Wedding Day

Sun Peaks Grand Terrace

Ceremony

Masa's Restaurant

Cocktail Hour

Dinner & Dance

Summer

Our Wedding

Adele met Andrew in Elko, Nevada on May 22nd 2020 at a brunch with mutual friends, who introduced them. Adele brought the bacon and Andrew brought the orange juice. They couldn't keep their eyes off one another from across the apartment, and Adele remembers feeling embarrassed eating french toast in front of him. He eventually got her phone number from a friend and their first date was a hike in the mountains where Adele remembered feeling "physically tested", followed by hammocking near a creek where they got to know one another further and began falling for each other. Later that summer a few months after dating, Andrew's lease was up for renewal at his apartment, prompting him to ask to move in with his new girlfriend...to which she was surprised...but she agreed. Hooray! Over the next three years, they enjoyed numerous trips together across the Western U.S. to Utah, Arizona, Idaho, and Oregon. They share their hobbies of camping, mountain biking, and hunting together.

Our Story

May 26th, 2023 Andrew and Adele were on their second camping trip of the year in the remote San Rafael Swell in central Utah when they discovered a beautiful campsite on the edge of a canyon. Andrew decided this would be the spot, but hadn't decided exactly when he would propose. The afternoon went by quickly, and Adele wanted to head to bed before the sunset...so that ruled out sunset. Sunrise came at 6am and while Andrew got out to take a picture hoping Adele would come with too, it was still too early for sleepy Adele...no sunrise proposal. Later that morning after they broke camp and finished breakfast, it was time to leave, and time was running out for Andrew at this pristine campsite. Adele was in the truck waiting for Andrew, who was stalling, making sure gear in the bed was secured. He coaxed Adele out of the truck by saying they needed to "police the area" for any forgotten trash one last time. After not looking for any trash, they walked to the edge of the canyon one more time looking out at the landscape before them, and when Adele turned back around Andrew got down on one knee and proposed to which she said yes!

The Proposal

Photos

Bride's Wedding Party

Erica Berg

Katya Lafakis

Nazanin Joorabchian

Melanie Newton

Megan Wheatley

Groom's Wedding Party

Bryce Ducharme

Austin Belot

John Payne

Luke Schranz

Matt Bickelhaupt

Wedding Party

<a href="https://www.theknot.com/gs/dashboard/preview?location=rsvp" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.theknot.com/gs/dashboard/preview?location=rsvp</a>

Hotel block link: <a href="https://reservations.sunpeaksgrand.com/sunpeaksgrand/?requesttype=invBlockCode&amp;code=GWBZB23" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://reservations.sunpeaksgrand.com/sunpeaksgrand/?requesttype=invBlockCode&amp;code=GWBZB23</a>

The link below will also give multiple places around the village to stay. Anywhere in the village is a max 1-10 minute walk to the ceremony/reception.&nbsp;Please check where the place is with regards to the village, some can be a 20+ minute walk. <a href="https://www.sunpeaksresort.com/places-to-stay/village-centre-hotels" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.sunpeaksresort.com/places-to-stay/village-centre-hotels</a> There are also a number of Airbnb options in the area! Just keep in mind that if you choose this option it may be a longer walk or a drive to venues.&nbsp;

Ceremony location:3240 Village Way, Sun Peaks BC V0E 5N0<a href="https://www.sunpeaksgrand.com" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.sunpeaksgrand.com</a> Reception Location:1280 Alpine Road, Sun Peaks BC, Canada, V0E 5N0<a href="https://www.facebook.com/MasasBarandGrill/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.facebook.com/MasasBarandGrill/</a> The restaurant is located in the village day lodge

<a href="https://www.sunpeaksresort.com/bike-hike/weather-webcams/weather" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.sunpeaksresort.com/bike-hike/weather-webcams/weather</a><a href="https://www.theweathernetwork.com/ca/weather/british-columbia/sun-peaks" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.theweathernetwork.com/ca/weather/british-columbia/sun-peaks</a>

What is the wedding day itinerary? 

4:00 Ceremony 5:00 Cocktail hour 6:15 Dinner 9:00 Dance time!

Adele (775)-401-1490Andrew (920)-915-6500

5120 214th StLangley BC, V3A 5B7

Q + A

Planes, Trains and Automobiles!

The Sun Peaks website is the best place to get times and travel options!<a href="https://www.sunpeaksresort.com/explore/getting-here" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.sunpeaksresort.com/explore/getting-here</a> Whether you want to drive from Vancouver, Seattle or fly directly into Kamloops the website lays out all of the routes, time and multiple options. Please if you are having any issues or concerns let Adele or Andrew know and we can help you out! We both want as many of you to come as possible as well as making your travel smooth and easy.

Travel

Bike, hike, golf, eat or walk around the village!Explore what to do around Sun Peaks on the website below:<a href="https://www.sunpeaksresort.com/explore/sun-peaks-in-summer" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.sunpeaksresort.com/explore/sun-peaks-in-summer</a>

Sun Peaks Resort Summer Activities

Please note that all prices and times are for 2023. Summer 2024 prices will be updated in December.

Outdoor Activities

Our favourite hike to do is trail #10 and #5 to see the beautiful wild flowers! Another amazing trail is trail #11 to Todd Lake, just hope there is no snow!<a href="https://www.sunpeaksresort.com/explore/stories-inspiration/our-5-favourite-scenic-hiking-trails-in-sun-peaks" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.sunpeaksresort.com/explore/stories-inspiration/our-5-favourite-scenic-hiking-trails-in-sun-peaks</a>

We have not had the chance to bike here but I know there are some of you out there that are enthusiasts! With the ceremony starting at 3:00pm, you have all morning to explore at let us know how it is!<a href="https://www.sunpeaksresort.com/bike-hike/bike/explore-biking" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.sunpeaksresort.com/bike-hike/bike/explore-biking</a>

Eat & Drink

A great place to get some delicious nachos and a bulldog (margarita and a corona) after a hike, bike or walk around the village. <a href="https://www.bottomssunpeaks.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.bottomssunpeaks.com/</a>

We have not eaten here but it is a great chance for our American friends and family to try out Canada's national food!<a href="http://www.chezjoepoutine.ca" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">http://www.chezjoepoutine.ca</a>

Morrisey's Public House has both great drinks and food!<a href="https://www.sunpeaksgrand.com/dine/morriseys-public-house" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.sunpeaksgrand.com/dine/morriseys-public-house</a>

If you take a chairlift ride to the top of the mountain you have to stop by the Sunburst lodge for the view most importantly and a drink or bite if you wish!<a href="https://www.sunpeaksresort.com/events-things-to-do/dining-apres/sunburst-bar-eatery" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.sunpeaksresort.com/events-things-to-do/dining-apres/sunburst-bar-eatery</a>

Shopping

Here are some of our favourite shops around the village:<a href="https://www.alpineimages.ca" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.alpineimages.ca</a><a href="https://www.thelonewolfgallery.ca" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.thelonewolfgallery.ca</a><a href="https://www.facebook.com/sneakyscallywags.ca/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.facebook.com/sneakyscallywags.ca/</a>

Spa & Wellness

Relax before the big day with a massage, nails or a last minute haircut<a href="https://www.sunpeaksresort.com/events-things-to-do/spa-wellness/sun-peaks-massage-and-spa-ltd" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.sunpeaksresort.com/events-things-to-do/spa-wellness/sun-peaks-massage-and-spa-ltd</a><a href="https://www.sunpeaksresort.com/events-things-to-do/spa-wellness/sun-peaks-yoga" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.sunpeaksresort.com/events-things-to-do/spa-wellness/sun-peaks-yoga</a><a href="http://www.styleforeveryone.ca" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">http://www.styleforeveryone.ca</a><a href="https://www.facebook.com/mountainpeaknails/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.facebook.com/mountainpeaknails/</a> (not located in Sun Peaks, 15 mins south)

Other Recommendations 

If anyone is thinking of taking an extra week of vacation to explore, you should! British Columbia and Alberta have some amazing places. The drive to Vancouver from Sun Peaks is 4 hours and takes you on a beautiful drive.Driving to Jasper (5 hrs) and Banff (6hrs) will allow you to access to the Canadian Rockies as well as two national parks with breathtaking scenery, hikes and atmosphere.

Adele & Andrew

Adele & Andrew

Wedding Party

Bride's Wedding Party

Groom's Wedding Party