Our 3rd annual online auction will be held December 1-5th, 2025!!!!

Start Shopping on December 1 HERE: https://givebutter.com/c/ztSE9Q

Support the bears with every purchase!

Your generosity is greatly appreciated and it is only by supporters like you that the VSWS can continue this wonderful experience!

On behalf of the staff, volunteers, interns and especially the bears, we thank you for your support!

Thank you to our generous 2025 Online Auction Donors:

Stan Tekiela, Donna Brezinka, Twin City Grill, Vermilion River Tavern, Mark and Kim Peter, Bill Lea, Cindy Mendel, Elaine Peltier, Gordy Lindgren, Vickie Prussman, Ernie and Angie Page, Jody Marquez, Darian Sleeth, Sidona Wagstaff, Cabin O Pines Resort and Grey Wolf Lodge (Ross and Lara Coyer), Tim and Maria Hewett, Chanhassen Dinner Theatre, Minnesota Zoo, Great Lakes Aquarium, Skyline Social, Taylor Falls Boat Tours, Minnesota State Fair, Patagonia, Bear Vault, Comet Theater