HOW TO ELOPE IN THE SHUSWAP

Elopements and intimate weddings are becoming increasingly popular. People are deciding to step away from the traditional large weddings and focus on what is most–their love. The Shuswap is a beautiful location to elope. With the various beaches, lakes and mountainscapes, there is no shortage of beauty to be found. There is so much diversity in this area that you can make any of your elopement dreams come true. 

1. Pick Your Spot

Here are some of our faves:

• Tin Poppy (Wedding Venue)

Driving time from Salmon Arm: 28 Minutes

• White Lake Weddings (Wedding Venue)

Driving time from Salmon Arm: 28 Minutes

• Bastion Mountain (For the adventurous couple)

Driving time from Salmon Arm: 52 Minutes

• Sicamous Lookout  (For the adventurous couple)

Driving time from Salmon Arm: 23 Minutes

• Salmon Arm Foreshore Trail (For the couple who loves nature)

Driving time from Salmon Arm: 0 Minutes

2. Get your Timing Right

The Shuswap is known for its distinct four seasons, which means you really have options when it comes to eloping. If you are wanting to have total flexibility and freedom with lighting and photo options, I would highly recommend eloping from May to September. The winter months can be beautiful but beware of really cold temperatures and it getting dark very early (we are talking 4pm).

3. Stay Legal

• You will need to get a marriage license from the Province of British Columbia: this can be picked up for $100 at a Service BC location
• Hire a commissioner or officiant to marry you. Make sure you tell them your plans, especially if you plan on being on top of a mountain! 
• Ask two witnesses to come along (ps: your photographers can act as witnesses!)

4. Bring Dream Vendors

Just because you are eloping, doesn’t mean you need to sacrifice having an amazing team of vendors! The Shuswap has amazing vendors right in our area! Here our some of our faves:

Hair & Makeup

Cassidy Watt Artistry Collective

Florals

Society Floral

Fern & Frond

Day of Coordinator (to help with getting a perfect set up)

OKGN Events Girl

5. Capture every moment (book a photographer)

If you are eloping, documenting the entire experience is something we highly recommend. This is a once-in-a-lifetime experience, and photos will bring back every detail. 

There you go! The ultimate guide to eloping in the Shuswap!

Xo Victoria & Levi

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