Consignor Handbook
Step by Step Instructions for Each Stage of Consignment
Detailed Instructions for Registered Consignors
Welcome! You just joined a community of people who believe that quality tools, gear, and outdoor equipment deserve a second life.
Once your consignor account is active – here’s a quick timeline of what’s next:
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Enter your items through your consignor portal (opens now through July 18)
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Drop off your items at the Schaghticoke Fairgrounds: TBD
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Shop the Consignor Pre-Sale on TBD — before doors open to the public
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Retreive any unsold items: Sunday, TBD from 4–7 PM
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Receive any earned commissions: mailed week of August 10–14
STAGE 1: Registration
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Register as a consignor.
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Pay the $6 online registration fee through PayPal (also accepts credit cards and Venmo)
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Our consignor portal is managed through MySalesMangager.Net
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Once your registration has been confirmed (you will receive an email confirmation), continue to the next STAGE.
How to Prepare:
Not sure if your item is a good fit? Browse the full category list, or reach out and ask us via our Contact Page.
Before you sit down to enter your items in the portal, take 10 minutes to gather everything you’ll need. It makes the whole process a lot faster — and you’ll avoid having to stop and hunt things down mid-entry.
For each item, you’ll need:
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A photo — clear, well-lit, on a clean background (no people or identifying info on these photos as they may be used to promote the event and sale items on social media.
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A title — brand, model, and a brief descriptor (e.g. “DEWALT 20V Cordless Drill with Battery”)
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A description — condition, any wear, what’s included, relevant specs
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Your asking price — in $1 increments, minimum $5
You’ll also make three quick decisions per item:
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“Fire Sale” discount? — Check this box if you’d like your item marked down 20% on Sunday, the final day of the sale, to help it move.
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Donate if unsold? — If a Consignor selects “donate” during registration, any unsold items will be transferred to Bonfire Consign Co., LLC at the close of the Event, who may dispose of, donate, or sell those items at its sole discretion..
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Needs pickup? — If you can’t transport the item yourself (large furniture, equipment, etc.), we offer a paid pickup service. Note this during registration and we’ll be in touch with pricing.
There’s no limit to how many items you can enter, so feel free to go through every room, garage bay, and shed.
For Registered Consignors
STAGE 2: Choosing and Preparing Items to Consign
We DO NOT Accept:
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Items that are broken, incomplete, or in poor condition
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Hazardous materials (old fuel, solvents, propane tanks, etc.)
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Weapons of any kind
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Electronics
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Appliances
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Items priced under $5
Condition Requirements:
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All items must be in very good or excellent condition
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Items must be complete — all parts, attachments, and accessories included
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Items must be fully functional as described. If it’s broken, fix it before listing.
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Minimum price: $5 • Prices entered in $1 increments
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Only consign items you’d feel confident buying yourself
We Accept:
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Power & hand tools (drills, saws, levels, wrenches, etc.)
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Lawn & garden equipment (mowers, trimmers, blowers, spreaders)
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Deck & patio items (furniture, grills, outdoor heaters)
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Sporting goods (bikes, kayaks, paddleboards, camping gear, golf)
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Contractor surplus (lumber, pipe, tile, fasteners, hardware)
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Outdoor & garage equipment
STAGE 3 - Working with the Consignor Portal (adding items)
Step by Step Instructions with Screenshots are coming soon.
STAGE 4: Prepare & Drop off Your Items
After your items are approved, you will receive an email with your assigned drop-off window.
Drop-off dates:
TBD 3:00pm–7:00pm
TBD, 8:00am–7:00pm
Optional Pickup Service
If you would like a pickup quote for your item, please indicate that during registration. We will provide pickup pricing and your pickup day/time. Pickup fees are due at the time of pickup.
Pre-Sale
Consignors receive access to pre-sale shopping, with earlier entry times available for consignors who volunteer.
STAGE 5 - Post-Sale – Get Paid
Post-Sale
If not marked as "donate", items not sold during the sale must be picked up on Sunday TBD from 4:00-7:00pm.
Sales reports and payment for goods sold will be sent the week of TBD.
Details / Fine Print
Bonfire Consign Co. acts solely as a facilitator, handling sales and marketing, while the consignor retains ownership and responsibility for the items.
Ownership & Liability: All items remain the property of the consignor until sold. Any loss, damage or issues with consigned items remain the responsibility of the consignor. Consignor’s information will be provided to buyer if there is a significant and obvious issue.
Role of Bonfire Consign Co.: The role of Bonfire Consign Co. is limited to display, promotion and sale of the items. Bonfire Consign Co. does not purchase any inventory and does not guarantee sales or item conditions.
Role of Consignors: A Consignor’s role includes verifying the items are in very good or excelled condition and in full working order as described. Consignors retain ownership of the items until purchased. Any loss, damage or issues remains their responsibility. If obvious issues arise from their items, they will be banned from future sales, and will be responsible for dispute resolution with the buyer.
Commission Rate / Fees:
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Items sold at $500.00 or under: Consignor receives 65%; Agent receives 35%.
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Items sold between $501.00 - 1,500.00: Consignor receives 70%; Agent receives 30%.
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Items sold at $1,501.00 or over: Consignor receives 75%; Agent receives 25%.
Unsold Items: Unsold items that are not designated for donation must be picked up at the fairgrounds during the posted pickup window: Sunday, TBD · 4:00 PM–7:00 PM
Pickup/Delivery: If delivery or pickup arrangements are needed, they must be made before the sale. Any items left after the designated pickup deadline may be donated.
Consignor Timeline
Portal Opens
TBD
Portal Closes
TBD at 11:00 PM
Drop-Off Dates
TBD 3:00pm–7:00pm
TBD · 8:00am–7:00pm
* If pickup service is requested, we will notify you of your time slot between TBD and TBD.
Consignor Pre-Sale Access
All consignors · TBD at 2:00 PM
Unsold Item Pickup
Sunday, TBD · 4:00pm–7:00pm *special arrangements must be made before the start of the sale if you cannot pick up your unsold items during this window.
Checks Mailed/Emailed
Week of TBD
FAQs
There is a $6 registration fee per consignor. This helps offset event expenses prior to the sale.
If your item sells, there is a commission fee based on the sold price of the item: 35% for items ≤$500; 30% for items $501-$1500; 25% for items ≥$1501. Any unsold items at the end of the sale can be donated or picked up by you. There are no fees for unsold items.
No. You may consign unlimited items as long as they meet Bonfire’s quality standards.
The minimum item value is $5, and prices must be entered in $1 increments.
We accept tools, contractor surplus, lawn and garden equipment, deck and patio items, sporting goods, bikes, outdoor gear, and other approved categories in very good or excellent condition. You can view a complete list of categories on our event page. Please only consign items that are in great condition and that you would consider purchasing yourself.
To maintain the integrity of the sale - all items must be clean, complete, and in very good or excellent condition, and in full working order. Please fix or repair any items before listing. Bonfire Consign Co. reserves the right to refuse any items that don't meet our sale standards.
You can enter your item under Miscellaneous or contact us to suggest a category or subcategory.
Unsold items must be picked up during the posted pickup window unless other arrangements have been made in advance. When you register an item, you have the option to discount your item(s) on the final day of the consignment event to help the item sell before the event ends. You have can also choose to donate the item if it doesn't sell by checking the Donate box when registering the item. We have partnered with select non-profits to make sure the item can still be used if possible.
Items left after the pickup deadline may be donated unless prior arrangements have been made before the end of the consignment event.