You have seen some of the amazing items and packages that are included in this year’s auction, so we wanted to take a moment to share with you WHY it is critical we reach the 2024 Wild Summer Nights Online Auction’s fundraising goal of $100,000.

Did you hear the recent news that South Carolina is the fastest growing state in the nation? With such amazing wildlife and natural resources, it is no wonder that people are flocking to our beautiful state. It is now more crucial than ever that we work together to protect our state’s resources and wildlife habitats. To address these issues, SCWF must continually increase our efforts and expand our programs.

The proceeds from our auction will allow us to reach new audiences and strive to keep up with the pace of development that impacts the ability for species to thrive and survive in SC.

Beautiful Marsh by Mark Whittaker

Keck teaching a nature class

Jocassee Sunset by Ellen Haynes

All auction proceeds support our mission to conserve and restore wildlife and their habitat through education and advocacy, so get ready to place your bids to support our local wildlife. It’s free to register for the auction; use the link below to register today!

https://www.scwf.org/events/2024-wildsummerauction

Bidding tips:

• Use the “Watch” feature to keep a close eye on items you’re interested in! Just click the star, or “Watch This Item” button on the items you’re most interested in. Then, you can click the “My Activity” button at the top of the item list to see the current bids on just the ones you want to follow.
• Set an Auto Bid so you can go outside and enjoy nature! On any item, you can click on “Auto Bid” and enter the highest amount you want to bid. It will then bid against other bidders for you! It will only increase your bid by the next highest increment, and not go over your maximum amount. This is a great way to not stress at the end of the auction about someone outbidding you at the last minute!
• Remember that all trips or excursions expire 1 year from now, unless otherwise specified. As a courtesy to our generous donors, please do not try to redeem an item past it’s expiration date.
• If an item can easily be mailed, it will be sent to winning bidders shortly after the auction ends. Information to redeem trips and experiences will be emailed to you – be sure to check your junk folder also. Larger items must be picked up in our office in Columbia. Some limited delivery options may be available, based on the upcoming travels of our staff.
• Have fun bidding! If you’re bidding with friends, send us a photo to mail@scwf.org and we may feature your group on our social media channels!

Banner Image captions: Jocassee Sunset by Ellen Haynes.