Can I take and post pictures of the wedding on social media?
We invite you to be truly present with us during our nuptials and are requesting a partially unplugged ceremony. We kindly ask that phones and cameras remain out of sight until after the ceremony. Our wonderful photographer will be capturing the entire event, and our wedding gallery will be available for you to view as soon as we receive it! Please also kindly refrain from recording major events (dances, cake cutting, etc.), as we'd like our photographer to be able to capture these special moments with our lovely guests in the background - we want to see your faces, not your cellphones! If you do post photos on social media, we ask that you use the hashtag #GraytLoveStory - we would love to see them!
What's an example of country dressy wedding attire?
Men: Dress pants, Khaki pants or nice jeans with a button-down shirt or collared shirt and no tie and cowboy boots or loafers/dress shoes
Woman: Short or long sundress, cowboy boots or sandals (no heels)
How do I pay for Camp Jack Hazard (CJH)?
Send via Venmo, Paypal or Apple Cash $55 per person (not including children) and include the names of those you are paying for.
Venmo:
@Kaylee-Oldenhage
Paypal:
ThomasGray3@yahoo.com
Apple Cash
(916)910-8200
If you do not have any electronic payment apps, please let us know in the "Send a Note to the Couple" portion of the RSVP or reach out to us directly.
Will my family get their own cabin at Camp Jack Hazard?
It is a high priority for us that nobody has to share bunk spaces. Your early RSVP will help us determine bunk assignments and we will post them by July 1st.
Are kids welcome?
Yes! We want to share our special weekend with everyone but we also want parents to be able to kick back and have a great time! So we have arranged for multiple camp counselors to babysit at Camp Jack Hazard for the weekend and have included many kid friendly activities.
Are dogs allowed?
Well behaved friendly dogs are more then welcome! Please let us know in your RSVP if you plan to bring your furry friends and how many. We ask if your dog is not friendly and you are staying at Camp Jack Hazard to please find a sitter. Alternatively, you are welcome to stay at Kennedy Meadows, the surrounding campgrounds or the hotels.
Can I bring a date?
We have a strict guest list to stay on budget. Our wedding is RSVP only and will only able to accommodate those listed on your invitation. However, all are welcome for camping before and after the wedding.
Is there cell phone service?
You will likely lose cell service right before Pinecrest Lake (about 30 miles before the venue). Please keep this in mind and pull up directions prior to losing service. There will be available WiFi at Camp Jack Hazard and there is a pay phone at Kennedy Meadows Store.
Will food be provided the entire weekend?
We plan to have a self serve dinner with various soups, salads and bread on Thursday at Camp Jack Hazard. Friday & Saturday morning there will be a continental breakfast and coffee bar. Friday night we will be making BBQ with sides. Saturday night we have appetizers, food trucks and late-night snacks. And a farewell brunch on Sunday.
Please note that we will not be serving lunch but we will have an appetizer table set out for anyone who wants to bring snacks to share.
What are the addresses of the wedding ceremony and the reception venues?
The wedding ceremony is in the upper meadows at Kennedy Meadows Resort & Pack Station off of California 108 in Pinecrest, CA.
The reception and cabins are at Camp Jack Hazard a few miles before Kennedy Meadows off of California 108 in Dardanelle, CA.
There will be directional wedding signage at both venue sites.
What time should I arrive?
If you do not plan to stay the weekend with us, we recommend you arrive at least an hour or two before the ceremony begins. Refreshments will be available.
How do I get to the venue?
Take highway 108 approximately 60 miles east of Sonora. Camp Jack Hazard has a gravel turnoff on the left side of the highway. Kennedy Meadows Resort is about 4 miles further east and turnoff is on the right. You will pass Baker campground, Deadman campground then arrive at Kennedy Meadows Resort. The entrance for the fire road to the upper meadow is in the back left side of the parking area.
Will transportation be provided between to/from the hotel?
Yes! We have a shuttle available that will go to and from Camp Jack Hazard, Kennedy Meadows and surrounding campgrounds and hotels, not only on the day of our wedding, but all weekend.
Please let us know in the RSVP where you plan to stay and for how long so we can fine tune the shuttle bus schedule.
Where should guests park? Is parking free?
Yes, parking is free and there will be available parking at both Kennedy Meadows and Camp Jack Hazard. If parking at Kennedy Meadows you will need to park at the trailhead parking lot 1/2 mile before the resort on the left and a shuttle will pick you up. It is advised to park at Camp Jack Hazard for the weekend and utilize the shuttle bus. Please note that whether you park at Kennedy Meadows or Camp Jack Hazard you will need to shuttle to the ceremony.
If you are staying at any of the surrounding campgrounds or the Kennedy Meadows cabins then 1 car is free but additional cars are charged a $5-10 fee per day.
Can I take and post pictures of the wedding on social media?
Yes, but please put your phones away for our unplugged ceremony! We encourage guests to post all the weekend wedding pictures on to their social media channels. Our only request is that you tag each photo with our wedding hashtag #GraytestLoveStory
What should I do if I can’t make it?
You will be missed! If you can not make it to the wedding, please let us know as soon as possible and RSVP “Decline” to each of the daily events/accommodations so we can plan accordingly.
What's your wedding hashtag?
#GraytestLoveStory
How do I pay for a horseback ride?
We will schedule/reserve the horseback rides closer to the date and will reach out to you directly at that time.
What will the weather be like this time of year?
On average the weather is around 80 degrees during the day and dips down to 48 degrees at night. Please pack extra layers for the evening since the cabins do not have heating and it gets chilly at night.
Will the ceremony and reception be indoors or outdoors?
The ceremony will be held outside in the upper meadow at Kennedy Meadows. Dinner will be held outside at Camp Jack Hazard and the reception will be inside the hall at Camp Jack Hazard.
What should I wear? Is there a dress code?
The dress code for our wedding is rustic country attire. Ladies should wear cotton or gauzy sun dresses or skirts (heels not recommended), and the gentleman should wear a button up or collared shirt and nice jeans or slacks. The wedding & ceremony will be held outside so pack an extra layer in case it gets chilly.
What will your wedding day timeline look like?
Doors Open at 2:00. Ceremony Begins at 3:00. Ceremony Ends and Transportation to the Reception starts at 3:30. Cocktails, Appetizers & Dinner at 4:00. Wedding Party Introductions at 5:30. Thomas & Kaylee's First Dance at 5:45. Dessert & Toasts at 7:00. Shared Slow Dance with Everyone at 8:00.
Then Party until the Sun Comes Up!
What happens after the ceremony?
After the ceremony, the bridal party & family will be taking pictures nearby for about an hour. Guests can head straight to reception at Camp Jack Hazard where we will be serving food and beverages.
When will the reception end? Will there be an after-party?
There is no noise curfew at our reception but we plan to turn down the music a bit around 11 for those who are staying at Camp Jack Hazard
Do you have a hotel block for guests? Where do you recommend I stay?
Please see the “Travel” section for accommodations. There are multiple options for where to stay and a shuttle service will be available.
What do I need to pack for the weekend?
Your accommodations will drive your packing list! Please see “Packing List” section for a guided packing list for each accommodation.
Please note that all accommodations except Pinecrest Resort & Strawberry Inn require that you bring your own towels, pillows & bedding.
Will food and drinks be served at the reception? What kind of food?
We will be serving beer, wine and seltzers before the ceremony and there will be a full bar at the reception with small bites and food trucks. These will be followed by dessert and late night snacks.
Will there be any vegan/vegetarian/gluten free/special diet options?
We want to do our best to accommodate everyone. If you have special dietary restrictions please let us know in your RSVP.
Where are you registered?
We have a honeymoon fund as well as our full registry in the “Registry” section. We will be adding more to the registry in the coming months.
Can I bring my gift to the wedding?
Your presence is present enough, but should you wish to bring a gift to our wedding, there will be a gift table for your convenience or you can send them directly to our house address. 3021 El Prado Way Sacramento CA 95825
Is the Ceremony and Reception handicap accessible?
Yes. The trails for getting around Camp Jack Hazard are a bit steep so we have arranged for a RTV to drive people around the camp via the fire road. We also have arrangements at Kennedy Meadows to assist people out to the meadow.
Are there other wedding events I can attend?
Absolutely! The festivities will be going on Thursday through Sunday. Please see the section “Things to Do” for a full list of activities.
What can I fish for?
The Stanislaus River runs by Kennedy Meadows Resort and is stocked regularly with Rainbow trout. There are also Brook trout and German Brown trout.
Fishing licenses and bait are available in the Kennedy Meadows General Store.
I still have questions, what is the best way to contact you?
Text or Call
Kaylee (916) 910-8200 or
Thomas (916) 869-6302
Is there an age/height requirement for horseback riding?
Had to be 7 years or older. You can double check with Kennedy Meadows.