Chart House

Welcome Party

Our Lady of Tahoe Catholic Church

Ceremony

Aerial Tram to Lakeview Lodge at Heavenly

Reception

Summer

Our Wedding

Austin and Vanessa met at a night out on the town at Oak Barrel in downtown Milwaukee on November 8, 2019. Vanessa was out with one of her maids of honor, Cami, celebrating Cami's birthday. Austin was out with three of his groomsmen, Ryan, Ben, and Griffin. Austin and Vanessa locked eyes on the dance floor, and since then it has always been each other. They quickly bonded over their shared love for sports, live music, Taco Bell, and a good cocktail. Austin also passed the test of meeting Vanessa's dog, Kilo, which was an immediate green flag for her. After three years of dating, Austin proposed to Vanessa on December 26th, 2022 in Cathedral Park surrounded by Christmas lights (with the assistance of Vanessa's other maid of honor, Becca). They are so excited to get married and share one of their favorite destinations with you. See you in Tahoe!

Our Story

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Best friend from college!  Introduced to each other by Cami's then boyfriend when he discovered Vanessa and Cami's mutual love for Harry Potter.  

Cami Bobeck

High school friends turned post Marquette roomies turned besties!  Encouraged Vanessa to adopt Kilo when they lived together making her automatic godmother.

Becca Ryan

Best friend from college!  Inseparable throughout nursing school and ROTC.

Aileen Davis

Vanessa's sister-in-law, but mostly sister!  Has been in Vanessa's life since 2005, it's hard to remember a time before Courtney was there.

Courtney Ramage

Vanessa's sister-in-law, but mostly sister!  Bonded quickly over chaotic energy and how easily it is to make fun of Eric.

Renee Ramage

Joepa!  Austin's best friend since 1st grade.  Played baseball together all the way through college. No matter how much time passes, Joepa and Jefferspoon can always pick up right where they left off.

Joseph Panella

Met Ryan through other groomsman, Ben, in college.  Quickly became close through mutual interests of food and a good time. Always down for an early morning trip to Blue Bay. Is half the reason why Austin and Vanessa first met, thanks Bella Cain!

Ryan Dec

Austin met Ben at Concordia baseball recruit day. Never a dull moment with the mutual love for sports, music, and goofing around. Introduced Austin to half of his now wedding party!

Ben Graham

Met at Griffin's college apartment on North Ave. Bonded quickly through sports and love for Ian's Pizza.  Granted Austin his first uncle status.

Griffin Conell

One of the final friends Ben introduced Austin to, but surely didn't take long to get acquainted. Appreciation of the simple pleasures in life brought both of them together.  

Cole Kostreva

Teeeeeeeej!  Played baseball together at MATC.  Many weekends spent in TJ's parents' basement. Wild child with the best dance moves in the group.

Tyler Jacobi

Brother to the groom!  Greatest ally and greatest pain in the rear. Sometimes acts more mature than his older brother. Never fails to put a smile on people's faces.

Cory Riel

Wedding Party

Q + A

1.&nbsp;&nbsp;Go to our&nbsp;website&nbsp;and click on ‘Book Now’&nbsp;2.&nbsp;&nbsp;Enter in your check in and check out dates, select ‘Check Availability’3.&nbsp;&nbsp;A new window will open for the selected dates. On the left, click the ‘+ Add&nbsp;Group&nbsp;Code’ type in the&nbsp;group code ‘JEFFERY25’&nbsp;then click ‘Update’.4.&nbsp;&nbsp;The window will refresh with the room options for the check in and check out dates selected. Select ‘Book Now’ next to the preferred room type and continue with making the reservation by entering in your information.5. If a guest would like to upgrade their room type beyond the Standard King and Double Queen accommodations included in the Room Block, please have them call me directly at 530-545-4328 and I can create their reservation for them!&nbsp;6. If a guest would like to extend their stay beyond the Room Block Dates of 7/30-8/1, please have them call me directly at 530-545-4328 and I can create their reservation for them!&nbsp;The Group Code on our website&nbsp;WILL NOT WORK&nbsp;for any stay dates outside of 7/30-8/1 of 2025!7. If a guest misses the Cutoff Date of 6/30/25, the Group Code on our website will no longer be valid. However, we are happy to honor the Group Rate and assist with making their Reservation based on our availability at the time of booking. Please have them call me directly at 530-545-4328 and I can create their reservation for them!

Beach Retreat & Lodge at Tahoe

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The Coachman Hotel

Approximately 35 minute drive to reception location through the mountains.

Carson Valley Inn Casino

Margaritaville Resort Lake Tahoe

There is no block available at this hotel but is definitely one we recommend. Their prices are fair, and their reviews are great!

Station House Inn South Lake Tahoe, by Oliver

Travel

Please use this link to see our Guest Itinerary for July 29th-August 2nd: <a href="https://www.canva.com/design/DAGg37C1cyo/HkNwoXTcbDWummHu3uaVcQ/view?utm_content=DAGg37C1cyo&amp;utm_campaign=designshare&amp;utm_medium=link2&amp;utm_source=uniquelinks&amp;utlId=h71592ccbfe" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Guest Itinerary and Hike Flowchart</a>

Wine and bubbly bar right along the lake with the most amazing views and vibes. Vanessa dreams of quitting nursing and working here instead.

The Idle Hour | Lake Tahoe

A beautiful spot with amazing lookout views and fairly easy hiking. The drive from South Lake Tahoe to Emarald Bay is insane.

Emerald Bay State Park

Can be a splurge, but the best way to see Tahoe is on the lake in a boat! Take a lap around Emarald Bay and see just how clear and blue the water is.

Tahoe Sports Ski Run Boat Company

Fallen Leaf Lake

Riva Grill On the Lake

The Landing Tahoe Resort & Spa

Zephyr Cove Marina

Bougie golf course right on the lake. Where the Celebrity Golf Tournament is played.

Edgewood Tahoe Golf Course

Camp Richardson

Scusa Italian Ristorante

Make the trip over the mountains to the cutest town! Food recommendation: The Pink House. Bar recommendation: Genoa Bar (Nevada's oldest bar from 1853). Vanessa and Austin dream of living here one day!

Town of Genoa

Things to Do

Registry

Wedding Registry

Vanessa and Austin are registered through Zola: <a href="https://www.zola.com/registry/vanessaandaustinjuly31" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.zola.com/registry/vanessaandaustinjuly31</a>

Vanessa & Austin

Vanessa & Austin

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