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Our big day is coming up! Thanks for visiting our wedding website. Poke around, RSVP, read about our wedding party, and get more information about the wedding weekend. Elkins Resort and Priest Lake is in a very remote area, so make sure you take a look through the info on this website and plan accordingly! We would love to know if you're planning on coming. You can RSVP by clicking the button below. - Aly &amp; Michael

Our Wedding

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Get to Know Aly and Michael's Wedding Party

You won't find a maid of honor or best man in our wedding party - our friends and family mean the world to us and we wouldn't want to rank one over another. Our closest friends and siblings will be standing by us as we say our wedding vows! Here's a an introduction if you don't know them already:

Booker is Aly and Michael's rescue Carolina dog. They have had Booker for 4 years now and he is a big part of their lives! Booker loves chicken, walks, treats, chasing sticks, swimming and sniffing butts. If you see him wandering on his own, just tell him to go find his Best Friend Mayo or Uncle Matt! He can be wary of new people, just ignore him until he comes over to you for some butt scratches.

Booker

Aly's younger brother Matt will be standing by her on her big day! Matt and Aly bickered like most siblings when they were growing up, but as they've grown up they have become really close. They share a sense of humor, a love for music, and knack for the family business. When they get together, they love to put on music that will get their dad dancing, play with Booker, and eat mom's cooking (i.e jancakes, jookies, jickles, etc).

Matt Laris

Katie and Aly have been friends since college. They met working at Snoqualmie Pass and realized they were actually neighbors in Ellensburg, and kindred spirits. From living together on the pass to adventuring all over the state (like the spontaneous trip to the Oregon coast to watch the eclipse pictured), their friendship has grown as they've stepped into (sort of) adult lives. You can often catch them sipping wine in a hammock, camping, or chatting about life. Aly couldn't imagine not having Katie by her side as she says "I do"! Katie's hubby John will be standing by Michael on their wedding day as well.

Katie McRae

Aly and Soph were fast friends when they started working at Snoqualmie Pass as the only 2 female ticket scanners that season. They share a fun taste in music and a love for food and cooking. When they're together, there is rarely a break in the laughter. Sophey and Aly have been friends for a decade and have been there for each other through it all regardless of living 1-2 hrs apart. Sophey always brings the fun and Aly is so excited she will be with her on her big day!

Sophey Sadler

Aly and "Mayo" have been friends since they were co-workers  at Pybus Market. They have fond memories of working Saturdays together at the market - doing lots of people watching and dog watching. They became really close during the pandemic, hanging out in Aly and Michael's back yard "hillbilly hot tub" on warm Wenatchee afternoons. Booker (A + M's dog) really took to Mayo and she became one of his favorite people. They lovingly refer to her as Booker's "best friend Mayo".  Mayo has been a super supportive friend to Aly and is always down to clown. Aly thinks it's *incredible* that Mayo will be standing next to her when she marries Michael.

Jessica Mayo

Cedar and Aly have known each other for years but have become especially close since their boyfriends (now fiancés) are childhood best friends! Cedar and Aly love to have chill days hanging with their dogs and the guys. Cedar's fiancé Matt will be part of the wedding party as well. Together, they have been amazing friends and  a great support system for Michael and Aly. You know you have a good friend when they'll let you back your RV into their front yard and live there for 2+ weeks!

Cedar Bowman

In the 6th grade Matt invited Michael to his family cabin for the weekend.  Neither of them know that a fun weekend full of shooting BB guns, playing Super Nintendo Tetris, skiing, and trying to not get beaten up by Matt’s older brothers was laying the foundation for a life long friendship. Over the last 20 years Matt and Michael have been there for each other through tough times and celebrated the good times. Michael is honored that his oldest friend Matt is standing with him while he gets married.
*Shameless Plug* Matt is a mortgage broker and an amazing and honest person. If you are looking to purchase or refinance a house in WA call him at (253) 411-1586. He is the only mortgage person Aly and Michael work with!

Matt Hannon

Anne is Michael's big sister … which is funny to say now if you see them next to each other. At the age of 16 (Michael 6, Anne  “taught” Michael how to drive  sitting on her lap. They were narc’d on by a neighbor … whom is not invited to the wedding! Anne and Michael have always been close  and Anne has been a great support to him. Although unconventional, Anne will be standing with Michael as he marries Aly.

Anne Stowe

Kate is Michael’s other big sister … same joke, he is way bigger now. Kate was their parents go-to “baby” sitter while their parents were away and she would often spend breaks from college watching Michael. This often led to “college parties” that consisted of Kate’s friends coming over, pizza, dance parties, chick flicks … Michael was 10 years old and on top of the world! However the dance parties consisted of some pretty sweet moves, Kate knows them, Michaels knows them, they may do them at the reception. Kate also will be standing with Michael while he commits his life to Aly. 

Kate Gledhill

As the officiant in John and Katie’s wedding, Michael has been known to introduce himself as John’s pastor... But free online ordination or not, John is a great friend. John was introduced to the Fitz/Laris friend circle through his amazing wife Katie. John and Michael first met at a bar on a double date. They drank light beer, good whiskey, and ate steak … it was bromance at first site. You will often find John and Michael smoking or BBQing something together, talking about life and joking with each other … sometimes shirtless.

John McRae

Michael met Sam while working guest services at Snoqualmie Pass. Apparently, guest services is where everyone comes when they get hurt which was an interesting introduction to Ski Patrol Sam. After developing a friendship, Sam and Michael rented a cabin on Snoqualmie pass together for 3 to 10 years (depending on how much they are exaggerating that day). Sam and Michael both worked as bartenders in the summer and ski bums in the winter. Sam was a good friend to Michael during tough times and always had something fun to do. They went white water rafting, skied, snow skated, and caused trouble all over the PNW … if you know the stories, don’t tell Michael's mom ;)

Sam Lowe

Wedding Party

Q + A

Lodging

You will want to make reservations for lodging as soon as you can!   The wedding will be held at Elkins Resort in Nordman, ID. The cabins there are booked, but there are other options for lodging in Nordman and all around Preist Lake. We recommend staying for the weekend and enjoying the beautiful area!   In addition to the options below, there are more options in other areas of Preist Lake. Coolin is another area on the lake but it is about 25-30 mins from Elkins Resort.

The log cabins at Elkins Resort (where the wedding will be held) are being held for our wedding guests through the end of September 2021. There is a two night minimum for booking - Friday and Saturday night. Each cabin at Elkins has a different layout and capacity, so visit their website to check them out. If you'd like to book a cabin, call Elkins Resort and let them know you'd like to book a cabin for the Fitz/Laris wedding and they will help you make a reservation!

1. Cabins at Elkins Resort

There are airbnb's to rent in the area. We would suggest searching for something near Nordman, ID.

2. airbnb

Another option is to rent a house on VRBO! If you want to stay close to the wedding venue, search for houses near Nordman, ID. There are also great houses all around Preist Lake.

3. VRBO

Hills Resort is about 18 mins from Elkins and is another good option for lodging.

4. Hill's Resort

Reeder Bay Campground is right next to Elkins Resort where the wedding is taking place. There are also a lot of other campgrounds around the lake. Make sure to look up when campsites are released for reservations because they do book up for the summer!

5. Reeder Bay Campground

What airport should I fly into?

If you are planning on flying in for the wedding, we recommend flying into the Spokane airport and Preist Lake is about a 2 hour drive north. We would advise making flight reservations as early as you can as this weekend can be very busy in Spokane.

Travel

Check out the hiking trails around the lake or right on Elkin's property!

Hiking

Elkins Resort has a great beach to hang out if the weather allows!

Beach it!

Since we will be hanging out right on Preist Lake, throw a line in or rent a kayak, stand up paddle board, or kayak!

Fishing

There are mountain biking trails around Preist Lake. See the Elkins Resort Website for more information.

Mountain Biking

Want to play a round of golf? Make a tee time at the Preist Lake Golf Course, about 15 minutes from Elkins Resort!

Priest Lake Golf Course

Rent a canoe, kayak, or stand-up paddle board from Elkins Resort, or bring your own!

Canoe, Kayak, or Stand-up Paddle Board

Silverwood is a Theme Park is about an hour and a half from Nordman but if you're going to be in the area for longer than just the weekend it's a fun place to check it out if you have kids or you're just adventurous adults.

Alysa & Michael