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One Hour Private Shooting Instruction for 4 at Orvis Sandanona Shooting Grounds, Millbrook, NY

Offering one hour of private shooting instruction for up to 4 students. The gun rental is included (ammunition, gratuity, and tax are not included).

Upstate New York's Hudson River Valley has a rich sporting tradition that has only gotten more vibrant with passing generations. Orvis Sandanona, located less than two hours from Manhattan in the village of Millbrook, is iconic in the region as the oldest permitted shooting preserve in the United States. The main clubhouse was built during the presidency of Thomas Jefferson, and the four-hundred-acre property has been host to a parade of discerning wing shooters ever since. While celebrating the heritage and tradition upon which it was built, Orvis Sandanona has matured into a thriving, modern shooting facility that is internationally regarded as among the very best. Orvis Sandanona is open to the public 362 days a year. Visitors can enjoy two unique sporting clays courses, a Five Stand, and Wobble Trap. Experience signature elegance, style, and exquisite service at Orvis Sandanona. Once you do, we guarantee that you'll be back for more. Anyone over the age of 12 is more than welcome to join us for the private instruction. https://www.orvis.com/sandanona-shooting-grounds.html

VALUE $400

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(3) One-Month Memberships to Mike Arteaga's Health & Fitness Centers, Poughkeepsie or Highland, NY

Check out these state of the art Fitness Centers located in Poughkeepsie and Highland, NY. Both have everything that you would want including pools, weight rooms, fitness machines, classes and more! Purchase as gifts or use for yourself! https://www.mikearteaga.com/

VALUE $240

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Private Tour for 4 at 1709 Madam Brett Homestead, Beacon, NY

Enjoy a private, behind the scenes tour for up to four people of the Madam Brett Homestead in Beacon NY. Known as the oldest standing building in southern Dutchess County, the Madam Brett Homestead is a time capsule of colonial life. The home and museum are listed on the National Register of Historic Places and are part of the NYS Independence Trail. The homestead, which during the 19th century was referred to as the "Teller House", is now named for Catheryna Rombout Brett. After the death of Catheryna's mother, the couple mortgaged their manor house in New York and moved to the wilderness of southern Dutchess County. The home was built around 1709 or shortly thereafter.

The tour will be led by a member of the Melzingah chapter of the Daughters of the American Revolution, who maintain the historic site. Madam Brett, herself, will also make a special appearance. https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Madam_Brett_Homestead

https://www.dar.org/national-society/historic-sites-and-properties/madam-brett-homestead

VALUE $200

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Two Tickets to Bannerman's Island Boat & Walking Tour, Beacon, NY

Experience of a lifetime for all ages! One of the best things to do along the Hudson River is visit Pollepel Island, a tiny jewel in the setting of the Hudson Highlands. The rich history of Bannerman Castle and the beautiful scenery of this place provides a wonderfully enriching day for the whole family.

The Bannerman Castle Trust Inc., in cooperation with the New York State Office of Parks, Recreation, and Historic Preservation, provides a public tour of Bannerman Castle and Pollepel Island.

Complete 2.5 hour tour includes: Boat ride to Bannerman Island aboard the Estuary Steward; Guided walking tour of the island in which you will visit the famous Bannerman Castle ruins and gardens; Visit to the Bannerman Garden and Bannerman Residence, where you'll learn about all things Bannerman; Return boat trip back to Beacon where it all began.

PLUS Bannerman 80th Anniversary Military Goods Catalog dated January 1945, No. 26. Contains 286 pages, Appendix to the 1940 75th Anniversary Catalog, and Catalog Index. Also includes pictures of Polopel Island, with caption "On account of the explosives stored here, no landing is permitted, Armed guards are on duty at all times." https://bannermancastle.org

VALUE $150

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$200 Gift Card to Brothers Trattoria Restaurant, Beacon, NY

Since 1998, this upscale New York restaurant has been serving the unique cuisine and pronounced flavors of Northern and Southern Italy in the trendy city of Beacon. Choose from three dining experiences; take a seat in the entrance room where fresh pizzas are made daily, step into the charming Tuscan Dining Room for a romantic dinner, or enjoy cocktails by the fireplace in the expanded bar room. Discover carefully conceived artisan dishes at both New York locations, one in Beacon and one in Poughquag. Buon Appetito! https://brotherstrattoria.com/

VALUE $200

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Hudson Views 3-hour Boat Tour for Six on the Hudson River, New Hamburg, NY

Experience beautiful Hudson River Views on a three-hour tour for up to 6 people. Bring your friends, snacks and camera and depart from White's Marina in New Hamburg. Head north to Poughkeepsie, or south to Newburgh Bay, your choice, for an enjoyable time on the "River of Destiny" with Captain Rob Doyle on his 24' 2022 Monterey M4 boat. Coordinate your excursion and choose the time and date. You can go out in the morning, afternoon or for a sunset cruise. Guaranteed nice weather or reschedule at no charge! Tour to be scheduled for between May and September of 2026. https://whitesmarinaonthehudson.com/

VALUE $600

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Private Viewing Tour of Sue & Rob Doyle's 19thC Hudson River School Painting Collection, Fishkill, NY

A personal Viewing Tour of the 19thC Hudson River School paintings collection of Sue & Rob Doyle at their home in Fishkill, NY for you and up to twelve of your guests. This lifetime collection numbers 65 framed paintings of Hudson River Views arranged as "A Trip Up The River" from New York Harbor, passing the Palisades, across the "Tappan Sea," through the Hudson Highlands all the way to the Catskill Mountains. Each painting is numbered and described.

19thC American School "Nature Painters" include: Frank Anderson (1844-91), Julie Hart Beers (1835-1913), Alfred Thompson Bricher (1837-1908), Norton Bush (1834-1894), Johann Hermann Carmiencke (1810-67), George Lafayette Clough (1824-1901), Edmund C. Coates (1816-1871), Jasper Francis Cropsey (1823-1900), Johann Mongels Culverhouse (1820-1891), Victor DeGrailly (1804-1889), Asher Brown Durand (1796-1886), plus the rest of the alphabet of 19thC Hudson River landscapes artists.

You and your guests will get to view, learn, and have ample opportunity to ask questions about paintings of particular interest. Plan for visiting for up to three hours. Date and time to be determined by you and the Doyles any time before December 31, 2026. Learn about the Hudson River School of Artists at https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Hudson_River_School

VALUE $400

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Collection 40 Original Postcards: Beacon, Matteawan & Fishkill Landing. Pickup Only, Rhinebeck, NY

A great assortment of used postcards, many with handwritten messages from the period. All protected in plastic sleeves ready for display.

VALUE $200

This lot can be previewed in person Wednesday - Saturday 10:00 am to 3:00 pm by appointment at DCHS, 6282 Route 9, Rhinebeck, NY 12572. If this item isn't for you, please consider becoming a member or making a donation to DCHS at https://dchsny.org/secure-pay/

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Private Dinner Party for 6 at Valley View, Dutchess County, NY

Enjoy a delicious private dinner for six adults at Valley View, an 1850s farmhouse in Dutchess County. Share the bounty, stroll through the gardens, sip a cocktail on the porch and savor a 3-course meal complete with homemade ice cream and a secret potent after-dinner drink. Note: The dinner party may be scheduled for any time of year but August and September are good months.

VALUE $500

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$200 Gift Card to Farm to Table Bistro, Fishkill, NY

We are Farm to Table Bistro located in Fishkill, NY. We source most of our ingredients from local farmers and creameries and use as many local Hudson valley purveyors as possible. The promise we make to our customers is to provide them with the freshest ingredients that are seasonably available and do so by purchasing locally whenever possible. The word "local" gets thrown out there very often without any concept of what it really means. For instance, we shake hands every Tuesday with the man who makes our fresh hot dogs (Peter's Meat Market), we drink espresso corretto with one of the local farmers we use for produce (Taliaferro's Farm) and we are only a hop-skip away from one of the best cheese makers in the area with whom we are proud to purchase many of our cheeses from (Sprout Creek Farm). https://www.ftbistro.com/

VALUE $200

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$200 Gift Card to Tomato Cafe, Fishkill, NY

The Tomato Cafe has been a favorite on Main Street in Fishkill for over 15 years! With patio and sidewalk seating as well as indoors, you can visit the Tomato Cafe any time of year and enjoy amazing food. The menu is a wonderful range that includes pizza and Italian classics, salads, sandwiches, and even all day breakfast. Make sure you leave room for dessert, because you will not want to miss out on their many yummy options! https://www.tomatocafeny.com/

VALUE $200

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$200 Gift Card to Double O Grill, Wappingers Falls, NY

We are locally owned and operated. By dining at Double O, you are directly inserting yourself into our local community and the local economy that we all depend on. Cheers to our local movers & shakers. So many local professionals depend on your patronage. Not only our own employees but the local work force that contribute to our everyday operations. From the local photographers, graphic designers, printers, local brewers, cheese makers, farmers, distributors, accountants, lawyers, carpenters, plumbers, engineers, electricians, the list goes on and on. And cheers to you. By not choosing to dine in a "national chain" restaurant, you become part of our local chain of economic well being. You are engendering good things – and with gusto, we thank you. So let's make a toast. To your dutiful dining & commitment to conscious cuisine. https://www.doubleogrill.com/

VALUE $200

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$200 Gift Card to Brasserie 292 Restaurant, Poughkeepsie, NY

Brasserie 292 combines the old-world charm of Poughkeepsie's historic Main Street district with a timeless, classic Brasserie fare. Diners can choose from a menu that boasts an impressive range of selections, from the Raw Bar to the Plat Du Jour, including a diverse wine and beer list. Once a popular garment destination, the inviting dining room has been transformed into a spacious haven that can accommodate over 80 people. They have a simple philosophy at Brasserie 292 - they use fine, local ingredients coupled with traditional cookery to create an incomparable and exceptional dining experience. https://www.brasserie292.com/

VALUE $200

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$200 Gift Card to Farmers & Chefs Restaurant, Poughkeepsie, NY

Farmers & Chefs is a casual Hudson Valley restaurant envisioned by Chef and restaurateur, John Lekic. Farmers & Chefs draws inspiration from our beautiful Hudson Valley regional farms while combining the freshest in-season local ingredients and global influences. "We believe in preservation of boutique agriculture and we support our small farms while emphasizing that two same ingredients are not always equal to each other. How things are done and grown at the farm matters." Embracing the philosophy of less is more means cleaner food with less chemicals, pesticides and fillers.

https://www.farmersandchefs.com/

VALUE $200

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$200 Gift Card to Cosimo's Restaurant, Poughkeepsie, NY

Bringing everyone together around the table is an enduring tradition within the Cosimo's family. From the traditional Italian recipes of founder Cosimo DiBrizzi's youth in Salerno to refreshed dishes, that's how they like to think about the food they serve. Every meal is cooked to perfection and served with the warm, friendly dedication that has made Cosimo's one of the region's favorite dining destinations. https://cosimospoughkeepsie.com/

VALUE $200

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A Historic House History - Love Where You Live, Dutchess County, NY

Have you ever wondered, while roaming the halls and rooms of your historic house, who built the house, and who those were who came after and also once called it home? This special opportunity will allow Melanie Beal Marks, Owner and Principal Researcher of CT House Histories, LLC, to delve into the history of your house. Her research will provide a title search of your property, the name of the builder and circa date built; the names of those who once lived in your home along with snippets of their lives - where they came from and where they went - to touch on just a few. Come and explore the histories and mysteries of your charming home. "From urban row houses and taverns to barns and privies, these places - many of them grand, others crumbling into ruin even then - open a window into the minds and lives of their builders." Richard Moe, President, National Trust for Historic Places (2006). Starting Date: Negotiable. Good for one year. Property must be located in Dutchess County or Western CT.

VALUE $3000

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Private Tour for 6 at the Hopewell Depot Museum, Hopewell Junction, NY

The Depot Museum tour includes the Depot building, the recently acquired and refurbished caboose, and the replica of the signal tower. The tour can accommodate up to 6 adults and children, and will be scheduled on a mutually agreeable date and time between April and November of 2026. Note: Several steep stairs lead to the second-story of the signal tower, and a few gradual stairs lead up into the caboose.

The Hopewell Depot Museum's mission is: to provide a historic museum and park for the education and recreation of the community of Hopewell Junction, town of East Fishkill, and Dutchess County; to accurately reflect the facilities and purpose of the Hopewell Depot in its prime by collecting, preserving, and sharing of written records, photographs, oral histories, and physical artifacts; to provide an added tourist attraction for the town and county to attract visitors, promote local businesses, and foster Dutchess County heritage; and to be the southeastern gateway and visitor center for the William R. Steinhaus Dutchess County Rail Trail. https://www.hopewelldepotmuseum.org/

VALUE $100

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$200 Gift Card to Crew Restaurant & Bar, Poughkeepsie, NY

Thomas Kacherski opened Crew Restaurant in May of 2009 and has created a casual and modern environment with a dedication to local and organic fare.

Thomas is a 2001 Culinary Institute of America (CIA) graduate, has been recognized by Wine Spectator Magazine, Hudson Valley Magazine, and Zagat.

Crew's staff is highly trained and dedicated to the owner's vision. Crew is part of the CIA externship program, providing students with onsite training, and many chefs currently employed there are CIA alumni. https://www.crewrestaurant.com/

VALUE $200

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$200 Gift Card to Half Time Beverage Store, Poughkeepsie, NY

If you live in Dutchess or Westchester County and you're looking for the best beer store in your neighborhood, we've got you covered. Half Time Beverage has a store in both Poughkeepsie and Mamaroneck, right in the heart of the Hudson Valley craft beer phenomenon and surrounded by so many outstanding craft breweries and cideries.

Half Time features over 4,000 craft beer and cider selections from over 800 breweries located in over 50 countries. If you're searching for the best IPA of all time, chances are they have it, along with thousands of IPA's, lagers, porters, stouts, hefeweizens, pilsners, sours and a great selection of non-alcoholic and gluten free beer as well! For the cider enthusiasts they stock an amazing selection of ciders from our local Hudson Valley area and around the globe. They've even won awards for their jaw dropping selection. Ratebeer.com ranked Half Time the Best Bottle Shop in New York, and Top 3 Beer Store in the World. Not too shabby! Half Time Beverage is one of the few stores where you can grab one beer or cider at a time and make your own six pack! https://halftimebeverage.com/

VALUE $200

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$200 Gift Card to Longobardi's Restaurant, Wappingers Falls, NY

Don't miss this family-friendly Italian eatery for classic pastas and entrees to pizza in a beautiful white-tablecloth space. Enjoy a delicious and authentic Italian meal featuring old-world recipes and modern flavors in charming ambiance with great service! https://www.longobardisrestaurant.com/

VALUE $200

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