Save the date, April, 12, 2025, for the 18th Annual Oyster Roast Dinner. Indulge on oysters, clams, dinner, full bar including Chatham wine, and dessert while enjoying a VES Land Trust held conservation easement. Proceeds benefit the Virginia Eastern Shore Land Trust and its land preservation mission on the Eastern Shore.
Tickets
Tickets are $150. Your ticket includes oysters, clams, dinner, drinks, and dessert. Because the Oyster Roast is held at a private property, we cap attendance at 250 to reduce the impact on the land and ensure everyone has a great time. This event always sells out. Please reserve your tickets early.
Sponsorships
We welcome sponsorships from individuals, families, or businesses. Contact VES Land Trust at (757) 442-5885 to ask about sponsorship opportunities.
$5,000 - 8 event tickets, 8 raffle tickets, 2 - VESLT polar fleece vests, reserved table at the event, “Benefactor” recognition on banner, website, and annual report
$3,000 - 8 event tickets, 8 raffle tickets, 2 - VESLT Yeti mugs, “Conservator” recognition on banner, website, and annual report
$2,000 - 6 event tickets, 6 raffle tickets, “Steward” recognition on banner, website, and annual report
$1,200 - 4 event tickets, 4 raffle tickets, and “Protector” recognition on event banner and annual report
$600 - 2 event tickets, 2 raffle tickets, and “Friend” recognition in annual report
Thank you to our sponsors
Steward
Ms. Jane Batten
Auction and Raffle
Bid on one of a kind auction items from local businesses and artisans. A list of past silent auction items is available here .
Enter to win an original carving by Grayson Chesser. The winner will be drawn at the Oyster Roast Dinner on April 12, 2025. You do not have to be present to win.
Grayson Chesser
“From the time I was twelve years old, I wanted to be a carver and a hunting guide.”
Read “Taking Care of the Land,” to learn more about Grayson and his property, Holden Creek Farm