The Friends of the Smokies Evergreen Ball

Still more of the great items from getaways to one-of-a-kind works of art, the 2010 Evergreen Ball Live Auction is sure to include a “must-have” for you.

Cody Nicely shown here actually working on the "Brown Trout on the Rock". Cody combines the skills of a traditional artist with the balance of the best glass blowers. This emerging artist is known for his interpretation of marine wildlife with a realistic eye and an abstract flair. Cody has exhibited at the Solon Center for the Arts and has a piece in the permanent collection at Wittenberg University. For collectors of blown glass, Cody Nicely’s art will become a requirement. Courtesy of Cody F. Nicely.

Whether you are a novice or veteran of fly fishing, this package is sure to please. This package includes all the supplies needed for two people: rods, reels, cases, lines, backing, boots, waders, beginning and intermediate lesson from Little River Outfitters instructor, a two-night stay in the Little Aspen cabin in Townsend (2 bedrooms/2 baths) and dinner for two at Foothills Milling Company. Dates are to be mutually convenient dates for both parties and are subject to availability. Courtesy of Little River Outfitters, Sam and Jody Curtis, and Foothills Milling Company.

Own a Piece of U.T. Football History

Tennessee Volunteer Football history is one of the most storied in all of college football. The Vols have a long list of All American players and coaches and a reputation as one of the winningest football programs. Tonight’s successful bidder will take home a piece of Tennessee football history. This package includes an official U.T. football and helmet each autographed by the five living, present and past, University of Tennessee head football coaches – Doug Dickey (1964-1969); Bill Battle (1970-1976); Johnny Majors (1977-1992); Phillip Fulmer (1993-2008; and Lane Kiffin (2009-2010). This rich history will surely give you an itch to see the 2010 Volunteer Football team, and with this package you will be attending in style with 4 tickets to watch the opening game from a Neyland Stadium Skybox. Courtesy of Doug Dickey, Bill Battle, Johnny Majors, Phillip Fulmer, Lane Kiffin, the University of Tennessee, and Charlotte Parish.

Private Cabin for 4 at LeConte Lodge during Wildflower Season and a New LeConte Framed Print by Robert A. Tino

Located in the middle of the half-million acre Great Smoky Mountains National Park, LeConte Lodge is the only place where a visitor can sleep overnight on a mountaintop in a snug, permanent structure with hot and hearty meals on tap. Once you have hiked up to the lodge on Saturday May 1st, 2010, you can settle into your cozy, one-room cabin (this will accommodate two couples or two adults and two children). Coffee or hot chocolate awaits you upon your arrival and a hearty, family-style dinner will be served in the lodge dining room. You will want to rise early to enjoy a renowned Myrtle Point sunrise before the full country breakfast that will be served in the dining room. The mountain wildflowers should be at peak on May 1st, so prepare to see one of nature’s finest performances. This package also includes a one of a kind framed new LeConte Lodge print by Robert A. Tino. Courtesy of Stokely Hospitality.

Enjoy beautiful Hilton Head from one of the resort’s loveliest homes. Winner of this package will enjoy a 6-night stay in this spacious five-bedroom, five bath beach house on Red Cardinal Drive. The house includes a swimming pool and hot tub. With miles of white sand beaches, dozens of championship golf courses, more than 300 tennis courts and countless bicycle paths, Hilton Head offers a wide range of options. Winner may rent Saturday to Saturday or Sunday to Sunday. Dates to be mutually agreed upon with donor. Valid January 30, 2010 – January 30, 2011. Courtesy of Mr. and Mrs. James A. Haslam, II.