Wedding Day Guest Arrival

Ceremony

Reception

Ceremony Begins

Cocktail Hour

Reception Starts

Small Bites and Tapas

First Dance / Speech and Toasts

Enjoy Party

Goodbyes

Our Wedding

Our story began in January 2025 when we arranged to meet for a first date at the beloved Mosier Company. Michael, who had recently returned from staying in British Columbia during a layoff and was preparing to return to the US Forest Service, was immediately smitten upon seeing Brittany—it took all of about 30 minutes for the love bug to strike, though she was the shy one initially! We shared a delicious Farmers Pizza and great conversation, kicking off a romance that quickly sped up. In a great gamble that paid off the jackpot, Brittany invited Michael on a multi-day retreat near Mount Hood the very next week! Though we hardly knew each other, we instantly bonded while cooking, starting a mushroom puzzle, making hot toddies, and walking together in the flurries of the snowy, magical forest. Our early months involved Michael making the regular drive from Washougal to see Brittany. This continued until late March when duty called him back to Arizona for wildland fire season. Knowing the distance would be tough, and driven by a strong desire to secure her love as his own before he left, Michael proposed! Along a special stretch of the Columbia River where we hunt for beach glass, she said yes! Six months felt like an eternity of fire lookout shifts, FaceTime screenshots, and dreaming of our future. Now, we’re joyfully back together—six weeks in, funnily enough, the exact amount of time we knew each other before the proposal—and ready to officially begin our lifelong journey. Turns out, Michael was destined to return to BC all along, because he can't wait to spend forever with Brittany Carrigan!

Our Story

Photos

Wedding Party

Travel

✔ Located in the scenic Rhododendron area amid rich forests✔ Close proximity to Mt. Hood (just 13 miles and 18 minutes to Government Camp) for thrilling outdoor activities like hiking and skiing.✔ Close to skiing with Mt Hood Ski Bowl just 13 miles (17 minutes) and Timberline Lodge just 20 miles (29 minutes) away✔ Nearby trails are perfect for nature walks and exploring with Zizag Mountain Trailhead just 3 miles (7 minutes) away! ✔ Minutes from local shops and charming eateries (3 miles or 7 minutes to the nearest market) ✔ Ideal location for experiencing Oregon’s stunning Cascade Range or the Columbia Gorge with Hood River 55 miles (1 hour) away. ✔ Flying in? The lodge is 43 miles (1 hour) from the Portland International Airport (PDX)

We can't wait to celebrate with you! Please note that all accommodations are located in and around Rhododendron, Oregon. The area is popular for winter getaways, so please book your stay for late January promptly! You can choose from private cabin rentals, local motels, or larger resorts. Here are a few places to begin your search: Hotels and Motels:• Mt. Hood Oregon Resort• Link: <a href="https://www.google.com/travel/search?q=Mt.+Hood+Oregon+Resort&amp;qs=MhRDZ3NJb19mSndjbTZoSUdlQVJBQg&amp;ts=CAESABoWEhQSEgoHCOoPEAEYGRIHCOoPEAEYHyoHCgU6A1VTRA" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Mt. Hood Oregon Resort</a> • Mt Air Motel• Link: <a href="https://www.google.com/travel/search?q=Mt+Air+Motel&amp;qs=MhRDZ3NJNk5LcTZLbm9oT1dRQVJBQg&amp;ts=CAESABoWEhQSEgoHCOoPEAEYGRIHCOoPEAEYHyoHCgU6A1VTRA" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Mt Air Motel</a> Resorts and Campgrounds (which might have cabins or lodging): • Lost Lake Resort &amp; Campground• Description: Lakeside retreat offering rustic rooms &amp; campsites, views of Mount Hood &amp; outdoor recreation.• Link: <a href="https://www.google.com/travel/search?q=Lost+Lake+Resort+%26+Campground&amp;qs=MhRDZ3NJLWF2TWwtLUhwS1BVQVJBQg&amp;ts=CAESABoWEhQSEgoHCOoPEAEYGRIHCOoPEAEYHw" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Lost Lake Resort &amp; Campground</a> • Frog Lake Campground• Link: <a href="https://www.google.com/travel/search?q=Frog+Lake+Campground&amp;qs=MhRDZ3NJMXZmNnRmU1ZrSk9fQVJBQg&amp;ts=CAESABoWEhQSEgoHCOoPEAEYGRIHCOoPEAEYHw" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Frog Lake Campground</a> Cabin:• Link: <a href="https://www.google.com/travel/search?q=Pet-friendly+Riverfront+Cabin+w/+Hot+Tub&amp;qs=MhRDZ3NJcEp6eG9QaWg0YnFSQVJBQg&amp;ts=CAESABoWEhQSEgoHCOoPEAEYGRIHCOoPEAEYHw" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Pet-friendly Riverfront Cabin w/ Hot Tub</a> • Airbnb: Search for "Rhododendron, Oregon" or nearby towns on Airbnb.com.

Places to Stay

Registr

<a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Nbe_rtee1wI&amp;t=1s" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Gift Ideas</a> <a href="https://www.amazon.com/wedding/share/BittnerandCarrigan" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Amazon Registry</a>

Our Registry

Limited parking available at wedding location (21395 E. Sycamore Rd, Rhododendron, OR 97049). More parking available up the main road located at 21249 and 21175 E Sycamore RD, Rhododendron, OR 97049. Please look for parking signage and carpool if possible.

Parking

Have specific questions? Reach out to Michael 360-833-3523

- Ceremony will be outside as long as weather permits. Please dress accordingly. No shoes allowed inside, please. - No pets allowed. - Attire: Semi formal, middle earth-esque clothing welcome; no orcs please.

Michael & Brittany