Trip report

9th Annual AIDS Benefit Garden Party BBQ

Social Event DATE: 07/16/2016 - 07/16/2016

Trip/Event Location: Newfane, VT
US

Trip Leader(s): Frogmeadow , Klondike

Max # People: 200

Trip Guiding / Event Fee: Yes, but only to cover shared expenses, and I too am paying

Difficulty Level: Easy

You are invited to Frog Meadow Farm for the 9th Annual BBQ & Garden Party to benefit AIDS Project of Southern VT. THE men’s event of the summer season!

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Trip Report/Photos

The weather was beautiful, warm (high 70s) & totally sunny, a gorgeous day for skinny-dipping, naked croquet, and just plain relaxing at the 9th Annual Garden Party / BBQ and Chinese Auction Benefit at Frog Meadow!

We had a turnout of approximately 100 guys from near and far and the highlight of the day was a Chinese Auction of 30+ prizes worth over $5,000!

With your help, we raised a record amount which will be donated to AIDS Project of Southern VT specifically earmarked for their testing, screening and men's programs!

We are all grateful for the efforts of APSV to support the local gay, bi and questioning male community and the very important work of HIV education, prevention and services provided to those with HIV and their families.
 

- Thank You! to all who attended!

- Thank you! to our Event & Chinese Auction Sponsors!

- Thank You! to the all the volunteers who made the day such a fun event for all of us!

 - Thank You! to Chefs Bruce, Tim, Kevin & Dan for providing us with chicken thighs, smoked turkey, sausages, roasted pork and corn-on-the-cob!

- Lastly...Thank you! To those who were unable to join us but made a donation in absentia! 

**If you would still like to make a donation to support APSV - a key organization that make a difference in our community please... 

click here to make a secure donation with a credit or debit card 

....or send a check payable to "AIDS Project of S. Vermont" to Frog Meadow PO Box 332 Newfane VT 05345

Thanks!

 

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What Members Are Saying About This Trip/Event

  • This was our first visit to Frog Meadow. One word "Amazing". We had such a great time at this event meeting new people, enjoying great food and even a quick dip in the pond. The Chinese auction was full of great prizes which we went home with 4 of them a painting, sculpture a 2 night stay at Fieldstone Lodge and a 2 night stay at Four Columns both located in Newfane VT. We will definitely be going back next year. Thank you Scott and Dave hope to see you both soon. - kayakhike

Members That Participated

guest member
Frogmeadow

Outdoor Fitness Level: Strenuous


Newfane, VT


United States

Attended
Klondike

Outdoor Fitness Level: Moderate to Strenuous


Newfane, VT


United States

Attended
johnwesternmass

Outdoor Fitness Level: Moderate to Strenuous


Northampton, MA


United States

Attended
Mikehikes

Outdoor Fitness Level: Moderate to Strenuous


Hamtramck , MI


United States

Attended
kayakhike

Outdoor Fitness Level: Moderate


Chichester, NH


United States

Attended
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