We continue to hope COVID will not impact our wedding celebration in any meaningful way. As of yet, neither the church nor the reception venue have imposed stricter COVID precautions; however, if this changes we will update this page accordingly. We will have some masks available throughout the day should you feel more comfortable wearing one. Please note, some businesses in Estes Park may require masks on top of state and local regulations. If you have not yet gotten vaccinated, please consider doing so to protect yourself and your family.
There are several things to think about when coming to the mountains, here are a few considerations:
1. Altitude. Higher elevation means less oxygen in the air. You may feel tired more easily, whether or not you have a predisposing medical condition. If possible for your schedule, acclimating to the elevation in Denver prior to coming to Estes Park may prove helpful. Altitude sickness can strike any person at any time, especially if you travel higher into Rocky Mountain National Park. If you find yourself with a headache, nausea, or otherwise feeling unwell at altitude it is best to move to lower elevation.
2. Humidity (or lack there of). We're not in Iowa anymore. The lower humidity in the mountains means keeping yourself hydrated is more work. We recommend taking a water bottle with you when out and about, doubling the amount of water you would normally drink. You may also notice drier skin while in the mountains.
3. Weather. Weather in the mountains can change quickly, be that rain/thunderstorm, snow, or wind. Dressing in layers is generally recommended. You may also notice higher sun intensity, so consider using sunscreen.
4. Wildlife. Estes Park in the fall is known for its herds of elk. It is quite likely elk will be moving around town during wedding weekend so you may need to leave extra travel time in the event of a road block.
5. Alcohol. With the altitude and low humidity you may notice alcohol hit you harder than at home. We encourage you to drink responsibly, use alternative transportation if necessary to and from the reception, and stay well hydrated (see point #2).