Elope or Renew Your Vows

An intimate moment for the two of you  in a non-traditional setting. Maybe a photographer, a witness and some guests are there too.

We work together to create your vision, including any special elements. Then go anywhere you'd like to celebrate. A joyful and heartfelt performance makes your ceremony unforgettable.

All Officiant Services are included. Optional help with planning is available for those not familiar with the area.

Short Notice for a Wedding Officiant? 

Can Do!

Your custom ceremony celebrates the two of you. How and where you want.

Written to your spiritual and personal preferences, the ceremony will capture the essence of your love. Write your own vows, see examples, have me help or write them for you. We'll talk Marriage License & Certificates too. 

Want a special element? Hand binding, unity knot, sand ceremony, or tree planting. We can also create something unique that's perfect for the two of you.

Here on the gorgeous Redwood Coast you'll find

Towering Old-Growth Redwoods in the Redwood National and State Parks

Uncrowded Beaches

A Natural Coastline

Wild & Scenic Rivers

Breathtaking Mountain Vistas

are not far inland.

I'll be available to help you choose the perfect spot and sort out the details.

Officiant Service

1. It's your ceremony! Done on your schedule. Where, when and how you want.
2. 1, 2 or as many as you would like "get-to-know you" sessions, by phone or video chat. Or meet locally. Personal service and genuine interactions.
3. A personal, custom ceremony that reflects the two of you, includes your wishes and connects to the surrounding natural wisdom. You approve it.
4. Vows: written for you, samples to choose from, or help with writing your own. No vows are an option.
5. A joyful and heartfelt performance of your ceremony, at your chosen location.
6. Complete the legal duties for a Marriage.

Concierge Service (optional)

Concierge Service includes information on locations, photographers, marriage license, vows, services and travel. Plus, local insights, last minute updates and more. It includes access to the Planning Resources page on this website and Q&A with Paul.  Helping make your planning easy. Reducing stress in decision making.

Elopement

Officiant & Concierge Services      $600 

Deposit: $400

Officiant Only      $500

Deposit: $300

Vow Renewal
Officiant & Concierge Services    $550

Deposit: $350

Officiant Only    $450

Deposit: $300

A deposit reserves your date and opens access to Concierge Service. 

Please Note: 50 miles of travel are included. I'm located in Arcata CA**

Are you looking for a Full Service Elopement Package on the Redwood Coast? Consider Blue Sky Elopements

Concierge Only

Do-It-Yourself Planning Resources

Exclusive Resources Access     $200

Includes: Q&A with Paul.

** Typical charges on the Redwood Coast run from $15 to $55. The mileage will be quoted when you know the location. It's part of the payment of your balance. Examples: Jedediah Smith ($50) and Shelter Cove ($55) are farther. Prairie Creek ($20) and Avenue of the Giants (Redcrest, north end $20, Redway south end $40) are closer. See a map at the Contact link.

Elopement Packages

Officiant Only

Muir Woods $1500 

Big Sur $2050

Lake Tahoe $1950

Yosemite $2100

Rates are for Front Country venues

Backcountry rates are available.

(See the Adventure Weddings page.)