Okay-NOW It’s Happening
(Really)
**July 11-13, 2025**
Kyburz, CA
As you may recall from one of our previous 47302 Save the Dates, we got engaged! And bought a ranch! And got married! And had a baby (who is now a toddler/expert-negotiator/rabid anti-napper)! And got a new vacuum! And then had ANOTHER baby!
Though epidemics, natural disasters, and spawnings delayed us, we are now ready to gather all our favorite people in one place and celebrate the best way we know how: we’re gonna have a lil festival about it.
Join us for a weekend of adventuring in the South Lake Tahoe region - part summer camp, part family-friendly festival, allll delight.
WedFest Reprise
Not Your Nana’s Nuptials…
We’ve been married for almost five years, so this is less a traditional wedding and more a way for us to exert social pressure on you to come party with us. Think summer camp vibes, costumes, a build-your-own boat race…with a little ceremonial love and commitment sprinkled on top.
FRIDAY
Welcome BBQ & Potluck: We’ll roast a main dish on our 1850’s horse-trough-turned-spit; locals bring a dish to share; theme TBD.
Open Mic Expression Session: Bring your instruments, show us your interpretive ribbon dancing skills, roast-or-toast the Bride & Groom, whateva.
SATURDAY
Hope it Floats: A tradition from Ashley’s college days, this DIY boat race migrated from a pond in Lebanon, OH to the (tiny) shores of Silver Fork Ranch in 2022.
The Main Event: We’ll don our mountain-chic/festival-formal attire (i.e. whatever makes you feel fabulous!), enjoy dinner, drinks, a sunset ceremony — then dance the night away.
Silver Fork Ranch is a remote location in the Eldorado National Forest. If you want to come early or stay longer to explore/vacation, you’re welcome to use SFR as a home base. Or we can give you some insider tips on adventuring in the incredible Lake Tahoe Basin.
GETTING HERE:
Reno & Sacramento airports are equidistant (~2hr drive) to the ranch.
Bay Area airports are a ~3hr drive to the ranch (if you can avoid arriving during rush hour).
We’re a scenic 50min drive from South Lake Tahoe.
Getting & Staying Here
STAYING HERE:
ON SILVER FORK RANCH GROUNDS: Glampsite rental, RV/camper van parking, and DIY tent camping for folks who want the full WedFest experience and dig the outdoor setting (water/toilets/showers onsite).
AT NEARBY MOUNTAIN LODGES: Airbnb or cabins at nearby Kirkwood or Kit Carson Lodge for those who want the comfort of 4-walls with the convenience of ~30 min proximity to the party.
IN SOUTH LAKE TAHOE: Plenty of Airbnb options in Tahoe (50min drive from the ranch) for anyone who’s looking to make a proper, postcard-worthy summer vacation in one of the most beautiful regions of the country.
RSVP
We want you! We want your +1’s! Your kiddos are welcome, but consider leaving them at home so you can stay up late and be irresponsible with us :)