MT HOOD WEDDINGS
Vows with a View
Getting Married on Majestic Mt Hood
Everyone wants their wedding to be perfect. Does your dream of the perfect wedding take place in lovely natural surroundings, far from the bustle of everyday life? What if that place had wedding services nearby and was a convenient, short drive from the city? If that’s what you’d like, then The Villages of Mt. Hood is the wedding location for you. You’ll find venues, caterers and even the ministers to marry you.
Whether you’re hosting a hundred of your friends and family, or getting away on your own to make or renew your vows privately, The Villages of Mt Hood can help you make your wedding day a relaxing, joyful occasion.
Mt. Hood Ceremony Locations
The Resort at the Mountain
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. You can count on The Resort’s professional staff to customize a wedding and reception package just for you, so your special event is exactly what you envision.
68010 E Fairway Ave
Welches, Oregon
800-669-7666 or 503-622-3101
www.theresort.com
information@theresort.com
Pappy’s Cabin
“Romance by the River.” 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 is available for small weddings for up to 8 guests. Get married by the fire or on the spacious deck by the river.
Welches, Oregon
503-668-0107 or 503-816-1558
www.historicalchurch.com/The cabin.htm
minister@historicalchurch.com
1 bedroom, 1 bath. Sleeps 2 on the Sandy River
Cascade Property Management
Planning a small, intimate wedding? Or have you decided to elope? Renewing your vows with your lifetime partner? Mt Hood Vacation Rental Homes provide the perfect, romantic setting for small and intimate Mt Hood Wedding parties of 10 people or less.
24403 E Welches Rd-Suite 104
Welches, Oregon
877-864-9760
www.mthoodrentals.com
Fun@MtHoodRentals.com
Wildwood Park
600-acre day use facility nestled in the forested foothills of the Cascade Mountains, along the spectacular Wild and Scenic Salmon River. Three picnic areas with shelters; Pioneer and Mountain View each have a 200-person capacity with fireplaces, barbecues, hot plate units, tables and sinks. The Salmon River Shelter is available for 50 people or less.
Welches, Oregon
Open May – September.
503-622-3696 or 503-375-5646
www.blm.gov/or/districts/salem/recreation/index.htm
Kiwanis Camp
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. Facilities are available for rental except during camp, which is generally mid-June through mid-August. Available for groups up to 150, includes kitchen facilities and fully accessible lodging.
Rhododendron, Oregon
503-452-7416, ext. 100
rentals@mhkc.org
http://www.mhkc.org/Resources/rentOurFacilities.aspx
Mt Hood Village RV Resort
Have your celebration in the Evergreen Room while you and your guests stay in a variety of fun and comfortable accommodations. Bring your RV to one of the 440 hookups, or try the cottages and cabins. Call for event rental fees and reservations.
65000 E Highway 26
Welches, Oregon
800-255-3069 or 503-622-4011
mt_hood_village@mhchomes.com
Mt. Hood Churches
The Church Alive
61300 E Highway 26
Brightwood, Oregon
503-622-2620
The Church of St John (Catholic)
Woodsey Way off Highway 26
Welches, Oregon
503-622-6338 or 503-668-4446
The Church on the Mountain
Highway 26 And Welches Rd
Welches, Oregon
503-622-4079
Hoodland Church
66951 E Highway 26
Welches, Oregon
503-655-3075
Hoodland Lutheran Church
59151 E Hwy 26
Sleepy Hollow, Oregon
503-622-3916 or Pastor 503-622-5525
St Antonius
53252 E Sylvan Dr, off Highway 26
Cherryville, Oregon
503-622-5981
Mt. Hood Officiants
Kurt & Michelle Winner
“Your Mt Hood Wedding Officiants”
Have you found that perfect little chapel or cabin in the woods? Or will it be a large wedding at a mountain resort? The Pacific Northwest offers an almost unlimited supply of world-class beauty. We specialize in performing ceremonies in the Mt. Hood area. So if it's a mountain lake, wild and scenic river, resort or recreation area that suits you, please give us a call. We 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 personal ceremony unique to you and your beloved. We want you to relax and enjoy your day of joyous celebration!
Noryne Robinson, Sharon Burbank-Smith, and quite recently, Leigh Ittershagen.
503-668-0107 or 503-816-1558
minister@historicalchurch.com
http://www.historicalchurch.com/
Mt. Hood Salons
Bridal Party Salon Services
Designers Hair Center - Salon & Day Spa
Haircuts & Styling, Color & Highlighting, Sculptured Nails,
Pedicures, Tanning, Facials, and Massage
24525 E Welches Road
Welches, Oregon
503-622-3404
Maison Hair Salon - Kelli Savage
Haircuts, color, styling and perms, nails and hand treatments, waxing and makeup services. Complete bridal party services and group treatments for special occasions.
68685 E Manape
Welches, Oregon
971.409.2168
savagekelli@hotmail.com
www.maisonhairstudio.com
Mt. Hood Transportation
Luxury Accommodations Transportation Services
Airport Shuttle, Ski Shuttle, Tours, Limos and Charters
PO Box 683
Sandy, Oregon
503.668.7433 or 800.831.7433
luxury_1@juno.com
Sea to Summit Outdoor Adventures
Portland to Mt Hood Ski and Shuttle Service
503.286.9333
tours@seatosummit.net
www.seatosummit.net
Mt. Hood Catering
Wildwood Café at Mt Hood Village
Specialty dinners, private parties, and meetings; weddings catered both on and off site.
65000 E Hwy 26
Welches, Oregon
503.622.0298
http://www.wildwoodcafemthood.com/index.swf
Still Creek Inn
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. Receptions may be done onsite – call for consultation. Chef owned and operated.
73365 E Hwy 26
Rhododendron, Oregon
503.622.4618
www.stillcreekinn.com
The Rendezvous Grill & Tap Room
The Oregonian's "Best of the Neighborhood." Serious hand-made food and devastating desserts. Catering available for your wedding and any special event.
www.rendezvousgrill.net
Arrah Wanna Rendezvous Center
Welches, Oregon
503.622.6837
Busy Bee Catering
A full service off-site caterer. Food and all services and equipment necessary for any event at any location. Busy Bee can arrange and coordinate everything form tents, tables & chairs, linens, china & stemware, flowers & décor, entertainment, wedding officiates & bridal consultants. Menus are created from scratch using fresh ingredients purchased from local farmers. 20 years of experience making your day exactly to your taste.
Jan Ostrom, the Queen Bee caterer
Welches, Oregon
503.622.6743
www.busybeecatering.com
busybeecatering@hotmail.com
Mt. Hood Wine
Andrea’s Wine Gallery
Specializing in wines from the Pacific Northwest as well as California with an international selection from Italy, France, Australia, Germany, Spain and other countries. Specialty gift items for the wine enthusiast including wine accessories, pottery and other food and wine related goodies.
67195 C East Hwy 26
Welches, Oregon
503.927.5207
January/February 2008
Our stories are written by Andrée Larson. Andrée grew up in the Portland/Vancouver area. She earned an MA in Art History at the University of Oregon, and writes about the history and culture of people and communities. She’s spent time in Europe and on the East Coast, and says the Pacific Northwest is hands down the best place to live. She currently lives in Tacoma with her husband, an artist..