Springhill Suites  San Diego Downtown/Bayfront

Fling Before the Ring

Skamania Lodge

Ceremony

Reception

Rock Creek Park

Pastries at the Park

Fall

Our Wedding

Our modern love story begins where many 21st-century couples start, on a dating application called "Hinge." We know what some of you are thinking right now: No, unfortunately, Hinge is not sponsoring our wedding. Emily was traveling across the country for a few months before starting graduate school in summer of 2019 and matched with Nate on the app. They talked for months and finally met in person for their first date at A-Pizza Mart, in September 2019. Little did we know, the COVID-19 pandemic was coming! While the COVID-19 pandemic could pull couples apart, we were lucky! The pandemic brought us closer together. We moved in together while we were both working 40 hours a week and going to school at the University of Washington (UW)! It was a lot! We learned how to come together during times of challenge, lean on each other's skills, and build a base for our relationship based in care, compassion, and kindness. We luckily were able to both graduate from UW during the same quarter! Emily earned a Master's degree in Public Health, and Nate earned a Bachelor of Arts degree in American Indian Studies with a minor in Environmental Science and Resource Management. After graduating, Emily whisked Nate away to Atlanta, GA where she worked at the CDC. Then in October 2022, Nate whisked Emily all the way back to Seattle. Yes, you did the math correctly. We moved across the country two times in 15 months! We met so many amazing people in Atlanta and would not have traded this experience for the world. We are now both living in Northgate and working at the Seattle Indian Health Board (SIHB). Nate is their Director of Environmental Services, and Emily is the Senior Evaluator for the Urban Indian Health Institute, a division of SIHB. We are so excited to continue to build a home in Seattle, and eventually, start a family of our own. While that step is still a way down the road for us, marriage is the next step on the journey to making our dreams a reality! We are so excited to celebrate this relationship milestone with all of you.

A Modern Love Story

Our Story

Photos

What is the dress code for Emily and Nathaniel's wedding? We ask that you wear what you feel represents you! Whether that be a sparkle gold suit, hand-sewn shawl, your favorite dress, or beaded hat, we just ask that you show up as your best self! Wear what makes you happy, brings you joy, connects you to your culture and traditions, and makes you feel good!The wedding theme is purple and gold, but you do not have to wear these colors.Additionally, it will be an outdoor wedding on the river in October, so it may be windy and cold. Keep this in mind when selecting an outfit. If you have questions about what to wear, feel free to reach out to Emily at emilydevorahops@gmail.com

Dress Code

We are so excited to celebrate this special occasion with you all at Skamania Lodge. For your convenience, we have included a map of the location. Our ceremony will be held at the "Amphitheater" and the reception will be held at the "Riverview Pavillion."

Skamania Lodge Map

Map of Skamania Lodge

TRANSPORTATION OPTIONS

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USA Airport Shuttle

Martin’s Gorge Tours

ecoShuttle Charters & Tours

HOUSING OPTIONS

Book using the following discount link: &nbsp;<a href="https://www.skamania.com/#/booking/step-1?promo=1yo0y6" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Hops &amp; Olsen Wedding</a>

Campsites

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Home Valley Campground

Wyeth Campground

Cascade Locks / Portland East KOA Holiday

Timberlake Campground & RV

Lewis and Clark State Recreation Site

Panther Creek Campground

Hotels/Motels

Cascade Motel

Rodeway Inn

Columbia Gorge Inn

Hotel Stevenson

Best Western Plus Columbia River Inn

Carson Hot Springs Golf & Spa Resort

Cottages

Tenzen Springs & Cabins

Wilder and Pine Riverside Cabins

Artbliss Hotel

The Resort At Skamania Coves

Carson Ridge Luxury Cabins

Travel

Wedding Program

Registry

Use this link to watch the recording of our wedding ceremony live! https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mekj0XjqfeY

View our Ceremony Online

Emily & Nathaniel

Emily & Nathaniel

Registry