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2 miles from where we are getting married.

Valley Hotel & 24/7 Open Café

Eagle Hotel

Colony Inn

12 miles from where we are getting married.

Hatcher Pass Cabins

17 miles from where are married.

Grand View Inn & Suites

6.5 miles away from where we are getting married.

Colony Suites

7.5 miles from where we are getting married.

The Pioneer Motel

Hyland Hotel

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Ceremony + Dinner Reception June 26, 20264:00pm 3250 N Clark Wolverine RdPalmer, AK 99645 <a href="https://maps.app.goo.gl/RqznWAXosJteESfx7" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">MAPS</a>

Goodbye Brunch June 27, 202611:00am Join us for a relaxed Goodbye Brunch the morning after the wedding! Stop by anytime between 11:00am and 2:00pm for coffee, mimosas, and a final toast before everyone heads out. No pressure—come as you are and leave when you need! 3250 N Clark Wolverine RdPalmer, AK 99645

Schedule 

This is a 4 mile hike that has an elevation climb of almost 3,000 feet.

Lazy Mountain Trail Head

Palmer Alehouse

The Musk Ox Farm

Reindeer Farm

Sweet Gypsy

The Noisy Goose

Hatcher Pass Pizza

Palmer Hay Flats Wildlife Refuge.

Palmer Hay Flats State Game Refuge

Matanuska River Park

Knik River State Park

Matanuska Lakes State Recreation Area

Start point:Hatcher Pass Road (Alaska Route 11)Palmer, AK 99645Details:&nbsp;Drive west from Palmer on Hatcher Pass Road toward Independence Mine State Historical Park (~40 min). Epic scenic drive with alpine views, short hikes, wildflowers in summer.

Hatcher Pass Road (Scenic Route)

Start point:Glenn Highway (AK‑1) near Palmer River Park405 S Valley Way, Palmer, AK 99645Details:&nbsp;Follow the highway east toward Sutton or west toward Wasilla for river views, valley scenery, and potential moose sightings along the Matanuska River.

 Matanuska River Road / Glenn Highway (Scenic Route)

Palmer Museum of Art

Independence Mine State Historical Park Visitor Center

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Registry

WHEN SHOULD I RSVP BY?With so many out of town guests we would love for you to RSVP as soon as you know if you're able to make it. Otherwise please RSVP by April 30. WHEN AND WHERE IS THE WEDDING?We're getting married on June 26, 2026 in a backyard wedding in Palmer, Alaska. The ceremony will begin at 4:00PM, followed by dinner and a reception.The address is3250 N Clark-Wolverine Rd, Palmer AK 99645. IS THERE PARKING FOR THE CEREMONY OR RECEPTION?There will be extra parking across the street at the Knotty Pine, 3525 Clark-Wolverine Rd, Palmer, AK 99645. Shuttle transportation will be available however, it is also within walking distance of this parking location. WHAT TIME SHOULD GUESTS ARRIVE?Please plan to arrive by 3:30pm to find your seat and enjoy a pre-ceremony refreshment. CAN I BRING A PLUS ONE?If your invitation includes a plus-one, they'll be listed on your RSVP. We wish we could invite everyone! WHAT AIRPORT SHOULD I FLY INTO?The closest airport is in Ted Stevens Anchorage International Airport in Anchorage, AK. It is about 46 miles from our venue, or an hour drive. CAN I SHIP A GIFT TO YOUR HOME?Yes! Our registry makes it easy to send gifts directly to our home — which helps us out a lot since we’ll be traveling 3,227 miles and won’t have room to fit everything in our suitcases! IS THERE A SHUTTLE TO AND FROM THE HOTELS TO THE CEREMONY?Shuttle transportation will be available at the Knotty Pine (3525 Clark-Wolverine Rd, Palmer, AK 99645). ARE KIDS WELCOME?While we love your little ones, our wedding will be an adults only celebration. There will be kids attending that are part of the wedding party. Otherwise, we ask that you get a sitter for the night! IS THERE A DRESS CODE?Dressy casual — nice but not stuffy! Suits or elevated looks for men, dresses or jumpsuits for women. Wear what you feel comfortable in!

Carli & Ian

Carli & Ian

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