Deer Flat Ranch

Wedding Day

Our Wedding

Kelsey and Zac met in high school in the spring of 2017. The two met through yearbook class, and that continued going into their senior year. Being just friends throughout the year, Zac asked Kelsey to prom in the May 2018. They went with a handful of Kelsey's high school friends and had a great time together. Given their last names, Kelsey and Zac sat right next to each other during their high school graduation ceremony. Kelsey recalls Zac's famous "turn around and thumbs up" right after they received their diploma cover and exited the ExtraMile Arena stage. After texting for most of the following summer, Kelsey and Zac began college and naturally parted ways. Over four years would pass before Zac texted Kelsey again in September 2022. Two weeks of reconnecting over text later and they went on their first date at Mongolian BBQ. Kelsey and Zac agree that finding each other the second time was the best thing to ever happen. They got to know each other on a whole new level and quickly developed a bond that continues to today. They've gone on dates including movies, tennis, and hour-long dates when Kelsey is on her work lunch break. They've also camped in Cascade, walked along the Oregon and California coasts, spent quality time with families on Sundays, and plenty more. Kelsey and Zac moved in together in June 2024 with Zac already having an engagement ring in hand. On a foggy Oregon coast morning in September 2024, he proposed in Kelsey's favorite spot in Cannon Beach. After a year and a half engaged, Kelsey and Zac are ready to make things official and celebrate their love with their close friends and families.

Our Story

Photos

Aly Marion

Kyler Terashima 

Kaitlyn Kerkman 

Seth DeBoard

Alyssa Pearl

Colton Kerkman 

Kate Nettles

Thomas Bartlett 

Maggie Carlson

Zach Flannery

Haley Robinson

Kaleb Lee

Jordan Taylor

Conner Rehwalt

Wedding Party

Q + A

We got a hotel block that is available for guests to take advantage. If you are calling to make a reservation please you use the code above or say you are wanting to book a room under the Dean wedding. Under the reservation there are 8 rooms with 2 Queen beds and 12 rooms with a single King bed. Guests are responsible for their own accommodation. To take advantage of the hotel block, guests must be booked by June 11, 2026. We chose this hotel because you are in the middle of the Valley. From this hotel you will be on the south side of Eagle road which will give you access to the freeway, restaurants, entertainment, or anything else you might need during your stay. We tried picking a central location. The venue is about 25-30 minutes away from the hotel but you are about 15 from the Boise airport.

Tru by Hilton Meridian Boise West

Travel

Just across the street from our hotel block!

Topgolf Boise

Outlet mall with tons of food options too!

The Village at Meridian

One of Kelsey and Zac's favorite summer activities. June is the perfect time of year to float the Boise River!

Boise River Raft & Tube Rentals

This shopping center is another great outlet mall that's closer to the venue.

District 208 (Formerly Karcher Mall)

Zoo Boise

Kelsey and Zac's favorite food truck spot! Each day is different with food truck options, but the food and drink options are so good! Location has moved to a new location behind Payette Brewing Company.

Green Acres Food Truck Park

Professional soccer is now in Boise! The team is playing their inaugural season at Expo Idaho in Garden City.

Athletic Club Boise 

Things to Do

Registry

Ultimate Formal Attire Shopping Guide

25 Hand-Picked Formal Guest Dresses

Tux vs. Suit: What's the Difference?

We are asking that our guests wear formal attire. While we do understand we are getting married in the summer we ask that guests do not wear shorts or denim of any kind.Please feel free to wear all the florals you want. Our theme is summer garden party.This is Idaho in the summer, so the weather could range anywhere from 70 degrees and rainy to 100 degrees and sunny. Please plan accordingly.A question frequently asked is about men’s attire. You do not need to show up in a suit! We just ask you wear nice dress pants and a nice top. Thank you.

Dress Code

Kelsey + Zac

Kelsey + Zac

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