White Water Rafting

Welcome BBQ

Wedding Day

Transport

Ceremony

Reception

Our Wedding

Like many modern day couples, we met on a dating app (Bumble). After messaging briefly on the app, we went on our first date. We met for drinks, but stayed for dinner because the date was going so well. We talked for hours about our shared love of traveling the world, ice hockey, dogs, and so much more. We also discovered that we grew up 30 minutes from each other in North Texas!!!!! After our first date, we dated for six weeks before Joe moved to Buenos Aires, Argentina for six months. Once he left, we continued getting to know each other via text and FaceTime, and we met up every four to six weeks somewhere around the world. Our first trip was to Costa Rica. It was an amazing trip — except for Shannon getting eaten alive by bugs! After months of long distance, Joe moved back to Seattle and moved in with Shannon and Shannon's tiny and adorable dog, Gidget. Our story is uniquely us. And as the saying goes, when you know, you know!

Our Story

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Kelly Moussette

Sophie Hoover

Zuly Lichtenberg

Becky de Haro

Enrique Carbajal

Jim Gartenhaus

Levi Krehbhiel

Jeff Wren

Wedding Party

Q + A

We are so glad you're joining us in the Canadian Rocky Mountains!!! To get to Canmore, fly into Calgary International Airport (YYC) and rent a car. The drive from the airport to Canmore is 75 minutes. We recommend you book your flight and rental car early as rates climb and rental cars can sell out during the summer season! If driving isn't your thing, shuttle services like the <a href="https://banffairporter.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Banff Airporter</a> run regularly between the airport and Canmore. AccommodationsWe recommend staying in Canmore, a walkable city outside of Banff National Park, and the location of our wedding reception. There are many hotels and vacation rentals available. Book your accommodations ASAP as hotels can fill up quickly in the summer, especially on weekends! A tip from us: The town of Banff is beautiful, but touristy and pricier, and staying there means an extra drive to reach the welcome BBQ, shuttle pickup for the ceremony, and the reception venue — all in Canmore. We've spent time in both towns and Canmore is where you'll want to stay for our wedding. That said, plan to visit Banff — it's home to some of the most iconic sites in the Rockies! Below are some hotels convenient to our reception venue in Canmore.

15% Off Discount Code: COR1 (valid until 4/16/2027) A three-star condo-style lodge offering 1, 2, 3 or 4-bedroom suites. Suites: private balcony, fully equipped kitchen, living area with a fireplace, high speed Wi-Fi, washing machine and dryer, and AC. Lodge: heated and secure underground parking, EV charging stations, gym, outdoor heated pool, hot tubs, massage rooms, outdoor BBQ area and courtyard. They also offer hotel-style rooms with two queen beds. Note: The lodge provides daily housekeeping service. 3 minute walk from Mainspace! Joe and I booked here!

Blackstone Mountain Lodge

No discount, but affordable and directly across from Mainspace! A three-star lodge with hotel-style rooms and 1- and 2-bedroom suites. Rooms or Suites: queen or king beds, free Wi-Fi, and suites have a private balcony, fully equipped kitchen, and self-serve laundry. Lodge: in-house restaurant, gym, and hot tubs. Note: The lodge provides daily housekeeping service.

Falcon Crest Lodge

15% Off Discount Code: RMWC2025 A four-star condo-style resort offering 1, 2, or 3-bedroom suites. Suites: private balcony, electric grill (in select suites), fully equipped kitchen, living area with a fold-out queen sofa bed and a fireplace, high speed Wi-Fi, washing machine and dryer, air-conditioning, bathrobes. Resort: gym, sauna, hot tub, and a state-of-the-art recovery center. Note: There is no on-site front desk; instead, guests receive detailed check-in instructions and a secure access code via the online guest app (similar to AirBnB). The resort does not include daily housekeeping. Mainspace is located inside Solara Resort!

Solara Resort

15% Off Discount Code: RMWC15 (valid until 12/31/2027) A luxury four-star condo-style resort offering 1, 2, or 3-bedroom suites. Suites: private balcony or patio, BBQ grill, fully equipped kitchen, living area with a fold-out queen sofa bed and a fireplace, high speed Wi-Fi, in suite safe, washing machine and dryer, air-conditioning, and bathrobes. Resort: coffee &amp; wine bar, secure underground parking, EV charging stations, gym, outdoor heated pool, outdoor dry sauna, and a hot tub. Note: The resort provides daily housekeeping service for stays of three nights or longer. For shorter stays, they offer a free starter cleaning kit. 4 minute walk from Mainspace!

Stoneridge Mountain Resort

No discount, but a nice hotel in Canmore! A luxury four-star hotel with 1-bedroom rooms and suites. Rooms: queen or king beds, coffee machine, wet bar with mini fridge, free Wi-Fi, in-room safe, air-conditioning, bathrobes, and a hairdryer. Hotel: in-house restaurant, general store &amp; coffee bar, game lounge, gym, stretch room, outdoor fire pit, outdoor heated pool, hot tubs. Note: The hotel provides daily housekeeping service.

The Malcolm Hotel

Travel & Accommodations

The Canmore/Banff area is beautiful. We hope you enjoy it!!! Pro Tips for Visiting- Book popular tourist spots early- Weather changes fast (layers are key)!- Wildlife is common—please keep your distance- Arrive early — parking and trailheads often fill up by 8:00am–9:00am in peak season!- Moraine Lake is shuttle/reservation-only — you cannot drive there and park. Get there via the <a href="https://parks.canada.ca/pn-np/ab/banff/visit/parkbus/louise" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Parks Canada Shuttle</a>. Reservations typically open a couple months ahead, so plan early. Must-Do Iconic ExperiencesThese are the "you came all this way—you should see this" activities: - <a href="https://parks.canada.ca/pn-np/ab/banff/visit/les10-top10/louise" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Lake Louise</a> &amp; <a href="https://parks.canada.ca/pn-np/ab/banff/visit/les10-top10/louise" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Moraine Lake</a> – Famous turquoise glacier lakes with unreal mountain backdrops. Note: Accessible only via Parks Canada shuttle or Roam transit — no private vehicle access.- <a href="https://parks.canada.ca/pn-np/ab/banff/visit/les10-top10/minnewanka" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Lake Minnewanka</a> – Glacier-fed lake ideal for boat cruises, kayaking, and mountain views- <a href="https://www.banfflakelouise.com/experiences/johnston-canyon" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Johnston Canyon</a> – Scenic walk with waterfalls and suspended catwalks through a canyon- <a href="https://gondolabanff.com/)" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Banff Gondola</a> (Sulphur Mountain) – Easy ride to panoramic views of six mountain ranges- <a href="https://parks.canada.ca/pn-np/ab/banff/visit/les10-top10/glaciers-icefields" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Icefields Parkway</a> Drive – One of the most beautiful drives in the world (lakes, glaciers, wildlife) Worth the Extra DriveA little farther out, but worth it if you have the time: - <a href="https://www.banfflakelouise.com/experiences/peyto-lake" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Peyto Lake</a> Viewpoint – Striking wolf-head-shaped turquoise lake along the Icefields Parkway. It is ~1–1.5 hours from Banff. To find parking, it's best to arrive before 8:30am or after 6:00pm.- <a href="https://www.banfflakelouise.com/experiences/takkakaw-falls" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Takakkaw Falls</a> – One of Canada's tallest (and easily one of the most dramatic) waterfalls. It's located in Yoho National Park, just over the British Columbia border (~1–1.5 hours from Banff). Outdoor Adventures (All Levels)Easy/Casual- Stroll <a href="https://www.banfflakelouise.com/experiences/cascade-gardens" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Cascade Gardens</a>- <a href="https://www.explorecanmore.ca/listings/policemans-creek-boardwalk/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Policeman's Creek</a> boardwalk- <a href="https://www.banfflakelouise.com/experiences/bow-falls" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Bow River</a> walk/<a href="https://www.banfflakelouise.com/experiences/bow-falls" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Bow Falls</a> viewpoint Moderate- <a href="https://www.albertaparks.ca/parks/kananaskis/canmore-nordic-centre-pp/park-facilities/day-use/grassi-lakes/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Grassi Lakes</a> hike – Stunning, family-friendly 2.3 mile loop trail in Canmore- Tunnel Mountain hike – Not the same spot as our ceremony at Tunnel Mountain Reservoir- <a href="https://www.lakeagnesteahouse.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Lake Agnes Tea House</a> hike – Leave from Lake Louise parking lot, cash only More Adventurous- Mountain biking- <a href="https://www.banfflakelouise.com/paddling-rafting/rafting" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Whitewater rafting</a>- Via Ferrata climbing Unique and Memorable Experiences- <a href="https://www.banfflakelouise.com/experiences/guided-wildlife-tour" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Guided wildlife safari tours</a>- Horseback riding thru the Rockies- Canoeing on Lake Louise or Moraine Lake- <a href="https://www.columbiaicefieldsskywalk.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Columbia Icefield</a> glacier tour / Skywalk- Stargazing tours in the mountains- Golf with mountain views Food, Drinks, and Town Vibes- <a href="https://www.banfflakelouise.com/business/eat-castle-banff-canmore-food-tours" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Guided food tours</a>- Brewery hopping in Canmore- Explore the towns of Canmore &amp; Banff- <a href="https://www.banfflakelouise.com/experiences/afternoon-tea-at-fairmont-banff-springs" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Afternoon tea</a> at the Fairmont Banff Springs- Casual cafés with mountain views Relax and Scenic- Spa day at Fairmont Banff Springs or Lake Louise- <a href="https://banff.com/banff-upper-hot-springs/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Banff Upper Hot Springs</a> – Soak with mountain views!!!- Scenic drives + viewpoints – <a href="https://www.banfflakelouise.com/experiences/vermilion-lakes" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Vermilion Lakes</a>, <a href="https://thebanffblog.com/surprise-corner/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Surprise Corner</a>

Shannon & Joe

Shannon & Joe

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