| Dear Jack, |
With only 2 weeks until Take Me to the Trees: A Redwoods Celebration, we want to thank all of those who have signed up to attend on Oct. 22 in Golden Gate Park or otherwise lent their support. We’re particularly thrilled about the number of people who have formed teams to make their contributions even more powerful.
Proceeds from Take Me to the Trees benefit the League’s Montgomery Woods Initiative: Raising funds to protect Montgomery Woods State Natural Reserve by acquiring key properties to expand the park and safeguard critical wildlife corridors, restore the old growth grove of ancient redwoods, and connect people to this hidden gem by improving park infrastructure and enhancing public outreach.
With the competition heating up, the League today is announcing an amazing set of prizes for the top five teams: |
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YOUR EPIC REDWOOD ADVENTURE:
EXPLORING THE NORTH COAST AND SMITH RIVER |
| A private estate on the banks of the Smith River, surrounded by the splendor of Redwood National and State Parks, will be the home base for you and your teammates. Upon arrival, enjoy a sumptuous welcome dinner and get ready for pure adventure among the redwoods over the next two days: guided hikes on the James Irvine Trail in Prairie Creek Redwood State Park and to the famed Grove of Titans in Jedediah Smith Redwoods State Park and rafting down the Smith River with a stop at the revered Stout Grove, dubbed “the world’s most scenic stand of redwoods”. |
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| LUXURY WEEKEND AT GRATON RESORT & CASINO |
| Gather your teammates and pack your bags because it’s time to experience a luxurious two-day first-class getaway at Graton Resort & Casino, compliments of Take Me to the Trees Presenting Sponsor, the Federated Indians of Graton Rancheria. Enjoy premier rooms, VIP access to Graton’s High Limit Lounge, complimentary lunch and dinner at your choice of four restaurants, private resort-style cabana at poolside, and a complimentary treatment at Graton’s Spa & Salon. |
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| A LOST COAST REDWOODS EXPERIENCE |
| Immerse yourself in the unparalleled natural beauty of California’s famed Lost Coast on your private tour of the Lost Coast Redwoods property protected by the League in 2021. Encompassing five miles of rugged, undeveloped California coast in northern Mendocino County, Lost Coast Redwoods features 3,000+ acres of redwood forest, ancient old-growth trees scattered throughout, and coastal views that will take your breath away. Enjoy a two-night stay at The Westport Hotel, compliments of proprietors Dorine Real and Lee Tepper and a welcome dinner at the Old Abalone Pub, the Westport Hotel’s restaurant featuring a seasonally inspired menu with locally sourced ingredients from land and sea. |
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CONIFER INSPIRED DINNER PARTY WITH
CHEF DAVID BARZELAY |
| Chef David Barzelay continues to deliver unforgettable, multi-sensory, fine dining events at his Michelin Starred restaurant Lazy Bear in San Francisco. For you and your teammates (total of 10) David, a longtime friend of Save the Redwoods League, will create an incredible dining experience in your home or at the location of your choosing. David and his team handle every detail, and the unique cuisine, wines, and service will make for an evening you will remember always. |
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AN EXCLUSIVE EXPERIENCE AT
MONTGOMERY WOODS STATE NATURAL RESERVE |
| Experience the breathtaking beauty of the ancient redwood forest at Montgomery Woods State Natural Reserve and learn about the Montgomery Woods Initiative. You and your teammates (total of 10) will be driven in a luxury Mercedes-Benz Sprinter van from San Francisco with a lunch stop at the popular Ukiah “farm to fork” restaurant Cultivo. At the Reserve, you will be led on a private hike through the fairy wonderland that is Montgomery Woods. Then settle into the plush comfort of the Sprinter van for the relaxing drive back to San Francisco with complimentary Sonoma county wines and culinary delights. |
Learn more about all these Redwood Adventure prizes and join us on Oct. 22 in Golden Gate Park.
It’ll be a fantastic evening. |
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Sincerely,
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Luz Perez
Chief Fun Officer
Save the Redwoods League |
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