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Jake and Allee met at Azusa Pacific University in January of 2023. Prior to meeting, Jake knew he wanted to go back to school after serving five years in the U.S. Coast Guard to finish his degree. Meanwhile, Allee was already attending APU on an athletic scholarship for acrobatics and tumbling. Both felt APU was where the Lord was calling them to be. Jake had just enrolled at APU in the spring semester when he met Allee. They ended up having every class together that first semester of his. Jake and Allee found one another cute, however, Allee didn't consider Jake anything more than a good friend at the time. Jake on the other hand liked Allee, and even made a subtle move to ask her out on a date. Not realizing it was intended to be a date, Allee invited her friend to tag along. Their plans ended up changing, but Jake and Allee remained friends through the summer that followed. The next year started, Allee changed her major, and Jake realized he wouldn't have class with her anymore. About a year after meeting, Jake made his intentions known and asked Allee on their first date. December 2, 2023 marked Jake and Allee's first date. Jake and Allee became official a month later on January 2, 2024. Over the course of their relationship they've seen God work in ways that were discerning for their future. On December 21st Jake proposed and Allee said "YES!"

Our Story

Photos

Carly Jackman

Shane Crowl

McKenzie Vieliky

Trevor Crowl

Lacey Kooch

Adam Lopez

Sophie Brinker

Cole Knight

Sariah Roberto

Blake Knight

Katelyn Castleman

Shane Murphy

Addie Showers

Jake Ochoa

Sarah Gomes

Josh Ochoa

Kaylee Ortiz 

Wedding Party

Q + A

Portland International Airport

This hotel will be offering a block of rooms that will be available at a discounted rate for anyone who chooses to stay here for our wedding. For any additional questions feel free to call the hotel and mention either "Crowl" or "Kooch."

Courtyard Portland Southeast/Clackamas

McMenamins Edgefield

Monarch Hotel Conference Center

Travel

Edgefield’s 74 acres includes a distillery, brewery, winery, a handful of small bars, a spa, soaking pool, golf course, and a movie theater. This historical destination was built in 1911 and only lies 15 minutes away from the venue. It is a favorite in the Pacific Northwest. Edgefield is also a great place for lodging if you are coming from out of town as it provides unique accommodations.

Multnomah Falls is one of the tallest year-round waterfalls in the United States, and it only lies 45 minutes away from the venue. Many people travel to visit the Columbia Gorge and all the hikes and waterfalls which consume it.

Multnomah Falls

Located 40 minutes away from the venue is Pittock Mansion. Pittock Mansion was completed in 1914 and is now a historical museum with beautiful views overlooking the city of Portland.

Pittock Mansion

Located 15 minutes away from the venue lies Jake and Allee's favorite place to get ice cream. What once was a bait and tackle shop has now become one of the Pacific Northwest's favorite drive-ins. Sugarpine sits on the Sandy River and is surrounded by beautiful Oregon scenery.

Sugarpine Drive-In

Hoodriver possess 40 wineries, which work to create what is commonly known as the Fruit Loop. Amongst these wineries is a fan favorite called The Gorge White House. At the White House you can pick flowers, fruit, and enjoy fresh food carts. It is located an hour from the venue.

The Gorge White House

Built on Mt. Hood in 1937 is Timberline Lodge. Located an hour away from the venue you will find this historical building known for their lodging, food, skiing, and exterior shots in the movie The Shining.

Timberline Lodge

Things to Do