OUR WEDDING
SATURDAY, JULY FIFTH
Two Thousand Twenty Five
Hood River, OR
Garden Formal Attire
THE CEREMONY
Mount Hood Organic Farms
4:00 in the Afternoon
Transportation will be Provided to and from the venue
COCKTAILS
The Pond Bar
At Mount Hood Organic Farms
Immediately Following the Ceremony
THE CELEBRATION
The Apple House
At Mount Hood Organic Farms
Dinner + Dancing
THE AFTER PARTY
Whisky Tango
10:30 in the Evening
More Drinks, More Dancing, Late Night Bites
Transportation will be Provided to Whisky Tango
Don't forget: Bring your I.D. or Drivers License for entry
THE REHEARSAL
The Rehearsal
Mount Hood Organic Farms
Friday, July 4, 2025 at 3:00 in the Afternoon
Immediate family and wedding party only—significant others will meet us for the Rehearsal Dinner. Please arrange your own transportation.
The Rehearsal Dinner
Riverside
Friday, July 4, 2025 at 6:30 in the Evening
Join us for dinner and toasts ahead of the Welcome Party!
WELCOME PARTY
Friday, July 4, 2025
Riverside
7:30 until 9:30 in the Evening
Fireworks to Follow
Festive Cocktail Attire
WINERY SEND-OFF
Sunday, July 6, 2025
Hawkins Cellars
11:00 in the Morning until 1:00 in the Afternoon
Wine and Nibbles Served Hillside
Smart Casual Attire
Please carpool as parking is limited
OTHER PLANNED EVENTS
Join Sandy & Rob for a week of adventure in the stunning Columbia River Gorge & Mount Hood River Valley. These optional events are a great way to explore and unwind—come for one or join us for all! No RSVP needed; just book, show up, and enjoy.
Formal wedding events require RSVPs beginning Friday evening with the welcome party and ending Sunday with the winery send-off.
Tuesday, July 1 – Golf & Pub Crawl
10:00 in the Morning
Golf at Elk Ridge Golf Course (book your tee time 30 days in advance)
6:30 in the Evening
Join us for a self-guided pub and food crawl with stops at Pfriem Brewing, Solstice Pizza, Ferment Brewing, Double Mountain, and Full Sail Brewing
Wednesday, July 2 – Mount Hood Fruit Loop Tour
All day
Hop in your car and explore with us the scenic 35-mile drive featuring wineries, cider tastings, U-Pick orchards, farm stands, & more! Suggested itinerary included in the map below. If you'd like to join Sandy and Rob along the journey, meet at Panorama Point at 11am! We will be stopping at all pins shown in green.
No car? Try the Gray Line Fruit Trolley for a scenic experience
Thursday, July 3 – Kayaking the Gorge & Skamania Lodge
10:00 in the Morning
We have reserved a kayaking tour for 24 people, first come first serve - sign up at the link below!
Update: All 24 spots are now filled. If you still want to get out on the water, no worries—you can rent kayaks at 'Hood River SUP and Kayak', located at the waterfront park.
4:00 - 9:00 in the Afternoon
Stop by Skamania Lodge for putt-putt, disc golf, relaxation, & cocktails with breathtaking views of the Gorge all evening long. No RSVP needed. Come and go as you please.
We do not have a reservation or meeting spot, but you'll be sure to find us on the putt putt course or sipping a glass of wine on an Adirondack chair on the back lawn.
Friday, July 4 – Chasing Waterfalls
9:00 in the Morning
Explore waterfalls with short hikes (Wahclella Falls & Bridal Veil Falls) & drive to our favorite spots in the Columbia River Gorge (Multnomah Falls, Latourell Falls, Vista House, Mitchell Point Tunnel). Meet at the Wahclella Falls Trailhead (25 min west of Hood River) at 9am if you'd like to join us & be sure to bring snacks & water!
CATCHING FLIGHTS
Portland International Airport (PDX)
Hood River is about 60 miles from PDX and accessible by shuttle, bus, or car/Uber via I-84. We highly encourage renting a car. From Portland to Hood River, be sure to take the Historic Columbia River Highway (via Exit 22 from I-84 East) for scenic attractions such as the Vista House and lots of waterfalls!
WHERE TO STAY
Hood River Lodging
We've secured a room block at the Best Western Hood River Inn, but there are plenty of other options in the area, including hotels, cozy B&Bs, and short-term rentals like Airbnb or Vrbo. Below, you'll find our lodging recommendations listed from east to west to help you explore your options. When booking, please ensure your accommodations are near one of the four designated wedding shuttle stops for easy transportation to and from the celebration as there is limited parking at the venue.
Best Western Plus Hood River Inn
Room block hotel overlooking the Columbia River and host to the welcome party!
The cutoff date to reserve a room within our block is May 4, 2025.
Shuttle stop #4 [departs 2:50pm]
Hampton Inn & Suites Hood River
Modern hotel located near downtown Hood River and the waterfront
Shuttle stop #1 [departs 2:35pm]
Hood River Hotel
Hood River's oldest hotel built in 1911, located in the heart of downtown, full of vintage charm
8 min (0.3 mi) walk to shuttle stop #3 - Columbia Parking Lot (Across from Full Sail Brewing) [departs 2:45pm]
Columbia Gorge Hotel & Spa
A historic hotel with stunning river and waterfall views, plus a full-service spa
Shuttle stop #2 [departs 2:40pm]
Columbia Cliff Villas Hotel
A luxury cliffside hotel with spacious villas and breathtaking Columbia River views
2 min (0.1 mi) walk to shuttle stop #2 - Columbia Gorge Hotel & Spa [departs 2:40pm]
Westcliff Lodge
A cozy lodge with relaxed accommodations and beautiful river views, perfect for nature lovers
3 min (0.15 mi) walk to shuttle stop #2 - Columbia Gorge Hotel & Spa [departs 2:40pm]
