Silver and Gold Rush 2016
GRRIN’s favorite color is gold, right? In 2016, however, we’ve been giving an important nod to silver as we celebrate GRRIN’s 25th anniversary. Put them together on October 2nd and we had Silver and Gold Rush! This year’s event included close to 100 guests, 30-some volunteers and over 60 dogs – predominantly Goldens with a sprinkling of other breeds. Offutt Base Lake Park in Bellevue continues to be a great setting for Gold Rush and that, combined with wonderful weather (again!), means we couldn’t go wrong.
Here are highlights from the day:
- Vendors Papillion Animal Hospital and Nature Dog;
- The GRRIN Boutique sold lots of great merchandise;
- Current GRRIN foster dogs were introduced on stage and remained on-hand to greet guests;
- Games and activities for dogs, adults and kids;
- Animal rehabilitation therapy demonstration courtesy of Michelle Eckermann, DVM, Five Elements Veterinary Alternatives;
- Training Demo with Gary Platt and Kathy Rasinowich-Platt, Innovative Dog Training;
- Our can’t-miss Halloween costume contest for dogs;
- Last but not least, the wonderful parade of rescued Goldens;
- Great food throughout the day afternoon including 25th anniversary cake;
- Curt Bright with The String Beans provided music throughout the day; and
- Finally, congratulations to Joe Muller, winner of the silent auction for two roundtrip tickets generously donated by Southwest Airlines with proceeds to benefit GRRIN.
Thanks to everyone who attended and volunteered for Gold Rush 2016! It’s such a fun way to connect with friends and Goldens while reinforcing GRRIN’s mission. We look forward to seeing everyone at Gold Rush 2017, tentatively set for October 1.
