Fraser River Lodge

Wedding Day

Ceremony

Cocktail hour

Reception

First Dances

First shuttle leaves back to Harrison

Last call/ last shuttle 

Out of town guests Brunch*

Brunch details

Our Wedding

They met at Bishops, working together in Reslife, friends to lovers trope.They started dating in 2019 after

How it started

Our Story

Photos

Rachel Ruecker

Danica Strilesky

Kathryn Lehmann

Sydney Hobbes

Jessica Hasker

Scott Walton

Nick Giornofelce

Brendon Caldwell

Jerry Tuzi

Wedding Party

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Our wedding is Cocktail — Garden Party Formal (fall in Agassiz, BC). Expect typically mild weather around 10–15°C; layers are recommended in case of breeze or evening cool-down.What to wear-Women: Dresses or skirts below the knee, or dressy trousers; light layers like a shawl or tailored jacket are encouraged.-Men: Suits or sport jackets with ties; dress trousers and polished shoes.- Footwear: Choose stable shoes suitable for grass (block heels, wedges, or dress flats recommended).Colours &amp; vibe - The wedding party will wear dark purple and dark grey; we love coordinated, refined looks in those tones but please don’t feel obligated to match exactly—complementary neutrals (no white) and muted florals work beautifully.Practical notes -Ceremony and cocktail hour are outdoors, reception indoors— bring a light coat or wrap for cooler moments.

Dress Code

Q + A

* We have block rates at this hotel - see email for more details*Wedding shuttle will be leaving from and dropping off at this hotel.This Harrison Hot Springs hotel is located across the road from Harrison Lake. The hotel offers a gym and rooms with free WiFi. Harrison Beach Hotel rooms and pet-friendly suites offer a cooking area with kitchenware. The rooms are also equipped with air conditioning. Guests at the Harrison Hotel can swim in the indoor pool or use the fitness center or outdoor hot tub. The hotel offers a seasonal restaurant. Beach Hotel Harrison is within a 30-minute drive of Sasquatch Provincial Park. The Agassiz Speedway is 12 mi from the hotel, while Sandpipper Golf Resort is 14 mi away.

Harrison Beach Hotel

Bramblebank Cottages features rooms in Harrison Hot Springs. All rooms have a patio. All units come with a flat-screen TV with cable channels microwave a coffee machine a bath free toiletries and a wardrobe. Selected rooms also boast a kitchen with an oven. Guest rooms at the hotel are equipped with a seating area. The area is popular for cycling and canoeing. The nearest airport is Abbotsford International Airport 43 mi from the property.

Bramblebank Cottages

The Harrison Lake Hotel is a family, pet-friendly, affordable hotel located in the heart of Harrison Hot Springs. Just a short walk to the lake, Harrison Golf course is a five minutes drive, Bridal Falls is a 25-minute drive, and Kilby Museum and Campground is just 10 minutes’ drive away. Each room at Harrison Lake Hotel features a 32-inch flat-screen TV. Rooms also include both a microwave and mini fridge, along with tea/coffee-making facilities. Located within the village of Harrison Hot Springs, the hotel provides free parking (outdoor) and access to the public hot springs pool for hotels guests.

Harrison Lake Hotel

Located on the coast of Harrison Lake, this resort offers on-site dining, a marina with powerboat rentals, and free WiFi. This resort features an indoor mineral pool and a large spa bath with a 30-foot high pavilion. It is 21 mi from Chilliwack city center. Each guest room at Harrison Hot Springs Resort &amp; Spa features a flat-screen cable TV and pay-per-view movie channels. A refrigerator and coffee maker are provided. There are 3 outdoor pools, one of which is a 1,000 square feet adults-only mineral pool. A fitness center and tennis court is available for guests' enjoyment. The historic and upscale Copper Room features local cuisine and live music. The Harrison Hot Springs Resort is also home to the Islands Bar, offering cocktails and views of Harrison Lake from the patio. Sasquatch Provincial Park is a 20-minute drive from Harrison Hot Springs Resort and Spa. The Harrison Tourist Bureau is 5 minutes from the resort by foot.

Harrison Hot Springs Resort and Spa

This is the closest airport to the venue, further away from downtown Vancouver. 62.5 Kms from FRL (approx 47mins) Start by getting on Trans-Canada Hwy/BC-1 E from 304 Street/Mount Lehman Rd and Marshall Rd. Head west on Liberator Ave toward 304 Street/Mount Lehman Rd, then turn right onto 304 Street/Mount Lehman Rd. Afterward, turn right onto Marshall Rd, and at the roundabout, take the 2nd exit onto the BC-1 E/Trans Canada Hwy ramp to Hope.Follow Trans-Canada Hwy/BC-1 E for about 48.4 kilometers, and then take exit 135 for BC-9 toward Agassiz/Harrison Hot Springs.Continue on Agassiz-Rosedale Hwy/BC-9 N for approximately 8.2 kilometers.At the roundabout, continue straight to stay on Agassiz-Rosedale Hwy/BC-9 N, then continue straight onto Haig Hwy (signs for BC-7 E).Finally, turn right onto McDonald Rd S, and after a short distance, Fraser River Lodge will be on your right.

Abbotsford International Airport

135 Kms from the venue, approx 2 hrs depending on traffic. 30 mins from downtown Vancovuer &amp; 20 mins from Ladner. Start by getting on BC-91 from Grant McConachie Way E, Sea Island Way, and BC-99 S. Head west on Grant McConachie Way E, then continue onto Sea Island Way. Merge onto BC-99 S via the ramp to New Westminster/ Delta/ Surrey/ BC-91, and take the BC-91 E ramp to Delta/Surrey.Follow BC-91, BC-17, and Trans-Canada Hwy/BC-1 E to Agassiz-Rosedale Hwy/BC-9 N in Fraser Valley. Take exit 135 from Trans-Canada Hwy/BC-1 E.Merge onto BC-91, then take the exit toward Nordel Way/BC-17/BC-1/Trans-Canada Hwy. Continue onto BC-17 and then onto BC-15 S. Finally, take the Trans-Canada Hwy/BC-1 E exit toward Langley/Hope and continue on Trans-Canada Hwy/BC-1 E until you reach exit 135 for BC-9 toward Agassiz/Harrison Hot Springs.Continue on Agassiz-Rosedale Hwy/BC-9 N for approximately 8.2 kilometers.At the roundabout, continue straight to stay on Agassiz-Rosedale Hwy/BC-9 N, then continue straight onto Haig Hwy (signs for BC-7 E).Finally, turn right onto McDonald Rd S, and after a short distance, Fraser River Lodge will be on your right.

Vancouver International Airport

** in the US **97 kms away, approx 1hr 24 mins - an option for those flying in from the States or trying to avoid the bulk of the traffic.Start by taking Mitchell Way, Airport Way, W Bakerview Rd, Aldrich Rd, and W Horton Rd to WA-539 N/Guide Meridian Rd in Bellingham for about 3.9 miles.Continue on WA-539 N for 1.8 miles, then take E Smith Rd. Follow Everson Goshen Rd, WA-544 E, and Van Buren Rd to WA-9 N for about 14.9 miles.Continue on WA-9 N for 38.6 miles, crossing the border into Canada (British Columbia).Continue on Sumas Way/BC-11 N and take the Trans Canada Highway/BC-1 E ramp to Hope for about 26.2 miles.Enter Canada and continue on Trans-Canada Hwy/BC-1 E, then take exit 135 for BC-9 toward Agassiz/Harrison Hot Springs.Continue on Agassiz-Rosedale Hwy/BC-9 N for approximately 5.1 miles until you reach McDonald Rd S in Agassiz.Turn right onto McDonald Rd S, and after 0.9 miles, Fraser River Lodge will be on your right.Note: This route involves driving through various roads and highways in both the United States and Canada to reach Fraser River Lodge.

Bellingham International Airport

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Hailea & Carson

Hailea & Carson

H&C

Wedding Day

4:00 PM–4:30 PM

Ceremony

4:30 PM–6:00 PM

Cocktail hour

6:00 PM

Reception

7:30 PM

First Dances

9:30 PM

First shuttle leaves back to Harrison

12:30 AM

Last call/ last shuttle