2009 Auction & Raffle Items

Sponsor Donated Auction and Raffle Items

The following items have been donated by our sponsors in support of the Club. Many of these valuable items can also be purchased from their websites should you not be the lucky winner. We will soon post additional items as they are donated. As a Sponsor it is a great way to get your product exposed to over 850 people who attend our free show.

Questions or to Donate Items
Contact: Terri Mueller
(612) 226-7500 Mueller_33@msn.com

Donated Refreshment Items

	Volunteer Nurishment 4 Dozen Bagels Bruegger's Bagels
	Volunteer Nurishment $25 Gift Card Byerlys
	Volunteer Nurishment Mini Muffins Perkins Golden Valley
	Volunteer Desert for Saturday Lunch Various Perkins Pies Perkins has created a competitive point of difference in the marketplace, as well as an added bonus for its guests, through the introduction of in-house bake shoppes where customers can either order or take out a wide array of delectable, freshly baked muffins, pies and cookies. Taste the difference with pies and muffins, still hot from the oven, with homemade freshness. Welcome to Perkins, where you can taste the difference.
	Volunteer Desert for Saturday Lunch Various Baker's Square Pies It is a tradition for many of our guests to purchase a Bakers Square whole pie for special occasions—birthdays, holidays, just name it. Our pies make any event special, whether it’s celebrated at work, at home,at a Koi Show or in one of our restaurants located in the Upper Midwest. Guests visit Bakers Square because they love our award-winning pie…and because they know they will enjoy great-tasting food and extra-friendly service in a clean and comfortable family atmosphere. We congradulate the Koi Show winners, have fun and visit us at Baker's Square soon! http://www.bakerssquare.com/

Auction Items

	Four Premium Japanese Koi Starting Bid - No Limit Donated by Koi and Pond Systems We sell premium Japanese Koi. There are many sizes available upon request. Currently, we have 5-6 inch and 8-10 inch Koi in stock and ready to be picked up. If you are looking for a certain color/pattern, contact us directly. At Koi and Pond Systems we also build custom ponds and tanks for your koi. Give use a call and let us show you what we can do for you. More Information Here
	Nishikigoi Mondo Book Starting Bid - $50 - Valued at $140 Donated by the International Nishikigoi Promotion Center 18 Koi experts answer more than 200 Koi keeping questions. Translated from Japanese to English, this is the true Bible for Koi Keeping and has only been recently released this summer! More Information Here
	Item: Sanke 18" Donated by: Ken and Bonnie Ellis Min bid: $25 Retail Value: Unknown
	Item: Hayward 4" True Union Ball Valve Donated by: Kelly and Mike Pageler Min bid: $45 Retail value: + $250
	Aqua Ultraviolet Sterilizer 25W Starting Bid - $100 - Valued at $250 Donated by Aqua Ultraviolet The Aqua Ultraviolet Sterilizer is used to destroy single celled organisms such as water borne bacteria and viruses. The sterilizer is also used to control algae and and to kill fungi and protozoa. More Information Here
	Sequence 750 Pump 3600SEQ12 Starting Bid - $100 - Valued at $350 Donated by MDM ~ Sequence Pumps These extremely durable pumps combine high efficiency, enclosed impellers and dry-run resistant seals with the latest in motor technology to provide many years of trouble-free and low-cost service. And with this being an external pump, it helps protect both you and your fish from annoying and potentially dangerous oil or electrical leaks. More Information Here
	(8) Two Year Old Japanese Koi 14-16" Starting Bid - $50 - Valued at $200+ Donated by the Kodama Koi Farm We, the Miyoshiike Company, Ltd., have provided quality, healthy living Nishikigoi to Koi hobbyists in Japan for 40 years. Since 2001, as Japan Koi Online, we have served Koi lovers in the US with the same kind of quality Nishikigoi and Japanese Koi supplies found in Japan. More Information Here
	(1) Shade Sail 16' 5" triangle Starting Bid - $50 - Valued at $170+ Donated by the Shade Sails LLC Shade Sails are made of high density polyethylene shade cloth that is especially manufactured with tensioned fabric structures in mind. The knit is made using monofilament and tape filler. The fabric is treated with a UV stabilizers to give it long life in direct sunlight. Depending on color, the average shade rating is approx. 90% and the UVR block is approx. 95%. More Information Here
	(1) Six Foot Poly Tank Starting Bid - $50 - Valued at $500+ Donated by the PolyTank Polytank, Inc. manufacturer's a quality line of acid and aquaculture tanks. Polytank has been a fantasic supporter of the Upper Midwest Koi Club. Many members buy their tanks for keeping their Koi in for winter and for quarenteen periods. Without Polytank's support their might not have been a Koi Show in Minnesota. More Information Here

Raffle Items

	Hampton Inn, Maple Grove 1 Night Free Stay http://www.hamptoninnmaplegrove.com
	Stonecrop - Maple Grove 1 Stone Crop Gift http://www.stonecropgifts.com/
	Trader Joes Gift Basket http://www.traderjoes.com/
	Sue Emerick Koi Collector's Books
	Better Than Rocks Pots Spacing Material http://apps.betterthanrocks.com/
	Koi and Ponds Koi Food http://www.tomigai.com/
	Dr Fosters and Smith 1 $25 Gift Certificates http://www.drsfostersmith.com/
Digital Salinity Tester	Koi Pond Central Koi Pond Supplies and Information http://www.koipondcentral.com/
2 Free Entree Certificates	TEXAS ROADHOUSE http://www.texasroadhouse.com
	Muck Vac System Item to Be Donated At Show! http://www.muckvac.com/index.asp
	Minnesota Wild Tickets Donated by Ross Brigit Kelley http://wild.nhl.com/club/index.htm
Hand Towels and Greeting Cards	Dream Catchers Item to Be Donated At Show! Visit Her Booth at The Show
	Dainichi Koi Food TBD http://www.dainichi.com/koi_food_Dutch.html
	Performance Pro Pumps 1 $100 Gift Certificate http://www.performancepropumps.com/
	Applebee's Coon Rapids, MN 2 $10 Gift Certificates http://www.applebees.com
	Organic Digester - Strata International 1-32 Oz Bottle. http://www.organicdigester.com/
	Minnesota Timber Wolves 2-$70 tickets, for a game in December, and a t-shirt. http://www.nba.com/timberwolves/
	Microbe-Lift PL 32 Oz Available (3) Donated by Ecological Laboratories http://www.microbelift.com/
	Sludge Away 32 Oz Available (1) Donated by Ecological Laboratories http://www.microbelift.com/
	Fruits and Greens - Koi Foods Available (3 - 13oz) Donated by Ecological Laboratories http://www.microbelift.com/
	Big Bites - Koi Foods Available (2 - 3lbs) Donated by Ecological Laboratories http://www.microbelift.com/
	(1) Free Haircut and Blow Dry ($32.00 Value) Donated by Simonson's Salon and Spa From the moment you enter Simonson's Salon & Spa, you can relax – and confidently place your trust in our caring team. We are committed to delivering you the finest services, products and knowledge available… nothing pleases us more than a satisfied customer. Our comprehensive preliminary and continuing education requirements foster the exceptionally high standards that set Simonson's apart. http://www.simonsons.com/
	Minnesota Water Garden Society 5 One Year Electronic Memberships http://www.mwgs.org
	Koi Grower - Koi Foods Available (To Be Posted) Donated by Zeigler Feed Zeigler® Koi Grower is a high performance diet designed to meet the demanding needs of growing fish during earlier stages of development. The diet contains spirulina and other natural marine ingredients to enhance the vibrant colors of your fish. Stable vitamin C and brewers yeast are included to help improve immune function and promote healthy tissue development. Higher levels of marine protein sources are incorporated to maximize palatability, digestibility, and growth. Koi Grower is also supplemented with VpakTM, an all-natural additive, to help increase resistance to diseases. http://www.zeiglerfeed.com/html/aquatic.htm
	Color Enhancer - Koi Foods Available (To Be Posted) Donated by Zeigler Feed Zeigler® Koi Fancier contains spirulina and other natural marine ingredients to enhance the vibrant colors of your fish. The diet is formulated with stable vitamin C and brewers yeast to help improve immune function and promote healthy tissue development. Higher levels of marine protein sources are incorporated to maximize palatability and digestibility. Koi Fancier is also supplemented with VpakTM, an all-natural additive, to help increase resistance to diseases. http://www.zeiglerfeed.com/html/aquatic.htm
	Cool Weather - Koi Foods Available (To Be Posted) Donated by Zeigler Feed Zeigler® Pond Fancier is a nutritionally complete and balanced diet for all pond fish. The diet is formulated with stable vitamin C and brewers yeast to help improve immune function and promote healthy tissue development. Higher levels of marine protein sources are incorporated to maximize palatability and digestibility. Pond Fancier is a wheat based diet, ideal for feeding during colder periods of the year. The low protein/low fat content makes it a lower energy diet that is easily digested when fish are experiencing colder water temperatures. Pond Fancier is also supplemented with VpakTM, an all-natural additive, to help increase resistance to diseases. http://www.zeiglerfeed.com/html/aquatic.htm
	Ficus Bonsai Available One Donated by Minneosta Bonsai Society http://www.minnesotabonsai.org/
	Lexington Pet Clinic *:: House Calls for Fish Too!* 1 Logo Wear Jacket or Polo TBD http://www.lexingtonpetclinic.com/ Our mission at Lexington Pet Clinic is to provide high quality veterinary care with compassion and a personalized touch that only a small clinic can offer. We strive to provide your pet with the most current therapies and are committed to encouraging preventative and wellness programs to ensure your pet lives a long and healthy life.
	Koi Clay - An Essential Pond Nutrient Available (To Be Posted) Donated by Koi Acres http://www.koiacres.com
	Dechorinator - Sodium Thiosulphate Available (To Be Posted) Donated by Koi Acres http://www.koiacres.com
	Yamakoshi-mura Futatabi (Reminiscences of Yamakoshi Village) Available (1) Donated by the International Nishikigoi Promotion Center It is very beautiful photo book introducing the life of Yamakoshi village, origin of Nishikigoi. The photos are taken before the quake, and the quake changed the sight....so it is the value to keep the book as the memory of the beautiful village (of course, Yamakoshi village is still very beautiful but some scenes were lost by the quake.) The comments in the book are written in Japanese, but an attached English translation is included. More Information Here
	Aqua Meds - Medicated Koi Foods Available (6) 3lbs Bags Donated by Aqua Meds We added a proprietary blend of natural micro-nutrients to our custom formula that aids in the effectiveness of the antibiotics in our Medi-Koi®, plus, the micro-nutrients accelerates and intensifies the natural response of the immune system, which accelerates the healing of tough fungal and bacterial infections in your koi and pond fish. http://www.aquameds.com/index.asp
	Sho Koi - Advanced Koi Nutrition Available (To Be Posted) Donated by Total Koi Inc. SHO KOI "Ultra" was formulated through the most advanced bio-technical research and development available today. The application of this modern science in conjunction with long established and time-tested nutritional values has resulted in a Koi and Pond Fish food which is an all-encompassing and feature-enhancing formula. http://www.shokoi.com/index.htm
	Koi Jewlery - Koi Charm Available (Only 1) Donated by the International Nishikigoi Promotion Center It is a very beautiful souvenir designed by Mr. Hiroyuki Sugiyama a famous jewelry designer in Japan.
	Various Sizes and Types of Koi Food https://koiretailer.com Blackwater Creek Koi Farm
	Koi Windsocks - Every Home Needs One Available (9-small, 5-medium, 5-large) Donated by House of Rice Carp or Koi windsocks also known as Koinobori for boy's day and children's day celebration or for decoration. Koinobori for indoor or outdoor use. Decorative kites for display or for flying! House of Rice is US source for all great Koi Windsocks. Have fun, buy a kite and then tie a few koi windsock onto it as it rises! http://www.houserice.com/cawi.html
	Platinum Nuggets - Koi Food Available (6) 3.5Lbs Donated by Mazuri Foods Koi Nutrition https://www.mazuri.com/indexMazuri.asp
	Muller Family Theater Available (3) Sets of 4 Movie Passes Donated by Muller Theaters Enjoy a Movie on us! http://www.mullerfamilytheatres.com/
	Aquascape Available Books: Container Water Gardening for hobbyists $39.98 Value The Ecosystem Pond $29.98 Value Water Garden Lifestyles $29.98 Value Donated by Aquascape Pond information for water gardens. http://www.aquascapeinc.com/