CREW Concert & Silent Eco-Auction

CREW Land & Water Trust hosts the 2020 CREW Concert Under the Stars to raise money for environmental education programs led at the CREW trails. These programs include field trips for all ages from area schools, classes from Florida Gulf Coast University and Nature’s Peace, a program that provides guided walks for people with Alzheimer’s disease and also visually impaired guests. Funds raised at this year’s concert will also go toward developing programs at Flint Pen Strand, the fourth CREW trail system that opened late last year.

The Silent Eco-Auction is a highlight of the fundraiser, offering attendees the opportunity to bid on a variety of nature-based items and experiences.

“With over three-dozen eco-items to choose from, there is something for everyone,” Barbara Centola, committee chair for the CREW Trust Silent Eco-Auction says in a news release. “People look forward to bidding so much we have to hold onto the bid sheets until the official start time.”

This year there are many new items in addition to old favorites. For the sportsperson: two fishing kayaks and a handcrafted fishing rod. For the art enthusiast: nature photography by local photographer Andrew West and an original oil painting by Ehren Fritz Gerhard titled “Summertime Swamp Walk”. If you’re looking for an experience, bid on the wildflower walk led by Brenda Thomas or the Eco Cruise with the Conservancy of Southwest Florida.

High Voltage Band returns for this year’s family-friendly concert, playing everything from Motown’s greatest hits to today’s Top 40 songs. High Voltage Band has played for the NFL Players Association, Panasonic, The Boston Red Sox, Toyota, The Dale Earnhardt Jr. Foundation, Hope for Haiti and more.

The Rotary Club of Bonita Springs will sell wine and beer including craft beer from Momentum Brewhouse. Owner Brian Hahn is working to craft a unique brew in honor of CREW that will be served at the concert. Food vendors Haney’s, Cherie’s Sweet Treats and The Lunch Box will also be on-site.

Guests are encouraged to bring lawn chairs and blankets to sit and enjoy the concert; dogs and outside food and drink will not be permitted.

Cost: General admission is $15 in advance and $20 at the gate, free for ages 12 and younger

To purchase tickets or for more information, visit crewtrust.org.