Sunset Affair

Get up close and personal with Alaska’s majestic brown bears at this exclusive fly-in camp, famous for its pristine setting and exceptional wildlife viewing.

Your six-day adventure starts with a private flight across Cook Inlet, passing active volcanoes and glaciers before landing at this remote enclave, surrounded by Lake Clark National Park. Set against the backdrop of the ice-clad Aleutian Range, Natural Habitat’s Alaska Bear Camp offers luxury “glamping” with chef-prepared gourmet meals, heated tents furnished with real beds and an en suite potty—all with once-in-a-lifetime opportunities to observe brown bears in their native habitat. A stay at the Land’s End Resort bookends your trip, complete with a Kachemak Bay private cruise. You’ll never forget this all-inclusive total immersion wilderness adventure for two—or share the memories with a 10 percent discount off companion bookings. $1,000 Delta Gift Card is included for airfare. Trip departures offered June 1 – August 31, 2025 only. $1,000 Delta Gift Card is included for airfare. Valid for travel in 2025 only. Watch Natural Habitat Video here

Get closer to “Our Wild World” with this unique experience to feed Como’s bison—at Sunset Affair!

During the dessert reception, winners of this exceptional package will get the rare opportunity to have a peek into Como’s historic Old Barn before hand-feeding Aunt Bea, Bogo, and Ruby their preferred after-dinner treat of corn and carrots.

Como Friend’s Conservation Champions program has funded two projects focused on these iconic animals, who play a critical role in Minnesota’s ecosystem. Bid on this auction item and support ongoing field conservation efforts here and across the globe to help our wild and precious creatures.

This auction item will close early at 7:35 p.m. on Thursday, July 18. The winner must be present. The experience for up to 10 people is only valid the night of Sunset Affair.

Urban sophistication meets outdoor adventure during this four-night stay for two in the Mile High City. 

From your home base at the Catbird Hotel, an award-winning concept space that blurs the line between hotel and home, you’ll be in the heart of Denver’s super trendy RiNo neighborhood, with access to the city’s best restaurants, food halls and galleries. Catbird’s amenities feature a rooftop terrace and a game room filled with bikes, scooters, picnic baskets, and even a ukulele so you can create your own adventure. During your stay, we have arranged exceptional behind-the-scenes experiences at the Denver Zoo, and visits to the Denver Botanic Gardens and the Rocky Mountain Arsenal National Wildlife Refuge, an amazing conservation effort that’s home to more than 280 native plants and 330 animal species. With $250 of walking around money on your VISA gift card and four full days in the Mile High City, you’ll be on top of the world! (Air travel not included.)

Handpicked by Gunderson’s Jewelers for Sunset Affair: Our Wild World these are the quintessential earrings to wear on a wild night out or in! Stunning from every angle.

Diamonds float in airy designs like points of light in a midnight sky. These earrings dazzle with round brilliant diamonds that sway gracefully as you move. Each stone is cut to the world’s highest standards, exceeding even those of the GIA. The 18K white gold is meticulously engineered so the metal practically disappears—all you see is the beauty and light of 1.61 carat diamonds framing your face.

One of the loudest lions in Como history, Mumford is beloved for his mighty roar and gorgeous mane. He’s also an emerging artist, who enjoyed creating this original work by dipping his paws in metallic paint.  

The stone of calmness, clarity and communication, blue topaz also captures the sparkle of Como Harbor in this set featuring 2-carat sky blue topaz earrings in cascading rings of gold over sterling silver, and a coordinating blue topaz 8-carat pendant and 14K gold necklace.  

This wear-with-everything rainbow stone necklace by Anthropologie brings a happy pop of color to any outfit. 19.5 inches long. 

The Lectric XP Lite foldable eBike has a 300-watt motor that peaks at nearly 500 watts. This class 2 eBike tops 20 miles per hour—throttle only or pedal assist. Ready to tackle everything from trips into town to exciting joyrides, this Lectric eBike includes front and rear mechanical disc brakes, a backlit LED display, front and rear lights, and five levels of pedal assistance. Weighing only about 46 pounds, this convenient bike can be charged using a standard household outlet, with about 20 miles per charge. Seat and handlebars are adjustable. This bike was professionally tuned by Mobile eBike Service prior to delivery to you. Charger included.   

Blantons A. Renowned for their Kentucky single-barrel bourbon and for the horse and mounted jockey on every bottle, Blanton’s Bourbon has a fanatical fan base. Join the club with this collectible bottle, marked by the letter “A.”  

Blantons N. Starting in 1999, Blanton’s Bourbon began producing eight different versions of their distinctive horse and jockey stoppers, spurring collectors around the globe.  Each stopper has a different pose meant to capture a horse race from start to finish and is marked with a single letter. Build your collection with this collectible bottle, marked by the letter “N.”  

Majestic and mysterious, this watercolor snow leopard looks just like Como Zoo’s Moutig. With stark white matting and a bold black frame, it’s a great gift for the large cat lover on your list.  

Savor the extra hours of summer daylight with this fun backyard combo—a croquet set made by local favorite Yard Games, a bottle of Miraval rosé, a bottle of Hampton Water rosé, and rosé gummy bears. 

Juniper, rose and banana plants are transformed into something tasty in this collection of plant-powered spirits including Ketel One Botanical Grapefruit and Rose, Greenhouse Classic Gin, and Skatterbrain Dark Chocolate Banana Whiskey. A $50 gift certificate to Minneapolis’s Tangletown Gardens lets you explore fantastic plants and perennials for your home. Get inspired with two sets of photo cards featuring “Beautiful Blossoms” and “Water Lilies” at Marjorie McNeely Conservatory, also included.

At 17 feet and counting, Skeeter the giraffe won’t fit in most bedrooms, but this cute standing plush giraffe (4’9″ tall) is just the right size to bring home tonight.  

Racy leopard print meets nautical navy in the Lilly Pulitzer Beale Weekender Bag. Fashioned from matte poly fabric in a vibrant print and accented by striped webbing, this bag is a stylish and spacious companion for your next getaway! 

Take an imaginary trip to the Kalahari with this great kids’ collection including Wild Safari Animals 3-in-1 Lego Set, National Geographic Safari Time Dress Up Trunk, and National Geographic Kids Photo Ark. 

Start living la dolce vita as you prepare the Roman recipes shared by Giada De Laurentiis in Giada’s Italy. The signed copy of the New York Times bestseller also includes ceramic jar of extra virgin olive oil featuring the scenery of Lake Como.