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Riley and Kelsey met while attending college at the University of Minnesota Duluth.

While the two of them had the same friends since their first year as Bulldogs, Lacrosse games and Track meets on opposite schedules kept them from&nbsp;meeting until their junior year. 



They were first introduced by Kelsey’s best friend Megan, and Riley's best friend Trevor (who are also dating and are in the wedding party)&mdash;and yes it is super fun that we can all hang out together now! But the love spark didn’t happen until New Years Eve 2014. Riley and Kelsey had&nbsp;barely spoken to each other until the point when they went to hug each other and say “Happy New Year”! They both felt something incredibly strong happen between them, so much so that Kelsey ran away in awkwardness (Classic).



From that point on the two began dating, and officially became a couple on June 8th, 2014!



For the past 6 years of their dating life, Riley and Kelsey have thoroughly enjoyed being together. The couple loves hiking, camping, and learning new skills. They even moved to Portland for two years before returning home to be closer to family.



On December 27th, 2018 Riley got down on one knee into an icy cold puddle by the lift bridge near Grandma’s Restaurant in Duluth (the spot that they had their first date years ago), and asked Kelsey to be his wife. This was the most perfect proposal Kelsey could have asked for as it brought their relationship full circle. 



Kelsey and Riley cannot wait for you to join their adventure and be a&nbsp;part of the greatest day of their lives, the day they become husband and wife.&nbsp;

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COVID-19 Related Updates

Protection Policy

POSTPONED&nbsp;Due to the uncertain circumstances of COVID-19 we have decided to postpone our wedding. We look forward to celebrating with you on 10/9/2021!

Weekend Timeline

Wedding Weekend Timeline

Friday October 8th, 2021&nbsp;6:30p.m. Rehersal Dinner for the Wedding Party&nbsp;at The NorthShore Winery7:15p.m. Pizza Dinner for the Wedding Party at the NorthShore Winery&nbsp;7:30p.m.-9:00p.m. Meet at Greet with the Couple at the NorthShore Winery and Lutsen Resort on&nbsp;Lake SuperiorSaturday October 9th, 20212:00p.m. Ceremony at the Lutsen Resort on Lake Superior&nbsp;2:30p.m.-3:30p.m. Cocktail Hour and Appetizers on the Patio&nbsp;3:45p.m. Formal Welcome at&nbsp;the Dining Hall&nbsp;4:00p.m.&nbsp;5:15p.m. Dinner&nbsp;5:30p.m. Dessert in the Ballroom&nbsp;5:40p.m. First Dances&nbsp;6:00p.m.-10:00p.m. Dance Dance DANCE!&nbsp;:)&nbsp;10:00p.m. Couple Send Off9:00p.m.-???&nbsp;Bonfire on the Beach&nbsp;

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In addition to being a cousin of the bride, Kendra and Kelsey have been best friends since before they could talk. She is the sister that Kelsey never had, and keeps Kelsey balanced and level headed. She may be younger by 6 months, but truly has always been someone for Kelsey to look up to. A great person and role model, she will always support the bride and groom through any of life's ups and downs!

Kendra Babcock

Friend of the Groom since&nbsp;before High School. Whether Spencer and Riley discuss their shared careers in&nbsp;engineering or what beer/brat/cheese curd combo is best, the conversations are deeply philosophical and hilarious. Spencer has always been there for Riley and we look forward to him being there for us as a couple always.

Spencer Kuehn

Sister of the groom, but great friend of the bride! Kelsey cannot wait to OFFICIALLY&nbsp;have a sister&nbsp;(especially one like Carly!)!

Carly Kirkpatrick

Megan and Kelsey were instant best friends when they met during their sophomore year at college!&nbsp;Megan actually facilitated Riley and Kelsey meeting each other as her boyfriend, Trevor, and Riley grew up in Madison, WI&nbsp;together!&nbsp;

Megan Waltenburg

Autumn and Kelsey became lifelong friends while in the trenches of their undergraduate and graduate degrees. Now both SLPs, they continue to support each other through their professional careers, wedding planning, and anything else life throws at them!&nbsp;

Autumn Arendt

Lindsey and Kelsey are lifelong friends and adventure buddies. No matter the miles between them, these two have stuck to each other's side. This friendship knows no bounds, and these two will never stop supporting each other.&nbsp;

Lindsey Wente

Best friend&nbsp;since kindergarten, Kallen has truly been there through all of the things!&nbsp;Ask her about some embarrassing Kelsey outfits, orchestra stories, and boy mishaps. Kelsey and Kallen have shared many wonderful memories and are looking forward to more as they both enter married life!&nbsp;&nbsp;

Kallen Knott

Riley is looking forward to officially calling Chase his brother.&nbsp;Chase is currently a civil engineering student at UMD, a program which Riley was a part of before switching to the industrial engineering program. Like&nbsp;brothers, there is always a friendly rivalry between the two;&nbsp;mostly over games of Catan and Euchre.

Chase Ernste

As cousin of the Groom, these two have grown up together. They have shared a lifetime of&nbsp;Thanksgivings, Christmas's and&nbsp;fourth of July's at the cabin.&nbsp;It's extra special that this guy falls into both the family and friend categories!

Patrick Moarn

Trevor and Riley have been causing trouble together for a long time. From middle school lacrosse teammates to Freshmen year roommates at UMD, these two have created many memories together and Kelsey and Riley look forward to making more with him in the future.

Trevor Butkiewicz

Another long-term friend of the Groom. Chris and Riley&nbsp;lived together in Duluth and somehow these two were able to keep the roof from falling in on them. Maybe it was luck, but maybe they are just better as a team. Riley and Kelsey&nbsp;are thrilled to include Chris in their&nbsp;wedding party team also.

Chris Luebke

Jake and Riley became close during their time at UMD. Together they have&nbsp;braved the&nbsp;cold&nbsp;city&nbsp;streets&nbsp;of downtown Duluth&nbsp;and&nbsp;the trails close to the shore&nbsp;of Lake Superior. Who knows what these two will talk about while&nbsp;sharing a glass of whisky and a cigar.

Jake Losen

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There are a block of rooms available for our guests. The block will be held until 8/21/2021. After that date you may still make reservations under the "Ernste/Kirkpatrick" wedding group but the rooms will also be available to other resort guests as well. Please call the Lutsen Resort at 800-218-8589 or 218-663-7212 to make your reservations. Requesting the block via phone gives you access to some wedding-guest-only perks. :) Any reservations made for the original wedding date (pre-COVID) should have been automatically transferred to our new date. However, I strongly encourage contacting the Lutsen Resort to confirm your previously made reservation. **with a limited number of guest spots, we were unable to accommodate large families, please confirm with Riley or Kelsey the number of people in your party if you plan to book your lodging prior to receiving your official invitation** Please book only through the resort! Ask for the "Ernste/Kirkpatrick" wedding block when booking! There are a variety of options available from standard hotel rooms to condo options that can sleep from 2-10 people. Please plan on staying 10/8-10/10 as there is a 2 night minimum at the resort. I have been ensured that it is only a 2 night minimum for wedding guests. If you have any issues with this, please let me know and I will follow up with our wedding coordinator. We will be planning a variety of activities Friday night for your enjoyment! If you are a party of 2 please book one of the rooms available in the Main Lodge first. Once those are filled feel free to book at any of the options the resort offers! Thank you for taking the time to celebrate our love with us. We are so looking forward to having you all join us on this special day!

Lutsen Resort On Lake Superior

Near Lutsen MountainsMake yourself at home in one of the 29 air-conditioned rooms featuring flat-screen televisions. Complimentary wireless Internet access keeps you connected, and satellite programming is available for your entertainment. Bathrooms have bathtubs or showers and hair dryers. Conveniences include separate sitting areas and fans, and housekeeping is provided on request.When you stay at The Mountain Inn at Lutsen in Lutsen, you'll be next to a golf course, just steps from Superior National Forest and 10 minutes by foot from Lutsen Mountains.  This golf motel is 0.8 mi (1.3 km) from North Shore Winery and 1.8 mi (2.9 km) from Superior National Golf Course.Distances are displayed to the nearest 0.1 mile and kilometer.  Superior National Forest - 0.1 km / 0.1 mi  Lutsen Mountains - 0.9 km / 0.5 mi  North Shore Winery - 1.3 km / 0.8 mi  Superior National Golf Course - 2.7 km / 1.7 mi  Lake Superior - 3.6 km / 2.3 mi  Ray Berglund State Wayside - 7.7 km / 4.8 mi  Cascade River State Park - 10.7 km / 6.6 mi  Caribou Lake - 13.7 km / 8.5 mi  North Shore Commercial Fishing Museum - 13.9 km / 8.7 mi  Temperance River State Park - 16.5 km / 10.2 mi  Christine Lake - 18.2 km / 11.3 mi  Carlton Peak - 19.2 km / 12 mi  Cross River Heritage Center - 20.2 km / 12.5 mi  Cut Face Creek - 23.1 km / 14.4 mi  Caribou Falls State Wayside - 33 km / 20.5 mi  The preferred airport for The Mountain Inn at Lutsen is Duluth, MN (DLH-Duluth Intl.) - 153.8 km / 95.6 mi Take in the views from a terrace and a garden and make use of amenities such as complimentary wireless Internet access. Additional amenities at this motel include concierge services, a fireplace in the lobby, and a picnic area.The front desk is staffed during limited hours. Free self parking is available onsite.

The Mountain Inn at Lutsen

Near Lutsen MountainsMake yourself at home in one of the 74 air-conditioned rooms featuring fireplaces and flat-screen televisions. Complimentary wireless Internet access keeps you connected, and satellite programming is available for your entertainment. Conveniences include refrigerators and microwaves, and housekeeping is provided on a limited basis.With a stay at Eagle Ridge Resort at Lutsen Mountains in Lutsen, you'll be next to a golf course, just steps from Lutsen Mountains and a 4-minute drive from Superior National Golf Course.  This golf hotel is 7.1 mi (11.4 km) from Cascade River State Park.Distances are displayed to the nearest 0.1 mile and kilometer.  Superior National Forest - 0.1 km / 0.1 mi  Lutsen Mountains - 0.1 km / 0.1 mi  North Shore Winery - 2.1 km / 1.3 mi  Superior National Golf Course - 3.5 km / 2.1 mi  Lake Superior - 4 km / 2.5 mi  Ray Berglund State Wayside - 8.4 km / 5.2 mi  Cascade River State Park - 11.4 km / 7.1 mi  Caribou Lake - 14.4 km / 8.9 mi  North Shore Commercial Fishing Museum - 14.7 km / 9.1 mi  Temperance River State Park - 17.2 km / 10.7 mi  Christine Lake - 18.9 km / 11.7 mi  Carlton Peak - 20 km / 12.4 mi  Cross River Heritage Center - 20.9 km / 13 mi  Temperance River - 23.6 km / 14.6 mi  Cut Face Creek - 23.8 km / 14.8 mi  The preferred airport for Eagle Ridge Resort at Lutsen Mountains is Duluth, MN (DLH-Duluth Intl.) - 154.5 km / 96 mi Enjoy the convenience of ski-in/ski-out access at this hotel, which also features a nightclub and an outdoor pool. Additional amenities at this hotel include complimentary wireless Internet access, ski storage, and gift shops/newsstands.Featured amenities include express check-out, laundry facilities, and ATM/banking services. Limited parking is available onsite.Satisfy your appetite with American cuisine at Papa Charlie's, one of the hotel's 3 restaurants.

Eagle Ridge Resort at Lutsen Mountains

Near North Shore Commercial Fishing MuseumMake yourself at home in one of the 51 air-conditioned rooms featuring refrigerators and microwaves. Complimentary wireless Internet access keeps you connected, and cable programming is available for your entertainment. Detached private bathrooms have complimentary toiletries and hair dryers. Conveniences include desks and coffee/tea makers, as well as phones with free local calls.Located in Tofte, AmericInn by Wyndham Tofte Near Lake Superior is in a rural location, within a 15-minute walk of Superior National Forest and Lake Superior.  This hotel is 9.6 mi (15.5 km) from Lutsen Mountains and 0.5 mi (0.8 km) from North Shore Commercial Fishing Museum.Distances are displayed to the nearest 0.1 mile and kilometer.  Superior National Forest - 0.1 km / 0.1 mi  Lake Superior - 0.1 km / 0.1 mi  North Shore Commercial Fishing Museum - 0.8 km / 0.5 mi  Temperance River State Park - 1.8 km / 1.1 mi  Carlton Peak - 4.5 km / 2.8 mi  Cross River Heritage Center - 5.4 km / 3.4 mi  Ray Berglund State Wayside - 6.4 km / 3.9 mi  Superior National Golf Course - 12.1 km / 7.5 mi  North Shore Winery - 13.4 km / 8.3 mi  Lutsen Mountains - 15.5 km / 9.6 mi  Caribou Falls State Wayside - 18.3 km / 11.3 mi  Caribou Falls - 18.7 km / 11.6 mi  George H. Crosby Manitou State Park - 19.4 km / 12.1 mi  Cascade River State Park - 21.1 km / 13.1 mi  Caribou Lake - 24.1 km / 15 mi  The preferred airport for AmericInn by Wyndham Tofte Near Lake Superior is Duluth, MN (DLH-Duluth Intl.) - 139.1 km / 86.4 mi Take advantage of recreation opportunities such as an indoor pool, or other amenities including complimentary wireless Internet access and gift shops/newsstands. This hotel also features a fireplace in the lobby, a picnic area, and barbecue grills.Featured amenities include a business center, complimentary newspapers in the lobby, and a 24-hour front desk. Free self parking is available onsite.A complimentary continental breakfast is included.

AmericInn by Wyndham Tofte Near Lake Superior

Close to downhill skiingMake yourself at home in one of the 28 guestrooms featuring refrigerators. Complimentary wireless Internet access keeps you connected, and satellite programming is available for your entertainment. Private bathrooms with shower/tub combinations feature complimentary toiletries and hair dryers. Conveniences include coffee/tea makers, and housekeeping is provided on request.When you a stay at Cascade Lodge in Lutsen, you'll be next to a golf course, just steps from Superior National Forest and Lake Superior.  This beach hotel is 11.2 mi (18 km) from Lutsen Mountains and 0.1 mi (0.1 km) from Cascade River State Park.Distances are displayed to the nearest 0.1 mile and kilometer.  Superior National Forest - 0.1 km / 0.1 mi  Lake Superior - 0.1 km / 0.1 mi  Cascade River State Park - 0.1 km / 0.1 mi  Cut Face Creek - 5.8 km / 3.6 mi  Superior National Golf Course - 15.8 km / 9.8 mi  Grand Marais Art Colony - 15.9 km / 9.9 mi  North Shore Winery - 16 km / 9.9 mi  Cook County Court House - 16 km / 9.9 mi  Sivertson Gallery - 16 km / 9.9 mi  Cook County North Shore Hospital & Care Center - 16.1 km / 10 mi  North Shore Health - 16.1 km / 10 mi  Cook County Public Tennis Courts - 16.6 km / 10.3 mi  Lutsen Mountains - 18 km / 11.2 mi  Caribou Lake - 18.5 km / 11.5 mi  Pincushion Mountain - 19.3 km / 12 mi  The preferred airport for Cascade Lodge is Duluth, MN (DLH-Duluth Intl.) - 166.8 km / 103.6 mi Relax on the private beach or enjoy other recreational amenities such as ski-in/ski-out access. Additional features at this hotel include complimentary wireless Internet access, a picnic area, and barbecue grills.Featured amenities include luggage storage and laundry facilities. Free self parking is available onsite.Satisfy your appetite with American cuisine at Cascade Restaurant Pub, a restaurant which features a bar/lounge. Dining is also available at the coffee shop/café. Cooked-to-order breakfasts are available daily from 7:30 AM to 1:00 PM for a fee.

Kelsey & Riley

Kelsey & Riley

Registry

Thank you for the generous gift!

Love, Kelsey and Riley

Registry

Thank you for the generous gift! Love, Kelsey and Riley

Thank you for the generous gift!

Love, Kelsey and Riley