Includes two welcome beverages on day of arrival and breakfast for two each morning.  Reservations will be accepted on a space available basis Sunday through Thursday only.  Certain holidays might also not be available.  Expires: 4/15/2016  Value: $750
73 Desert Hot Springs-Weekday room stay for 3 days & 2 nights for two courtesy of the beautiful Miracle Springs Resort & Spa.  Valid Sunday through Thursday on a space available basis.  Holiday periods excluded.  Reservation requests can only be confirmed or denied if the inquiry is made no earlier than 14 days prior to arrival date.  Certificate bearer is responsible for tax charges.  Expires:  3/15/16.  Value:  $238
74 Mission Bay Condo, San Diego-The 2nd floor, 2 bedroom, 2 bath condo features a kitchen, living room, and balcony with amazing views of Mission Bay.  Walk out the door to sand and the 3.5-mile bayside walking/biking path.  Available Off Season: not available Memorial Day through Labor Day; no holidays. Five person maximum unless pre-approved.  All inclusive, remitter must complete a reservation agreement, refundable security deposit required. Expires:  4/30/16.  Condo stay donated by Orchard Realty-Deborah & Steve Kerch.  Value: $625
75 Padres Overnight-Cheer on the San Diego Padres as they play the Washington Nationals on Saturday, May 16, 2015, with 2 field level seats at Petco Park and then stay in a king bedroom in the adjacent Omni Hotel compliments of David and Kathie Rubenson.  Value: $450
76 Mesa Grande Conservation Ranch Getaway - Experience a two-night getaway for up to four people in a two bedroom guest house on a 410 acre "conservation ranch" in Mesa Grande.  You'll have free run of the ranch, including hiking, checking the remote wildlife cameras, and watching for wildlife. If you're a night person, do some stargazing with the 11" telescope.  Please inform us of any special needs, disabilities, medical conditions, allergies to certain foods or animals or concerns with any of the following: going up/down stairs, bending over, kneeling, or walking distances.  Reservation dates must be mutually agreed upon between all parties involved.  If you would like to bring children, certain age restrictions apply, please inform us of all in your party when making reservations.  Blackout dates: 5/8/15-6/10/15, Sept 2015, 10/9/15-10/12/15, 11/22/15-11/30/15 and 12/20/15-1/3/16.  Expires 4/19/16.  Value: $500 
77 Julian Romance for Two!  Enjoy a one night stay for two courtesy of Butterfield Bed & Breakfast in their romantic Country Corner Room and lunch or dinner with a $25 gift certificate compliments of The Julian Grille.  (Butterfield Bed & Breakfast stay expires 5/31/16 and is subject to availability, please try to book 6-8 weeks in advance.  Requires two night minimum stay on weekends, some restrictions Thanksgiving through New Years, no restrictions Sunday through Thursday.)  Value: $187
78 Palm Springs-Palm Mountain Resort & Spa-2 night stay.  Located in the heart of Palm Springs, this new resort is the perfect spot to relax and unwind in the radiance of the desert sun.  The palm-tree lined pool terrace is the resort's focal point.  There is a complete health and wellness center for the fitness-minded, and ample area to explore on your morning walk or jog.  Reservations are based on availability. Valid Sunday through Thursday, not valid on holidays or special events.  Expires: 2/1/2015.  Value:  $400