FAQs

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Do you have a room block for the wedding?

Answer

Yes! We have room blocks at the Residence Inn by Marriott as well as the Great Northern Hotel. Guests will need to call the hotel(s) and reference the Ward/Walker wedding for the room block. Both hotel are located in downtown Helena, about 30 to 45 minutes from the venue. Please visit our travel page for additional details.

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Will transportation be provided from the hotel to the venue?

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Yes! Shuttle buses will transport guests to and from the welcome party and wedding ceremony. Departure will be from the Great Northern Hotel. Transportation will NOT be provided from the Residence Inn. Please note you do not need to have a reservation at the Great Northern to take the shuttle. For the welcome party, the shuttle will depart from the Great Northern at 4 p.m., sharp. We ask that guests arrive at 3:45 p.m. The shuttle will transport guests back to the Great Northern at 9 p.m. For the wedding ceremony, the shuttles will arrive at the Great Northern at 2:40 p.m. and depart at 3:00 p.m. After the reception, buses will transport guests back to the Great Northern Hotel starting at 9:30 MT or upon request.

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When should I RSVP by?

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Please RSVP to the wedding by August 1, 2024.

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I have a food allergy, can I make a special request?

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Yes! Please text the bride or groom if you have any allergies or diet restrictions.

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Can I bring a date?

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Your RSVP will specify whether we've included a date for you. If your invite and RSVP is addressed solely to yourself, we ask that you celebrate us without a date!

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Is there a dress code?

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For the welcome party, the dress code is casual. Please wear semi-formal attire to the wedding ceremony and/or reception.

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Can I wear western attire?

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While there is no theme or requirement to wear 'western' clothing, we understand some of our guests are excited to visit Montana and embrace their western style! Please feel free to wear western gear to either the welcome party or reception. If cowboy boots and hats are not your thing, we ask that you follow the dress code.

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Can I park at the ranch and/or leave my car over night?

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Yes! Parking is available on the ranch for the welcome party, the wedding ceremony, and the reception. Please make sure to park in the designated area near the barn. Do not park on the side of the barn as that space is reserved for vendors ONLY. You may leave your car at the ranch overnight if you wish. Cars will need to be moved by 12 p.m. on Sunday, September 8. All vehicles must drive and park on the dirt road only, including by the cabins and the barn. There is a high fire risk for cars and trucks parked on the grass. If you do not wish to drive yourself, please note that we will be providing transportation to and from Summer Star Ranch on both Friday, September 6 and Saturday, September 7.

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I am planning to drive myself. How do I get to the ranch?

Answer

When driving to the ranch, please do not follow navigation all the way to the ranch as it will often bring you in a difficult back way. Please navigate to the York Bar. At the York Bar make a left onto Nelson Road. Take Nelson Road for 5.2 miles and you will see the ranch sign on your left. Follow that road through to the ranch gates. Please note there is a strict 10 mph speed limit on the ranch due to horses and sheep on the ranch property. Please make sure you are following the speed limit should you drive yourself.