Folsom City Zoo Sanctuary

Wedding Day

Wedding

Reception

Our Wedding

UPDATED 8/26/2020: Dearest Friends + Family, It is with the utmost respect for everyone’s health and safety that we have decided to postpone our Wedding to 2021. We truly appreciate all of your love, support and understanding as we navigate through this uncertain time. Please save our new date: October 24, 2021 but keep in mind that if COVID-19 persists extra precautions may be in place. We look forward to celebrating with you all in 2021! We wish y’all good health and safety in the coming year. Please feel free to email us with any questions you may have: alyssamsteen@gmail.com and please check the website for updates. Love, peace + good health, Alyssa, Tyler & Family •••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••• Alyssa and Tyler first met in the summer of 2014 in Seattle, WA. Alyssa escorted a small youth group up to Seattle from Sacramento, CA.&nbsp;They made the 12 hour drive for a community service trip to serve the Ballard neighborhood alongside&nbsp;a newly planted church named Vona (which means "hope" in Icelandic). Tyler was the music leader at Vona and prior to that had worked at a summer&nbsp;camp in Bellevue, WA, including working as a cook. With his&nbsp;experience cooking at home and at the camp, Tyler filled in as the group's chef for the week. Tyler planned days of creative and tasty home cooked meals that won over Alyssa's heart. She never has stopped talking about Tyler's pancakes! The two remained friends and Alyssa dreamed of going back to Seattle to serve the Ballard community again. During the summer of 2015, Alyssa had an opportunity to help a community again, but this time she was sent to Tennessee. There, she spent her summer encouraging young people and speaking hope into their lives with her team. During this time, due to Alyssa's extreme work hours, she was unable to communicate much over the phone so&nbsp;Tyler&nbsp;wrote her letters. He would collect beautiful flowers all over his neighborhood and press them into his kind and eloquent correspondence that she would eagerly read any moment she had. The couple underwent several months of dating long distance, but they made frequent visits to each other and continued to send each other letters. Eventually, Alyssa fulfilled her dream of moving to Seattle. Tyler flew down to Sacramento and together they made the trip up&nbsp;Highway 1.&nbsp; During their time in Seattle, they shared a passion for their work in the coffee industry. They enjoyed their days off together on the beach and in the mountains, taking ferries across the Sound, and shopping at the neighborhood farmers' markets.&nbsp; Tyler proposed to Alyssa on Christmas&nbsp;2015 in Seattle, WA. They eloped on June 29, 2016 in Seattle and honeymooned by car-camping through British Columbia. Shortly thereafter, they returned to Sacramento where they are now happily married with their dog, Marionberry Pie. Both are continuing their education and still make time to adventure. They are so excited to celebrate their love with you and finally share&nbsp;a&nbsp;wedding&nbsp;with the people they treasure!&nbsp;

Tyler & Alyssa

Our Story

Things to Do 1

Angie and Alyssa have known&nbsp;each other for over 29 years...because they're cousins but also, best friends! They share a love for Disney and frequent the parks together any chance they get. It truly is a special thing to find a dear friend in someone you're related to and the bond Alyssa and Angie share definitely exemplifies that. I love you, Ang!&nbsp;

Angelica Zarate (she/her)

Khendel and Alyssa met in the 4th grade. The fates were working hard to bring them together because Alyssa was originally placed in a different teacher's class. &nbsp;

Khendel Turner (she/her)

Wedding Party

Griffin Lamb Photo

Chloe Ramirez Photo

Amanda Bellamy Film Photography

Photos

Registry

Q + A

For your convenience, a discounted rate is available at Lake Natoma Inn in Folsom, however it should be noted that they do not reserve rooms until booked and paid for. Rooms and rate are subject to availability. When calling to make your reservation, please mention "Watley Vow Renewals" in order to receive a discounted rate. Please call (800) 808-5253 to make your reservation or book online. Located in Folsom, Lake Natoma Inn is in the historical district and minutes from Historic Sutter Street and Folsom History Museum. This hotel is within close proximity of Folsom Powerhouse and Folsom City Zoo. Rooms Make yourself at home in one of the 136 air-conditioned rooms featuring refrigerators and LCD televisions. Complimentary wireless Internet access keeps you connected, and cable programming is available for your entertainment. Bathrooms feature shower/tub combinations, complimentary toiletries, and hair dryers. Conveniences include desks and coffee/tea makers, and housekeeping is provided daily. Dining Grab a bite to eat at the hotel's restaurant, which features a bar, or stay in and take advantage of room service (during limited hours). Quench your thirst with your favorite drink at a bar/lounge. Breakfast is available for a fee. Amenities Enjoy a range of recreational amenities, including a spa tub, a 24-hour fitness center, and a seasonal outdoor pool. This hotel also features complimentary wireless Internet access, and concierge services. Featured amenities include a 24-hour business center, express check-in, and express check-out. Free self parking is available onsite.

Lake Natoma Inn

Travel

The City of Folsom celebrated the completion of the Johnny Cash Trail on October 14, 2017 - a 2.75 mile Class I bike and pedestrian trail that winds west toward the Folsom Historic District and east toward the Folsom Lake Crossing Trail. The trail has two beautiful bridges inspired by the local landscape including the architecture found at nearby Folsom State Prison. The trail is a popular outdoor recreation enthusiast destination for walking and biking and local wildlife and inspiring scenery can be viewed throughout the trail. The City of Folsom is currently advocating for and fundraising to install a world-class linear public art experience that will celebrate and honor the legendary Johnny Cash, his music, and his history in the City of Folsom.

Johnny Cash Trail

Rent kayaks or SUPs from Adventure Sports at Negro Bar and enjoy the scenery!

Adventure Sports Kayak and SUP Rentals

Join in on the fun at Folsom’s skate park! Skateboards, Scooters, Roller Skates, & Roller Blades allowed in Skate Park.

Cummings Family Skate & Bike Park

Palladio&nbsp;is a Lifestyle Center for those seeking the ultimate experience in shopping, dining and entertainment. Catch a movie, go shopping, or dine at a local restaurant!

Palladio

Visit Folsom has so many different options for everyone in your group!

Visit Folsom

This is one of Alyssa's favorite places to dine and shop! Just outside Folsom, discover a place of beauty and abundance. Fine to casual dining with peaceful lake views, unique shopping, stay and play at one of our many events, premier hotel or IMAX Theater!

Alyssa & Tyler