Raspberry Hill Bed and Breakfast

Rehearsal Dinner

Wedding Day

Ceremony

Social Hour

Reception

Kids 

Fall

Our Wedding

Our Story

We are so excited to share this day with our friends and family. These pictures were taken by the amazing Elizabeth Nelson at Nelson Cinematic! Make sure to check her out and look forward to more incredible pictures as she helps us document this adventure. https://www.instagram.com/nelsoncinematic?igsh=MWllZ25uZmdpb2hnZw==

Photos

The wedding party

Lynn Vogan

Michael Schmidt

Janae is the sister in law of the bride. Janae has been Lynn’s best friend, inspiration, and sister since Lynn was 12 years old!

Janae Vogan

Nicole is the older sister of the groom. Mike could not think of anyone he would want more than Nicole to stand by his side. 

Nicole Smith

Claire is the best friend of the bride and is ready to bring the party! 

Claire Larson

Mike met Colby in college and are still good friends to this day. 

Colby Connely

Clara is the niece of the groom and can’t wait to  call the Bride Aunt Lynnie 

Clara Ann Smith

Joshy is the nephew of the bride and was so excited to stand next to Mike at the wedding! 

Joshua Vogan

Brielle is the niece of the Bride and will be the best dressed at the wedding!! 

Brielle Vogan

Wyatt is the nephew of the groom and is ready to keep those rings safe! 

Wyatt Smith

The parents

Sharon Vogan 

Debra Schmidt

John Vogan 

Edward Schmidt

The ushers

Brian Vogan 

Doug Dannen

Neal Smith

Scott Vogan

Tom Dannen

Tom Vogan

The Wedding Party

Q + A

Where to stay: 

1. For our out of town guests we have secured the room block below, in Ankeny, IA, at a discounted rate of $129 a night. This is for the nights of September 19, 2025 and September 20, 2025. This is approximately 30 minutes from the venue. 2. Other lodging is available in Ankeny and Ames on an individual basis. 3. We will do out best to help coordinate carpools and rides to the venue for those who require transportation. For any questions, concerns, or help please contact the bride or groom. 4. Please book at the link below by August 19, 2025 to secure the discounted rate! <a href="https:" />https://www.wyndhamhotels.com/wyndham-garden/ankeny-iowa/wyndham-garden-ankeny-ia/rooms-rates?brand_id=GN&checkInDate=9/19/2025&checkOutDate=9/21/2025&useWRPoints=false&children=0&groupCode=091925VOG&iata=00093796&adults=1&rooms=1&loc=ChIJyX_R8ROF7ocR7Nw11ecOsIU&sessionId=1737573633</a>

Getting to the venue:

Raspberry Hill Bed And Breakfast Ames IA, 5500 240th St, Ames, IA 50014

1. Here are the directions from the Wyndham Garden in Ankeny to the venue: https://www.google.com/maps/dir/Wyndham+Garden+Ankeny-Des+Moines+Hotel+%26+Events+Center,+133+SE+Delaware+Ave,+Ankeny,+IA+50021/Raspberry+Hill+Bed+And+Breakfast+Ames+IA,+240th+Street,+Ames,+IA/@41.8703419,-93.7947659,11z/data=!3m1!4b1!4m14!4m13!1m5!1m1!1s0x87ee8f2900f65389:0xcee531329e17516f!2m2!1d-93.5795262!2d41.730709!1m5!1m1!1s0x87ee7995d5867a13:0xe831db85e1238b71!2m2!1d-93.6895899!2d42.0050034!3e0?entry=ttu&amp;g_ep=EgoyMDI1MDExNS4wIKXMDSoASAFQAw%3D%3D2. Once you turn into the driveway, follow the road around. There will be parking attendants directing you to where you can park.

Michael & Lynn

Michael & Lynn

M&L

Wedding Day

4:15 PM–5:00 PM

Ceremony

5:00 PM–6:00 PM

Social Hour

6:00 PM–10:00 PM

Reception