Our wedding venue is in a unique location, and we want our guests to be as prepared and comfortable as possible! Read through our "Need to Knows". If you have any questions or need special accommodations not listed here, let us know.

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-> Cell Phone Service: Cell phone service is spotty once you enter the desert, and you may lose service completely in different areas. Download important things you need to access on your phone (like music, maps, etc.) before you enter the Joshua Tree area.

-> Weather: September in Joshua Tree is an average of 90 degrees in the daytime, and 60 degrees at night. The desert can be chilly at night, even with very hot days; plan on bringing a jacket for the evening.

Remember to check the weather report before you pack for your weekend. We suggest that you bring a plan B outfit and shoes in case it is hotter or colder than expected.

-> Dress Code: We are having a formal wedding, but most of our events are outdoors. Wear comfortable formal wear. If you have any questions about dress code, reach out to us via phone or email and ask!

-> Friday, Welcome Drinks: Casual.

Wear whatever you want.

-> Saturday, Ceremony & Reception: Formal.

Men: Button down shirts, ties, bow ties, suspenders, hats (not baseball hats), nice pants and comfortable shoes. You do not have to wear a jacket to the ceremony, but we suggest you bring one for later in the evening when it gets chilly.

Ladies: A comfortable, light, formal dress. Everything is outdoors. Floor length things may get dirty.

-> Ceremony & Reception: The location of our Ceremony & Reception is 100% outdoors and it has no cell phone service, no running water, and no electricity. Wear sunscreen! Drink plenty of water. Bring a hat or parasol, sunglasses, and comfortable shoes.

-> Bathrooms: We will have fancy Port 0' Potties, so be prepared to have limited space when going to the restroom. (Have no fear, they will have lighting and air conditioning)

-> Children: Please be aware that the venue is not child-friendly. If you have to bring your child, let us know and we will accommodate you as best we can.

-> Transportation: There will only be shuttles running on Saturday. You will be responsible for your own transportation to and from the Welcome Drinks, and to breakfast Sunday morning..

-> Shuttles will be available for parents who want to bring their child back to their hotel. The shuttles will stop at the Best Western and Pioneertown Motel. If you are staying in a different place, plan to have a vehicle with you. If you are driving yourself and need directions to the ceremony & reception, email maggie.e.cutler@gmail.com

Things to Pack:

1. Something casual for the Welcome Drinks and something formal for the Ceremony

2. Something comfortable for the sound bath (if attending)

3. Sunglasses, sunscreen and a hat

4. Comfortable walking shoes or boots (if you want to hike or explore the area)

5. A light jacket

6. lotion and chap stick

7. Don't forget a swim suit (the Best Western has a pool)