As part of our Wild & Scenic Film Festival on November 16th in Invermere, we’re hosting a Silent Auction with bidding from 5pm-8.15pm at the Columbia Valley Centre.
All proceeds from the auction and the festival go to Wildsight Invermere’s work in the Columbia Valley protecting what we love – wild places, wildlife, ecosystems, and vibrant, sustainable communities.
Buy your tickets to the Festival
Get a sneak peek below at some of the items that will be on the auction table. With treats for your home, for your adventures and for your ‘self’, there is something for everyone! (And still more being added).
Featured items ⭐️
For adventures 🥾
- Ultra lightweight tent for two, from Durston Gear. Value $423.
- Two nights in Jumbo Hut, from the Columbia Valley Hut Society. Value $240.
- Two nights for two people at any ACC hut, from the Alpine Club of Canada. Value $240. (Two available).
- Two rounds of golf at The Ridge, from Copper Point Golf. Value $210.
- Gift voucher from Columbia River Paddle. Value $150
- Everyday Sling bag by Peak Design. Value $140.
- Bike Tune-up (level 1) from Lakeside Bikes. Value $110.
- Two days rental of Spark EV carshare. Value $120.
- Gift certificate from Cleanline Automotive. Value $50 (Three available)
For your home 🏡
- ‘Blink’ original painting by David Zimmerman, from Effusion Art Gallery. 23x23cm. Value $400.
- Gift voucher from Winderberry and Edible Acres Cafe. Value $150. (Two available).
- Hand crafted box made from Juniper wood with bear design, by Norm Funnell. Value $100.
- Hand crafted wooden wall art with wildlife design, by Norm Funnell. Value $40. (Four available, each a different design).
- Glass casting of Mt Nelson by Ryan Bavin, from Bavin Glassworks. Value $50.
- ‘Tracks in Jumbo’ print by Pat Bavin. Value $120.
- Collection of books about wilderness, wildlife and adventure, from Rocky Mountain Books. Value circa $100. (Four unique themed collections available – Discovery, Adventure stories, Water, Reflection).
- Raspberry Vodka gift box, from Taynton Bay Distillery. Value $100.
- Box of farm fresh produce with specialty varieties of garlic, purple carrots, beets and potatoes, and a farm tour gift certificate, from Old Blue Truck Farm. Value over $100.
- Blueberry vegan, gluten-free cheezecake, from Lena’s Raw Gourmet. Value $60.
- Festive cushion and art print, from Nipika Mountain Resort. Value $40.
For your self (or someone special) ❤️
- Sterling silver necklace with bighorn ram cameo-style pendant, by Dietje Hagedoorn – Goldsmith Designer. Value $650.
- Initial consultation at Veritas Integrative Health. Value $250.
- Six single entry passes to the Canadian Rockies Hot Springs (Radium, Banff and Miette). Value $105.
- Initial consultation at Silver Fern Acupuncture and Herbal Clinic. Value $135. (Two available).
- Two tickets to an evening presentation of your choice at the 2025 Wings Over the Rockies Nature Festival. Value $50.
- A one hour massage, from Kootenay River Massage. Value $65.
- Four $25 vouchers to The Station Pub in Invermere. Value $100.
- Four $25 vouchers to Conrad Kain’s Kitchen in Radium. Value $100.
- A one hour massage, from Josh Devins RMT. Value $110.
- One free assessment with any practitioner, from Premier Physio or Purcell Orthotics. Value up to $150.
- Two 3-packs of Wild Mountain Chocolate. Value $50.
- Selection of three drinking chocolates from Wild Mountain Chocolate. Value $30.
