
Nantucket-Treweryn Beagles
Friday February 28, 2025
Nantucket-Treweryn Beagles Dinner and Auction
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6:00 pm at Millwood Country Club
Dinner by Torino Cafe and Bakery - 7:30 pm
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call 540-955-2889 for an invitation, information, or item details
or to submit an absentee bid
Nantucket Treweryn Beagles - 2025 Items
Check back for additional items!
If you cannot attend the dinner but wish to place an absentee bid,
please call (540) 955-2889 by February 27th.
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Live Auction Items
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New donations!
Mr. Tupper Dorsey of Moore and Dorsery Inc., our area's finest nursery, is donating a tree. Two inch diameter maple or flowering tree or other species by arrangement. $200 value. One of our best fixtures is at Dorsey Lane.
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Mr Andy Koenig found a print of J. Otho Paget's classic beagler with his hounds, "Men of the Day." Matted but unframed so you can make the best fit with your home decor. The lithograph first appeared in Vanity Fair magazine in 1902. Value $50 or more. A great piece for an entry room or hallway!
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1. BOTTLE OF FINE PORT OR WINE - From the cellars of Mr. Peter Cook.
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2. RUM TASTING FOR SIX, COURTESY of AMB. PHILIP AND VICTORIA HUGHES - organize a few of your friends for a memorable and enlightening afternoon or evening at lovely Hickory Hill, home of Philip and Victoria. the winning bidder(s) will sample 12 different rums from the islands Caribbean - most unavailable in North America - accompanied by light fare (to help you remain upright). Don't miss this opportunity to learn more about rum’s history, lore, and different production methods that have given the world a surprising and under-appreciated variety of this quintessentially tropical spirit. The Hugheses will share some of their own adventures living and working - and enjoying rum! - in the Eastern Caribbean, and the Masters will help plan for a designated driver.
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3. EASTER PARTY VISITOR - Courtesy of Zelicia Read. Zeze will come to your children or grandchildren’s Easter celebration dressed in the superb N-TB Easter Bunny costume. This costume is ‘the real deal” and will make everyone smile. Plan your party's date and time with Zeze. Easter Sunday is April 20, 2025. She will spend up to two hours in costume. Priceless!
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4. NAMING RIGHTS FOR A NANTUCKET-TREWERYN HOUND. Name one of the 2025 puppies! The next litter is arriving soon, it is by our renowned Voodoo out of high-performing (and cute) Nutmeg. The whelp's name must begin with the letter M, and be a “hound name” approved by the Masters. The winning bid includes a visit to the kennels to meet the puppy to officially assign the name. We'll have drinks and a camera in hand.
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It has been 20 years since the NTB Kennel Renovation. It is time for maintenance!
In particular, we need to repair the damage Mother Nature and Father Time have done
to the west and south sides of the kennel's exterior walls. The beagles are counting on you
to help with two projects in 2025:
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5. SPONSOR THE EXTERIOR MAINTENANCE - The exterior walls of the kennel need to be replaced to prevent water, cold air, and critters from entering the building. The current walls are heavy wood boards (T1-11), and we know how high lumber costs are these days. Once the wall board is replaced, primer and paint will be needed to finish the job. What will the highest bidder get? The highest bidder can paint their name on the wall ....no… The highest bidder will be immortalized on the SUPPORTERS plaque in the kennels. ESTIMATED COST OF REPAIRS: $1800
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6. SPONSOR THE "LAGOON" PROJECT - The sponsor(s) will be helping us cover the cost of repair and improvements of the storm water flow away from the kennels. This project requires a trencher rental, PVC Pipe, gutter adapter, storm drain, catch basin, and sanitary tee, to name a few materials. Beyond that, we will spare the details of "The Lagoon" repairs... What will you get for your worthy contribution? Drinks and a picnic lunch at the kennels after the work is done, preferably on a clear, sunny day. ESTIMATED COST: $800
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Silent Auction Items
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7. SPORTING CLAYS SHOOT AT PROSPECT HALL Courtesy of Bob Chandler. Spend an exciting afternoon with Bob for two rounds of shooting at this top class facility not far from Berryville. The winning bidder will enjoy a visit to the historic Prospect Hall house and its well-maintained ranges - plus the challenge of scoring higher than Bob, an experienced, expert shooter himself! Minimum bid $100
8. GIFT BASKET FROM LK WINES - Donated by LK Wines, arranged by Lisa Dreher Bell. If you have enjoyed the wine at NTB's events, this basket is for you; LK Wines has been supplying us with really nice wines for a few years.
9. HUNTING STICK WITH PORTABLE SEAT - Donated by Mrs. Linda Armbrust, ex-MFH. This light-weight metal walking stick has the folding seat designed to let you rest on your laurels when in the beagling field, at race meets and other outdoor events. In years past, former NTB Master Martin Fleming once carried and sat in this very stick, so bid high to win a piece of history and remembrance of our dear friend Martin! Cost for a new one is usually more than $125.
10. TRIP TO THE MARYLAND HUNT CUP - Saturday April 26, 2025 in Monkton, MD. Marianne will drive 2 to 3 people to watch the toughest timber steeplechase race in the world. Two paddock passes and a picnic lunch included. Course walk optional. Get your photo taken at the infamous Fence #3! Ticket alone costs $300 and available only to annual subscribers. 128th running of the race, you should see it at least once!
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11. WOODEN WALKING STICK A traditional accessory for the Beagler. Lean on it at checks, steady yourself on hillsides, test the depth of water before crossing a stream. Looks good with your Barbour and wellies. Value: $35.
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12. LATEST BEST-SELLER BY AUTHOR RITA MAE BROWN - Her 2024 mystery, Time Will Tell, autographed by Rita Mae herself. The 2024 mystery involves nearby Bull Run Hunt and would make a great gift for friends who hunt with Bull Run or are familiar with that territory.
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13. THREE HUNTING BOOKS - Beagles and Beagling, by Douglas and Carol Appleton; Hunter, by John A. Hunter; The Education of a Bear Hunter by Ralph Flowers. Donated from our huntsman Russell Wagner. The authors of each book share extensive experience in high quality writing style. They will be ​​a delight to have at hand during the wintry months ahead.
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​ 14. HAND WOVEN BASKET - A handy carrier for tailgaters created by local artist Janet Morgan, donated by Marianne.
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Hound Sponsorships
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INDIVIDUAL HOUND SPONSORSHIPS - Choose a hound and choose a level of support for a chance to win a bottle of wine or a box of chocolates if your hound wins a ribbon in a 2025 event. A separate mailing will include details. If you have not chosen a hound to sponsor, you can do so at the dinner. Levels of hound sponsorship: Bronze - $50; Silver - $100; Gold - $200; Platinum - $500.
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Other items may be added so check again before the auction night, or check the NT Beagles Facebook page!
Absentee bids accepted until Thursday, February 27th in the evening.
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