Serena+Blake

Thank you for coming to our wedding celebration weekend! Redwood Ranch is a beautiful, private, 190 acre oasis with riverfront swimming holes and waterfalls. We intend to enjoy the ranch for the whole weekend and all events and activities will be taking place on site at the ranch.

Here is the low-down: We would love to see everyone as much as possible and therefore encourage guests to unplug with us for meals, swimming and hang time. All day, every day! The ranch is approximately 30-45 minutes from the tiny downtown of Three Rivers and while there is wifi at the venue if you are near the house- there is no cell phone service. There is a land line at Redwood Ranch: (559) 370-4043. Check out the website below for pictures of the relaxing swimming holes and property.

We welcome you to camp with us at Redwood Ranch! There are many rural camp spots available, we will have three very nice, air conditioned bathrooms set up near the venue that include sinks and flushable toilets. We also plan to set up several solar shower stations and a spacious, tall, dressing room tent with a full length mirror and a clothes rack.

If you are camping with us we encourage you to purchase our weekend catering option because the use of any fire, including jet-boils, are prohibited due to the fire risk. We are very excited and have put a lot of effort into cultivating this catering option to make the weekend more relaxing for all of our guests. We have been fortunate enough to have our friends at Flora & Fauna Catering joining us for the whole weekend. They will be providing meals from the Friday Welcome Lunch through the Sunday Pancake Buffet. *All meals are Gluten and Dairy Free and will include optional add ins for Gluten and Dairy. Snacks throughout the day and non-alcoholic beverages will be included. Feel free to bring your favorite drinks along to enjoy during daytime activities. Example menu is below.

Redwood Ranch charges $25 per person, per night for camping. The catering package is $120 per person total for Friday lunch through Sunday breakfast. Camping charge is not included in the catering package. Please RSVP for camping & catering on our events page.

Throughout the weekend we plan to have swimming, music, a beautiful and relaxing covered lounge tent with seating, drinks and hammocks, Dj's for days... our incredible friend Mikey will be our host Dj, live music, yoga, tasting with the wine makers and an art gallery.

If you opt to stay in town or at an AirBnb nearby- we would love to have you hang with us! Let us know if you would like to purchase the catering option to have meals, snacks and beverages provided at the ranch for the whole weekend!

A note about children: We LOVE your children and welcome them to our celebration weekend. That being said… this is a rural ranch with 10 ft deep swimming holes right in front of the wedding venue, please ensure your own child’s safety- there will be no lifeguards. This is a stunning natural setting that also happens to come with critters, ranch animals and predatory animals. Our late evening celebrations will include alcoholic beverages and THC/CBD edibles. Please keep this all in mind when bringing your children (whom we adore) along. We want to keep everyone safe and having fun ~ so please keep a very close eye on your little ones if they are coming

Dogs: We love dogs! Very well behaved dogs on leash are welcome at the venue- however there are a few things to note. First off, this is our dog, Berkeley's weekend just as much as it is ours - therefore only dogs whom have met and get along with Berkeley are allowed :). The working farm animals and wild peacocks are residents here and we do not want these gorgeous ‘locals’ to be harmed or harassed. The ranch requires that dogs be leashed. It is absolutely necessary that you clean up after your pet asap.

**Sample Menu** This menu will be altered as the wedding date approaches as Flora & Fauna only uses what is fresh and in season- however this is an example and gives you an idea of our weekend catering package.

Welcome Lunch

-Grilled Steak Salad: tossed with rice noodles, fresh basil, mint, cilantro and a chile lime dressing -Cobb Salad or Grilled Corn & Quinoa Salad with fresh line, onions and micro cilantro-Crispy fried chips -Fruit display

Pre-Wedding Celebration Dinner

-Tapas display: grilled veggies, olives, tortilla espagnole, crisp crudités with romesco sauce and roasted potatoes with smoked paprika -Paella: Chicken, Spanish Chorizo & Shrimp -Green Beans with lemon and toasted mustard seed -A beautiful green salad or Filipino Inspired Dinner Crispy friend and fresh spring rolls in rice paper Pancit Bihon: stir fried rice noodles with meat or veggies Chicken Adobo Lechon Kawali (crispy fried pork belly with dipping sauce Steamed Rice and another veggie dish

Wedding Day Breakfast

Fruit and Granola Parfaits Build your own breakfast parfait with gluten free flora and fauna granola, seasonal berries and fruits, toasted coconut, toasted pecans *or served with almond or coconut milk as a cold cereal Frittata Roasted Pepper, Rainbow Swiss Chard and Caramelized Onion Ham, Spinach and Green Onion Breakfast Sausages Breakfast Pastries Gluten free and dairy free muffins or coffee cake baked by us!

Wedding Day Lunch

-Grazing Station Bountiful and colorful display of Sliced assorted charcuterie, grilled sliced sausages served with pickles and assorted mustards Fresh crudité with “creamy”herb dip Roasted garlic hummus, Rosemary scented white bean dip, Mediterranean salsa, Lentil and Beet Relish and Olive Tapanade served with tortilla chips and gluten free crackers Marinated Olives Petit Chicken Salad Lettuce Wraps Tuna Nicoise Potato Cups Deviled Eggs Spiced Nuts Fresh and Dried Fruits

Wedding Reception Dinner

Passed appetizers Grilled Bistro Fillet with Red wine and Wild Mushroom Compote or Herb Grilled Chicken with Peach Jalapeño Glaze on a baby spinach salad Rustic Mashed potatoes with melted leeks, roasted garlic and fresh herbs Grilled Summer Vegetable Quinoa with summer squash, sweet peppers, red onion, baby broccoli, fresh lemon and herbs Summer Vegetable Display: honey and thyme glazed rainbow carrots, curry and cilantro roasted cauliflower, toasted mustard seed and lemon green beans, grilled baby broccoli with chili flake, grilled fennel with capers and fresh herbs, cucumber salad with fresh dill, balsamic glazed grilled eggplant and ruin grilled summer squash Salad: little gem lettuce, pickled red onion, grilled peach, crushed pistachio, basil, mint and citrus vinaigrette

Sunday Recovery Breakfast

Gluten Free Pancake Bar: choice of toppings, condiments, fresh fruits, maple, custom floral and fauna jams and berry compotes Corned Beef Hash & Poached Eggs Bacon Fresh Fruit

Check out their website: www.floraandfaunafinefood.com/ 

We cannot stress this enough and understand it's a challenge, but please try to carpool for both camping and for events, due to limited parking in the venue's river valley. We have 30 vehicle parking spaces for our...150 amazing guests... with no option to "park and walk in" from another spot on the property or the road.

~ We are working on shuttling options to *a few* stops. If you haven't already, please provide us with your hotel or airbnb address by filling in the sheet below (or text us, that's cool). We will devise some carpooling & shuttling options to get everyone there and back safely :).

*Uber/Taxis are not really a "thing" in Three Rivers.

*please remember that trailers over 14 feet will not be able to make it down the driveway to the venue

We also have a carpool/rideshare spreadsheet here below- use it :)

Parking is limited on site, (and ya know, "the Environment" is important) therefore, it is crucial that we carpool! Elisa (aka "Reef") has created a great Ride Sharing spreadsheet: View ~ for those traveling from within California to this incredible Venue in Three Rivers, see if you can find a ride and make some new friends!

Directions should be printed and read completely. Do not rely on GPS. The ranch is approximately 30 minutes drive from Three Rivers.

The Ranch address is 48008 South Fork Drive, Three Rivers, CA 93271

*remember, you will not have any cell coverage for most of the South Fork Dr. Cell service is spotty and GPS is often incorrect. Again, it is best to print these directions for your drive.

*Old Three Rivers Drive is one of the first turn¬offs to the right as you enter Three Rivers. Turn right there. Once you have turned onto Old Three Rivers Dr, continue up, keep right onto Blossom, and make a right at the 3¬way onto South Fork Dr. Redwood Ranch is 7 miles away (approx 20 ¬ 30 mins. drive). Slower is better on these mountain roads. Watch for cattle in the road, and be aware that uphill traffic typically has the right of way¬ however, be aware of pullouts and always make way for any rig with a trailer. Please be a courteous and safe driver as you make your way up to the ranch, and we encourage you to leave that 30 minute drive time window to avoid any rush.

About 20 minutes up you will see the group of mailboxes that include ours¬ -*do not turn here, ¬ continue up South Fork Dr. When you see the “Rio Rosa” ranch gate you are almost there! We are the next ranch. You will see our white pasture fence with the metal Redwood Tree mounted to the right of the gate. The red address marker reads 48008.

Please use the gate code 1933# and drive all the way to the bottom of the drive (*do not turn left to the yellow house, *do not veer right to the small cabins).

*if the gate malfunctions, we do have an intercom system at the front gate¬buzz first, then keep pressing the button to talk, then release it to listen

Barn land line: (559) 370¬- 4043 (this is located outside the house and not answered often)

Redwood Ranch is not a campground, it's a beautiful rural river valley with a river going through it and glorious swimming holes. Camping will take place in designated areas, however there are no "camp sites" created so prepare to make your own and claim it when you arrive within the designated areas. There are a few spots for shaded tent sites. Also, please be considerate of your camping neighbors and aware that there will be lots of tents fighting for shade. 

Bring your tent, tarp, air mattress, headlamps, some gear for mild weather that can be a high in the 90s and dips into the mid to low 60s in the evening. If you’re worried about shade perhaps bring a shade structure. *Do not bother bringing a stove or jet boil as they are not allowed on the property due to fire regulations and you’re getting catering anyway! Catering will also provide coffee. Also don’t bother bringing a toilet unless you really want one and plan to set up camp further out ~ there will be a fancy air conditioned portable bathrooms there and we’ll provide solar showers and a dressing room tent and allow you to get comfy & lookin’ fresh.

Also, bring some things for your day lounging in the river or at camp. Folding chair (we will have tables and some lounges but not enough for everyone to sit at the same time), water bottle, bathing suit, river towel, shower towel, hand towel and *an old sheet… yep sheets are the best per the river folk! They don’t pick up the sticky leaves and debris so they are great to lay on the rocks and lounge with or lay your towel over. Also feel free to bring your yoga matt for the Saturday morning yoga session with Amber! If you are specific about what you like to drink or snack on, please feel free to bring an ice chest of those things ☺ don’t leave food or drinks out unattended as the peacocks will chow down on it!

Please help us limit the recycling/waste by not bringing such things to camp. We’re going to feed you while you’re on site. We’ve got scheduled meals for the catering package and the Rehearsal Dinner + Wedding Dinner are our treat to you (for being friends for life & supporting and loving us ~ thank you). Come and enjoy a chill & festive weekend by the river.

This ain't no ordinary ranch ~ a river runs thru it, and tents can be pitched anywhere you like! If you camp with us, we are asking that you purchase the weekend catering package. We are all lucky to be fed by the amazing ladies of Flora & Fauna (and they'll be camping right there with us!). It'll be hot, yes (about 97 degrees average high temp) but the river is there to cool your core while you stay close to the action :)

Some Places to stay around the Three Rivers Area

1. Cathy Carnahan at kaweahriverranch@hotmail.com

2. Don and Teriz Mosley at https ://www.vrbo.com/732461 

3. James and Kathleen at https://www.vrbo.com/115488 

4. Sheila, at Sequoia Vacation Rentals is also an excellent resource for nearby guesthouses. Consider booking directly through her to avoid surcharges. Please email her directly at http://www.sequoiavactionrentals.com/

5. AirBnb: View Local Listings

South Fork Campground: www.nps.gov/seki/planyourvisit/south_fork.htm

We haven't stayed at any of the hotels, but if you see one that looks good ~ Redwood Ranch is an easy 20 minute drive from most motels & 'downtown'