Chelsea and Corey met at The Pour House Music Hall in February 2017 where the band Dr. Bacon was playing. After a few drinks and impressive dance moves, the two sat down to take a break when Corey promptly poured his beer all over Chelsea. Whether it was an accident or not, we'll never know, but it was a reason for Chelsea to agree to go on a date with Corey so he could try to make it up to her. It must have worked because over the course of 3 years, the two have built their relationship on their mutual love for music, dancing, and sense of adventure.

After the couple's return from thru-hiking the Appalachian Trial, they spent some time in Beaufort, NC. In November 2020, Corey suggested they take the dogs for a walk along the waterfront. They stopped at a public dock to sit and enjoy the warm weather. Corey asked Chelsea what she wanted to do next, to which she replied "Take a nap." Corey responded by pulling out the ring and asked "Do you want to get married instead?" Of course, she said "Yes!"