Ellie Braly
Wylie Hardee
Ellie Braly
Wylie Hardee
August 22, 2026
How I Met Ellie
“In late 2020 I had decided to fly to Kansas so I may visit a close friend of mine. Me and her had talked a few times on a common game that we all spent time on. The first time I got to meet her face to face was easily very special to me and I knew it wasn’t going to be the last time that we crossed paths.” - Wylie
How I Met Wylie
"We met through a mutual friend (Brian) in college. On his first visit out to K-state, we instantly clicked. We developed a close friendship over the past 4 years through phone calls, video games, and sharing details about daily life. A year after I moved to Washington we realized we always had more than just a friendship. We couldn't let our love for each other go and decided to take a leap of faith. The rest is history :)" - Ellie
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Travel
Flight
Seattle Tacoma International Airport
Please fly direct to SeaTac if you are not located in WA. SeaTac is a 2 hour drive from Lynden. Bellingham Airport is also an option for a shorter distance, but the price difference will be noticeable. Vancouver BC Canada and Abbostford BC Canada airports are options for those who are international travelers. For my driving peeps, let us know when you are making this trip so we can keep in touch!
Rental Car
Avis Car Rental
I highly recommend getting a rental car. Lynden is a small country town and there are no Ubers available. Use the discount code J157617 to get up to 10% off on a rental car from Avis! The discount code is eligible until August 2026 so please book in advance! Other websites for discounts book through budget.com
Train
Bus, Light Rail, & Amtrak
If a rental car is not in your best interests when traveling to and from Seatac scheduling with one of the shuttle buses, Light rail, and Amtrak services will be your next option. Shuttle buses: run from SeaTac airport to Bellingham airport. Light Rail & Amtrak: runs from Seatac to Bellingham. Use light rail first and then after a short walk hop on the Amtrak up to Bellingham.
Travel Note
Arranging your stay
There is a variety of hotels to choose from in the area. We will have a hotel room block at Cobblestone Hotel & Suites Lynden and La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Bellingham, for those who are interested.
Hotel
Cobblestone Hotel & Suites - Lynden
5.2 miles away. Please call the hotel and mention you are a guest of Ellie/Wylie Hardee’s Wedding to get the discounted room block rates set up for guests! Rates start at $176 a night.
Hotel
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Bellingham
6.8 miles. A special discounted rate of $145.00/night for single-bedded rooms when booking with our room block. Discount code for block: CGBRHW
Wedding Party
Ellie Braly
Bride
Wylie Hardee
Groom
Linda Braly
Mother of the Bride
Damon Braly
Father of the Bride
Cindy Hardee
Mother of the Groom
Danny Hardee
Father of the Groom
Brian Young
Officiant
Leah Russell
Maid of Honor
Stella Braly
Bridesmaid
Caitlin Plaisance
Bridesmaid
Chase Walls
Groomsman
Andrew Candelaria
Groomsman
Dyllon Hagan
Groomsman
Registry
Things To Do
Nami Asian Bistro
It's a really cute place that a wife and husband own. It isn't super busy, but the food is amazing and has a cozy atmosphere inside. Order tea with your meal because it complements it so well! I highly recommend this place for sushi.
Drayton Harbor Oyster Company
Fresh local oysters by the bay!
Woods Coffee
A must-have while visiting Washington. Some of the best coffee is only available in the Bellingham, Lynden, and Blaine regions. Locals even come up north just to get a delicious cup of coffee!
Redlight Kitchen & Bar
A full-service bar and kitchen, and have been serving up delicious food and craft cocktails in Bellingham for 13+ years
Lynden Bob's Burgers & Brew
Rustlers Front Street Grill
Chuckanut Drive
For our travelers arriving at SeaTac wanting a scenic detour, Chuckanut Dr. is perfect. Some maps will allow you to enter the Chuckanut Dr. detour, and other times it will not. Here are some instructions to help you find the exit to Chuckanut Dr. SeaTac --> Get on I-5 in Tukwila from International Blvd/Pacific Hwy S and WA-518 E --> Follow I-5 N to WA-11 N Burlington. Take exit 231 from I-5 N --> Drive to WA-11 N/Chuckanut Dr. Chuckanut --> Get on I-5 from Colony Rd
Semiahmoo Spit
Easy paved trail with scenic water views next to Semiahmoo Resort. Great for a family bike ride with young children or for bird watching. Venture to the other side of the spit for a beach walk. Take I-5 exit 270 and follow the signs to Semiahmoo Resort (about 9 miles).
Clayton Beach
Parking: Park at Lost Lake parking lot. Trailhead: Start at the Lost Lake Trailhead on Chuckanut Drive (Highway 11). The trailhead will be marked by two logs across the street from the parking lot. Trail Conditions: The trail descends through trees, crosses active railroad tracks, and involves some rock navigation to reach the beach. A scenic, rocky cove known for stunning views of Samish Bay and the San Juan Islands, tidepools teeming with marine life, and sandstone formations. The Hike is surrounded by ferns and pine trees.
Artist Point
From Bellingham follow the Mount Baker Highway (SR 542) to the very end (55 miles). The trailhead to Artist Point is at the last parking area on the Mt. Baker Highway. Upon arrival at Heather Meadows, continue to drive around Picture Lake (one-way) and past the ski lifts. The large parking area is on the right at the end of the road. The trail begins left of the bathroom facilities.
Nooksack Falls
From the town of Glacier, head east on Highway 542 for 7.4 miles, then turn right onto Forest Road 33 for 0.6 mile before parking and finding the trail on the right side of the road.
Whatcom Falls
Whatcom Falls Park is located at 1401 Electric Avenue in the Whatcom Falls Neighborhood. There are two entrances to Whatcom Falls Park. To access the sports field and upper playground, use the entrance at 1401 Electric Ave. To access the picnic shelters, fish hatchery, lower playground, creek bridge and derby pond, use the entrance on Silver Beach Road off Lakeway Drive.
Lake Padden
Experience the sights and sounds of nature while hiking through an established urban forest. Meander along the lakeside trail and take in the local wildlife. A boat launch is available at the east entrance of the park for those wishing to explore the park from the water.