Tibet Revealed Live Auction Preview

Raising Support for Machik in Tibet

1. Dinner for Two at the Couloir RestaurantValue: $250

Dine with altitude. Step off the Bridger Gondola 3,000 feet above the valley floor and into a contemporary restaurant and bar serving American cuisine with Rocky Mountain roots. This award-winning restaurant offers exceptional hospitality and warm service, and is guaranteed a memorable dinner. Winners will receive a $250 coupon for dinner for two.

2. Ski Date / One Day Ski Clinic with Kit DesLauriersValue: Invaluable!

Take your skiing to the next level with professional skier, Kit DesLauriers. Kit holds two freeskiing overall world champion titles and is also the first person to ski all Seven Summits including Mount Everest. If you or someone you know wants an incredible day of ski instruction from one of the top skiers in the world or just an exciting day exploring some of Jackson Hole’s best terrain, this is the auction item for you.

This is a preview of what is to be offered in our live auction. More unique items and rare opportunities will be added before the event.

4. Jimmy Chin Print #2

“Three Ravens" Print by Jimmy Chin, 20"x54" (Framed): Limited Edition Print (25)Value: $3500-$5000

This panoramic image of Mount Everest with three ravens circling the summit is one of a 25 limited edition print collection. There are only 19 of these prints left in the series.

3. A Day of Photography with Jimmy Chin

Photo Day in Jackson Hole / Tetons with Jimmy Chin Value: Invaluable!

Jimmy Chin is a National Geographic photographer and one of the most sought after expedition photographers working today. Spend a special, once-in-a-lifetime opportunity in the Tetons or around Jackson learning about photography and hearing stories from Jimmy’s assignments and expeditions around the world. This unique one-on-one day of photography with Jimmy will be customized to fit anyone from the beginning photographer to the aspiring professional.

6. Two Magnums of Premiere WineValue: $4000

Etched and hand painted 1.5L magnum of 2006 Grace Family Vineyards Cabernet Sauvignon, and a 1.5L magnum of 2008 Grace Family Vineyards, Blank Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon.

Planted with cuttings from the famous Bosché vineyard not far away, Grace Family vineyards started out as a family hobby and is now one of the most sought after wines in the Napa Valley. This small family run winery uses biodynamic farming practice and carries the motto: “Wine as a catalyst towards healing our planet.”

7. 2 Day Wine Country Weekend for TwoValue: Priceless

Grace Family Vineyards is one of the legendary wineries of the Napa Valley. Not only does the winery produce one of the most spectacular Cabernet Sauvignons, it also sets a great example of how a small winery can make a big difference in the world, as the Grace Family Vineyards Foundation supports numerous programs around the world that address the needs of our underserved young people. Dick and Ann will host you for dinner at Terra Restaurant in St. Helena where you will enjoy Grace Family Vineyards wines. Prior to the dinner, you will receive a tour and barrel tasting at their 125 year old Victorian estate. This special package will include a two night stay at the Grace's quaint private guest cottage, dinner for two with Dick and Ann at Solage, as well as dinner for two with Dick and Ann at Cook. Additionally, the lucky bidders will enjoy a tour and tasting at the exquisite property of Dana Estates. Dana Estates also considered one of the premiere Vineyards in all of Napa and is not open to the public. This unique getaway will be scheduled at a mutually convenient time.

8. VIP at Jackson Hole Mountain Resort

VIP Tram and all day lift pass for 4Value: Priceless

Get guaranteed first tracks down Rendezvous Bowl on the powder day of your choice. Winners of this special auction lot receive early morning access on the aerial tram at the Jackson Hole Mountain Resort for a party of 4. Day passes for all party members are included.

Checks can be made payable to: Machik earmarked “Tibet Revealed”

1609 Connecticut Ave NWSuite 400Washington, DC 20009202.536.4858 p202.386.6239 fwww.machik.org

Donations can also be made online at www.machik.org