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Our Story

Jeannie and Ava met during Ava’s freshman year at Furman and have been inseparable since. Jeannie is from Birmingham, AL and now works in higher education at the University of South Carolina.

Jeannie Marks

Ava and Susannah met in 6th grade and have been best friends ever since. Susannah is who first introduced Ava and Bryan. Susannah is married to Bryan's twin brother Collin, and now lives in Aurora, CO.

Susannah Rasbid

Libby and Ava met their freshman year at Furman where they went through recruitment together and joined the same sorority. Libby is from Jacksonville, FL and now works in Washington, DC on Capitol Hill.

Libby Donahoo

Caitlin is Bryan's younger sister. Caitlin is from Colorado originally and is now a senior at Colorado State University studying ecosystem science and sustainability.

Caitlin Rasbid

Beth and Ava met their freshman year at Furman when they joined the same sorority. Beth is from Greensboro, NC and recently completed her Masters degree in Scotland.

Beth Palmisano

Mary Liz and Ava met in preschool and have stayed friends for over 20 years! Mary Liz is from Winston-Salem, NC and now works in Chapel Hill, NC in communications.

Mary Liz Elliott

Collin is Bryan's twin brother, and while they may have bickered lots as kids, he is now Bryan's best friend. Collin is a systems test engineer and lives in Aurora, CO.

Collin Rasbid

Bryce is Ava's older brother. He lives in Wilmington, NC and is a Civil Engineer for the NC Department of Transportation.

Bryce Cox

Caleb and Bryan met in a music composition class during their freshman year of college. They became quick friends after learning that they both played guitar and they ended up living together for 3 years. Caleb is an Industrial engineer in Bozeman, MT.

Caleb Scheevel

Evan and Bryan lived on the same floor their freshman year of college and spent many hours studying together in the community room. A deeper friendship quickly formed and they would spend many weekends skiing, camping, or going on offroading trips. Evan is a chemical engineer and lives in Missoula, MT.

Evan Martin

Duncan was Collin's Best friend since 6th grade. After realizing how similar the two of them were, Bryan tried to steal Duncan away from Collin. They both eventually learned to share Duncan, and a lifelong friendship was the result. Duncan is a backstage theater manager and lives in Chicago, IL.

Duncan McMillan

Justin and Bryan met through their student ministry in the fall of 2019, but would not become friends until nearly a year later when Justin spent the summer living in a dingey basement apartment with Bryan and Caleb. They would then go on to be roomates in 2021 and both worked as ground crew for a hot air baloon company. Justin lives in Castle Pines, CO and is a computer scientist. 

Justin Kerr

Bryan and Drew met in 2018 while Drew was leading the Bozeman Navigators, a student ministry at Montana State. Drew discipled Bryan for all 4 years of university and has had a large impact on helping Bryan to be the man he is today. Drew continues to lead a student ministry, Oaks International, in Bozeman, MT. 

Drew Frazer

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Air Travel

The Colorado Springs Airport is the closest to our wedding venue. If you prefer to fly into Denver International Airport, the drive is ~1 hour.

Colorado Springs Airport

Lodging

While we do not have a designated block of hotel rooms, there are several other hotels and Airbnbs close to the venue, approximately 15-20 minutes away. Below are a few lodging suggestions (not an exhaustive list).

The Fairfield Inn &amp; Suites is a 20 minute drive from our venue and is ~$130 per night. Rooms include a work desk and coffee maker and some rooms include a sofa bed. The Fairfield Inn also has a private patio that features a fire pit, views of Pike’s Peak, an outdoor hot tub, and exercise room.&nbsp;Public parking is available for free on site.

Fairfield Inn & Suites Colorado Springs North/Air Force Academy

The Hilton Garden Inn is also a 20 minute drive from our venue and is ~$115 per night. The property has a 24-hour front desk, an ATM, luggage storage for guests, a terrace, and an indoor pool. In relation to the rest of Colorado Springs, Garden of the Gods is 10 miles away and the Colorado Springs Airport is 14 miles away.

Hilton Garden Inn Colorado Springs North

There are lots of great options for Airbnb and hotels nearby, including Residence Inn, Courtyard Marriott, Hampton Inn &amp; Suites, and Holiday Inn Express to name a few!

Travel & Lodging

Garden of the Gods is a park in Colorado Springs, CO, and is just 30 minutes from Palmer Lake! It is free to the public and offers stunning red rock formations and breathtaking views of Pikes Peak; a beautiful natural spot to explore!

Garden of the Gods

Explore the vibrant colors and unique formations at Painted Mines Interpretive Park. This hidden gem is a county park and is free to the public, it offers a scenic and peaceful escape with stunning landscapes perfect for a memorable photo opportunity or a quiet walk.

Paint Mines Interpretive Park

Take in breathtaking views from the top of Pikes Peak, a must-visit for your wedding weekend! Whether you drive to the summit or take the cog railway up, the panoramic views of Colorado Springs and beyond make for an unforgettable experience.

Pikes Peak - America's Mountain

Manitou Springs&nbsp;is a charming town at the base of Pikes Peak, known for its mineral springs, artsy vibe, and scenic beauty. Explore unique shops, local eateries, and outdoor adventures like the Manitou Incline.

Ava & Bryan

Ava & Bryan

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