The Adventure Log
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6/07/25
Intimate, intentional micro wedding in Bend, OR Sometimes, when planning a wedding, things happen… most times, actually. Even when planning an elopement with just family, the universe may have other plans for you. Tara & Eric are two such recipients of these universal lessons. They actually live in Bend, my home base, but were planning […]
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6/04/25
Washington Marriage Laws – An overview of the laws for your Washington Elopement How to Legally Elope in Washington Everything you need to know before saying “I do” in the Pacific Northwest What You Need to Know to Get Married in Washington If you’re planning to elope in Washington State—first off, great choice. Between misty […]
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6/02/25
Some of the best elopement hikes in Oregon, in no particular order. Well… my favorite elopement hikes in Oregon… If you’re dreaming of saying your vows somewhere wild, scenic, and maybe just a little off the beaten path—Oregon is calling. From misty coastal cliffs and ancient forests to alpine lakes and volcanic ridgelines, this state […]
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5/25/25
Idyllic Elopement Spots at Mount Rainier National Park So, you’ve decided to elope at Mount Rainier. First of all—excellent choice. You’ve picked one of the most jaw-droppingly beautiful places in the Pacific Northwest to say your vows. Towering glaciers? Check. Wildflower meadows that look like something out of a fairy tale? Yep. Misty alpine lakes? […]
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5/21/25
A joyful, intimate elopement in the Columbia River Gorge The Columbia River Gorge feels like it was made for adventure elopements. With its jaw-dropping waterfalls, mossy trails, epic basalt cliffs, and sweeping river views, it’s the kind of place where nature shows off at every turn. Whether you’re hiking to a tucked-away waterfall or exchanging […]
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5/18/25
Waterfalls to Waves: A Multnomah Falls & Cannon Beach Elopement If you’ve ever daydreamed about a Pacific Northwest elopement, chances are it looked a lot like this. Towering waterfalls, misty forest trails, dramatic sea stacks, and the kind of moody light that turns every photo into a painting. This couple’s day started at Multnomah Falls, […]
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5/13/25
For Adventurous Couples Who Want Big Views, Quiet Moments & a Little Bit of Magic – Bonus fun facts at the end 🙂 If you’re dreaming of saying your vows in a place that feels wild, sacred, and a little bit cinematic, Mount Rainier might be calling your name. Towering over the surrounding landscape at […]
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5/11/25
Why Backup Plans Are a Must for Your Adventure Elopement in Oregon & the PNW Here’s the thing about adventure elopements in the Pacific Northwest: they’re wild. In the best possible way. You get misty mountaintops, moody coastlines, alpine lakes that look like they belong in a Patagonia ad—and sometimes, sideways rain. Or a surprise […]
