Albuquerque, New Mexico Treehugger's Bash 2012 Auction Items

Four Day Gila Wilderness Horsepack or Hiking with Lodging

Treat yourself and a companion to a four day guided horse-pack or hiking trip deep into the Gila Wilderness. Experience the magical landscape shaped by an immense watershed that harbors soaring eagles, hawks, herons, and kingfishers by sleeping under the stars. This trip is guided and outfitted by WolfHorse Outfitters, an experienced native American guide service led by Joe Saenz. This adventure will accommodate all levels of riding experience. A relaxing stay at the beginning or end of your trip is yours at Bear Mountain Lodge located in Silver City, NM. Starting bid $2000.

Ski Trip to Telluride

Enjoy a day on the slopes with two 1-day lift ticket vouchers, each redeemable for one lift ticket at Telluride Ski Resort. Partake in delicious Taqueria-Style Mexican Cuisine wtih a $30 gift certificate to La Cocina de Luz Restaurant and one overnight stay for two at local lodging. Starting bid $225.

Three Night Stay in Jemez for Two

Humans have probably inhabited the Jemez Valley since 2500 B.C. The name "Jemez" is from the Native American Tanoan dialect in which it has the form hay mish, or "people." Now is your opportunity to spend several days exploring this magical and historical place. Spend three nights in a one-room cabin that is fun and funky and comes equipped with a very rustic outhouse!. Use your gift certificate to dine at the local's favorite Laughing Lizard Inn and Cafe. Starting bid $125.

Framed Print from Artist Carole LaRoche

In a town that is always changing, Carole LaRoche is a constant. Her gallery, more than 25 years old, was first located on Gypsy Alley and then moved to Canyon Road about ten years ago. Over the years, LaRoche has developed a substantial following of collectors who gravitate to her paintings, pastels and monotypes of animals and figures, rendered in a simple way that emphasizes form and color. Now is your chance to own a framed print from LaRoche entitled, "Spirit Jaguar" (not image shown). Starting bid $250.

Two Night Stay for Two in the Gila Wilderness Area

Step into the old west when you enter the Black Range Lodge's spacious lobby. Its massive stone walls and log-beamed ceilings - built from the tumble-down ruins of Pretty Sam's Casino and the Monarch Saloon - were completed in 1940. The original plastered brick construction dates back to the 1880s, when the Lodge housed miners and cavalry. Enjoy exploring the nearby gila cliff-dwellings and wilderness area then unwind with a relaxing one-hour massage. Starting bid $200.