Love, Peace & Charity

Break out your bell bottoms and peace signs for the 12th annual Educational Fund Auction and Reception, held as part of the 2013 NASTT No-Dig Show in Sacramento, Calif., March 3-7. The theme for this popular No-Dig event, held March 4, is Love, Peace & Charity.

Since 2002, the Educational Fund Auction has raised more than $533,000, with all proceeds benefiting NASTT educational activities. These activities include sponsoring student attendance at No-Dig, awarding scholarships and providing targeted training courses to the membership at-large.

There are several ways to bid on some terrific items — from jewelry and electronics to sporting event tickets and trenchless tools and equipment — through the Silent Auction, Online Auction, Live Auction and 50/50 Raffle.

Last year’s western-themed auction was a huge hit and in 2013, the No-Dig Program Committee challenges attendees to re-visit their 1960s Flower Child days — so don’t forget to pack your bell bottom pants, tie-dye shirts and peace symbols. Whoever has the best costume will receive a cash prize.

Vermeer is once again sponsoring a “Dream Vacation” raffle at the No-Dig Show. Last year, the raffle winner won a vacation to Hawaii. This year, the winning ticket transports you to a dream vacation in the Caribbean. Tickets are $25 each, or five for $100. The winning ticket will be drawn at the Closing Luncheon on March 6.