Cruise the Fox

st. charles, il
opportunity/challenge
This event was a way to engage supporters during the summer season.
vendors & Sponsors
Venue: St. Charles Paddleboat
Caterer: Enticing Cuisine
Dessert: Carousel Candies
Entertainment/Education: Anderson Humane Wildlife Team
Registration Platform: GiveSmart
River Otter Presenting: Jay Janese State Farm ($2500)
Bald Eagle Buffet: Gerald Subaru of North America ($500)
Response/Solution

The opportunity to enjoy a 3-hour cruise along the Fox River in a paddle boat allowed guests to travel from the era of Mark Twain while enjoying beer, wine & light appetizers.

On board Wildlife Specialists discussed animals indigenous to the Fox River while pointing out nests, dams, waterfowl and birds.

Outcome/Results

Wildlife staff and management educated and connected with supporters/donors in an unusual way: on water in the wild.

Guests enjoyed a different vantage point of the river as they were shown the role different wildlife species play in the biosphere they call home.

Event yielded over $6,000, a sponsor for the ensuing gala, and a few new monthly donors.

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