3 Raffle Baskets, 3 Chances to Win: Fish Fun(d) 2025 Raffle Preview

The countdown is on for the 2025 Fish Fun(d) — and this year’s raffle is BIG, BAD BASS, and packed with prizes you’ll actually want to win. Your event ticket automatically gets you one free entry into the raffle, but if you’ve got your eye on a particular basket, you can buy extra tickets at the party to boost your odds.

You must be present to win, so make sure you’re there Thursday, August 14 from 5:30–8 PM at Farm Fresh RI.

Here’s what’s up for grabs:

GO FRESH — Local Flavor at Its Finest

For the true Rhode Island foodie, this basket overflows with restaurant gift cards, gourmet treats, and homegrown greenery.

  • Gift cards to Wright’s Dairy Farm, Stock, White Owl, India Restaurant, Not Just Snacks, Mai Thai Cuisine, Jack’s Pizza Pub, Napolitano, Tavolo

  • Mugs from Queen of Hearts/Modern Love

  • Native plants from Jacavone Garden Center

  • Gift card from Jordan’s Jungle
    …and more delicious surprises!

Value: $350

GO FISH — Nautical, Nice, and Totally Unique

Celebrate the Woonasquatucket’s fishy friends with a mix of art, jewelry, books, and one-of-a-kind treasures.

  • Gift card to Fearless Fish

  • Solid sterling silver earrings & gold-plated bracelet from Different Drummer

  • Puzzle game from Henry Bear’s Park

  • Gift card & fish throw pillow from Frog & Toad

  • Fishy hair clip from White Buffalo

  • Hand-carved fish sculpture from Peaceable Kingdom

  • Mug + gift card from Rhody Craft

  • Gift cards from Green River Silver and Kreatelier

  • Fish maraca on a stick from Pretty Snake

  • Books from Books on the Square
    …and more fin-tastic finds!

Value: $600

GO FUN — Adventure Awaits

If your perfect day involves being outside, this is the prize for you.

  • Aquaglide Chinook 100 Inflatable Kayak Adventure Kit — includes two-person kayak, 12v pump, two paddles, and two PFDs

  • REI Cool Track Pack cooler and Quickdry towel

  • Passes to Rockspot Climbing

  • T-shirt from World Store

  • Kayak experience voucher from Kayak Centre

  • Gift from Rail Explorers U.S.A

  • Adventure goodie bag from L.L. Bean including a Fly-Casting Course for two

  • Books from Books on the Square
    …and more gear to get you moving!

Value: $1,500

The Rest of the Party

The raffle is just one reason to get yourself to Fish Fun(d) 2025. This annual fundraiser brings together live music, great food, local drinks, and the WRWC community — all to support the Woonasquatucket River and Greenway. Enjoy:

  • Live music from The Moonbellies, DJ Thirsty, and The Extraordinary Rendition Band

  • Delicious local food from Harvest Kitchen

  • Drinks from New Harvest Coffee & Spirits

  • A watershed-themed costume contest with a $250 cash prize, thanks to Enviroclean Restore

  • A pre-party Greenway bike tour led by WRWC’s Red Shed team

Proceeds directly support our work to restore and protect the Woonasquatucket River, improve water quality, expand access to green space, and empower communities through environmental education.

Tickets are going fast — get yours now and get ready to Go Fish, Go Fresh, or Go Fun.

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