Once upon a time, in the picturesque town of Eagle, Colorado, a music festival set the stage for a love story that was to unfold in the most unexpected of ways. It was the summer of 2019 and music filled the mountain air as the Bonfire Block Party kicked off in Eagle, Colorado. Two hours from home, Rachel found herself working at the box office. Little did she know she would meet her future husband while reminding lingering guests to finish their last call beers during egress.

Enter Zach, who was there after being "volun-told" to work the event by his friend and matchmaker, Erinn Hoban. As attendees slowly filtered out for the night, Rachel and Zach struck up a conversation that led to an immediate connection. There was no way Zach was leaving without getting her number, even if they did live hours apart. A casual chat under the starlit sky marked the beginning of something extraordinary.

They met up in Denver a few weeks later for their very first date. The date was nothing short of magical, a perfect blend of laughter, shared stories, and an unmistakable connection. It went so well that they didn't want to wait for the whims of time and distance; they met again the very next day for a second date, knowing it would be a while before their paths could cross again. And as the adage goes, the rest is indeed history.

Over the years, their long-distance bond grew stronger through outdoor adventures, a shared love of cooking and delicious food, and incredible memories as they traveled to destinations around the world.

After almost four years of cultivating love and partnership, Zach knew he wanted to embark on the next adventure. While enjoying the beauty of Thailand, he proposed to Rachel on the beach at Naka Island, surrounded by stunning scenery at low tide on a stormy afternoon. Of course, she ecstatically said yes!

They celebrated their engagement with close friends and family in June 2023, nearing the anniversary of when they first met back at that small mountain town festival that changed the course of their lives.

Now, as they approach their five-year anniversary in June 2024, Zach and Rachel continue to dance to the rhythm of their shared passions. Their love is a melody composed of travel, outdoor adventures, a commitment to building community, and a shared love for cooking and relishing good food. Their story is more than a series of events; it’s a celebration of moments, laughter, and love that continue to grow. This September, as they come together in marriage, they invite you to share in the joy and music of their lives, a symphony that began with a simple conversation under the stars in Eagle, Colorado.