Camping on-site (Whole Weekend)

Rehearsal Dinner

Wedding Day

Ceremony

Reception

Camping on-site

Formal Invitation to Follow

Our Wedding

Online dating before COVID? Mike and Aria were not exactly looking for their soulmate when they logged on to tinder, but what a blessing it turned out to be. On the first date, the two felt like long-lost friends who were just picking up where they left off. With ease, they learned each other fully. Through every step, every transition, every moment, the obvious choice is always to move hand in hand. They will be wed in the month of the celebration of 10 years together.

Thank you, Tinder

Mike and Aria have been musical all their lives. Mike has been pursuing it actively since his middle school days, developing skills and honing talents of songwriting, singing, playing guitar and other instruments. He has been in and led many bands with many projects in many cities. Music has been his ultimate passion in life. Aria has been a singer since birth and shined mostly in the shower, car rides, choir and worship team in her younger days. Once joined together, Aria first became a loyal groupie to Mike and his band. As time has passed, karaoke duets evolved to open mics, Mike and Aria wrote a song together, and Aria joined the band officially. Alongside the whole band, Mike and Aria get to live out their lifelong passions together. Ask anyone, their joy on stage is captivating.

They're in the Band

Mike planned for several years for the perfect proposal... and he did it! The band was in the recording studio for three days. Mike sneakily coordinated with the sound engineer and friend (thanks, Beeble!) to set up extra room microphones to record the moment. Once Aria was done with her takes on all songs, Mike stepped in with "some extra notes" for "just two more takes". As the professional she is, Aria listened to all the notes, at first thinking, "these seem like less of suggestions for the song and more like compliments... hmm". Before she could catch up, Mike was on one knee and asking to make the thing official. Once she caught her breath, the answer was an obvious YES and if you listen closely, you might be able to hear the proposal in one of our new songs, once released.

The Proposal

Mike and Aria have been through many life transitions from drastic job changes, to Aria going through paramedic school, to navigating lockdown during a pandemic right after first moving in together. They have shared in the grief of losses before they knew each other and losses endured together. They have travelled outside of the country together, lived in 4 different homes together, played music in theatre venues together. Now, they are even working together, travelling the United States painting one running track at a time.

Our Story

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This is an outdoor venue in the mountains on forest floors. Elevated attire with shoes capable of walking on dirt paths. Please come prepared for any Colorado weather conditions that may arise. If you are staying on site or nearby, comfy clothes are encouraged for once the reception party winds down.

Dress Code

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On-site Camping Option

This property is unique in that it offers space for guests to stay onsite with their tents, RV's or campers! We are thrilled for this option to be able to celebrate with our loved ones for more time without the need for leaving the venue. Available for the night before and the night after the wedding. Pack out before 5pm Sept 5th. Please indicate on the RSVP if this is something you are interested in doing, what apparatus you will be bringing and we will allocate the space! Space is limited and will be given in order of which we receive commitment.No hookups for RV's available, but bathrooms with plumbing, private outdoor shower and shared amenities cabin are available.

Other Lodging

Airbnb and VRBO offer several close-by options for rental, but keep in mind that this event is over Labor Day weekend and those might be snagged up quickly. Otherwise, hotels or lodges are available in Lake George, Florissant, Divide, or Woodland Park and are at most 30 minutes away.

Flights

For out of state guests, Colorado Springs airport is the closest airport to the venue.

Off-site Transportation

We will not have shuttles available for off-site lodging. Please plan accordingly with sober drivers if you are lodging off-site. Rideshare options (uber, lyft, etc.) may be available but might be limited with venue's proximity to town.

Michael & Aria

Michael & Aria

Dress Code

SEMI-FORMAL WITH FOREST TWIST

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