Elope or Renew 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 will work together to create your vision, including any special elements. Your ceremony is a joyful and heartfelt celebration of your love.

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

Short Notice for a Wedding Officiant? 

Can Do!

Your ceremony celebrates the two of you in beautiful prose and includes lessons from nature.

Written to embrace your traditions and personal preferences, the ceremony will capture your essence as a couple. 

We begin with a first draft that celebrates the two of you, provides lessons from nature for your journey, guides the exchange of vows & rings. Then, makes it official with your "I do!"

We shape this draft, until you love it.

Write your own vows, see examples, have help or I'll write them for you. We'll talk Marriage License & Certificates too.

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

The Redwood Coast is home to

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

Uncrowded County Beaches

A Pristine Rugged Coastline

National Wild & Scenic Rivers

Mountain ridge-lines

Vast city parks:

Sequoia Park, Eureka

Redwood Park, Arcata

Amazing Private Properties

We'll hold your ceremony anywhere you'd like to celebrate. Nearby in nature or deep in the wild. 

If you need, use Concierge Service to help you choose the perfect spot and sort out the details. Includes talk with a live human.

All Officiant Packages Include

1. Personal service. Your ceremony, and our work, are on your schedule. Where, when and how it works for you.
2. 1, 2 or as many as you would like "get-to-know you" sessions, by phone or video chat. Or meet locally. Personal and genuine interactions.
3. A beautiful ceremony that celebrates the two of you, includes your wishes and connects you to natural wisdom. You approve it. Choose between a custom or basic ceremony package.
4. Vows: written for you, samples to choose from, or help with writing your own.
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 Packages 

(up to 30 guests)

Custom Officiant  $512

a custom ceremony that captures the beauty of your relationship & shares  wisdom from the nature that you love

Deposit: $312

Basic Officiant  $420

a beautiful, non-custom ceremony

Deposit: $270

Want to add Concierge Service?

Add $100 to the package & deposit

A deposit reserves your date and time. A deposit also opens access to Concierge Service. Your balance is due by the day of your ceremony.

Please Note: 50 miles of travel are included (Fortuna to Trinidad). I'm located in Arcata CA** 

Travel is based on the location of your ceremony. Gas here costs $5.00-$6.00/gallon.

 ** Typical travel charges on the Redwood Coast run from $30 to $70. The mileage will be quoted when you know the location. It's included in your balance. Examples: Jedediah Smith, ($60), Prairie Creek ($30) and Avenue of the Giants (Redcrest @ north end $30, Redway @ south end $50) and Shelter Cove ($70). See a map at the Contact link.

Are you looking for a Complete Service Elopement Package on the Redwood Coast? I can connect you with my friends at Blue Sky Elopements or other talented local Planners and Day-of Coordinators.

Vow Renewal Package

(up to 30 guests)

Custom Officiant  $479

a custom ceremony that captures the beauty of your relationship & shares  wisdom from the nature that you love

Deposit: $329

Want to add Concierge Service?

Add $100 to the package & deposit

Concierge Services Only

Do-It-Yourself Planning Resources 

for destination planning.

Exclusive Resources Access   $250

Includes: Q&A with Paul.

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Elopement Packages for 

Central California & the Sierra

Muir Woods $2100 

Big Sur $2800

Lake Tahoe $2900

Yosemite $3000

Rates are for Front Country venues and the Custom Officiant Elopement package, and include travel and lodging. 

Backcountry rates are available.

(Please see Adventure Weddings)