Disney to auction off EE:M/H

[GoofyFreek]

Disney in joint effort with Discovery Channel and Conservation International are auctioning there gear and parts form there trip.


'Expedition Everest: Mission Himalayas - The Collection' Online Auction is
Scheduled Nov. 28-Dec. 8

LAKE BUENA VISTA, Fla., Nov. 28 /PRNewswire/ -- Disney, joined by
Conservation International (CI) and Discovery Networks, recently embarked on
an extraordinary scientific and cultural journey to explore some of the
planet's richest and most biologically diverse regions in the shadow of the
Himalayas. Together, they formed Expedition Everest: Mission Himalayas - a
search for new species and exploration of ancient legends.
To commemorate this expedition, a unique collection of experiences and
artifacts is up for auction online on http://www.DisneyAuctions.com from Nov.
28 to Dec. 8, with proceeds going to the work of Conservation International to
study the world's biodiversity hotspots.
Expedition Everest: Mission Himalayas - The Collection auction items
include a one-of-a-kind trip deep into the jungles of Peru led by Conservation
International staff, behind-the-scenes tours and dinner experiences at Walt
Disney World Resort, and seats to CI's 10th Los Angeles Fundraising Gala and a
photograph with actor and CI board member Harrison Ford, and behind-the-scenes
tours and dinner experiences.
Expedition Everest: Mission Himalayas focused on regions that harbor a
wealth of biological, cultural and spiritual treasures. Findings and results
of the expedition -- including any new species discoveries -- will be shared
with the scientific and conservation community as well as be incorporated into
Expedition Everest, an exciting new adventure attraction coming to Disney's
Animal Kingdom theme park at Walt Disney World Resort in Florida.
One of the auction items will be the opportunity to be among the first to
experience Expedition Everest.
The exploration into the Himalayas furthers the commitment to wildlife
conservation that is a hallmark of Disney's Animal Kingdom and its long-time
relationship with Conservation International. Several significant projects
led by the respected group have been supported through the Disney Wildlife
Conservation Fund (DWCF). Since Disney's Animal Kingdom opened in 1998, the
DWCF has awarded more than $8 million to CI and other non-profit conservation
organizations working around the world to protect areas rich in plant and
animal life at risk of imminent destruction.
Expedition Everest, the attraction, is a high-speed runaway train
adventure that combines coaster-like thrills with the folklore of the yeti.
Guests will depart from a Himalayan village and venture to the snowy heights
of the vast Asian peaks. Yet a run-in with the yeti -- the guardian of the
mountain -- will send travelers on a forward and backward hair-raising escape.
With a peak nearly 200 feet high, Expedition Everest will open officially in
April 2006 in the Asia section of Disney's Animal Kingdom.

Conservation International (CI) applies innovations in science, economics,
policy and community participation to protect the Earth's richest regions of
plant and animal diversity in the biodiversity hotspots, high-biodiversity
wilderness areas and key marine ecosystems. With headquarters in Washington,
D.C., CI works in more than 40 countries on four continents. For more
information about CI, visit http://www.conservation.org . To learn more about
Conservation International's work in the Himalayan region visit
http://www.conservation.org/himalaya .

For more information on items up for auction, or to place a bid, log on to
http://www.DisneyAuctions.com and click on the "Theme-Park Artifacts" button
at the top of the page or type in "Theme-Park Artifacts" in the search box.



<ADDRESS class=text>SOURCE Walt Disney World Resort
Web Site: http://www.DisneyAuctions.com
http://www.conservation.org http://www.conservation.org/himalaya
</ADDRESS><!-- #EndEditable -->

 

[joel_maxwell]

all of that sounds pretty neat but im quite wary of the prices....... i would like to see who throws down that kind of jack for some of those items....... wow

 

[Captain Chaos]

I would shell out a thousand to have my name as part of the storyline for Everest

 

[Magic Maker]

Wow, maybe I should ask for a raise from DIsney so I can take part in the funness

 

[Mr Disney]

I would shell out a thousand to have my name as part of the storyline for Everest

OMG definately! Me 2!

 

[GoofyFreek]

I was eyeing being the first guest on EE. But 1K starting hmmm.... Ill wait and be the 2nd.

 

[pat_naughty05]

That $3,000 vacation package sounded nice. The one that included a tour of EE. If I had the cash, I'd be all over that.

 

[slipknottin]

Has discovery been confirmed as a sponsor of EE?

 

[dr_teeth90210]

Sounds like EE will be fully operational at least by February 3rd from the looks of this auction here...




DISNEY EXPEDITION EVEREST Exclusive Yeti Dinner for 2

...the dinner is scheduled for the evening of Friday, February 3, 2006, after regular park hours...The package for two people includes a buffet dinner, beverage service and entertainment in the park's Anandapur village followed by desserts, beverage service and entertainment at Expedition Everest, with the opportunity to experience the attraction.




link
http://cgi.ebay.com/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&item=6584045583http://forums.wdwmagic.com/newreply.php?do=newreply&noquote=1&p=1352303

 

[joel_maxwell]

Sounds like EE will be fully operational at least by February 3rd from the looks of this auction here...

that is really cool.... glad to see that everything (on the surface) seems to be on schedule for the opening. i wonder how Mr. Yeti is doing in the construction phase?

 

[garyhoov]

I would shell out a thousand to have my name as part of the storyline for Everest

I was going to put in a bid for that one, but I forgot my password.

It'll probably end up going for more than I'd be willing to pay. I guess I've got time to go home, check my saved e-mails and remember what my password is before it closes.

 

[garyhoov]

Figured it out.:king:

 

[GoofyFreek]

More than likely these will all be bought by people that probably have never seen a board like this or even know one exist. And haven't been loyal followers like the majority of us here on these boards.

But if it is one of you YOU BETTER INVITE ME AS YOUR FRIEND.

 

[LSUxStitch]

If it ever got really cold down here, I would sooo be on that Jacket!

 

[garyhoov]

Oh well, I went up to $1500, but someone else is already above that and I don't think I'm going to go much farther than that.

 

[Captain Chaos]

Garyhoov, I saw your bid on the auction... I would bid, but I don't want to spend that money on having my name is something for only 2 years... I want a piece of the ride itself...

 

[garyhoov]

Garyhoov, I saw your bid on the auction

Cool! At least it's working. I'm sure someone out there will go higher than me, but it will be fun for a while.

 

[Brent]

Wow i'll keep an eye on that sneek peak for 4 as of now only $500 I might have to go for it

 

[BwanaBob]

Garyhoov, I saw your bid on the auction... I would bid, but I don't want to spend that money on having my name is something for only 2 years... I want a piece of the ride itself...

IF THAT!!!
Better hope nothing happens!...

Disney intends for the honorary marker to remain an ongoing part of the Expedition Everest attraction for at least two years. However, because the Walt Disney World Resort and Disney's Animal Kingdom are ever-changing, and future business needs cannot be accurately predicted, Disney reserves the right in Disney's sole discretion to remove the honorary marker at any time for any reason. In the event the marker is permanently removed on or prior to the second anniversary of its installation, the winner's only right or remedy shall be to receive a refund of the auction price.

 

[he-guy]

Well, I put in my two cents worth (and then some), I guess MouseSurplus wants this for some reason. Oh well, I don't mind making them have to pay a bit more.