FAQ!

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Getting to the ceremony/reception

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* We will be renting two 15-person shuttles along with a 7-person van for travel to the ceremony and to dinner on Saturday * Seating arrangements for the shuttles/vans will be provided * Please plan to leave as a group from the Main Cabin at 1:00pm on Saturday * Please note we will be in the shuttles/vans for an hour each way * The shuttles will be stocked with waters, drinks & snacks * Pack accordingly as we will not get back to the cabins until about 8:45pm-ish

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Weather

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* The average temperature near the cabins (North Wawona) will be a high of 73 degrees and a low of 45 degrees * The average temperature at the outdoor ceremony (Yosemite Valley) will be a high of 78 degrees and a low of 46 degrees * Statistically, there is an 8% chance of rain. We will take our chances lol * Please dress appropriately for the afternoon outdoor ceremony! Everything else will be indoors :)

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Food over the weekend

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* You are welcome to bring food if you would like, but meals will be provided and it is not required * We are sending a survey regarding sandwich & entree selections * If you have comments/questions on food allergies, this can be addressed on the survey * The optional Sunday morning brunch will be right after the 10:00 am check-out (details still being solidified!); Please note that Sunday brunch will not be covered by the wedding party * Note that Pine Tree Market (walking distance from cabins) is open until 8pm if needed

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What food is being served?

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* Please note that additional details on food options are within the survey we have sent you! * Friday dinner will be Mexican food * Saturday breakfast will be eggs + sausage + toast * Saturday lunch will be sandwiches * The wedding dinner will be the following: * Appetizers - Belgian Endive (Herbed Goat Cheese, Fig Balsamic); Sugarcane Spiked Lamb Loin (Spicy Mango Glaze); Caramelized Sea Scallop and Pancetta * Salad - Roasted Pear Salad (Butter Lettuce, Roasted Pears, Candied Walnuts, Goat Cheese, Port Vinaigrette) * Entree Selection #1: Beef Tenderloin (Mashed Potatoes, Seasonal Vegetables, Port Demi-Glace) * Entree Selection #2: Seared Alaskan Halibut (Roasted Corn Smoked Bacon Polenta, Seasonal Vegetables, Saffron Buerre Blanc, Lemon Oil)

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Alcohol over the weekend

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* We will be providing general beer, wine, and liquor at the main cabin * If you would like something specific, please bring your own * Note that Pine Tree Market (walking distance from cabins) also sells beer/wine/liquor until 8pm * The cocktail hour at the reception will include about 2 drinks per person, after which it will shift to a cash bar

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Where am I staying/sleeping?

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* Please see the CABINS page for cabin assignments, sleeping arrangements, and location details

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Travel to Yosemite

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* Please use Google/Apple Maps to navigate to the cabins, and you will go through the most convenient gate * There is a $35 entry fee for each vehicle (annual senior passes are available for $20) * Carpooling is encouraged!

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Parking

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* There will be plenty of parking at the cabins * If you are staying at a nearby cabin, you can drive and park at the main cabin throughout the weekend * On Saturday, we will all be driving in shuttles/vans to the ceremony and reception as parking in Yosemite Valley is limited

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for the Wedding party

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* Girls & Guys - please bring an extra pair of athletic shoes when we head to Yosemite Valley as we will be hiking to get some awesome photos after the ceremony * Girls - please note that each of you have signed up for wedding makeup which starts 7am on Saturday * Guys - You will be required to get fitted at your nearest Men's Warehouse by 9/09/2/23 (at the VERY latest) * Guys - Suits will arrive at your preferred Men's Warehouse on 9/27/23; Please plan to pick them up that day * Guys - Suits will be collected by Tom on Sunday morning as we are leaving the cabins and will be returned that day to the Mens Warehouse in Modesto

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Can I bring a friend? Do I get a +1?

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* Absolutely not. This is an "Invite Only" event * In the event that you really want to bring someone not on the guest list (see other tab), refer to the above bullet point lol

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Posting photos on social media

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* We encourage guests to post pictures on their social media channels * Please tag each photo with our wedding hashtag #LetsGetHyre so we can keep track of and enjoy all of your pictures! * Ask Tay if you have additional questions

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Unfortunately I cannot attend :(

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* In the unfortunate event that something comes up and you are unable to attend, please call Matt (805-806-5710) or Taylor (925-413-5542) immediately * We will be devastated, but life happens. You will be missed!

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Full guest list

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This is the full guest list (in no particular order) 1. Ashley Tillinghast 2. Kris Canevari 3. Kendall Stevens 4. Liz Searl 5. Carissa Maderos 6. Chris Maderos 7. Caitie Camill 8. Stephanie Borges 9. Dave Borges 10. Carrie Beigarten 11. John Beigarten 12. Brittney Doczy 13. Tommy Doczy 14. Chris Ayral 15. Robert Corey 16. Matthew Menezes 17. Thomas Hicks 18. Katie Beasley 19. Alex Maderos 20. Tyler Holt 21. Michele Tillinghast 22. Scott Tillinghast 23. Diane Hanson (Tutu) 24. Yvonne Maderos (Gma) 25. John Maderos (Papa) 26. Catherine Maderos 27. Mike Maderos 28. Mary Hyre 29. Irene Ford 30. Dave Hyre 31. Holly Crawford 32. Taylor Tillinghast 33. Matt Hyre