Wedding Day

Wilderness Wedding Barn

CEREMONY AND RECEPTION

Ceremony

Our Wedding

My obsession with Taylor started long before she was aware of it. We both grew up in Waconia, blissfully unaware of each other. Then, in 7th-grade science class, the little girl with freckles and a button nose became my most studied subject. Up until that point in my life, the only things that had consumed me were sports, video games, and fart jokes. Now Taylor was consuming me.Three agonizing years later, I asked her to go fishing with me. On our first date, we talked about our families and how much our sisters make us laugh. Since then, we have dined with future presidents, drank with CEOs, hunted beside the best, laughed lovingly in the company of family, and explored new places with new friends.Now that cute little girl with freckles and a button nose is going to be my wife. I still learn from her every day, and we are very excited and honored to have you at our wedding.

Alex's love story

It all began in 10th grade when Alex and I shared a class together. Throughout the quarter, I would always catch Alex staring at me, and every time we made eye contact, he would try to act innocent. Then, one day, Alex randomly added me on social media. We started texting every day and soon became obsessed with each other.Alex asked me to go fishing with him one day. While that first date was a little awkward, since we both had no idea what to do or how to act, I still wanted to go on another date, and the rest is history. Right away, I knew he was going to be the one for me. We’ve shared countless stories, laughs, and memories together. Now I get to marry the love of my life and celebrate this amazing day with all of you.

Taylor's Love Story

Our Story

Photos

Megan VanBuskirk

Parker Jensen

Lilli Junge

Mike Nelson

Jillian DeClercq

Mike Piazza

Kenzie Bartley

Ben Thompson

Karley Hansen

Justin Schwieger

Reese and Hazel

Wedding Party

🏡Airbnb

There are plenty of cabin and lake home options available in the Bigfork area through Airbnb or Vrbo. These can book quickly, so we recommend searching early.

🏕️Campsites

Bigfork, MN, is surrounded by beautiful parks and campgrounds for guests who enjoy staying close to nature. A few nearby options include:-Scenic State Park-Chase Point Campground-Lodge Campground

🛏️ LODGING

Here are recommended lodging options nearby Bigfork

A peaceful, family-friendly resort nestled on private Wasson Lake in Bigfork, MN (about 35 miles north of Grand Rapids) — full of Northwoods character, cabins, lake access, and quiet surroundings.

Loon Point Resort

A charming cabin resort just minutes from the venue. Ideal for families or groups looking to stay together in cabin-style lodging.

Maple Ridge Resort

A resort on Big Turtle Lake near Bigfork, MN — offers motel rooms and cabins, modern amenities even in a rustic setting.

Arcadia Lodge

Hotels in Grand Rapids, MN (40–45 Minutes) We encourage guests to book early and check directly with each hotel for availability and group rates.

Timberlake Lodge Hotel & Restaurant

Best Western Plus Grand Rapids MN

🛫Airports to Fly Into

Bemidji Regional Airport (BJI)Approx. 1 hour and 15 minutes from Wilderness Wedding BarnUsually the most convenientDelta flights via Minneapolis

Bemidji Regional Airport

Duluth International Airport (DLH)Approx. 2 hours from Wilderness Wedding BarnLarger airport with more flight and car optionsServed by Delta, United, and Sun Country

Duluth International Airport

Travel

Registry

Golf on the Edge

Alex - I drive past this place a lot but I've never been here. Its gotta be good.

Taylor & Alex

Taylor & Alex

T&A

Wedding Day

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CEREMONY AND RECEPTION