Auction Items

Aldie Mansion’s Bur Oak graced the grounds of the property for approximately 250 years while spreading its branches into a canopy of magical proportions.

In May of 2025, the ancient tree succumbed to age and spring storms, but its story continues.

Heritage Conservancy has carefully salvaged wood from the limbs and trunk of the fallen oak. In partnership with Cider Press Woodworks, it will be transformed into a unique piece of furniture honoring the tree's legacy.

The winning bidder will closely collaborate with the expert design team at Cider Press to create a bespoke table, selecting from options such as a coffee table or medium-sized dining table.

Final dimensions and design details will be shaped by the unique characteristics of the natural wood itself, which will be milled and cured over the next one to two years.

This one-of-a-kind piece will honor the legacy of Aldie’s Bur Oak while supporting the future of land and heritage conservation in our community.

Experience the magic of dusk on the water with a private sunset paddle led by Delaware Canal State Park Naturalist Katie Martens. Set at the scenic Giving Pond Recreation Area, this exclusive outing offers a chance to explore the tranquil waters as day turns to night, observing crepuscular wildlife that emerges in the evening light.

Prior to the paddle enjoy a gourmet picnic dinner, provided by Anna P’s catering. 

Groups of up to 10 can be accommodated with single or tandem kayaks provided by the DCNR. Life jackets will be provided and their use is required. Paddle may be scheduled for weekday evenings, including Fridays through September of 2025 or may be scheduled weekdays or weekends (with some limitations) for May or June of 2026. Sunset paddles begin 2 hours before sunset and finish 30 minutes after sunset. Dinner will proceed. The exact timing will depend on the date selected.

Take home a piece of Russell-Mandel Preserve!

Well-known Bucks County artist Jane Ramsey’s plein air watercolor painting depicts the scenic and stunning views of wildflowers in bloom at our Russell-Mandel Preserve’s pollinator meadow.

If the auction winner prefers, Jane can frame the painting and drop it off at their home. Included is an autographed copy of Jane’s book "Quiet Passage: Reflections on Neighboring Farms."

Jane studied graphic arts and design at Cornish College of the Arts in Seattle and worked for decades as a commercial artist, illustrating concept and story boards for advertisers. She settled in Lehigh County shortly after and returned to live in Bucks County in 2011.

Jane’s landscapes overlap with Heritage Conservancy’s conservation areas, and many of the landscapes she paints are protected by our easements. “The work you are doing isn’t instant gratification,” she says. “We may be years out from seeing the benefit of it, maybe even generations out. But it is really important, and work that has to be done.”

Painting en plein air, well-known Bucks County artist Jane Ramsey will provide a private afternoon painting session at your home. 

The final piece will be a small watercolor vignette painting, featuring a view of your home or favorite area of your property in Bucks County. You and a friend can join her and paint along with her (she will bring all the supplies) or just "sip" and watch as she creates in real time.

A few things to note: The location of the scene being painted must be located in Bucks County. The day and time will be agreed upon by the winner and Jane, and the painting must be redeemed by June 2026. 

Step into the world of craft spirits with this exclusive, hands-on, five-part experience offered by Doan Distillery.

Over the course of six weeks, you and a small group will embark on a journey to create a custom gin blend—from concept to bottle—all while celebrating local heritage and supporting conservation.

This unique package includes:

• Three virtual sessions with Doan Distillery founder Chris, where you’ll explore the rich history of the Doan family, learn the fundamentals of gin production, and collaborate to design a signature botanical recipe.

• Two in-person classes at Doan Distillery in Quakertown, where you’ll roll up your sleeves to blend, distill, bottle, and label your custom creation. The final result? A full-production run of your unique recipe, crafted and sold by Doan Distillery - with 100% of the proceeds benefiting Heritage Conservancy.

To complete the experience, a custom signature cocktail will be developed using your unique gin—perfect for toasting to preservation and innovation.