Lighthouse Landing Cottages

Rehearsal

Jules’ Salty Grub & Island Pub

Welcome Party

Marina Park

Ceremony

Bald Head Association

Cocktail Hour

Reception

Please remember our ceremony location has changed to Marina Park on Bald Head Island!

Remember to book your ferry reservations in advance so there's no off chance the ferry is sold out and you're unable to make it in time. Another reminder, that there is a brief walk from the ferry to Marina Park and from Marina Park to the Association. If you need assistance, please reach out to our Day Of Coordinator or Moriah (Best Woman) ASAP so we can accommodate having a golf cart for you, 626-610-6065 or 208-949-1891. Can't wait to see everyone!

Our Wedding

Robert and I met the night of February 14, 2020, all before the world shut down due to the Covid-19 pandemic. Robert and his friend were graciously invited to a girl's night out with my roommate at the time. My roommate had previously met his friend and Robert at a wine festival, she tried to talk them up and tell me how great of a time they were. I will admit I was disappointed to be having my girl's only Valentine's Day ruined. Robert and I immediately hit it off however and we became inseparable from that day forward. Robert and I started a family before becoming engaged. Our son Wesley was welcomed into the world on January 21, 2022. He is the absolute light of our lives and our surrounding families. On a trip to Munich, Germany for Oktoberfest in 2023, Robert planned to propose. Did I have a hunch he would be proposing? Absolutely. Did I know when? Absolutely not. On Sunday, September 17, the day started with us getting ready for Oktoberfest. We had our dirndl and lederhosen on for the occasion. We went onto the Oktoberfest grounds to explore for a bit before meeting up with our friends at one of the large beer tents. Once we were inside the beer tents and the beer started flowing for all of us, we were dancing and having an amazing time. Robert taps me on my shoulder and has the ring in his hand. As cliché as it sounds, it was the easiest yes ever.

Where It All Started...

Our Story

Photos

Moriah Shrum

Brittney Sweet

Rachel Howard

Sarah Churchill

Jessie Dick

Amanda Breneman

Will Churchill

Willy Przybylski

Travis MacChesney

AJ Walker

Lilly Dick

Wesley Gallardo

Connor Churchill

Hadley Churchill

Wedding Party

How do we get onto Bald Head Island?

A ferry from Deep Point Marina will take you from Southport to Bald Head Island. One of the many cool things about BHI is no cars are allowed on the island! You will leave your cars behind (if driving) in a secure parking lot for $12/day. If taking an Uber/Lyft, they can drive you directly to where the ferry departs. We recommend booking your ferry reservations in advance whether you're staying on the island or coming just for our wedding day. You can book reservations through the link here: <a href="https://www.baldheadislandferry.com/bald-head-island-ferry/?_ga-ft=1bZNqv.0.0.0.0.1MIkmV-sD-4Uy-Awn-+Bzo3mTO.0.0" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.baldheadislandferry.com/bald-head-island-ferry/?_ga-ft=1bZNqv.0.0.0.0.1MIkmV-sD-4Uy-Awn-+Bzo3mTO.0.0</a>

Q + A

Please consider these options when traveling for the wedding:

Wilmington International is the closest airport when visiting Bald Head Island. It is a short 45 minute ride from the airport to Deep Point Marina to board the ferry. You are able to Uber from this airport to the Marina.

Wilmington International Airport

Myrtle Beach International is the next closest airport to BHI. It is about an hour and a half ride from the airport to the marina. Transportation accommodations such as airport taxis and shuttles can be booked in advance to get from the airport to the marina.

Myrtle Beach International Airport

Raleigh is the last option we suggest flying into as this airport is 3.5 hours from BHI and there is no direct transportation other than renting a car. This is however the least expensive option when flying, but be mindful of transportation to the island if choosing to fly into RDU!

Raleigh-Durham International Airport

For Accommodations:

You are able to book your accommodations through multiple rental agencies on the island as well as Airbnb &amp; VRBO. Listed below is a specific rental agency that is offering at 10% discount if you mention that you are attending the Hodge/Gallardo wedding on the Island. Please mention the wedding is being held at the Bald Head Association on 9/21/2024.

Please mention you are attending the Hodge/Gallardo wedding on 9/21/2024 for a 10% discount off your stay when you book through Intracoastal.

Intracoastal Realty - Bald Head Island

This is another great place to rent accommodations through!

Bald Head Island Services

Near Old Brunswick County Jail Museum! Make yourself at home in one of the 44 individually decorated guestrooms, featuring kitchenettes with full-sized refrigerators/freezers and stovetops. Your room comes with a pillowtop bed. Rooms have private balconies or patios. 32-inch LED televisions with cable programming provide entertainment, while complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected

River Hotel of Southport

Near Bald Head Island Information Center! Make yourself at home in one of the 80 guestrooms featuring microwaves. Complimentary wired internet access keeps you connected, and digital programming is available for your entertainment. Private bathrooms with bathtubs or showers feature complimentary toiletries and hair dryers. Conveniences include desks and coffee/tea makers, and housekeeping is provide

Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Southport

Near Bald Head Island Information Center! Make yourself at home in one of the 88 guestrooms featuring refrigerators and LCD televisions. Wired and wireless internet access is complimentary, while MP3 docking stations and cable programming provide entertainment. Private bathrooms have complimentary toiletries and hair dryers. Conveniences include laptop-compatible safes and microwaves, and housekeepi

Hampton Inn & Suites Southport

Near Dosher Memorial Hospital! Make yourself at home in one of the 84 air-conditioned rooms featuring refrigerators and flat-screen televisions. Complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected, and cable programming is available for your entertainment. Bathrooms have showers and hair dryers. Conveniences include desks and microwaves, and you can also request cribs/infant beds (complimenta

Wingate by Wyndham Southport

Travel & Accommodations

Bald Head Island is home to a beautiful golf course. Included in the club is also a pool and restaurants. When booking your stay, check to see if your house comes with a club membership for the entirety of your stay! Otherwise, a guest membership will need to be obtained prior.

Bald Head Island Club

One of the prettiest sights on Bald Head Island is Old Baldy rising above the trees, looking out over the sea, marsh and harbor, and greeting you when you arrive on the ferry. Old Baldy, North Carolina’s oldest standing lighthouse and one of three that once graced Bald Head Island, is only a short walk from the ferry landing. Admission to the Smith Island Museum of History allows you to climb Old Baldy’s 108 steps for an incomparable view of the island.&nbsp;

Old Baldy Lighthouse and Smith Island Museum

Explore the beach, ride a bike, kayak, canoe, hike, or fish...

The multitude of options for outdoor activities are the island are endless! Highly recommend a beach day and biking around the island for exploration!

For more things to do, please visit:

<a href="https://www.baldheadisland.com/island/activities/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.baldheadisland.com/island/activities/</a>

Things to Do

Registry

Friday, September 20

Please join us at Jules' Salty Grub & Island Pub around 6 pm for some drinks with the bride & groom before the big day!

Saturday, September 21

Ceremony will begin at 3 pm sharp and end at 3:30 pm. The ceremony will go directly into cocktail hour at the BHI Association where drinks and hors d'oeuvres will be served followed by dinner and desserts catered by A Thyme Savor.   Don't forget we will be dancing the night away!

Wedding Weekend Happenings

OUR CEREMONY LOCATION HAS CHANGED: After lots of consideration, our ceremony location has changed to Marina Park on the island at 3 pm. This is within walking distance after departing the ferry onto the island. Please reach out to us if you have any questions. Cocktail Hour & Reception will still be held at the Association.

Please be aware that if you are staying on the mainland in Southport, we highly recommend booking a ferry reservation in advance between 1-1:30 pm on the day of the wedding to avoid arriving late. We advise arriving at our venue 15-30 minutes prior to the ceremony beginning at 3 pm. Thank you!

Sarah & Robert

Sarah & Robert

Wedding Party