Fairmont Banff Springs

Wedding Day

Wedding

Reception

Our Wedding

The story of how this particular 'West Virginia boy' found his place in Calgary, Alberta is too long for this short space. However the pivotal plot point is that his journey really began when he met the love of his life in 2012. He first saw Mardi at her parents place and looked at her and said to himself - I am going to get that girl.

Jacob Lackman 

While Mardi grew up in rural Priddis, west of Calgary, her love of travel has taken her to the far corners of the globe. However, her heart finally found it's home when she met this good looking guy Jacob while he was out at her Priddis ranch. It was Jacob's superb diving and horseback riding skills that first caught her eye but that it was his personality that instantly won her heart.

Mardi Francis 

Between busy lives, Jacob and Mardi love traveling, skiing and getting out to enjoy the ranch with their dog "Arlo". Four years later, little did Mardi know, the last horseback ride of the year would lead to a surprise proposal. Good thing they were off the horses when he popped the question, as her scream could've added another level of excitement to the event! They are thrilled to be officially tying the knot at the Banff Springs on July 8th.

Jacob & Mardi

Our Story

Details

Brittney Francis

Andrew Lackman

Gillian Colborne

Josh Devereaux

Nav Phangureh

Dana Schott

Clint Treat

Josh Colborne 

Although Arlo would love to attend the wedding, his busy schedule of walks and chasing squirrels wont allow for him to be there. He send his regards!

Arlo 

Wedding Party

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Registry

Q + A

The Banff Springs has wonderful accommodations and is where we will be hosting our wedding. These rooms are on the more expensive side and sell out quickly. We have not blocked off any rooms under our name. For nearby hotels a short 4min cab ride away and less pricey please see Emily's Myers discounted rooms below.

Fairmont Banff Springs Hotel

The Calgary airport is the closet major airport to Banff and is at least an hour and 30 mins drive. Please see our links below for shuttles and car rental options.

Calgary International Airport

Banff during the summer months is very busy. 2017 in particular will be even busier than usual do to Parks Canada waiving park fees. As such, Hotel arrangements have been made to ensure that guests do not need to worry about finding accommodations.To book at hotel, please contact Emily Myers at Canaccom Group Travel (NOT the hotels- special arrangements had to be made in order to secure these blocks). Emily can be reached Monday-Friday 8:30AM-5:30PM MTN time via phone 403-338-0959 or email groups@canaccom.com Rooms will be available until February 1, 2017.Moose Hotel and SuitesSuperior hotel room with 2 queen beds $369 plus tax per night.Fox Hotel and SuitesStandard hotel room with 1 queen bed $329 plus tax per night.Ptarmigan InnSuperior Hotel Room with two queen beds $289 plus tax per night.The DeltaPremier Hotel Room with 2 queen beds or a single king and a fireplace $359 plus tax per night.Jr. Suite with a single king bed and a sitting area $429 plus tax per night.Charltons BanffA loft style hotel room with a single king bed $289 plus tax per night.Suite featuring a kitchenette, a queen bed and two twin beds $319 plus tax per night.Please note that the Moose Hotel and Suites, the Fox Hotel and Suites and the Ptarmigan Inn require a 2 night minimum stay. The Delta and the Charltons do not. Warmest Regards,Emily Myers, PresidentCANACCOM- Sport Team Travel INCPhone: 403-338-0959Toll Free: 888-699-8886Email: groups@canaccom.comWebsite: <a href="http://www.canaccom.com">www.canaccom.com</a>Your repeat business and referrals are truly appreciated and the greatest compliment we could receive. We pride ourselves on providing only the highest level of customer service to both our old friends and new ones alike!

Emily Myers

The town Banff is located in the Rocky Mountains on Alberta's western border with British Columbia. Banff is about an hour and half driving distance from Calgary, via the TransCanada Highway. For a stress free commute, you can grab the Banff Airporter Shuttle, departing from the Calgary Airport between 10:00am and 10:30pm. Upon your arrival, you'll find the ticket counter located inside the airport between exit doors 5 and 6 at area "B" of the main arrivals level. They are conveniently located between Tim Horton's and Starbucks!

Banff Airporter Inc Shuttle

For those that would like to drive, there are many options for car rentals at the Calgary airport. Please feel free to search Kyak for the best deal. Banff is an hour and a half drive west of Calgary. There are many scenic stops along the way to enjoy the views and wildlife, so make sure to give yourself plenty of time to enjoy.

Calgary Airtport Car rental

Travel

The Calgary Stampede is an annual rodeo, exhibition and festival held every July in Calgary, Alberta, Canada. The ten-day event, which bills itself as "The Greatest Outdoor Show on Earth", attracts over one million visitors per year and features one of the world's largest rodeos, a parade, midway, stage shows, concerts, agricultural competitions, chuckwagon racing and First Nations exhibitions.

Calgary, AB, Canada

Banff National Park is Canada's oldest national park, established in 1885 in the Rocky Mountains. The park, located 110–180 kilometres (68–112 mi) west of Calgary in the province of Alberta, encompasses 6,641 square kilometres (2,564 sq mi)[2] of mountainous terrain, with numerous glaciers and ice fields, dense coniferous forest, and alpine landscapes. The Icefields Parkway extends from Lake Louise, connecting to Jasper National Park in the north. Provincial forests and Yoho National Park are neighbours to the west, while Kootenay National Park is located to the south and Kananaskis Country to the southeast. The main commercial centre of the park is the town of Banff, in the Bow River valley. Activities in Banff Banff Gondola : <a href="https://www.brewster.ca/activities-in-the-rockies/brewster-attractions/banff-gondola/">https://www.brewster.ca/activities-in-the-rockies/...</a>Banff Hot springs: <a href="http://www.hotsprings.ca/banff-upper-hot-springs">http://www.hotsprings.ca/banff-upper-hot-springs</a>

Banff National Park

Lake Louise, named Lake of the Little Fishes by the Stoney Nakota First Nations people,[1] is a glacial lake within Banff National Park in Alberta, Canada. It is located 5 km (3.1 mi) west of the Hamlet of Lake Louise and the Trans-Canada Highway (Highway 1).A variety of hiking trails exist around the lake. Hiking trails include trips to Saddleback Pass, Fairview Mountain (2,744 m (9,003 ft)), Mirror Lake, Lake Agnes, Big Beehive, Little Beehive, Devils Thumb, Mount Whyte, and Mount Niblock. Some of these trails are open to mountain biking and horseback riding, and the surrounding mountain faces offer opportunities for rock climbing. Kayaking and canoeing are popular activities during summer, and a boat launch and rental facility are maintained on the north-eastern shore.

Lake Louise, AB, Canada

Whether it's exploring the TELUS Spark, the new Science Centre, taking in a 360 view at the top of the Calgary tower, or marvelling at the animals at the Calgary Zoo, a whole world awaits you in beautiful Calgary, Alberta. Check out our Calgary Map to plan out the best way to see all the attractions that the city has to offer.

Mardi & Jacob

Mardi & Jacob

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