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Long Hollow Ranch, 71105 Holmes Road, Sisters, OR (2026)

12/24/2025

Wedding Tip Wednesday | Create a Photo-Forward Timeline

Yes, this matters. If stunning photography is a priority for you, build your timeline around photos. That might mean a first look, carving out golden hour time, or planning portraits before the ceremony. Great light is magic, and your photographer will always chase it.

But here’s the next layer: let’s talk about the photo list and the things you should be thinking about when choosing a venue for photos:

✨Must-have photo list categories:

• Getting ready photos
• First look or pre-ceremony portraits
• Ceremony aisle photos
• Family groupings
• Wedding party
• Couple portraits
• Reception details
• Decor + tablescape
• Dancing & late-night photos
• Golden hour glow shots
• Any specific prop or moment (dogs, hats, champagne pop, grand exit)

✨When you’re touring a venue, look for:

• Does the venue offer a variety of backdrops, or just one look?
• Is there shade available for harsh, mid-day lighting?
• Are there wide open spaces and also intimate shaded corners?
• What does golden hour look like there?
• Can the couple step away easily for sunset photos?
• Are there natural textures: wood, pasture, greenery, stone, fencing?
• Are there interesting structures: trucks, barns, gates, trees?
• Is there room for horses or animals in the shots if wanted?
• Is there a private spot for emotional moments or letters?
• Does the venue allow the photographer to roam freely for angles?

Your photos are the one part of the wedding that truly last forever. Choosing a venue with strong visual character and multiple photographic environments gives your photographer the ability to create magic.

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12/19/2025

One of the unexpected joys of having a wedding on a ranch is that your cocktail hour entertainment can include… goats. Friendly, nosy, snack-seeking goats.

We’ve had weddings where guests left the bar line temporarily because they spotted Daisy Mae or Gertie trotting over for attention. There is something priceless about men in suits and women in gowns crouching down for forehead rubs and goat selfies.

It’s the perfect icebreaker, especially if not all your guests know each other. Nothing gets strangers laughing like a goat nibbling on someone’s boutonniere or trying to climb into a group photo.

At Long Hollow Ranch, we’re always happy to include a little goat-time in your day if you want it. Because yes, your wedding can be elegant AND joyfully chaotic at the same time.

12/17/2025

Wedding Tip Wednesday | Think About the Guest Experience

Your wedding is a once-in-a-lifetime day for you, but it’s also a full-day experience for your guests. And here’s the truth: while you’re having the best day ever, your guests are noticing details that couples often forget. Here are the top things guests complain about later that you can proactively avoid:

Commonly overlooked guest comfort details:

• Not enough shade or relief from sun
• No hydration stations before cocktails start
• Ceremony chairs that are too close together or uncomfortable
• Too few restrooms or long bathroom lines
• No snacks or drinks between ceremony and dinner
• Seating charts that are confusing or poorly displayed
• Reception music that’s either too loud or too quiet to talk
• No clear signage directing guests where to go
• Not knowing if they’re allowed to mingle, sit, or grab drinks at certain times
• Parking confusion or unclear arrival instructions
• A long gap between events with nothing to do
• Guests with allergies not knowing which foods are safe
• People not knowing when the bar is open or what’s being served

Your takeaway:
Guests may not remember your centerpieces or napkin colors, but they WILL remember if they were thirsty, confused, uncomfortable, overheated, or hungry.

At Long Hollow Ranch, we always remind couples to think through the guest journey just as much as the bridal vision. A little intentional planning makes everyone feel taken care of.

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12/12/2025

Ranch Life Friday: Dogs at Weddings

One of the special things we love saying yes to with our couples is having their pup be part of their wedding weekend. This particular wedding will always stand out as one of my favorites, not just because of the joy and laughter, but because watching their best friends gather around the Bride and Groom, and seeing everyone take turns on pup-patrol, just melted my heart.

There’s something about a dog trotting down the aisle, sitting proudly by their humans, or greeting guests with tail-wags that brings an extra layer of love to the celebration.

When you book the Reserve the Ranch wedding package, couples are welcome to bring up to two dogs to stay on property throughout the weekend. Your dogs are family and it’s important to us that they get to be part of your story too.

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12/10/2025

Wedding Tip Wednesday | What Should I Book First?

A Wedding Venue or a Wedding Planner?

Here’s the straight-forward answer:
You should book your wedding venue first.

Why?
Because the venue determines everything else:
• available dates
• location
• layout
• guest capacity
• ceremony and reception flow
• lodging options
• access times
• what vendors you’re allowed to bring in

Once your venue is locked in, THEN a planner or day-of coordinator can jump in and help curate the vendor team and design around the location you’ve chosen.

When a planner is beneficial early:
If you are planning a full-service, design-heavy, or high-budget wedding, OR if you feel overwhelmed from the start, a planner can absolutely help you choose your venue, but they will still need the venue secured before building out anything else.

The sweet spot:
• Book venue
• Then photographer + planner
• Then caterer, DJ, florals, and additional vendors

At Long Hollow Ranch, once your date is reserved, we’re able to help recommend trusted contractors and vendors who know the property well. After the venue is secured, everything becomes clearer and easier.

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12/05/2025

Winter feeding is a whole different rhythm out here. When the temperatures drop, horses stay warm by constantly processing food, so instead of two big feedings, we switch to a pattern that mimics natural grazing.

At Long Hollow Ranch, our horses get:
• Morning hay
• Mid-day hay
• Late afternoon hay
• And then a late-night snack before bed

That final feeding helps keep their internal furnace going through the coldest hours of the night. It’s amazing how nature designed them, chewing = heat production, so our job is just to support their instinctive system with the right timing and portions.

These animals aren’t just part of the ranch, they’re part of our responsibility. Winter care means a little extra work, but it also means quiet nights with soft nose kisses, steam clouds from warm breaths, and the sound of contented munching under the stars.

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12/03/2025

Wedding Tip Wednesday | Are Wedding Favors Still a Thing?

Ten years ago, absolutely.
Today? The party is the favor! 🎉

Your guests are there for great food, cold drinks, and a night they’ll never forget. So skip the bars of soap and tiny succulents (cute, but usually left behind).

👉 Put that budget toward something they’ll actually enjoy:

A top-tier DJ or live band 🎶

Late-night snack bar 🌮

Signature cocktails 🍸

Lounge area or photo booth 🤳

The best favor you can give your guests? An unforgettable experience celebrating your love story!

12/01/2025

For Cyber Week only, we’re offering a $2,000 holiday savings on our full-weekend Reserve the Ranch package for 2026 dates. Book now and secure your weekend for $14,500 instead of $16,500.

This includes private access to the ranch from Friday–Sunday, lodging for up to 20 guests, our ceremony arch, tables, chairs, ranch bars, and the peaceful, unplugged luxury of being surrounded by rolling hay fields, horses, and 130-years of rustic Oregon history.

Only 5 weekends are available at this special rate. First come, first served. A signed contract and deposit must be received by January 1st to qualify.

Ready to make Long Hollow yours for the weekend?

📩 DM us or email [email protected]

11/29/2025

I am bringing back the starting with one of our favorites | Tracy Curtis with Woodland Floral 🌿✨

We are beyond grateful for Tracy Curtis of Woodland Floral, she’s supported so many of our couples, planners, and styled shoots here at Long Hollow Ranch, and we truly can’t imagine this place without her touch of magic. 💐

Tracy isn’t just a florist, she’s a storyteller through flowers. Based right here in Sisters, Oregon, she’s been designing weddings since 2015 and brings over 20 years of local love and community spirit to everything she creates.

Her designs are filled with heart, inspired by the natural beauty of Central Oregon, the mountains, the curves of branches, the textures of wild leaves, and the colors that make this place so unforgettable. Whether she’s creating lush arch installations, romantic tablescapes, or stunning bouquets, Tracy pours her soul into every single arrangement.

We love working with her not only because her work is breathtaking, but because she genuinely cares. She makes couples feel safe, seen, and celebrated, creating an experience that’s welcoming and warm from start to finish. 🌸

If you’re dreaming of florals that feel authentic, creative, and inspired by nature , Tracy is your girl.

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🤍 Follow her at

📍 Sisters, Oregon
🌼 www.woodlandfloral.com

11/26/2025

Wedding Tip Wednesday | Why Do Weddings Cost So Much?

Back in the day, your parents probably got married in a church, served cake and punch, and called it a day. 🥂 Fast forward to now, weddings have become full weekend celebrations. There’s welcome parties, bridesmaid brunches, signature cocktails, curated playlists, hair & makeup teams, and Instagram-worthy everything.

So couples today are asking: why are weddings so expensive?

The truth is, weddings today are about creating a guest experience ( we love a good moment!) and that takes time, talent, and teamwork. But you can still have your dream day without breaking the bank.

Here are 6 smart, planner-approved ways to save (without sacrificing the magic):

💡 1️⃣ Hire a Planner or Coordinator
It sounds counterintuitive, but planners actually save you money. They know realistic vendor pricing, can catch hidden fees, and help you avoid costly mistakes.

💡 2️⃣ Shop Around and Get Quotes
Prices vary wildly, don’t book the first vendor you meet. Compare 2–3 options for each category, and ask what’s included before signing anything.

💡 3️⃣ Prioritize the Experience Over the Extras
Your guests will remember the food, music, and laughter, not the custom napkins. Choose what feels like you and skip what doesn’t.

💡 4️⃣ Think Season & Day of the Week
Saturdays in July? Premium pricing. Thursdays in October? Major savings. Venues (like ours!) often offer weekday or off-season discounts.

💡 5️⃣ Rethink the Guest Count
Every plate, chair, drink, and centerpiece adds up. Keeping your guest list intentional can save thousands while keeping the experience intimate. The third twice removed family member that you have never met does not need an invite!

💡 6️⃣ Combine or Simplify Decor
Use your ceremony florals again at the reception, repurpose bridesmaid bouquets as table decor, and lean into your venue’s natural beauty, less setup, more wow.

If there’s one thing to take away from all of this, it’s that your day is all about you and your person. Everyone is coming to celebrate your love and what makes you as a couple truly special. ❤️

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11/23/2025

We can talk all day about how special Long Hollow Ranch is… but hearing it from our couples? That’s the real magic. 🤍

“Long Hollow Ranch is an absolutely stunning wedding venue. The venue manager, Jenna, provided fast, open, friendly, and informative communication throughout the entire planning process. The venue itself is beautiful, spacious, and offers a wide variety of amenities and flexibility to truly make the space your own. Jenna went above and beyond to make us feel like our wedding was the most important to them. The venue needed minimal additional decor, as the natural beauty of Long Hollow Ranch speaks for itself. We could not recommend this venue more highly, the location, flow, accommodations, and overall experience were truly magical and made our special day perfect.”

— Jordyn Foster

Thank you so much 💕 for trusting Long Hollow Ranch to host your special weekend! You and your husband were absolutely incredible, and all of the thought and detail you poured into your wedding was amazing to see come to life.

I loved being part of your journey and am forever thankful to have played even a small role in the first chapter of your adventure together as the ! 🤍

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