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Together with their kindred and friends

Marc&Naomie

4 July 2027

Three O'Clockin the afternoon

The Lodge at Cathedral Pines

13977 Milam Road
Colorado Springs, Colorado 80908

Ceremony & Reception

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“There's some good in this world, and it's worth fighting for.” Samwise Gamgee

Begin the journey

Concerning Hobbits

An Unexpected Meeting

Marc and Naomie
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If you'd told us that a matched profile on a dating app would read like the opening line of an unlikely adventure, we might not have believed you.

For their first date, Marc picked a cozy European restaurant - a small nod to Naomie's roots across the Atlantic - and by the time the check arrived, neither of them wanted the evening to end. The conversation just kept going, the kind that makes you lose track of time entirely, and somewhere in there we both quietly knew this wasn't going to be just one date.

When it came time to propose, Marc went just as off-script - a space-themed escape room, down on one knee in the middle of a puzzle Naomie did not see coming. Two unlikely paths, one very lucky match - and we can't wait to celebrate with you.

— "I would rather share one lifetime with you than face all the ages of this world alone." —

"The Road Goes Ever On..."

Schedule of the Day

3:00 PM · Arrival

Gathering of the Guests

Please arrive by 3:00 PM so we may begin promptly.

3:30 PM

Ceremony

Among the pines at The Lodge at Cathedral Pines.

5:00 PM

Cocktail Hour

Drinks, light bites, and a moment to breathe in the mountain air.

6:30 – 10:00 PM

Reception

Dinner, toasts, dancing, and merrymaking late into the evening.

"Not all those who wander are lost."

Travel & Accommodations

Getting Here

The nearest airport is Colorado Springs Airport (COS), roughly a 25–35 minute drive to the Black Forest area depending on traffic. Denver International Airport (DEN) is a further option, about 1.5–2 hours north. A rental car is recommended, as the venue sits in a rural, wooded part of El Paso County.

Where to Stay

No official room block yet — here are well-rated options near the venue, roughly ordered by distance:

Black Forest (B&B)

~$115–$160 / night

Rustic log lodge right in Black Forest — closest option to the venue, cozy country feel.

Hampton Inn Colorado Springs Northeast

~$100–$135 / night

Reliable, well-reviewed, free breakfast — about a 20 minute drive to the venue.

Drury Inn & Suites (near US Air Force Academy)

~$90–$105 / night

Highly rated, good value, roughly 25 minutes from Black Forest.

Staybridge Suites NE Powers

~$120–$150 / night

Extended-stay suites, good for guests staying multiple nights.

Fairfield Inn and Suites by Marriott COS East

~$130–$170 / night

East/Ballpark location - about 10 minutes from COS airport, roughly 25-30 minutes to the venue. Free hot breakfast and indoor pool.

Hampton Inn COS-Airport

~$122–$150 / night

Right by the airport but father from the venue - roughly 35-40 minutes. Best if you're flying in/out same day.

Prices are estimates based on typical rates and will vary by season and how early you book. We recommend booking a few months out.

Parking & Shuttle

Parking is available on-site at the venue. If you'd like a shuttle from your hotel, let us know on the RSVP form and we'll follow up with details closer to the date.

Questions of the Fellowship

Frequently Asked Questions

Semi-formal / cocktail attire. The ceremony is outdoors and the reception is indoors, so we recommend comfortable shoes for grass and gravel paths, and a layer for the evening once the sun goes down.

Yes — let us know how many and their ages on the RSVP form so we can plan accordingly.

If your invitation includes a +1, there's a field for their name on the RSVP form. If you're not sure, just ask us directly.

Yes, on-site parking is available. See the Travel & Accommodations section above for shuttle options if you'd rather not drive.

Early July in Colorado is generally warm and sunny with a chance of afternoon showers — the venue has a covered backup plan in case of rain.

— "The wise speak only of what they know, Peregrin Took." —

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One Last Adventure

Our Journey to New Zealand

Instead of a traditional registry, we're setting out for New Zealand — Hobbiton included — for our honeymoon. If you'd like to help send us on our way, a contribution toward the journey means more to us than any gift.

QR code coming soon

— "It's a dangerous business, Frodo, going out the door... you step onto the Road, and if you don't keep your feet, there's no knowing where you might be swept off to." —