FAQs

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What should I bring if I am staying on site?

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Reach out to Hope at 503-752-6571 if you are planning on staying and she will get you all squared away! Plan for a camping trip: sleeping bag or bedding, toiletries, bear spray, layers, bug spray, flashlight/headlamp, clothes. Some towels are available, and the lodge has gym style showers, a kitchen, grills, and electricity.

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What's the dress code?

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Think elevated outdoor! The ceremony is outside, so dress for nature—comfortable shoes, breathable fabrics, and layers for the evening. No need for black tie, but feel free to get fancy in a forest-friendly way. Button up shirts & slacks or nice jeans, sundresses/skirts are great with us!

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What is the food/alcohol plan for the weekend?

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We will provide dinner on Friday night (Grill Night! Burgers, brats, chips, potato salad, drinks, etc) and snacks & dinner at the reception on Saturday night. Other than that, you are on your own! Bring your own snacks & alcohol. There are 2 fridges for use but please be mindful of everyone else. Coolers are great. We will have an open bar for the reception but bring your own alcohol for the other days!

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Is there cell service?

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Yes! The lodge has electricity and cell service, but it is spotty and unreliable in spots.

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How far is the closest town?

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Only 20 minutes! Butte, MT is just on the other side of the mountain pass. It is quiet a large town (for Montana) that has hotels, restaurant's, grocery stores, and hospitals. This is where we recommend you getting a hotel or an airbnb. This is where we will go when we need to get food or camping supplies.

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Are children allowed?

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Yes! We love your little adventurers and they are absolutely welcome at the ceremony and throughout the weekend, but please reach out to Hope or Nate beforehand. For families, we recommend camping or booking a nearby hotel, as the lodge has shared bunk-style rooms without private spaces. Please just be aware that there will be some loud, drunk and crazy people sometimes throughout the weekend. We are young and dumb!

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Is there an open bar?

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Yes! The lodge allows us to bring our own alcohol for the weekend, but during the wedding reception, we’ll have a licensed bartender and an open bar. For safety and licensing reasons, any personal alcohol must be put away during the reception and can be brought back out when the bar closes.

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What is the weather like in July?

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Montana summers are usually warm during the day (70s–90s°F) and cool at night (30s–50s°F). Be sure to bring layers, especially for evenings outdoors. We will be at high elevation so the weather will be different up there compared to town.

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Is transporation available?

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We recommend carpooling or renting a car, especially if you’re flying in. The lodge is remote and down a dirt road. The road is well maintained and does not require a large or high clearance vehicle. There are not rideshare options like Uber/Lyft nearby. Reach out to Hope if you are having difficulty finding a ride!

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Are there bathrooms/showers available?

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Yes! The lodge has bathrooms and showers for guest use. It is gym style so multiple showers with curtains. If you're camping, you'll still have access to these facilities.

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What should I do in my free time?

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The lodge is surrounded by hiking trails, off-road paths, and beautiful views—perfect for exploring! We'll have casual hangs, games, and chill time built into the weekend too. Treat this as a weekend getaway for yourself and do what you want to do! Besides the ceremony and reception on Saturday afternoon, the weekend is yours to relax! Butte is also a cool town to explore.

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What is the venue/lodge information?

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Please check out their website for more information: https://www.homestakelodge.com/ Address: 530 Upper Rader Creek Rd MT, 59759 Directions: If you are coming from Bozeman, Get on I-90 W Follow I-90 W to Homestake Pass. Take exit 233. Take a right at the stop sign. Take a left towards Homestake Lodge. There will be signs to direct you! Google Maps will also take you right there.

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What do I need to pay for?

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Not much! If you are interested in staying over at the lodge, please reach out to Hope at 503-752-6571. The bunk style rooms are free but tent camping is $15/night. Campers are $25/night. You will have to provide your own food and alcohol (minus Friday night BBQ dinner and the wedding reception will have an open bar and snacks throughout the day and dinner). Wedding gifts are accepted and appreciated but not required. We have a registry in the registry section of the website. Items on the registry are just for ideas! There are much cheaper options on Amazon or other websites for the items we have on our list. We do not own a home or have a baby yet so keep that in mind! Cash, checks or venmo are accepted as well but your enjoyment is enough for us!