Open House

Astoria Armory

Wedding Day

Please RSVP by June 13                                                                                           

Our Wedding

Many fluke circumstances all had to align to make sure our paths crossed at the rock climbing gym in May of 2019. Still pretty wild to think about.Hannah had friends in town visiting. These friends are not typically the 'I want to climb rocks' type friends, but somehow decided they wanted to check out the gym anyway. This flimsy plan was almost abandoned several times because it started raining, they were enjoying lounging comfortably inside with a movie marathon, and finally, they realized that Hannah would not be able to climb since neither friend was belay certified. Yet, the motivation to leave the house was produced from who knows where and Hannah summoned all of her social battery to approach the front desk with a request to call for a *gasp* stranger as a belay partner. She had never considered doing this previously, but she was with friends so it made it a little easier. Still pretty embarrassing though to stand there twiddling your thumbs and glancing around awkwardly as they announce over the loud speaker "IF ANYONE IS LOOKING FOR A BELAY PARTNER PLEASE COME TO THE FRONT DESK" Feels like your parent is arranging a play date with a new friend for you as a child.Meanwhile, John was climbing by himself in the bouldering area. He was typically content with climbing on his own and had also never ever considered seeking a belay partner through the front desk. But, he heard the call and decided he could silence his introvert instincts briefly. He wandered towards the front, but didn't see anyone lingering alone as if waiting for a climbing partner so he quickly retreated.Back at the front desk with no stranger to be found, Hannah tried suggesting they abandon the mission. She didn't need to climb. She could belay them for a little while and then they would go home. They stood there discussing for too long and the staff decided to make another loud speaker call, not consulting Hannah on whether or not multiple announcements was too pathetic.John, upon hearing this and having not fully restored his introvert filter, tried again. This time he made eye contact with Hannah, who (likely in a very cool, smooth way with no hint of desperation in her eyes to avoid a third front desk call) asked if he wanted to climb with her.Off they went! Since they were hardly on the ground at same time, the interactions were brief on this first meeting but they definitely caught each other's eye. Hannah's friends hit him with an onslaught of 'how awesome is our friend' as soon as Hannah was out of ear shot up the climbing rope. Once they were done climbing, Hannah (who had never asked for a guy's number in her life) casually suggested exchanging numbers, you know, for climbing purposes... definitely no other reason. We both need more belay partners, right? She then rushed out of the building with her friends, who demanded 'please tell me you got his number!'

How We Met

Our Story

Photos

Tallulah

Maeve

Best friend since third grade! Been through it all together.

Haley

Mischief instigator in chief for nearly three decades and across half a dozen states 

David

Lucky to have a brother who is also one of my very favorite people in the whole world

Ethan

Julianne

Roommate soulmate of 9 years.
Now I have to live with a weird boy instead. 

Carly

One of my earliest connections to the world of metal who unknowingly changed the trajectory of my life

Luke

Wingwoman'd so hard when there was a cute boy at the rock climbing gym that now I have a husband!

Deanna

San Diegan carouser and proponent of adventures near and far to get me out of the house

The first person who made me feel at home after moving to San Diego knowing no one. 

RaeLynn

My adventurous friend who hikes with me up mountains to see the sunrise or to find a secret hot spring that may or may not exist. 

Sarah

A friend with whom I can lay in a hammock reading a book for hours or run a literal marathon. 

Bethany

Wedding Party

Closest airport; about a two hour drive to Astoria

Portland International Airport

If you want to avoid renting a car, there is a bus route that can take you from Portland Union Station to Astoria, but make sure you check the schedule because it is typically only twice a day. If you're staying in the central area of Astoria, it is very walkable.

Bus option - tickets through Amtrak

ACCOMMODATIONSThere are a variety of accommodation options in town, with Airbnb and VRBO likely the most cost-effective. We recommend staying in the main part of town if you're able (approximately between 8th-17th streets and closer to the water) because it is very walk-able and fun to explore. I listed a couple hotels here that are closest to the venue, but there are many options with a wide range of pricing. Warrenton and Seaside are also nice and only a short drive from Astoria.Feel free to reach out with any questions we can help with!

Walking distance from venue; decent prices

Norblad Hotel

Walking distance from venue, cost-effective, shared bathrooms

Commodore Hotel

Travel-  We recommend booking accommodations asap; Astoria is a small town and summer is the busy time 

Beautiful view of the area! $5 to park with entrance into the column and includes entrance into a museum in town as well

The Astoria Column

Walking path that runs along the Columbia River for about 5 miles. You can access it from anywhere in town- just walk towards the water!

Astoria Riverwalk

10am-3pm outdoor market with food, local artists, music

Astoria Sunday Market

Food truck with DELICIOUS breakfast burritos. Tell Mitty we sent you!

Tackle Box Burrito

Our favorite brewery

Fort George Brewery

Custard King

Fun tiki bar restaurant

Dead Man’s Isle

Street parking then walk up for view of outside of the house

The Goonies house

World's Tiniest Disco! Must send Hannah and John a video if you visit ;)

Hannah & John

Hannah & John

Registry

Please do not feel obligated to give a gift. We know that coming to our wedding involves travel for all of you, and the time and money you are spending to come celebrate with us is a huge gift!