#171 - Camping Wedding Inspiration and Baskets for your Guests

Camping Wedding Inspiration and Baskets for your Guests - Episode #171

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***LISTENER QUESTION***

We are getting married in 2019 and I originally wanted to do a late September or early October date because we both love the fall. But just recently I started thinking about August 31, 2019, which would be Labor Day weekend. The venue we want is kind of out in the middle of the woods along a river in Oregon and they let us have it from Friday-Sunday! We both have A LOT of family and friends and I thought it would be fun for everyone to camp and do more of a whole celebration weekend. There’s swimming, fishing, bonfires, horseback riding (through the venue), and hiking. Do you think this would be a fun idea, or would people be annoyed that a wedding is taking over their Labor Day weekend? I know some families have traditions for this weekend.

Camping/Glamping Wedding

When planning a weekend camping trip for your wedding you will have a lot of things to keep up with. Making sure your guests are comfortable and have the necessary items.

Renting RVs might be the way to go. Each has its own kitchen and most their own bathroom. Or Find a campground that has cabins to house all guest Or luxury tents https://www.glamping.com/ Make sure it’s a weekend of fun with games and activities Have an itinerary for the whole weekend but build some free time in there as well. Food: Bring lots and delegate someone in charge of the food/meals. You will need to feed them all weekend Brunches and dinners also think about having a good-bye brunch on 171the last day to send them off. For the reception: Possibly food trucks or Look for a caterer that has experience catering outdoor events, BBQ Generator Take care of guests, lots of drinks(non-alcoholic), baskets filled, lots of seating Lawn games or disc golf Smore's, trail mix bar Firewood Camping Packing List: http://www.cozi.com/blog/family-camping-checklist-and-a-few-great-tips/

Welcoming your wedding guests and keeping them comfortable during all the activities is an important thing to consider. Here are a few types of baskets you may want to create for them.

Welcome Baskets- Cute totes, boxes or baskets for your out of town guests A personalized welcome note An Itinerary card or paper with location address, a timeline of all events, dress codes. A list of activities and eateries close to their stay Snacks-fruit, trail mix, chocolate, etc. You can add something personal if you like Hangover kit (pain reliever, mini water bottle, mints or gum) Depending on where you are, something local, wine, beer, coffee, honey... Bathroom Baskets Band-Aids Mints/gum Tampons/pads Headache med? Lotion Antacids Hairspray Deodorant (Spray) Bobby pins Hair ties Sunscreen Bug repellent Wet wipes Safety pins Stain sticks Mouthwash Brush and comb Lint roller Qtips Outdoor Ceremony Basket Bug repellant Sunscreen Water or have a water station Sunglasses Blankets if cold Fans if warm umbrellas

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