FAQs

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When should I RSVP by?

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April 1st, 2021 We may call for an update beforehand as we reserve dining/catering.

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Are kids welcome?

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Sorry but no.

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What Should You Bring vs. What We Will Provide:

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Bring: • Comfy but Cute Hiking Clothes • Camping Chair /or Picnic Blanket for the Hike • Any snacks or food needed between the Family/Friends Dinner and Wedding Day Picnic • Your enthusiasm! Will be Provided: • Friends/ Family Dinner • Backpack with Picnic Lunch • Commemorative Button *if you need anything else please reach out! (especially if you don't have a chair/blanket you can use)

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What time should I arrive at the ceremony?

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Plan to arrive and be parked at the Max Patch trail entrance by 10:00am in preparation for a short hike before the midday sun.

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Where do I park for the ceremony?

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From Romantic Asheville Site: Since Max Patch is deep in Pisgah National Forest, don't rely on your GPS. There are many unpaved roads in the area that are not signed. These unpaved roads can be bumpy, so not recommended for low clearance cars. Follow one of these three routes. Allow about 1 hour 15 minutes to drive from Asheville (45 miles). Directions via I-40 from Asheville: Take I-40 West about 40 miles to exit 7 (Harmon's Den). Take a right on Cold Springs Road, and the road almost immediately becomes gravel. This usually well-graded road climbs steadily but never steeply 6.2 miles to SR-1182 (Max Patch Road). 4WD recommended in winter and wet weather. Turn left and drive 1.5 miles to the Max Patch parking area on the right. Allow an hour to drive. More Information to come.

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Are there any other events that I should know about around the wedding?

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We ask that everyone try to make the Family & Friends dinner on Saturday. It will be fun for everyone to meet before the next days hike/picnic.

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Any dress requirements for the wedding day?

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Be comfortable but consider wearing something cute too. There will be pictures! If you want color direction: This is a summery wedding. think pastel. that would really complement the scenery. particularly purple/lavender/amethyst and green/forest/moldavite

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I have a food allergy, can I make a special request?

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Please let us know about your food allergies in advance. It will help in planning our picnic foods.

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Do you have any hotel recommendations?

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We will be able to give more recommendations in the next couple of weeks. Thank you for your patience.

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Where can I get more info on the hiking location?

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https://www.romanticasheville.com/max-patch or Phone the Pisgah Forest Ranger station M-F at 828-689-9694.

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Wedding Hack

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This being a unique wedding, it is not all on one site. The best way to save money and make friends on this trip is a carpool! Feel free to ask is who you would best be paired with and we can set-up those communications 😁.