ROCKLAND — On Sunday, Nov. 5, 2023, Trekkers will host its annual Community Auction at the Rockland Elks Club. Each item purchased at the auction will support more than forty families with their dues.

Dues help fund a student’s participation in the program and include mentoring and experiential learning opportunities – like outdoor recreation, travel, cultural experiences, environmental education, and post-secondary exploration activities. All proceeds support Trekkers and Trekkers families.

Items for sale include sports memorabilia, memberships, artwork, restaurant gift certificates, and other items and services donated by local businesses and supporters. Also featured will be the annual pie sale, all home-baked by families and volunteers.

All are welcome and entry is free.

2PM – 4PM Silent Auction (the “Buy Now” Option runs 2PM – 3PM)
4PM – 5PM Live Auction (hosted by Bruce Gamage of Gamage Antiques)

As the date approaches, Trekkers will release a full catalog to preview ahead of time. Can’t make the Live Auction? Bidders will be able to submit an online absentee bidding form, and Trekkers will bid on their behalf. RSVP on Facebook for updates and reminders about the event.

2022-23 Trekkers Sponsors are: 

Lead Level: Spectrum, Fisher Engineering, Naretiv, Adventure Advertising

Advocate Level: Central Maine Power, Machias Savings Bank, Bay Chiropractic Center, Ocean Pursuits

Champion Level: MaineHealth, City + Harbor, Dead River Company, Lyman-Morse, Monhegan Boat Company, Maine Coast Orthodontics, Horch Roofing, The Grasshopper Shop, J. Edward Knight & Company, Thomaston Family Dentistry

Mentor Level: Saint George Realty, Bangor Savings Bank, Bar Harbor Bank & Trust, Dowling Walsh Gallery, Steel-Pro Incorporated, Joe French’s Quality Car Care, Island Institute, Allen Insurance and Financial, Rockport Steel, Camden Hills Dentistry, Maine Boats Homes & Harbors, Granite Coast Orthodontics

Supporter Level: The White Glove Experience, Camden Real Estate Company, Mount Pleasant Dental Care, Symmetree, Applewood Dental, Clean Bee Laundry, Breakwater Design & Build, Viking Inc, Renys, Hedstrom Electric, Maine Coast Construction, Taxes Plus, Fabian Oil 

For over 25 years, non-profit organization Trekkers has been dedicated to helping young people thrive. Through its unique six-year mentoring and expeditionary learning program, research shows programs help increase students’ resiliency, relationship-building, and aspirations for the future. To learn more, visit the website at trekkers.org.