OXBOW - The Souris-Moose Creek Wildlife Federation hosted its 31st annual supper and auction fundraiser on April 22 at the Oxbow Rink.
A large crowd of around 230 people attended the event, which was held at the Oxbow Arena. Through the wildlife federation’s efforts, the event brought in around $50,000.
The event started at 5 p.m. with the supper an hour later. The main course was beef brisket, carrots, and baked potato with all the fixings. There were also some salads to choose from, along with Caesar salad. Once everyone had finished their dessert, the night’s entertainment began via the auction.
Family, neighbours, and friends pitted against each other to purchase their desired item, and this year there was a variety of goods to bid on. Prizes ranged from tents, camping chairs and a barbecue to fishing gear and jewelry, as well as flatbed trailer loaded with bolts and tools.
If someone didn’t have any luck at the main auction there were tables for a silent one as well as a raffle ticket draw.
The highlight of the evening; however, was the ping pong ball auction, in which 15 balls were sold for a chance to win one of the four main firearm prizes. Once the 15 participates had been determined, earning their coveted seat on stage, the contestants sat as their 15 numbered ping pong balls were drawn one by one. The victor was the only one left seated, and then had the opportunity to choose which gun they wanted to take home.
Some of this year’s proceeds will go towards repairing the fishing dock at Moose Creek Regional Park. The rest goes towards the federation’s other goals, from preserving natural habitation for wildlife to promoting outdoor education such as teaching archery to school children from Grades 4-12 through the National Archery In The Schools Program.
