IDEA WILD hosted its 23rd annual Nature Goes Wild benefit at Nature’s Own, bringing together 80 conservation supporters to fund fieldwork protecting endangered species and ecosystems worldwide. Guests sipped on local libations provided by Wilbur’s Total Beverage, enjoyed a catered meal from the Rio Grande Mexican Restaurant and bid on 33 conservation projects spanning 26 countries—each represented by body-painted performers depicting a tiger, pangolin and stellar moth. Approximately $80,000 was raised for wildlife conservation, furthering projects that protect animals and their natural habitats.
Photos by Annette Penny.
