FAQs

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How do I get to the wedding on Sunday?

Answer

There is limited parking at Straus Home Ranch by permission only. We have arranged for shuttles to take you to and from your prospective lodging - please see the Shuttle Information page for exact details on your pickup time.

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What will the weather be like?

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Tomales Bay is a temperate coastal climate but can be a bit unpredictable during the summer. During the day, be prepared for (hopefully!) sunny and 70 degrees, with layers that allow for cloudy and windy and 50 degrees at night. We'll provide blankets and heaters, but good to pack a cozy sweater (and/or wool jacket!) for the evening.

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Is the wedding indoors or outdoors?

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Both the welcome and reception dinners will be outdoors, along with the ceremony. Dessert and dancing will be indoors in the barn during the reception. Please be prepared for cool and/or windy weather.

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What should I wear?

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Please see our Schedule page for more information on dress codes. Festive, but not-too-formal, attire encouraged! Please note that on Sunday there is a short uphill walk through a pasture to the ceremony site, so please be thoughtful about your footwear.

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Is it ok to take pictures with our phones during the wedding?

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We are aiming for an unplugged wedding and ask that you kindly refrain from taking pictures on your phone to be more present with friends and family during both our ceremony and reception. We are excited to share photos from the photographer once we receive them, and there will be a photo booth! Additionally, phone service is virtually non-existent at Straus Home Ranch, so please plan accordingly.

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Are children and/or pets allowed?

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We love your kiddos (a lot!) but we intend for our wedding celebration to be for grown-ups only. If this would prevent you from attending, please reach out and we can chat. Pablo may make a cameo appearance, but no pets otherwise, please.

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Can I bring a date?

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Please reference your invitation for invitee details. All +1's will be explicitly listed.

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I have a last minute question - who do I contact?

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Please contact our wedding planner, Katy Oursler, at 831.818.7753