Benefit For Nature

Sun., July 19, 1998

By Rich Landers richl@spokesman.com (509) 459-5508

The Nature Conservancy

A classy evening to raise money for Idaho’s native plants and wildlife is planned by the North Idaho group of The Nature Conservancy.

The dinner, program and auction is set for Aug. 4, beginning at 6 p.m. at the Hayden Lake Country Club.

The Nature Conservancy is an international non-profit organization that specializes in preserving the lands and waters that native plant communities require for survival.

Dinner packages for the fund-raising event begin at $60. Reservations must be made by Thursday. Info: (208) 762-1307.

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