Wedding Day

Salyer Estate

Reception

Ceremony

Our Wedding

Long before they met, God was faithfully guiding each step.In 2023, Michelle felt a deep desire to find a church home where she could grow, serve, and feel spiritually aligned. After being invited to visit First Covenant Church in Eureka, she began watching the services online. Week after week, she felt drawn in by the worship, the teaching, and the presence of a community rooted in faith. In October 2023, she attended her first in-person service. From that day, she knew she had found the place she had been praying for. She began attending regularly— unaware that God was preparing something even more beautiful.On December 24th, 2023, after the service and in the Peterson House next door, Kolton &amp; Michelle met for the first time. On a day that celebrates the greatest gift ever given, God quietly began writing their love story. What began as a simple introduction quickly grew into something intentional and steady. Their connection was grounded in shared faith, deep conversation, mutual respect, and a sincere desire to honor God in their relationship. Michelle was drawn to Kolton’s faith, warm smile, and unwavering character. Kolton admired Michelle’s grace, warmth, and kind heart. As they prayed about each other and got to know one another, it became clear that their relationship was divinely orchestrated. Later down the road, on June 29th, 2025, below Kolton’s parents’ home in Salyer, California, he asked Michelle for her hand in marriage. She had no idea the proposal was coming, even though she often spoke of their future together. In the same place where Michelle was baptized in 2024, he got down on one knee and asked her to spend forever with him. She said yes, of course! Now, on June 27th, 2026, they will stand before God and their loved ones to enter into the covenant of marriage on the same property where he proposed. With excitement, they look forward to a lifetime of loving one another, starting a family &amp; building a home rooted in faith.

Our Story

Aaliyah Stapp

Andrew Hancock

Angelica Mendez

Brianna Heredia

Derek Maples

John McKenzie

Kaden Martin

Kellie Ullom

Kendall Morris

Kenzi Hayes

Kesslyn Hansen

Kiah Marcuz

Kyle Tanuma

Malachi Herrera

Matt Brown

Steven Stapp

Ximena Stapp

Zac Jurak

Wedding Party

Call and request to reserve as a wedding guest under Kolton & Michelle. You must reserve by April 15th, otherwise our hotel block will forfeit & it will be up to you to secure accommodation elsewhere

China Creek Cottages

Air BnB Recommendations Below 

Entire Cottage In Willow Creek

River View Glamping Dome

Home In Willow Creek

Rivertop Glamping, Birdseye View

Where to Stay

Photos

Things to Do

Cocktail Attire: Chic, relaxed, and a little sun-kissed. Think suits (ties optional) or blazers for men and summer dresses, jumpsuits, or tailored separates for women.Lean into Mediterranean-inspired fabrics and colors: breathable linens, lightweight cottons, ruffled or breezy silhouettes, and a palette of neutrals, sea blue, and warm yellow/orange.Comfortable dress shoes or dressy sandals are perfect for our outdoor venue in Salyer, CA on June 27, 2026.

Outfit Inspo Below 

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