FAQs

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Can I take pictures during the ceremony?

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This is an unplugged ceremony! We have paid to have 2 photographers to capture every moment possible during our ceremony! So please put that phone away and be present in the moment! We want our photographers to be able to capture everyone in the moment without a phone blocking the view!

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What is the ceremony site like?

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It's outdoors with grassy terrain, bench seating, and the beautiful mountain views of Rocky Mountain National Park! Again for the gals, I suggest flats or a short chunky heel. There is a portable bathroom at the ceremony site; public restrooms are available at the Administration building near the entrance of the property. We will provide a map for directions to the site.

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What is parking like around The Barrel?

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We can provide a map if needed! There is an Estes Park Parking app that you can download for up-to-date information. There is a free all day parking lot on the South side of The Barrel: Davis Parking Lot. For additional parking, the West Parking Lot, which is just North of The Barrel and is free with no time limit. There is free parking along Moraine Avenue and there is no time limit. There is a large free parking garage on the East side of Downtown; a 10 – 15 minute walk.

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How to prepare for Colorado?

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-Drink lots of water before flying and while in Colorado -Altitude sickness can happen anywhere from 8-96 hours after arrival above 8,000 feet -Arrive in Colorado at least 24 hours prior to ensure you have 8-12 hours to acclimate before ascending to higher elevations -Take it slow the first 48 hours to get used to the elevation -Avoid alcohol (LOL) -Limit caffeine -Get plenty of sleep! -Have tylenol/motrin for headaches and dramamine (non-drowsy) for nausea -Pack clothes for all weather possibilities as Colorado weather can be very unpredictable! -Recommend layering your clothing to adjust to the unpredictable weather -Colorado is known for its afternoon thunderstorms as well! -Don't forget sunscreen!

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What is the elevation in the areas of Colorado we will be around?

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-Longmont- about 5,000 feet -Fort Collins- about 5,000 feet -Denver: about 5,000 feet -Boulder: about 5,000 feet -Loveland: about 5,000 feet -Aurora- about 5,500 feet -Estes Park: about 7,500 feet

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What areas are close to Estes Park, Colorado?

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-Longmont: about an hour drive -Boulder: about an hour drive -Loveland: about an hour drive -Fort Collins: about 1 hour and 15 minute minute drive -Denver: about a 1.5 hour drive -Aurora: about a 1.5 hour drive

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What's the weather like around the time we will be there?

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-Estes Park: high average 69°F and low average 41°F -Longmont: high average 79°F and low average 44°F -Boulder: high average 79°F and low average 49°F -Loveland: high average 78°F and low average 46°F -Fort Collins: high average 76°F and low average 47°F -Denver: high average 82°F and low average 50°F -Boulder: high average 79°F and low average 49°F -Aurora: high average 78°F and low average 48°F Best part of it all is NO humidity!!!