Take Me to the Trees 2024 | Save the Redwoods League

PRESENTING SPONSOR

ENJOY THE PHOTO GALLERY!

Co-chairs Kelly Tarapani, Rich Wendling and Mindy Whittington, together with their Event Committee invite you to join this fun-filled evening, reconnecting with one another to help protect and restore our redwood forests and connect all people to their peace and beauty.

EVENT COMMITTEE

Matt Berler
Rosemary Cameron
James Campbell
Eric Fishman
Caitlyn Fox

Tanya Musgrave
Kendal Peirce
Allegra and Edward Quinn
Mike Wyatt

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AUCTION

Featuring

Master of Ceremonies (and Dance Captain)

Griff Griffith

Host of Animal Planet’s Wild Jobs

Live Musical Performance by

SUPER DIAMOND

A Neil Diamond Tribute Band

Campy Activities featuring
Cocktail Reception featuring one-of-a-kind redwood infused libations.
Redwood Wishing Tree
“Sweets & Swag”: Fill your goody bag with one-of-a-kind League branded merch
Redwood Drawing for 49er VIP Experience
Forest themed photobooth
Redwoods Inspired Auction
And more!

PRESENTING SPONSOR

“Federated Indians of Graton Rancheria is proud to be the presenting sponsor for Take Me to the Trees. Save the Redwoods League’s work to protect and restore our redwoods and giant sequoias mirrors our tribe’s mission of environmental stewardship and is in keeping with the work of our ancestors. This evening is a great way to get to know the League’s work and we’re proud to celebrate the 106th year of Save the Redwoods League’s impact on our forests and open spaces.”

Greg Sarris, Tribal Chairman, Federated Indians of Graton Rancheria

ENTERTAINMENT SPONSOR

Rich, Katie, and Cody Wendling

REDWOOD CHAMPION

Nancy and Paul Helman
Martha and Mike Helms/Mervyn L. Brenner Foundation
Rich, Katie, and Cody Wendling
Gretchen and Mike Wyatt
Ralph Eschenbach and Carol Provan

REDWOOD TRAILBLAZER

Anonymous
Lisa Erdberg and Dennis Gibbons
Caitlyn Fox and Matthew Newcomb
East Bay Regional Park District
Landis Communications
Peggy Light
C. Bradley and Penny Moore
Tanya and Greg Musgrave
Relation
John Scharffenberger

REDWOOD CARETAKER

Debbie and Daniel Bardon
Amy and Matt Berler
Debbie DeDomenico and Charlie Martin
Eric Fishman
Brigit and Mike Grimm
J.P. Morgan Private Bank
K2D Strategies
Kendal Peirce and Dylan Cooper
Julia Sherwin and Michael Haddad
Katheleen and Robert Skinner
Jan and Bill Terry
Tim M. Whalen

REDWOOD FRIEND

Rosemary Cameron and David Perper
James Campbell and Adam Gavzer
Bill Croft and Carol Toffaleti
Dennis Elder and Bill Otten
Colby Hastings and Dan Sachs
Hood & Strong, LLP
Integral, LLC
Brandon Keefe and Jennifer Latimer
Dave Maltz and Antje Kann
Suzanne Moss and Herb Kasler
Tanya and Greg Musgave
Lisa Rosenfield Podolskyand Dan Podolsky
Carl Shapiro
Alvin Smith and Elena Lebedeva
Zachary Smith
Daniel Student
Kelly and Abe Tarapani
Nadine Weil
Mindy and Michael Whittington

REDWOOD SUPPORTER

Julie and Nathan Aleman
Sabine Bergmann and Sean Kasmir
Judith Bliss
Beverly Dale
Meg and Scoot Dudley
James Campbell and Adam Gavzer
Kendra and Sam Hodder
Matt Leffert
Debbie DeDomenico and Charlie Martin
Dan Flickinger
Stephen Parlett
Janet and Ben Pruden
Rick and Ramona Raybin
Sara Clark and Will Riffelmacher
Corinna Roth
TK Ngo and Matt Stern
Melinda and Michael Thomas
Kelly and Dan Walker
Arlin Weinberger
Gwen and Lee Wittlinger
Georgia Young

Sponsorship Benefits

Included in all levels:
Enjoy craft cocktails and conifer-inspired appetizers with breathtaking views of the Golden Gate Bridge. Dine from sweet and savory food stations and test your redwoods knowledge with interactive field activities. Raise your paddle for exciting redwood adventure auction packages and enjoy an electric dance party with Super Diamond.

Included in $10k and above levels:
Recognition on printed and digital invitation, evening program, event website, annual report, and membership to Canopy Club with invitation to year-long events.

Presenting Sponsor ($100,000)
Includes a premiere table for 20 with special guest (optional). Ten complimentary parking passes (optional). Title recognition on all event materials. (FMV $5,000)

Redwood Champion ($25,000)
Includes a reserved table for 10. Four complimentary parking passes (optional). (FMV $2,500)

Redwood Trailblazer ($10,000)
Includes a reserved table for 8. Three complimentary parking passes (optional). (FMV $2,000)

Redwood Caretaker ($5,000)
Includes a reserved cocktail table for 4. Two complimentary parking passes (optional). (FMV $1,000)

Redwood Friend ($1,000)
Includes 1 seat. You may be seated with other guests. One complimentary parking pass (optional). (FMV $250)

Redwood Supporter ($500)
Includes 1 seat. You may be seated with other guests. (FMV $250)

Interested in supporting Save the Redwoods League and wish to donate some or all your seats for special guests? Contact [email protected] or 415-820-5833.

More Info

What do I wear?
Hiking garb—with style!
Try Gorpcore, named after the colloquial term for trail mix (“Good Ol’ Raisins and Peanuts”). This fashion trend is all about functional outdoors gear meets flare.
Or join Super Diamond on the dance floor with your vintage rock-n-roll T-shirt or glittery jumpsuit!
What’s Gorpore? Learn more here
A coat check will be available for storing your hiking gear

Location

Historic Building 937 in the Presidio’s northern shoreline.
937 Mason Street, San Francisco, CA 94129
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Transportation

Ride-share encouraged
Driving: Valet provided by Soiree Valet
Hiking: Coat check available to store your hiking gear.

Accommodations

Lodging recommendations if staying near the Presidio:
Lodge at the Presidio, San Francisco
Infinity Hotel San Francisco, Tapestry Collection by Hilton
Hotel del Sol
The Laurel Inn (Hyatt)
Kimpton Hotel Enzo

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We can’t wait to celebrate with you!

With excitement and anticipation,
Luz Perez

Luz Perez

Senior Events Manager

[email protected] | (415) 820-5833