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					<h3 class="articlehead">mt hood events</h3>
					<h1>Mt Hood Weddings</h1>
					
					
					<p><img src="../content/2007_01/weddingcouple.jpg" alt="" width="120" height="160" align="left" />Did  you just get engaged or are you planning a special proposal for Valentine&rsquo;s  Day?&nbsp; Everyone remembers their special  and perhaps most important day of their lives.&nbsp;  Why not plan to have your wedding in The Villages of Mt Hood.&nbsp; The mountains, towering evergreen trees,  rushing waters of the rivers as well as the multitude of natural park-like  settings create the ideal backdrop for sharing your vows.<br />
				    <br /> Whether you are planning a quiet, intimate  wedding, a church wedding or a large festive event, all of your resources are  right here.&nbsp; We know your wedding day  will be just right in The Villages of Mt Hood.</p>
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					<h2>Locations</h2>
                  <p><span class="lodgingHeader">The  Resort at the Mountain</span><br />
                    <img src="../content/2007_01/weddingtable.jpg" alt="" width="300" height="223" align="right" />Whether  your wedding dreams include a spectacular outdoor setting amidst the highlands  of the Mt. Hood National    Forest, or inside a beautifully decorated  ballroom, The Resort at the Mountain can help make those dreams come  true.&nbsp; You can count on The Resort&rsquo;s professional staff to customize a  wedding and reception package just for you, so your special event is exactly  what you envision.</p>
                    <p>68010 E Fairway Ave <br />
Welches OR 97067 <br />
800-669-7666/503-622-3101 <br />
FAX: 503-622-5227 <br />
<a href="http://www.theresort.com" target="_blank">www.theresort.com</a> <br />
EMAIL: <a href="mailto:information@theresort.com">information@theresort.com</a> </p>
                    <p><span class="lodgingHeader">Pappy&rsquo;s  Cabin</span><br />
  &ldquo;Romance  by the River&rdquo; Nestled in the towering Douglas firs and on  the Sandy River, Pappy's  Cabin awaits you. A perfect romantic getaway to the country, a place to do nothing  but relax to the sounds of the river rushing by, the cabin&nbsp;is available  for small weddings for up to 8 guests. Get married by the fire or on the  spacious deck by the river.</p>
                    <p> Welches <br />
503-668-0107 <br />
503-816-1558 <br />
<a href="http://www.historicalchurch.com/The cabin.htm" target="_blank">www.historicalchurch.com/The cabin.htm</a> <br />
EMAIL: <a href="mailto:minister@historicalchurch.com">minister@historicalchurch.com</a> <br />
1 bdrm 1 bath Sleeps 2 on Sandy River</p>
                    <p><span class="lodgingHeader">Cascade  Property Management</span><br />
                      Planning  a small, intimate wedding? Or have you decided to elope? Renewing your vows  with your life-time partner? Mt Hood Vacation Rental Homes provide the perfect,  romantic setting
                  for small and intimate Mt Hood Wedding parties of 10 people or less.<img src="../content/2007_01/weddingcouple3.jpg" alt="" width="150" height="112" align="right" /></p>
                    <p>24403 E Welches Rd-Suite 104 <br />
PO Box 454 <br />
Welches OR 97067 <br />
503-622-5688 or 800-635-5417 <br />
FAX: 503-622-6710 <br />
<a href="http://www.mthoodrentals.com" target="_blank">www.mthoodrentals.com</a> <br />
EMAIL: <a href="mailto:casprop@mthoodrentals.com">casprop@mthoodrentals.com</a> </p>
                    <p><span class="lodgingHeader">Wildwood Park</span> <br />
                  600  acre day use facility nestled in the forested foothills of the Cascade   Mountains, along the spectacular Wild and Scenic Salmon River.&nbsp; Three picnic areas with shelters; Pioneer and  Mountain View each have a  200-person capacity with fireplaces, barbecues, hot plate units, tables and  sinks.&nbsp; The Salmon River Shelter is  available for 50 people or less.&nbsp; Open  May &ndash; September.</p>
                    <p>503-622-3696 or 503-375-5646<br />
                    <a href="http://www.blm.gov/or/districts/salem/recreation/index.htm" target="_blank">www.blm.gov/or/districts/salem/recreation/index.htm</a></p>
                    <p><span class="lodgingHeader">Kiwanis  Camp</span><br />
                  The  Little Zig Zag River flows through this conference center in the center of the  Mt Hood National Forest; wherever you walk in camp, you'll hear its sound.&nbsp; Facilities are available for rental  except&nbsp;during camp, generally mid-August through mid-June.&nbsp; Available for groups up to 150, includes  kitchen facilities and fully accessible lodging.</p>
                    <p>9320 SW Barbur Boulevard, Suite 165<br />
                      Portland, OR 97219<br />
                    Fax:&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;503/452-0062<br />
					<a href="http://www.mhkc.org/" target="_blank">www.mhkc.org/</a></p><br />
					<p><span class="lodgingHeader">The Church Alive</span><br />
                      61300 E Highway 26, Brightwood<br />
                      503-622-2620<br />
                      <br />
                      <span class="lodgingHeader">The Church of St John (Catholic)</span><br />
                      Woodsey Way off Highway 26<br />
                      503-622-6338 or 503-668-4446<br />
                      Services: Sat 7pm, Sun 8 am, Thu 6pm<br />
                      <br />
                      <span class="lodgingHeader">The Church on the Mountain</span><br />
                      Highway 26 And Welches Rd, Welches<br />
                      503-622-4079<br />
                      <br />
                      <span class="lodgingHeader">Hoodland Church</span> <br />
                      66951 E Highway 26, Welches<br />
                      503-655-3075<br />
                      <br />
                      <span class="lodgingHeader">Hoodland Lutheran Church</span><br />
                      59151 E Hwy 26 <br />
                      503-622-3916 or Pastor 503-622-5525<br />
                  Services: Sunday 10:30am</p>
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				  <h2>Related Services</h2><h3>Officiants</h3>
                    <p><span class="lodgingHeader">Kurt &amp; Michelle Winner</span><br />
  &ldquo;Your Mt Hood Wedding Officiants&rdquo; Have you found  that perfect little chapel or cabin in the woods ? Or will it be a large  wedding at a mountain resort?&nbsp; The Pacific   Northwest offers an almost unlimited supply of world-class beauty. We  specialize in performing ceremonies in the Mt. Hood area.&nbsp;  So if it's a mountain lake, wild and scenic river, resort&nbsp;or recreation  area that suits you, please give us a call.&nbsp;  We&nbsp;understand how important it is to you to express your love and  commitment your way. As ordained non-denominational ministers we can assist you  in creating a&nbsp;personal ceremony unique to you and your beloved. We want  you to relax and enjoy your day of joyous celebration!</p>
                  <p>503-668-0107  or 503-816-1558<br />
                      Email:  minister@historicalchurch.com<br />
  <em><a href="http://www.historicalchurch.com/" target="_blank">http://www.historicalchurch.com/</a> </em></p>
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					<h3>Bridal Party Salon Services</h3>
					<p><span class="lodgingHeader">Designers Hair Center - Salon &amp; Day  Spa</span><br />
					  24525 E Welches Rd, Welches, OR 97067<br />
					  503-622-3404<br />
					  Haircuts &amp; Styling, Color &amp; Highlighting, Sculptured  nails,<br />
				  Pedicures, Tanning, Facials, and Massage</p>
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					<h3>Transportation</h3>
					<p><span class="lodgingHeader">Luxury Accommodations Transportation Services</span><br />
					  Airport  Shuttle, <a href="http://www.timberlinelodge.com/download/Timberline_Shuttle_0607.pdf" target="_blank">Ski  Shuttle</a>, Tours,  Limos and Charters<br />
					  PO Box   683, Sandy OR 97055<br />
					  Phone: 503-668-7433 or 800-831-7433 Fax: 503-668-9659<br />
				  Email: <a href="mailto:luxury@cybcon.com?subject=From%20Mt%20Hood%20Chamber%20Web%20Site">luxury@cybcon.com</a></p>
					<p><span class="lodgingHeader">Sea  to Summit Outdoor  Adventures</span><br />
                      Portland  to Mt Hood Ski and Shuttle Service<br />
					  503-286-9333<br />
				  EMAIL: <a href="mailto:tours@seatosummit.net">tours@seatosummit.net</a></p>
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					<h3>Catering</h3>
					<p><span class="lodgingHeader">Wildwood Caf&eacute; at Mt Hood Village</span><br />
					  Specialty dinners, private parties, weddings &amp;  meetings<br />
  <a href="http://www.wildwoodcafemthood.com/index.swf" target="_blank">http://www.wildwoodcafemthood.com/index.swf</a><br />
					  65000 E Hwy 26<br />
				  503-622-0298</p>
					<p><span class="lodgingHeader">Still Creek Inn</span><br />
					  Still Creek Inn offers custom catering for your event. The catering menu  provides a variety of culinary dishes tailored to your private party, wedding,  reunion or any special event<br />
					  73365 E Hwy 26, Rhododendron<br />
				  503-622-4618</p>
					<p><span class="lodgingHeader">The Rendezvous Grill &amp; Tap Room</span><br />
					  The Oregonian's &quot;Best of the Neighborhood&quot;<br />
					  Serious Hand-Made  Food &amp; Devastating Desserts<br />
  <a href="http://www.rendezvousgrill.net" target="_blank">www.rendezvousgrill.net</a><br />
					  Arrah Wanna Rendezvous Center<br />
				  503-622-6837</p>
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