Raptor Rendezvous

Join us at DuGaren Vineyards, a beautiful new event space located on the west side of Lake Norman, for an inspiring evening celebrating raptors on Saturday, June 29 from 6 PM to 9 PM.

• Cocktails and passed hors d'oeuvres including photo opportunities with 4 or 5 Avian Ambassadors.
• View and bid on photos from Carolina Raptor Center's 2024 photo contest.
• A silent auction including mountain getaways, golf outings, sports memorabilia, wine packages, Eagle Rare bourbon, and exclusive Carolina Raptor Center experiences. Silent auction preview begins June 10. Online bidding opens June 17.
• Seated dinner by Armin's Catering and open bar including Lost Worlds beer.
• A surprise guest speaker introduced by Erin Katzner, Carolina Raptor Center President & CEO.
• A live auction will conclude the evening, including one winner releasing an owl by hand on site!

Funds raised at this event will support Carolina Raptor Center's ongoing mission to ignite a passion for raptors and a responsibility for our shared natural world.

Want to sponsor Raptor Rendezvous? Download our Sponsorship Packet.