One night, for up to 4 people, in Saint Ansgar, IA. This includes one dinner and one breakfast. The property is on an 80-acre peninsula bordered by a creek and the Cedar River in Northern Iowa. Accommodations include a private 2-bedroom suite, hiking and canoeing trails, breakfast, and dinner.

Value: $500

Donated by: Jackie Armstrong

For the winner: Must be redeemed within 1 year (dates to be negotiated with host).

Original painting by artist Meena Subramanian. 17.5 by 23.5 inch canvas painting on wooden frame.

https://meenasartroom.weebly.com/

Value: $500

Donated by: Angela & Tom Harris

For the winner: Painting will be shipped to you free of charge within 7 business days after the close of the auction.

You choose the subject—farmscape, nature, home, pet, etc.—and Meg Prange of Fabriwocky will create a fabric art piece for you. Her work comes highly recommended by Teresa Opheim, who displays her grandparents' farm in fabric art on her office wall. The last photo here includes the photo Meg used along with the finished product she made for Teresa. Finished product will be 12.5" x 16" (value $250); if you'd like a larger piece, you may negotiate directly with Meg.

https://fabriwocky.weebly.com/the-artist.html

Value: $250

Donated by: Teresa Opheim

For the winner: You will work directly with the artist to complete the commission, and artist will mail the final artwork directly to the buyer. Free shipping.

Original painting by Lori Stralow Harris, the National Parks Painter. 6.5 by 4.5 inches and includes frame.

https://www.thenationalparkspainter.com/

Value: $175

Donated by: Lori Harris

For the winner: Painting will be shipped to you free of charge within 7 business days after the close of the auction.

Four tickets for the Vikings/Packers game in Minneapolis the weekend of January 3-4, 2026 (date/time TBA). Tickets purchased for $2,000; donor could get $4,000 selling online. 5 yard line, lower level, 13th row.

Value: $2,000-$4,000

Donated by: Doug Opheim

For the winner: Tickets will be mailed to you.

A meat box from Wendy Johnson's Jóia Food & Fiber Farm that includes:

• 1 lamb rib chop 2/pkg
• 1 lamb loin chop 2/pkg
• 1 ground lamb 1 lb
• 1 sliced deli ham 1 lb
• 1 sausage patties 6/pkg
• 1 bone-in pork chops 2/pkg
• 1 cottage bacon 1 lb
• 1 boneless pork chops 2/pkg
• 1 lamb stew 1 lb
• 1 chicken breast 2/pkg
• 1 ground beef 1 lb

https://www.joiafoodfarm.com/

Value: $150

Donated by: Gail Hickenbottom

For the winner: Will be shipped to you free of charge with dry ice in insulated box.

Wool-filled pillow from Jóia Sleep (Wendy Johnson's company). Handmade standard firm pillow from a certified organic Animal Welfare Approved, 100% grass-fed sheep farm. The pillow has a 100% certified organic sateen cotton casing with a zippered closure.

https://www.joiasleep.com/

Value: $145

Donated by: Wendy Johnson

For the winner: Jóia Sleep will ship the pillow to you free of charge.

Can be used for pizza or farm store located in Decorah, IA.

https://www.lunavalleyfarm.com/

Value: $100

Donated by: Deb Jacobi

For the winner: Gift card will be mailed to you.

Light your winter evenings with these beautiful hand-poured organic beeswax candles from Heirloomista in Amador Township, MN. Holiday hint: they also make terrific gifts. Includes: "Tablescape" set of 4 conic pillars of varying heights; Beatrix set of 2 petite candles; and 1 ribbed pillar.

https://www.heirloomista.com/

Value: $84

Donated by: Sarah Hunt

For the winner: Will be shipped to you free of charge in November.

One birch bark winnowing basket, a pint of maple syrup, one pound of wild rice, and 8 oz. local honey. Manoomin (The Food That Grows on the Water) or wild rice is centered in the Ojibwe culture. The White Earth Land Recovery Project and its subdivision Native Harvest work to continue, revive, and protect native seeds, heritage crops, wild plants and the traditions and knowledge of Indigenous communities. 

https://www.welrp.org/

https://nativeharvest.com/

Value: $74

Donated by: Maggie Rousu

For the winner: Will be shipped to you free of charge.

Bird will be roughly 15 pounds raised on rotationally grazed pastures with non-GMO feed by DuChick Ranch in Cissna Park, IL.

https://www.duchickranch.com/

Value: $60

Donated by: Ed Dubrick

For the winner: Ready after November 10. Must be picked up or arrangements made with Ed.

This tray is handcrafted from hazel wood acquired during rotational coppicing, a sustainable practice that rejuvenates older hazels and encourages biodiversity. Use it to dry flowers and herbs, hold fruit, or serve up some tea. It can also be hung on a wall as decoration, and various adornments can be tucked into the weave if desired. The wood has not been treated in any way and may be burned or buried as part of a memorial or celebration.

If you prefer, the weavers can be trimmed flush with the frame. Some people like the wild whimsy of the fanning out stems while others enjoy a cleaner look.

https://www.ninehazelsfarm.com/

Value: $40

Donated by: Paul Mairet

For the winner: This piece will be on display during a field day at Nine Hazels Farm on Saturday, November 8th. You are welcome to attend and pick up the tray then, or we can ship it to you later.

Signed copy of award-winning book Perennial Ceremony: Lessons and Gifts from a Dakota Garden by Teresa Peterson. Travel through a garden’s seasons toward healing, reclamation, and wholeness—for us, and for our beloved relative, the Earth, published by University of Minnesota Press.

Value: $31.45

Donated by: Teresa Peterson

For the winner: Book will be shipped by the author to you.

Sea of Grass: The Conquest, Ruin, and Redemption of Nature on the American Prairie by Dave Hage and Josephine Marcotty is a history of the prairie and an analysis of the difficult decisions and opportunities facing agricultural and Indigenous communities in protecting and restoring what little remains of this iconic Midwest ecosystem.

Value: $32

Donated by: Deb Jacobi

For the winner: Book will be mailed to you.

Handmade crocheted monstera leaf earrings by Naomi Tyler.

https://www.etsy.com/shop/yomicreativedesigns

Value: $30

Donated by: Naomi Tyler

For the winner: Earrings will be shipped to you free of charge.

Test your Minnesota smarts with 101 quirky facts woven into a colorful state map of icons and landmarks. Once the puzzle is complete, flip the box to check your answers and see how much you really know. With its playful art and nods to local legends, this puzzle is a true celebration of Minnesota. By Rice Creative Services, LLC: made in USA with recycled materials and non-toxic, soy-based ink.

Value: $25

Donated by: Kathryn Jones

For the winner: Will be shipped to you free of charge.

Dig into Minnesota’s most iconic comfort food with a puzzle featuring Tater Tot Hotdish, Cheesy Potatoes, and family favorites of every kind. Complete the puzzle and write in your own family hotdish for a personal touch. It’s a delicious tribute to community, tradition, and the meals that bring us together. By Rice Creative Services, LLC: made in USA with recycled materials and non-toxic, soy-based ink.

Value: $25

Donated by: Kathryn Jones

For the winner: Will be shipped to you free of charge.

We’re “Minnesota Nice,” but let’s be honest—there are a few not-so-nice things we good-naturedly put up with to enjoy our beautiful state. Hidden among the things we love in our vibrant seasons are some classic Minnesota nuisances. As you assemble the puzzle, you’ll uncover more pesky (and hilariously familiar) challenges every Minnesotan knows. It’s a lighthearted look at the quirks we embrace to call this place home. By Rice Creative Services, LLC: made in USA with recycled materials and non-toxic, soy-based ink.

Value: $25

Donated by: Kathryn Jones

For the winner: Will be shipped to you free of charge.

Piece together Minnesota’s most iconic landmarks, from the Split Rock Lighthouse to the grandeur of the Plummer Building. Each one is illustrated with whimsical charm, while hidden animals add a playful twist of discovery. It’s a colorful celebration of the state’s rich history and heritage. By Rice Creative Services, LLC: made in USA with recycled materials and non-toxic, soy-based ink.

Value: $25

Donated by: Kathryn Jones

For the winner: Will be shipped to you free of charge.