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In the 2020 Virtual Auction, Choctaw beaded Christmas ornaments, a Thanksgiving wreath, and a handmade table attracted the most bids while the Camp Quilt and the Southern Sampler Quilt brought in the biggest bids.

by: Matthew Graybill

“You have been outbid!” Eighty-five registered bidders received this text message or email a total of 408 times at the first virtual Camp Sale event, October 3-7. Each bid represented a statement of affirmation for the ministry of camp as well as appreciation for the many handmade items for sale. Like you, we were disappointed we could not gather to share in a bowl of gumbo or warm donut. The loss of working together, fellowshipping, and seeing old friends was echoed by many within the Pine Lake community.

Not to be defeated, PLFC supporters responded to the virtual auction with high levels of engagement and enthusiasm. Because the virtual auction could be accessed from anywhere, several folks across the United States & Canada were able to bid and win items as well. Many bidders dove deep into the competition for coveted handmade and unique items. Perhaps you watched with your mouth open as the Choctaw beaded Christmas ornaments (from Nanih Waiya Indian Mennonite Church) racked up 23 total bids and sold for $500 or as the wooden step stool (by Duane Maust) shot up to $240! The Camp Quilt ($1,150) and the Southern Sampler Quilt ($875) received the two highest bids.

A deep sense of gratitude sits with me as I think about the event as a whole. It was both humbling and thrilling to witness your level of involvement in the new format as well as in the communities that sold baked goods (Meridian), BBQ plates (Jackson), and gumbo & jambalaya (Gulfport), or held a craft & bake sale (Des Allemands) to benefit Camp Sale. Resilient and faithful, Pine Lake supporters still found ways to come together to care for camp. Pine Lake is blessed with a committed community that engages with and promotes this ministry. So we say, “THANK YOU” to each person who contributed items, bid, won, or donated to this year’s sale. You make camp a special place for each person to grow closer to God, nature, and each other.

PURPOSE:

The 42nd annual sale and benefit auction support Pine Lake Fellowship Camp’s mission by raising funds for the summer camp program for youth and children!

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FOOD:
– Pancake breakfast served hot from 8:00-9:30 | $5.00 (3 pancakes, 2 sausages, juice or coffee)
– Fresh donuts are made on-site
– Fresh baked goods (cookies, pies, breads, whoopie pies, jellies, jams, etc.)
– Lunch – Seafood Gumbo or Jambalaya tickets available for dine-in or take-out. ($12.00 Adult serving | $8.00 Half serving) Purchase your lunch ticket at the Auction Registration Table at the tent entrance.
– Fried alligator on a stick
– Hot dogs, drinks, and snacks are available

KIDS ACTIVITIES:
– Purchase activity tickets for multiple carnival-style games, a jump house, and plenty of prizes

CRAFTS:
– Shop from a variety of handmade goods. arts, crafts, fine woodworking, crochet, and more

QUILTS:
– Dozens of quilts are available for sale or only in the auction including the 2025″Camp Quilt.” .
– Items marked with a price may be purchased at any time

LIVE AUCTION:
– Going once, Going Twice, SOLD! Register to place a bid during the live, in-person auction. The Auction will live stream on YouTube
– All sales are final and the balance is due upon the end of the auction.
– Acceptable auction purchase payment methods: Cash, Check, Credit Card (may incur a 3% fee).

HOW DO I PAY FOR ITEMS:
– Each food area, arts, & crafts has a check-out point/cashier. Payment should be made at the point of purchase.
– Acceptable payment methods: Cash or Check. Not all payment points are equipped to receive credit card transactions (may incur a 3% fee).

VOLUNTEER:
– This event is only possible with volunteers!
– Sign up to fill an essential role at Camp Sale
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ONLINE AUCTION:

– Join in the fun of Camp Sale from anywhere in the world!
– Bid on specific items available only in the online auction.

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