PEORIA, IL. May 6, 2014. The Peoria Audubon Society will hold a fundraising auction to benefit the Chillicothe Bottoms sanctuary, a diverse and unique habitat located along the Illinois River. The auction will be held on Wednesday, May 14th, at 7:00 pm at Forest Park Nature Center in Peoria Heights. This fundraiser will feature a silent auction, live auction, refreshments and more.
Items to be auctioned include nature-related artwork, outdoor enthusiast equipment, educational items, gift cards for local community services, and other items deemed appropriate to the goals of the Audubon Society and its members. Proceeds from the fundraiser will go directly to the enhancement of the Chillicothe Bottoms site for public access and viewing, along with the general maintenance of the sanctuary.
For further information about Peoria Audubon Society and the fundraising auction, please contact PAS Vice President Melissa Sauder at (309) 472-3561.