Auction Catalog 2011
1
Team Freak - Opening Day Tix!
Extremely hard to get Opening Day Tickets for the Defending World Champion San Francisco Giants. Watch the Giants begin their march to back-to-back titles. Two Lower Box seats, Behind Home plate, less than 30 rows from the field, aisle seats 1&2.  Wear your rally thong!

Game date:  Friday, April 8, 2011, 1:35 p.m.
2
Ultimate Infineon Raceway Experience
Do you love life in the fast lane?  The morning of the race, you get a ‘ride around’ on the track with a professional driver.  Then you and a guest will be hosted by the Clorox Company at the Infineon Raceway in Sonoma on June 26, 2011.  You’ll view the race from the Clorox hospitality tent as you enjoy food and beverages, a meet and greet with Bobby Labonte, the Clorox car driver, and a tour of Pit Road.  You’ll also get race apparel – a polo shirt and hat. 

Notes:  Must be 18 or over, or 16 and up with a parent. Early morning arrival required.  Track ride at 7:00 a.m.
3
Fore for Four
Located in the foothills of the Santa Cruz Mountains, CordeValle is a secluded luxury resort and is a golf lover's dream.  This package includes one night in two elegantly appointed bungalows (2 people per bungalow) and breakfast for four.  Four of you will be treated to a round of golf, including carts, on the dramatic Robert Trent Jones, Jr. championship course.  Voted in the Top 100 Golf Resorts by Conde Nast Traveler, many believe that CordeValle is one of Robert Trent Jones Jr.'s greatest masterpieces.  The resort also features a luxurious spa and fine dining options to ensure a wonderful time.

Notes:  Caddie required on course and not included in package. Also, exclusive of tax, gratuities, resort fee and subject to availability.
4
Abalone Dinner for Ten
Ten guests will enjoy a gourmet abalone dinner paired with fine wines selected to compliment each course of the meal. Because wild abalone cannot be bought at any price, one must know brave divers willing to venture deep into the ocean waters to retrieve this delicacy. Luckily for auction goers, O'Dowd parents Rich Kerbavaz and John Spees are those brave divers who will share their fresh abalone bounty with the lucky bidders. Hors d'oeuvres and cocktails will be served before the five course dinner on Saturday June 25, 2011 at the home of Tom and Annette Counts.
5
Sun and Surf in San Diego

Imagine staying in a new 3 bedroom/3 bath condo for one week on Mission Blvd. in Pacific Beach, just a block from the beach.  Enjoy all the sights, smells and atmosphere beach living has to offer! Only 12 minutes from San Diego airport, 15 minutes from downtown San Diego, 5 minutes from Sea World, and walking distance to the bay and ocean.  This darling condo features granite counters, travertine like tiles, fully equipped gas stove, stainless refrigerator, and more!  Also, use these four Hornblower Cruise passes for a Brunch, Lunch or Dinner Cruise.  Relax as a family, a couples outing, or girls weekend away. 

Notes:  Good for a one week stay between June 15- August 15, 2011 only.  Date to be mutually agreed upon and at least one adult over twenty-five must be present.  Hornblower Cruise passes expire 11/30/2011.

6
Murph & Mac
Be a guest at the Murph & Mac sports talk show, live on KNBR.  You and your guest will be picked up at O’Dowd first thing in the morning, treated to breakfast and coffee in your Murph & Mac coffee cups, and delivered to the studio where you'll get to sit in for the last hour of the show.  You will also receive an autographed copy of Brian Murphy’s brand new Giants book, "Worth the Wait" as well as Murph & Mac baseball hats.  Date to be mutually agreed upon.
7
Wanna Get Nex to You

Bishop O’Dowd graduate Eric Cross ‘94 is earning A+ reviews in his work as chef of Oakland’s hot, new restaurant Nex. The critics rave: “French inspired food that’s trendy, classic and comfy.”  The yelpers give Nex four stars.

Now you, too, can experience the talent of Eric Cross. Eric will prepare a four course dinner for eight in the winner’s home on a Sunday evening. The menu will include Nex favorites such as Arugula-Romaine with hinko pear, pomegranate, hazelnuts, sherry vinaigrette, Duck Toast (braised escarole, duck confit, poached pear), Potato Wrapped Salmon with cauliflower purée, tomato confit, olive tapenade and Chocolate Pot de Crème.  Expertly selected wines will accompany each course.

See for yourself why the critics and yelpers love Eric Cross and Nex.

Notes:  Dinner must be held on a mutually agreed upon Sunday. Expires 3/26/2012

8
A River Runs Through It
Come join us on a classic California fishing experience in the high mountain streams of our Golden State. Two lucky people will be guided onto the broad shoulders of majestic Mt. Shasta to fish some of the West's best blue-ribbon trout streams with a professional guide and your hosts, BOD parents Anthony Mar and Tom Counts. Leave your cares behind and head north on Friday afternoon to meet your hosts in the town of Mt. Shasta. That is where your work ends until you return to the Bay Area on Sunday. Friday and Saturday dinners will be provided, giving you time to enjoy your meal as you plan (Friday) and celebrate (Saturday) your fly fishing adventures. Breakfast and lunch on Saturday and Sunday will be catered by your hosts. You will be staying at the classic and accommodating Finlanda Hotel, a historic launching spot to many of the state's best rivers (and the home of a traditional Finish sauna and hot tub). The Upper Sacramento offers close and easy access minutes away from your front door.

Notes:  Guests must possess or purchase a valid CA fishing license and provide their own transportation to and from Mt. Shasta. Gear will be provided. Date to be mutually agreed upon between May-November 2011.
9
Magical Manzanillo
Welcome to the Mexican Riviera, mi amigo!  In addition to amazing big game fishing, diving, snorkeling, and other water sports, Manzanillo has been a long time favorite for American filmmakers, and starred along with Dudley Moore and Bo Derek in “10.”  Like a movie star, you too can enjoy the fabulous life of luxury in a three bedroom, three bath privately-owned Mexican villa that includes a pool and two person staff that will shop, cook and clean for you.  Don’t miss out on this amazing week and once in a lifetime vacation. 

Notes:  Dates to be mutually agreed upon and exclude Easter and Christmas/New Year’s weeks.  Offer expires 3/26/2012.
10
Gourmet Dinner at Chez Moi

Gourmet dinner by a private chef in your own home? Priceless.

Let Bay Area private chef Eric Litzky prepare an incredible culinary feast for ten in your home. Eric has been cooking professionally for 25 years and has worked with many renowned chefs including Jeremiah Tower, Mark Miller, Paul Bertolli... and has cooked privately for Al Gore, Geena Davis, Bonnie Raitt, George Lucas and Peter Coyote... just to name a few. This will be a memorable dinner you and your guests will never forget.  Dinner for ten guests includes hors d’oeuvres, four course meal, one chef and one waiter for the evening. 

Notes:  Date to be mutually agreed upon. Winning bidder to provide beverages and dinnerware.