Welcome to Experience Portage County 2026
September 1, 2026 @ 12:01am - September 30, 2026 @ 6:00pm EDT
We put this auction together because Portage County has some genuinely great local businesses and people willing to open doors most folks never get to walk through. This year that means a private plane ride, boat rides on Berlin Lake, a night in a historic home next to Bell Tower Brewing, a private hike through the newest park, and a wine getaway in Mantua. A few local businesses have also donated gift baskets you'll find in the mix.
All of it goes to support the Portage Foundation.
Why Bid?
The Portage Foundation has been making grants and awarding scholarships in this county since 1997 — to schools, nonprofits, and community projects that need it. This auction is one of the ways we raise the money to keep doing that. When you bid, that money goes right back into Portage County.
How It Works
- Browse the packages below.
- Bid anytime between September 1 and noon on September 30.
- Highest bidder wins.
This Year's Packages
- Take Flight Over Portage County — a private plane ride for up to three
- Explore Berlin Lake by Pontoon — a private cruise and lunch
- Cruise Through History — a ride on a classic 1964 Chris-Craft
- Bell Tower Brewing Tour & Overnight Stay — a night in Kent
- Sip, Savor & Stay — a wine getaway in Mantua
- Explore Kame Esker Bog: A Private Naturalist Hike & Celebration
- A collection of gift baskets and items to bid on
Take a look through what's up for bid, and thank you for supporting Portage County!
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$180 - 2 bids
