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Our Story
Love at first send
Tim Wind and Thomas Walsh met in Seattle on October 4th, 2013 through a local climbing gym called Seattle Bouldering Project. As a new art teacher and a fledgling outdoor educator, they hit it off on their first date of dinner and a showing of The Evil Dead at a local retro cinema. Over the following months, they connected over Star Trek, art, literature, philosophy, theology, hiking, backpacking, travel, and education. They would often take walks, go on hikes, or go climbing together at the climbing gym. They would frequently write each other long letters during their early months of getting to know each other, sharing deep thoughts about the world and their place in it.
It was a voyage of 7 years before they got engaged, and almost 9 years until they’ll tie the knot.
Here are some fun facts about Tim and Tom from since they met:
- They have been to 24 States (and counting!)
- They have visited 5 National Parks
- They have been to 4 different countries.
- They bonded over watching all 7 seasons of Star Trek Voyager.
- They have both visited each other’s hometowns of Las Vegas, NV, and Denton, TX.
- They have backpacked over 1,000 miles together in almost every corner of Washington State.
- They have been rock climbing in 3 different states and 1 different country.
- They are always watching at least one British competition reality TV series.
- They especially bond over Chinese food and Mexican food.
- They have developed full careers as a public school art teacher and a YMCA program director.
- They bought their first home together in 2020 in Seattle’s Hillman City neighborhood.
- They LOVE getting people together to have a great time! (i/e our wedding!)
Celebration Details
The wedding is going to be a very informal barbecue event at YMCA Camp Terry in Issaquah, Washington. Camp Terry is nestled in the foothills of the Cascades, right on the banks of the Raging River. It’s a Pacific Northwest wonderland! We will have games, food and beverages, live entertainment, and plenty of trails to roam and enjoy the beautiful outdoors.
Date:
Saturday, July 9th, 2022
Time:
12pm - 6pm
Location:
31112 SE 85th Pl, Issaquah, WA 98027
Attire:
Informal (It is a camp, after all)
FOOD AND BEVERAGES:
Lunch will be Central Texas BBQ with Macaroni & Cheese, Potato Salad, and Rolls. Dessert will be provided as well. Some Vegetarian and Vegan options will be available. Beverages will include a variety of sparkling water, beer, and wine.
Accomodations
Guests will need to book their own accommodations. Please let us know if you need assistance of any kind! There are plenty of camping options nearby, just ask us!
YMCA Camp Terry is located outside of Issaquah, Washington, about a 30 minute drive east of Seattle. Many people from out of town might find cheaper hotels and rentals on Seattle’s “Eastside”, which is where Camp Terry is located. Look for accommodations in cities like North Bend, Issaquah, and Snoqualmie. Nearby Preston and Fall City also have rental options.
Out of town guests who have not been to the area may choose to stay in Seattle, just be aware that Seattle is about a 30 minute drive from Camp Terry. It will also be the height of tourist and cruise season, meaning accommodation pricing in Seattle may be higher than normal.
Rental Cars from SeaTac Airport can be expensive. You might find some success and cheaper options by renting a vehicle through Turo.
WHAT TO DO IN THE AREA
Seattle can be a very crowded and expensive city, especially in the summer. But it doesn’t have to be that way! If you’re planning to make a trip of it and enjoy some of the local activities, the general rule is to go early, and avoid the weekends. And here’s some low-cost or FREE activities that are our favorites…
Seattle Favorites
- Hike Seward Park (the only original old growth forest left in Seattle city limits…and it’s where we got engaged!)
- Swim in Lake Washington/Drive Lake Washington Blvd.
- Kubota Gardens
- Walk-on a Ferry to Bainbridge Island
- The Seattle Public Library
- The Seattle Waterfront and Pike Place Market
- Seattle Center and the Monorail
- Alki Beach
- Discovery Park
- International District/Chinatown
- The Seattle Underground Tour/Pioneer Square
- Gasworks Park
- Neighborhoods of Fremont, Wallingford, Ballard, Capitol Hill, University District, International District, Beacon Hill, Columbia City, and Georgetown
- Olympic Sculpture Park
Seattle Area Excursions
- Edmonds City waterfront and beach
- Drive up to Deception Pass State Park
- Drive up to Snoqualmie Pass
- Gig Harbor Waterfront
- Mount Rainier National Park
- Ebey’s Landing on Whidbey Island
- Chuckanut Drive and Taylor Shellfish Farms
Favorite Local Hikes
- Anything on Squak Mountain
- Little Si/Mt. Si
- Tiger Mountain
- Tenerife Falls
- Twin Falls
- Cedar Butte
- Garfield Ledges
- Otter Falls
- Dirty Harry’s Balcony
- Melakwa Lake/Denny Creek
- Mason Lake
Photos
We have a habit of taking a couples selfie wherever we travel or adventure.
Giving
We do not expect gifts of any kind. Your presence is more than enough! But, if you insist, you can give to our Oru Kayak or Home Depot fund here: