Save the trees &
Rock the Forest
Thank you for a record-breaking year!
We’ll see you Thursday, July 23, 2026!
Thursday, July 24, 2025
RAIN OR SHINE
Save the Trees (SOLD OUT!)
6:00 – 7:30PM
Rock the Forest (Tickets Available AT DOOR)
Concert to follow at 8:00PM
Save the Trees is our beloved cocktail party. Come and enjoy the unmatched view with all your favorite Conservancy friends. You can purchase a sponsorship or tickets to attend – directly supporting our land protection efforts in northern Michigan.
For the fourth year in a row, you can stay after Save the Trees for Rock the Forest – a unique concert on the green. Tickets for the concert are sold separately ($50 from each ticket is a gift to LTC). This second event is BYOB – think picnic blanket with your favorite drinks and snacks overlooking Little Traverse Bay and listening to live music. Plan on bringing your own chair or blanket to sit on.
NEW THIS YEAR! Each Rock the Forest ticket includes a sandwich crafted by Petoskey Cheese to enjoy while at the concert. 
ROCK THE FOREST ARTISTS
THE CASTELLOWS
We’re so excited to welcome back the Castellows for Rock the Forest! The Castellows are an American neotraditional country music trio consisting of sisters Eleanor, Lily, and Powell Balkcom. Born in Georgetown, Georgia, the sisters moved to Nashville in 2023 and signed a record deal with Warner Music Nashville and Warner Records. After an unforgettable performance last year, you won’t want to miss this! Produced by 3 Sips, LLC as a fundraising concert for land conservation.
Listen here.
SILENT AUCTION ITEMS
"Best of Winter"
Get ready for winter with a season pass, locker #1, and a ride on the snow groomer with Nub's Nob for the 2025/2026 season.
Little Traverse Bay Fishing Trip
Experience a half-day guided fishing adventure with Plumber's Helper Charter for your group of six.
"Taste of Michigan"
Enjoy a private at-home wine tasting with Shed Wine of Harbor Springs and Petoskey Cheese.
Name Your Own Gurney's Sandwich
Have you ever wanted to see YOUR Gurney's sandwich order on the black board? Win this silent auction item and you can do just that! For one week, you can design and name your own sandwich for the store using Gurney's ingredients.
Cocktail Cruise
Enjoy a cocktail cruise on The Never-Ever-Rest, a 40-foot Chris-Craft built in 1957 and recently restored. This package includes a 2-hour cruise for up to 12 passengers, drinks, and light appetizers.
Celestial Sojourn
Experience an afternoon with local astronaut Josh Cassada, as well as a guided northern lights experience with Anita Cousino.
Stay at Otis Harbor Springs
A two-night stay at the new and beloved Hotel Otis with dining experiences included.
Private Wood Carving Class
Wood carving class with Dawson Moore of Michigan Sloyd for up to 6 people.
Sunset Private Plane
Sunset flight for two over the bay and along the shore in a private plane leaving from Harbor Springs airport (on a mutually agreeable date). Donated by Peter and Jill Bridges. Wine and snacks for a post-flight toast. Donated by Rick and Linda Bolton.
American Spoon "Buy the Store" + Tour!
Bring the charm of the American Spoon store home with you! This beautifully packed wooden crate is filled with their most beloved best-sellers. Also included: a private guided tour of their facilities.
Year of Reading
A year-long adventure through pages and prose awaits thanks to McLean and Eakin! Each month, you will pick out any book from their shelves to take home.
Portrait Session with Stephanie Baker
Capture the moment with Stephanie Baker Photography! Enjoy a customized portrait session with acclaimed Harbor Springs photographer Stephanie Baker. Perfect for families, couples, or individuals. Timeless images you'll treasure forever!
SILVER MAPLE - $30,000+
CEDAR - $20,000
BLACK CHERRY - $10,000
RED OAK - $5,000
WHITE PINE - $2,500
EASTERN HEMLOCK - $1,000
BALSAM FIR - $500
IN KIND DONORS
SPONSOR Benefits
Your Gift Will Plant 10 Trees
2 Save the Trees Tickets
Your Name Will Be Listed:
- In Fall Newsletter
- On Save The Trees Thank You Card
Your Gift Will Plant 20 Trees
2 Save the Trees Tickets
Your Name Will Be Listed:
- On This Web Page
- In Fall Newsletter
- On Save The Trees Thank You Card
Your Gift Will Plant 40 Trees
4 Save the Trees Tickets
Your Name Will Be Listed:
- On Event Poster
- Gifts received by April 11th will be on Save The Trees Invitations
- On This Web Page
- In Fall Newsletter
- On Save The Trees Thank You Card
Your Gift Will Plant 40 Trees
4 Save the Trees Tickets
Your Name Will Be Listed:
- Logo on this web page
- On Event Poster
- Gifts received by April 11th will be on Save The Trees Invitations
- In Fall Newsletter
- On Save The Trees Thank You Card
Your Gift Will Plant 100 Trees
4 Save the Trees Tickets
Your Name Will Be Listed:
- As A Lead Sponsor In Harbor Light ad for Save The Trees
- On Event Poster
- Gifts received by April 11th will be on Save The Trees Invitations
- On This Web Page
- In Fall Newsletter
- On Save The Trees Thank You Card
Your Gift Will Plant 200 Trees
4 Save the Trees Tickets
Your Name Will Be Listed:
- As A Lead Sponsor In Harbor Light ad for Save The Trees
- On Event Poster
- Gifts received by April 11th will be on Save The Trees Invitations
- On This Web Page
- In Fall Newsletter
- On Save The Trees Thank You Card
Your Gift Will Plant 400 Trees
4 Save the Trees Tickets
Your Name Will Be Listed:
- As a Lead Sponsor in Harbor Light ad for Save The Trees
- On Event Poster
- Gifts received by April 11th will be on Save The Trees Invitations
- On This Web Page
- In Fall Newsletter
- On Save The Trees Thank You Card
Your Gift Will Plant 800 Trees
4 Save the Trees Tickets
Your Name Will Be Listed:
- As a Lead Sponsor in Harbor Light ad for Save The Trees
- On Event Poster
- Gifts received by April 11th will be on Save The Trees Invitations
- On This Web Page
- In Fall Newsletter
- On Save The Trees Thank You Card
Your Gift Will Plant 1,200 Trees
10 Save the Trees Tickets
Silver Maple sponsors exclusively enjoy 10 tickets to Rock the Forest
Your Name Will Be Listed:
- As a Lead Sponsor in Harbor Light ad for Save The Trees
- On Event Poster
- Gifts received by April 11th will be on Save The Trees Invitations
- On This Web Page
- In Fall Newsletter
- On Save The Trees Thank You Card
2025 Save The Trees Committee
Grant and Lauren Gilbert and Teddy and Molly Schiff, Co-chairs
Peggy Abood
Stephanie Baker
Linda Bolton
Martha and Andrew Bowman
JC and Nathalie Danilovich
Walter and Jane Enterline
Emily Everest
Robbie and Lindsay Everest
Pat and Kelly Finn
Grant and Madeline Fisher
Michael Fisher
Caroline Garrard
Holton family
McLain and Jessica Hoogland
Hollye Jacobs
Beth and Steve Kost
Stefan and Logan Lauterbach
Cece and Howard Martindale
Kelsey Offield and Cole Sternberg
Camilla and Seth Pierrepont
Cally and Tyler Reighley
Ryan and Lilly Renker
Maureen Abood Shaheen
Consuelo and Russell Spitler
Liz and Lee Tegland
Wells Wallace and Michael Dulfer
Gill Whitman
Josephine Wilson
CORPORATE SPONSORS
