CAMP BATISTA

Ceremony

Cocktail Hour

First Dance

Dinner

Cake Cutting

Campfire & S'mores

Send off / Wedding ends

UPDATES

Venue Update

We have made the important decision to make our wedding a fully outdoor event. In lieu of the venue pavilion, we have rented an outdoor tent.&nbsp; Please note that this shift will require that folks bring a cozy sweater or jacket for the evening. Temperature lows are anticipated to be 45/50-degrees—so not too chilly, but would absolutely recommend keeping warm.&nbsp; A&nbsp;footnote: the grounds are a mix of grass, gravel, and earth. So, think pretty, but practical with your shoe choice.

Welcome Drinks

We invite folks to swing by <a href="740 Main St, Ouray, CO 81427" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Imogene Rooftop Bar</a> at 7 p.m. on Saturday, the 11th for welcome drinks!&nbsp; This is a first-come area. We have friends who will go a little early to try and snag some space. This will be a casual, and very optional, meetup if you’d like to say hello ahead of the big day.&nbsp;

Our Wedding

Address<a href="https://www.google.com/maps?ll=38.11145,-107.794296&amp;z=12&amp;t=m&amp;hl=en-US&amp;gl=US&amp;mapclient=embed&amp;daddr=Top+of+the+Pines+1035+Highland+Dr+Ridgway,+CO+81432@38.1114503,-107.7942958" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">1035 Highland Dr, Ridgway, CO 81432</a> Directions: Top of the Pines is located not far from the little town of Ridgway in SW Colorado. From Telluride&nbsp;on Colo. Hwy. 62: Take your first right (at the bottom of the hill as you come into Ridgway) onto&nbsp;Amelia Street.&nbsp;(see below) From Montrose/Ouray: Turn west onto Hwy. 62 at the traffic light, then go all the way through town (approx. 3/4 mile) and take the last left (before heading up the hill out of town) onto&nbsp;Amelia Street. (see below) On Amelia:&nbsp;Travel south 3/10 mile on Amelia Street and turn right onto&nbsp;County Rd. 5. This is a dirt road and starts at Amelia. Travel 4.5 miles to Highland Drive – just past mile marker. Turn Right on Highland Drive and travel 3/10 mile to TOP’s entrance sign. The parking area and trailhead are on the right. Or continue on Highland Drive past the entrance gate 7/10 mile and make a right turn on the Pavilion Drive. Follow this road about a 1/4 mile to the parking area on the south side of the pavilion.

Directions to Venue

LODGING

While the wedding will be in Ridgway, we recommend that our guests stay in historic Ouray, just 15 minutes down the road. Ouray is surrounded by mountain views and has a beautiful downtown. Lodging options range in price and experience—from smaller inns with hot springs to historic landmarks, and of course, camping. Due to the small size of Ouray and its lodging options, we chose not to do room blocks. We hope you find somewhere to unwind that suits your travel needs during your visit.

The Box Canyon Lodge &amp; Hot Springs is Ouray's most popular getaway experience. We offer extremely clean, attractively decorated rooms with a unique rustic flair. Our hot tubs are what keeps our guests returning every year. Utilizing the natural local hot springs, our barrel-shaped hot tubs offer a relaxing and unique experience for our guests. Open all day long, our guests enjoy a beautiful view of the San Juan Mountainside, under a gorgeous sky or a blanket of stars.

Box Canyon Lodge & Hot Springs

Mountain view rooms and breathtaking scenes to ensure the perfect picture backdrop. Located one block off Main St. Perfect quiet location away from the hustle and bustle of the city. All of our pools are Natural Mineral Hot Springs.

Twin Peaks Lodge & Hot Springs

The Imogene Hotel Restaurant &amp; Rooftop Bar is located in the historic Columbus building (originally built in 1898), and newly renovated in 2020; in the heart of stunning Ouray, CO.&nbsp;This is an exciting place to stay, eat; and relax while taking in the amazing mountain views of Ouray, CO.

The Imogene Hotel and Rooftop Bar

&nbsp;Portland Park Suites is located in Ouray. All apartments feature a balcony with mountain views. Ouray Hot Springs Park is 5 minutes’ drive from the property. Guests can enjoy a garden and barbecue facilities at Ouray Portland Park Suites.

Portland Park Suites/Condos

Hotel Ouray, a Historic Boutique Hotel in the Heart of Historic Downtown Ouray. Recently renovated, all 14 rooms have updated carpet and bathrooms in all rooms with showers only. All rooms on the 2nd floor for a restful and peaceful stay.&nbsp;Please note we do not have an elevator and we have 22 steps to the 2nd level.&nbsp;We are here to assist you with luggage if needed.

Hotel Ouray

​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​Mountain scenery mingles with magnificent campgrounds at Ridgway State Park. Modern, universally-accessible recreation areas and the five-mile long reservoir make memorable days and nights. Only 15 miles from the town of Ouray, Ridgway's great outdoors - the "Switzerland of America" - welcomes those from near and far. The park’s popular campgrounds, beautiful reservoir, picnic and playground areas, extensive trails, and diverse wildlife offer year-round activities for all types of outdoor enthusiasts. Come enjoy our swimbeach too!

Camping at Ridgway State Park

FLIGHTS

We highly recommend flying to Montrose Regional Airport and renting a car from there to drive the 30-45 minutes to Ridgway and Ouray. You can also fly to Denver International Airport, however, DIA is 6+ hours away from our destination. If you prefer to road trip from Denver, you cannot go wrong with whichever way Google Maps takes you. We recommend stops in Buena Vista, Salida, and Black Canyon of the Gunnison National Park (Via US Hwy 285 S and US-50 W). Or Frisco, Glenwood Springs, and Colorado National Monument (Via I-70 W and US-50 E).

Montrose Airport lies at the base of Colorado's majestic San Juan Mountains, 300 miles southwest of Denver.&nbsp;We are just minutes from spectacular hiking, fishing, camping, golf, skiing, theaters, museums, hotels, and of course, delicious Colorado cuisine.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Montrose Regional Airport

Travel

The "Box Canyon" Falls, Ouray's own wonder of the world, is the culmination of Canyon Creek narrowing and spilling thousands of gallons a minute of water over the falls. It is truly a dramatic scene.

Box Canyon Park

Surrounded by several mountain peaks (Potosi Peak, Teakettle Mountain, Cirque Mountain, Stony Mountain, and Gilpin Mountain), Yankee Boy Basin is a popular scenic area visited by hikers, photographers, four-wheelers and nature lovers.

Yankee Boy Basin

Ouray's Perimeter Trail is a unique six-mile hiking experience that features remarkably varied terrain, unmatched scenery, four waterfalls, five bridges, up close geology and a hidden troll. Hiking it involves approximately 1,600 feet of elevation gain and loss and will typically take 4-5 hours to complete. Good footwear and trekking poles are highly recommended.

Perimeter Trail Trailhead

Lower Cascade Falls Trail is a 0.2 mile heavily trafficked out and back trail located near Ouray, Colorado that features a waterfall and is good for all skill levels. The trail offers a number of activity options and is best used from February until November. Dogs are also able to use this trail.

Lower Cascade Trail and Falls

Ouray Hot Springs&nbsp;geothermally heated mineral pools range from 104 degrees in contrast to 75 degrees fahrenheit or 40 to 24 degrees celsius. Located in the heart of the San Juan Mountains, certainly used by Ute Indians. Ouray is a true gem of the Rocky Mountain Region consequently referred to as the “Switzerland of America”. The hot springs pool, surrounded by 13,000-foot snow-capped peaks,&nbsp;also has five separate geothermally heated pools.&nbsp;As a result, the&nbsp;pool has an adult only soaking section, two fast water slides (over 48″ to ride or pass the deep water test), the obstacle course and climbing wall in the activity pool (over 12 years old or pass the deep water test), 8 lap lanes for a workout pool, two family and soaking, geothermal and playing pools.

Ouray Hot Springs Pool and Fitness Center

At San Juan Scenic Jeep Tours we always say let&nbsp;our drivers choose the day of The best tour.&nbsp;The drivers will be sure to make you and your family have the best Jeep Tour experience As they know factors like trail conditions, wild flower conditions, the best possible wildlife areas.&nbsp;Already been? Tell us where you went and we’ll be sure to choose another great tour.&nbsp;

San Juan Scenic Jeep Tours

Orvis Hot Springs has long been a sacred place of healing for the Tabeguache band of the Utes, who lived in the Uncompahgre River valley before Mexican and European settlement. Led by famed Ute Chief Ouray, the namesake of Ouray County, the Tabeguache soaked in the hot springs to receive its calming affects and curative powers. Today, these natural hot springs continue to offer therapeutic results to all who seek relaxation and rejuvenation.

Orvis Hot Springs

Things to Do

Kali and Chris came into one another’s lives in 2011 while both working for Finz Seafood &amp; Grill in Salem, Massachusetts. Within weeks of Kali starting the job, and just a couple of months after she’d moved to MA, she and Chris became close friends. It was over the course of that year that their friendship blossomed and by the end of 2011, they were confessing their love to one another on the front stoop of what would later be their first home together. After many adventures, from driving across the country to ski days in New Hampshire, they—and their first kitty Stevie Nicks—picked up their lives and moved across the country to Colorado in 2015. Through many beautiful ups, and difficult downs, they grew into their most authentic and thriving selves. In August 2020, amidst a global pandemic that tested all of our humanities, they escaped to the beauty of southern Utah to camp, hike and mountain bike. Overlooking the canyons of Dead Horse Point State Park, and surprisingly with no one else around, Chris asked Kali to please take off her mask, took her hands and asked her to marry him. They continue to live happily in Colorado where they spend their days exploring outdoors, crafting, playing + dancing to records in the living room, making delicious meals and cuddling their cats Stevie and Allie.

Our Story

Alicia is Chris's younger sister and Kali's future sister-in-law. She's a born traveler and has lived all over the globe, including Western Australia and Spain. She now lives in Massachusetts with her partner Melikke and their adorable rat terrier, Indie, where they enjoy the beach, kayaking and traveling.  

Alicia Batista

Leslie is a best friend of Kali's, who also met in Colorado. Through the years, they've been fortunate to enjoy beautiful days on the slopes, backpacking trips, and never ending heart to hearts. She currently resides in Colorado (thank goodness). 

Leslie Barrett

Kassie was one of Kali's first (and best) friends in Colorado. Five-plus years later, they've enjoyed countless road trips and adventures together, usually on a whim. An accomplished travel writer (and traveler), Kassie currently resides in London. We miss her a lot. 

Kassondra Cloos

Amelia is one of Kali's best friends (and her favorite climbing partner). The two met in Colorado and have enjoyed many laughs and hugs through desert trips, climbing, camping and tea dates. Amelia now lives in beautiful Arizona with her husband, Steve. 

Amelia Arvesen

Jake is Chris's younger brother and one of his best friends. Beyond a childhood full of cherished memories, the two have grown up to have a mutual love of  family, adventure and home. Jake lives in Massachusetts with his fiancée, Hannah, and two dogs Maggie and Bentley.

Jake Batista

Ryan is Kali's older brother and Chris's future brother-in-law. A United States Air Force veteran, Ryan's work as an aircraft mechanic has given him the opportunity to live all around the globe, including Alaska, Guam and Japan. His visits with Chris and Kali over the years have spanned from baseball games in St. Louis to moose and bear sightings in Colorado and sunset sailing in Hawaii. 

Ryan Platt

Nick is Chris's younger cousin. The two grew up like brothers and have had the privilege to share many memories, including a ski trip in Colorado. Nick is a talented craftsman who lives in Massachusetts with his fiancée, Jordan and their adorable pup Kemo. 

KALI & CHRIS

KALI & CHRIS

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