06/19/2026
Happy Friday, everyone!
There is so much that happens behind the scenes that guests don’t always get to see, and we wanted to take a moment to highlight some of our amazing team members.
A huge shoutout to Wally, who was hard at work last night getting all 88 ceremony chairs set up and ready for this Sunday’s wedding. This will be our very first ceremony under the covered bridge, and we couldn’t be more excited! He also tackled moving multiple staging pieces for both the bridge and the venue. If you’ve ever moved one of those stage sections, you know they are no joke—they’re heavy! Give Wally a task, and he gets it done. From hauling equipment to figuring out chair counts and layouts, he’s always making sure we’re prepared.
Another shoutout goes to my mom Sanna, and Gina, who conquered a 160-guest event last night. From clearing tables and bussing dishes to resetting spaces and helping prepare for Sunday’s wedding, they kept everything moving smoothly and efficiently.
And of course, my dad was up bright and early this morning. With all the recent rain, the grass has been growing like crazy. Keeping the grounds looking their best takes constant attention—not just mowing, trimming, and edging, but also seeding, fertilizing, and maintaining the property year-round. The lush green lawns our couples love don’t happen by accident. A lot of time, effort, and planning goes into keeping Rustic Pines looking its best.
From lawn care to moving chairs, cleaning, setting décor, coordinating events, and flipping spaces for the next celebration, the work never really stops around here. Every member of our team plays an important role in making sure Rustic Pines is ready for every guest who walks through our doors.
We’re incredibly grateful for this hardworking crew and all they do behind the scenes.
Shoutout to the entire Rustic Pines team. We are constantly making sure everything is ready to rock, and we wouldn’t want it any other way! 🌲✨💚