FAQs
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Will there be a remote option?
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Yes! We totally understand that this is a big and expensive trip for many people. We're happy to have you join us in celebration near and far. We plan to have some sort of virtual, livestream type option, so that even if you can't be with us in-person, you can watch the ceremony. We'll also try and find some time to hop on and say hi to all our remote guests. More details to come.
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Are kids invited?
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This is a family-friendly celebration, and we leave this up to your discretion and good judgement. If you do decide to bring your children, please ensure that they are supervised at all times. Additional childcare will not be provided.
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How can I help?
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Thank you so much for asking! This is going to be a very DIY wedding, where many hands will make light work and hopefully lead to new connections. We'll have a volunteer sign up sheet available in a few months.
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What should I wear?
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Dress for semi-formal, festive summertime vibes. Early July in Hood River should be lovely and dry with highs up to 90° F and lows down to 60° F.
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How will the shuttle work?
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Starting at 3pm on July 4th, the day of the wedding, we will have a free shuttle running from White Salmon, WA to the Hood River waterfront area to the venue. And, starting at 3:30pm we will also have a free shuttle running from the west side of Hood River, where the West Cliff Lodge and Columbia Gorge Hotel & Spa are located, to downtown Hood River to the venue. We hope to have all guests at the venue by 4:30pm, and will wait to start the ceremony until all shuttles have arrived. The shuttles will run return trips from 9pm to 11pm. If you drive yourself and are unable to safely drive back to your lodgings, you can leave your car in the venue parking lot overnight and take the shuttle. Exact shuttle stop times and locations to come.
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Can I just drive myself?
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Yes, you are welcome to drive yourself. However, there's approximately 35 parking spots for over 100 guests, so please consider carpooling with as many other guests as possible. If you are unsure who you can carpool with, please reach out to Sachi or Brendan for help coordinating. Also, the road up to the venue is single-lane for wide vehicles. Please use caution, and do not park along side the road or block vendors' vehicles. If you drive yourself and are unable to safely drive back to your lodgings, you can leave your car in the venue parking lot overnight and take the shuttle.