Wedding Day

Ceremony

Reception

Our Wedding

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Important Info!!!

Friday, July 10th:7 PM: Join us for a non-hosted drink at Sky High Pizza (open for dinner too). This restaurant has limited seating, so we cannot ensure that everyone will be able to be seated. Saturday, July 11th:2:30 PM: Arrive at the ceremony site. This will ensure that everyone has enough time to get seated. You will not be able to make it to the ceremony site if you arrive past 3:30. We will have snacks and drinks at the ceremony area for enjoyment before it starts. The ceremony will start at 4 PM. Sunday, July 12th:9:30 AM: We will be providing a light breakfast for our guests. It will be available outside near the location of cocktail hour. Also, please bring a swim suit, there is a pool that we will have access to!

Timeline of Events

A check-in date of July 10th is encouraged! A check-in date of July 11th is allowed as well. You must book at least two weeks before the event. If our guests are looking for other lodging options in the surrounding area, please visit the following:https://www.bearvalley.com/lodging-partnerslakealpinelodge.comarnoldlodgeca.comVRBO

Bear Valley Lodge

Accommodations

Although we vaguely knew each other through mutual friends and families here in Lodi, we officially met in 2020 on a popular dating site called Hinge! Sophie had her best friend Joseph (our officiant) craft the first text that was sent to Andrew. After dates of coffee, pho, and Italian food, we both knew that what we had was special.Our connection grew from there, and Andrew asked Sophie to be his girlfriend on March 14, 2021.Our first solo vacation together was to Puerto Rico. We spent a week exploring rainforests, relaxing on beaches, viewing historic architecture, and making great memories. Both of us realized during this trip that there would be many more vacations and travels to come.In the Fall of 2023, we officially moved in together. Soon after, we adopted two kitties, Mick and Margot! Andrew planned to propose to Sophie while skiing at Bear Valley last year, in April of 2025. Sophie, however, couldn't find her ski pass the day that Andrew was planning to do it! Instead, we got engaged on the deck of our friend's cabin later that afternoon.Creating this life together has been a blast. We are very excited for the future!

Our Story

Photos

Joseph Phillips

Kenzie Martel

Matt Janicki

Alyssa and Charlie Whittock

Blake and George Fonda

Grace Barnes

Lucas Fonda

Megan Bowers

Ethan Stroh

Wana Karzai

Matt Whittock

Wedding Party

Morning of the WeddingCorinne and Angela (Sophie's aunts) will be leading a hike for those who wish to join! It will be 2.5 miles with 450 feet of elevation gain. The hike will be starting at 10 AM at 200 Bloods Ridge Rd, Bear Valley, CA 95223. Please reach out to them directly at 209-327-8543 and 209-327-5526 for more information.

Bear Valley Adventure Co.Kayak, canoe, paddleboard, mountain bike, tennis/pickleball rentals, and more!<a href="https://www.bvadventures.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.bvadventures.com/</a>

HikingThe Alpine County area has a vast network of trails available! Please check out AllTrails for general trail advice, or reach out to us, and we can give some recommendations.<a href="https://www.alltrails.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.alltrails.com/</a>

Lake AlpineTen minutes up Highway 4 is Lake Alpine, a high-altitude lake with day-use areas, beaches, and more.

RestaurantsIn Bear Valley: Sky High Pizza, Creekside Bistro, Grizzly Lounge, Lake Alpine Lodge (PLEASE MAKE SURE THAT THESE RESTAURANTS ARE OPEN BEFORE MAKING PLANS TO EAT. SOME OF THESE ARE OPEN INTERMITTENTLY)In Arnold: Sarafina's Italian Kitchen, Kalamata Mediterranean Cuisine, Giant Burger, Bistro Espresso, Lube Room Saloon, Hinterhaus Distilling

Sophie & Andrew

Sophie & Andrew

Accommodations

Bear Valley Lodge