[Flagdu] what's in our two FLAGDU silent auction baskets: for people and their pooches!

[Sherrill O'Brien]

Hello FLAGDU members and supporters,

 

We're thrilled to give you a look inside our fabulous auction baskets.

One has the theme of being prepared for a storm, but of course you can take
advantage of all these goodies any time!

And since we're the Guide Dog Users division, how could we forget our pups?
Whether you have a beloved guide dog or pet, there are treasures here that
they, and you, will appreciate!

 

And A huge "thank you" to FLAGDU's generous Board members and to NAGDU!

 

Below is the description of what's in the two baskets.

 

People Basket

This basket has a Prepare for the Storm theme, but there's fun in it, too!

 

1 insulated picnic basket with a Velcro side pocket

Dimensions 18 inches long, 11 inches wide, 11 inches deep

Collapses flat for packing

Will keep drinks cool if your power goes out

 

2 This special radio could be a lifesaver.

Eskay AM/FM/weather radio. Hand crank and solar powered. With flashlight and
USB charging ports. Water resistant

 

3 One cooling towel, and there's another in the pooch basket!

 

(you'll thank us for the next two items if you need to stock up on things
like important bottles of water and peanut butter and jelly)

4 One 25 dollar WalMart gift card

 

5 one 25 dollar Publix gift card

 

6 yummy and healthy Snacks, and no fridge needed)

One pound power Trail Mix

Beef Jerky

Box Lara bars

 

7One bottle Hurricane Class 5 sangria from Florida Orange Grove Winery

White sangria made with pineapple, passion fruit, key lime, mango and
watermelon

(and you're asking why didn't she put this at the top of the list (lol)!

 

8 great for the porch or patio, Two sturdy decorative plastic wine glasses

 

9 Hot and cold double walled stainless steel copper lined absolutely no-leak
or spill beverage container with locking top

Keeps coffee really hot for many hours, and your cold beverage of choice
frosty!

Holds 20 ounces

Black with silver NFB logo

 

Doggie Basket

Basket: round, heavy, woven with sturdy handle

 

1 One   $25 Amazon gift card

 

2 cooling towel

 

3 black plastic food/water bowl with gray bone prints around it

 

4 collapsible silicone food/water travel bowl for large dogs 

Holds 3 cups water

Wipes very clean and dishwasher safe

highly recommended when attending conventions with your guide

 

5 over 3 pound container of beef jerky treats for dogs

 

6 Buddy Biscuits peanut butter flavor, in the shape of gingerbread men, 14
oz. box, grain free

 

7 Wag More, Bark Less cheddar flavor various shapes, 14 oz. box, grain free

 

8 Bone shaped dispenser with pick-up bags

 

9  dog toys, includes kong, nylabone and plush squeakies

 

10. organic dog care products from Burt's Bees

Includes package of doggy wipes, a bottle of nose and paw Soothing oil, and
a bottle of itch spray

 

11 Fluorescent vest for humans to wear at night when walking their dog for
safety purposes

Or if you're out walking using your cane!

 

 

Thank you in advance for supporting your FLAGDU division! I look forward to
greeting you at our Saturday afternoon FLAGDU meeting and seminar.

 

Warm regards,

 

Sherrill

 

Sherrill O'Brien, President

Florida Association of Guide Dog Users (FLAGDU)

National Federation of the Blind of Florida

 

Phone 813-935-0474, cell 813-767-1890

email Secretary at NAGDU.ORG

 

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characteristic that defines you or your future. Every day we raise
expectations because low expectations create barriers between blind people
and our dreams. You can live the life you want! Blindness is not what holds
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