Join us for a weekend of fun! We want to spend quality time with all of you, so we figured, why not extend the fun? We have a full weekend of camp fun planned for you. Stay over with us in cabins, join us for a potluck cook out, bonfires, a camp field day and more!
NOTE: All events and times may change. We just wanted to give you an idea of what the wedding weekend will look like.
1243 East Fruitvale Road, Montague, MI, 49437, United States
Welcome to camp! Join us for the day before the wedding with a potluck, campfire, open mic night and more!
4:00 PM
4:00 PM
Welcome to Camp Quinler
The Fort
Arrive for the weekend and check-in. Settle into your bunks, meet other guests, play some lawn games, or go for a swim at the swimming beach next door. This is your time to relax and take it all in, or help with last minute wedding preparations!
Note: swimming is only allowed at the designated swimming spot located next to Camp Pendalouan, no swimming at the camp. Swim at your own risk, no lifeguards on duty.
6:00 PM–7:45 PM
6:00 PM–7:45 PM
Potluck Cookout
The Pavilion
Bring a dish to pass and join Maia and Alex in a potluck style cookout meal. Grilled meat and veg mains will be provided, but we truly believe that love is shared through food. We will relish the chance to try your favorite foods or family recipes!
BYOB:
Bring whatever drinks you would like for the evening. Please note that the camp does not allow open liquor bottles. However, you are welcome to bring pre-mixed cocktails, beer, wine, etc. Please honor this rule to help Maia + Alex stay stress free!
7:30 PM
7:30 PM
S'mores-gåsbord
Head over to the Great Bear Fire Circle and join us in a mix of Scandinavian and American traditions. We take the Swedish Smörgåsbord and fuse it with the American campfire classic, s'mores. An entire buffet style spread of s'more fixings. Please bring a topping if you feel so inclined!
8:00 PM
8:00 PM
Campfire Open Mic
The Great Bear Fire Circle
We are fortunate to have SO many talented loved ones, that hosting an open mic seemed imperative. The Great Bear Fire Circle features a natural stage and stadium seating, perfect for a show. Grab an instrument, your voice, your sock puppets, or a good story, and settle in for an evening of entertainment. Whatever your talent, be it musical or otherwise, we would love to see you perform (no pressure!) And yes, we fully expect the open mic to devolve into a sing along after everyone has had their chance to shine.
Camp Quinler Field Day
Saturday, September 7, 2024
9:00 AM
Camp Quinler
Attire: Camp Casual: bonus points if you don an old camp T-shirt or wear your best Moonrise Kingdom inspired outfit!
Relax and enjoy all that camp has to offer! Join the bride and groom in a fun-filled field day before the wedding.
There will be canoeing, archery, axe throwing, crafting, and more! If you are feeling adventurous you can even try your hand at Hurling (that weird Irish sport that Alex and Maia love to play.)
8:30 AM–10:00 AM
8:30 AM–10:00 AM
Self-Serve Breakfast
The Lodge Annex
Coffee, tea, instant oatmeal, yogurt, fruit, and various toppings. You are welcome to eat at the pavilion or around camp.
10:00 AM–2:00 PM
10:00 AM–2:00 PM
Field Day Activities
Camp Quinler
A mix of different camp activities, including archery, axe throwing, canoeing, hurling, lawn games, and crafts!
11:30 AM–1:30 PM
11:30 AM–1:30 PM
Self-Serve Lunch
The Lodge Annex
A build your own sandwich bar and some light snacks will be provided. Feel free to take it with you to eat around the camp, or in The Pavilion.
10:30 AM–4:00 PM
10:30 AM–4:00 PM
Trail Mix Bar
The Pavilion
A trail mix bar will be set out all day to get your snack fix.
2:45 PM–3:45 PM
2:45 PM–3:45 PM
Welcome Mingle
The Pavilion
If you are finished getting ready for the ceremony early, or have just arrived for the day's festivities, you are welcome to join other guests at The Pavilion for trail mix and light refreshments before the ceremony starts.
Wedding Ceremony and Reception
Saturday, September 7, 2024
3:00 PM
YMCA Camp Pendalouan
1243 East Fruitvale Road, Montague, MI, 49437, United States
Attire: Forest Formal - think fancy cocktail party with sensible footwear
4:00 PM
4:00 PM
Ceremony
Boyden Chapel
4:30 PM
4:30 PM
Cocktail Hour with Tortilla Chip Bar
The Lodge Porch
6:00 PM
6:00 PM
Taco Dinner
The Lodge
7:30 PM
7:30 PM
Dancing
The Lodge Porch
Camp Brunch and Beach Day
Sunday, September 8, 2024
9:00 AM
We wrap up our camp fun and head to Lake Michigan for an epic beach day!
9:00 AM–11:00 AM
9:00 AM–11:00 AM
Camp Brunch
The Lodge Annex
Attire: casual
A hot and cold brunch buffet will be served.
11:00 AM
11:00 AM
Cabin Check Out Time
All guests must be packed and checked out of their cabins by 11:00. Please clean up any trash etc. that may be left behind. Thank you!
9:00 AM–11:30 AM
9:00 AM–11:30 AM
Pack-up and Clean-up
We would LOVE your help packing away wedding decor and cleaning up our mess!
12:00 PM
12:00 PM
Beach Day!
Meinert Park
8390 Meinert Park Road, Montague, MI, 49437, United States
Attire: Swimsuits and sunscreen!
Grab a to-go lunch somewhere and head to Meinert Park Beach for an afternoon of Lake Michigan fun! There is a fee to enter, but we can carpool. More details to come.