August 25th to August 27th, 2017

“I know a bank where the wild thyme blows,
Where oxlips and the nodding violet grows,
Quite over-canopied with luscious woodbine,
With sweet musk-roses and with eglantine”

William Shakespeare

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Accommodations

Camp VISTA is a beautiful facility located in Campbellsport, WI.  We have rented the entire camp for our wedding celebration.  As our guests, we invite you to enjoy:

  • Simple cabins for sleeping.  Includes shower and bathroom.  Cabins are semi-private – we may ask you to share with your close family or friends. Check out the FAQ section for a full description of the cabins.  Photos are included in the slideshow below.
  • Cedar Lake.  Beach, raft, canoes and kayaks, life preservers.
  • Volleyball courts, basketball courts, an archery hill, and other recreation areas.
  • Lovely walking paths for enjoying the wildflowers and forests of the Northern Kettle Moraine in Wisconsin.
  • The chapel where we’ll take our vows.

 

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Staying at the camp will give you easy access to all the wedding events and festivities.

If you prefer different accommodations, the closest establishment is the Bonne Belle Motel.  It’s about 15 minutes away from the camp by car.

 

 

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Events & Festivities

Come to one event or come to all of them!

We’ll be glad to see you for whichever festivities you’re able to attend.

 

Friday, August 25th

6:00 p.m.

Arrival & Settling In

7:30 p.m.

Welcome Bonfire

Saturday, August 26th

8:30 a.m.

Gather for Breakfast in the Dining Hall

9:30 a.m.

A Midsummer Scavenger Hunt

12:00 p.m.

Picnic Luncheon

1:30 p.m.

Woodland Activities

(Swimming, Volleyball, Kayaking, Canoeing, Wildflower Walk, Etc.)

5:00 p.m.

Wedding Ceremony in the Chapel

6:00 p.m.

Cocktail Hour

7:00 p.m.

Dinner and Dancing

11:00 p.m.

Sendoff

Sunday, August 27th

10:30 a.m.

Farewell Brunch in the Dining Hall

 

Click here to RSVP to each of these events individually.

 

Panel 3

Petra & Mike

Petra, about Mike:

“He’s a kind, funny, smart Iron Worker with a passion for swordplay and weaponry.  That’s right, weapons.  Before meeting Mike, I thought bows and arrows were just for Legolas.  Now, I love to go out with Mike on sunny days and practice archery.  
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Mike is also a talented “Maker,” and I enjoy going to the Milwaukee Makerspace with him to work on cool stuff.  I’m even bringing some of what I’ve learned there back to my work at the Library. 
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He’s constantly challenging me, making my world richer with new experiences, and getting me to think in new ways.   I love it.  Plus, he doesn’t flinch at my crazy schemes even though he knows he’ll probably have to step in to help when I get in over my head.  I’m a lucky girl.” 
 

Mike, about Petra:  

“When I first met Petra, I couldn’t stop smiling.  I had to turn away so she wouldn’t think I was a creep.  She is so beautiful.  I love her laugh, her smile, and her hair.  I love her vision and her drive.  Most of all, I love her caring and her big heart.  She is always doing something to make the world a better place.  Whenever I get grumpy, as soon as I see her I always start smiling again. She has that way about her.    
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I never thought I would be a churchgoer, but now I like going to hear her sing with the choir.   I wasn’t much of a traveler before I met her, but now I’ve been to places I had never even heard of.  I never thought I’d want a family, but that all changed when I met her.  We’re an Iron Worker and a Librarian – an odd couple – but we work.  I can’t wait to marry her and spend my life having new adventures together.” 
 

The story of the ring:

Petra’s Godmother, her Aunt Debbie on her dad’s side, inherited a beautiful diamond ring from Petra’s Great Grandma Gladys.  Mike found out that Debbie always intended for the ring to pass on to Petra in time.  Unbeknownst to Petra, Mike took Debbie to dinner and asked if she’d be willing to part with the ring a little sooner than planned.
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Then, Mike asked his father, Ted, for a special favor.  Mike’s mother passed away when he was a young man, and he wanted Petra to have something of hers.  Ted generously gave Mike one of his wife’s diamond rings.
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From these two rings, Mike custom-designed the ring that Petra now wears on her left hand.  It’s a beautiful symbol of their individual heritage and their shared future.


 

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Contact

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FAQ & Registry

We’ve had some common questions popping up, so we thought we’d post the answers here in case other folks are wondering the same things.

Question:  Where are you registered? 

Answer:  Amazon and Target

Question:  How much will we need to pay to stay in the cabins?

Answer:  Nothing!  We are inviting you to enjoy the camp facilities as our guests.

Question:  What are the cabins like?

Answer:  The cabins have simple twin beds, chairs, and end tables.  There are shared bathrooms with fully enclosed stalls for toilets and showers.  The cabins are also air conditioned, and they have ample electrical outlets.  There are windows with curtains.  Each cabin has a kitchenette with a fridge and stove.  They are very comfortable for families of all ages.  The cabins are divided into sections, but the sections are open to a shared hallway and the shared bathroom facilities. If we do need to put you into a cabin with another family, we’ll make sure to put you with people you know and like.

We recognize that each family’s needs are different.  Don’t hesitate to email or call if you have specific questions!

Question:  What do I need to bring?

Answer:

  • Bedding if you plan to stay in a cabin
    • Twin sheets, sleeping bag or blanket, pillow, and anything else you need to be comfortable.  The mattresses are 4 inch foam pads, so you may desire extra padding.  If you prefer an air mattress, feel free to bring one along.  Twin air mattresses fit perfectly on top of the beds.
    • Out of town guests who are flying in, fear not!  We know you won’t be able to fit bedding into a carry on. Let us know about your travel plans in advance and we can be sure to have a cozy bed ready for you upon arrival.
  • Umbrella and rain gear (we will have fun rain or shine!)
  • Personal clothing and toiletries
  • Any medicines or medications you need
  • Bathing suits, beach towels, sunscreen, flip flops, and swim goggles if desired
  • Lawn chairs if desired
  • Fan for white noise if desired
  • Flashlight if desired
  • Alarm clock if desired

We will have basic first aid available for those who need it.  We’ll also make sure your cabins have handsoap, paper towels, and a clothesline for drying bathings suits. Anything else you’re not sure about, feel free to call and we’ll clarify! (414) 708-9672

Question:  What is the dress code?

Answer:  We want you to be comfortable, so first and foremost dress for the weather. This is a camp, and we will move forward with the festivities rain or shine.  We recommend getting dressed up for the Ceremony and Reception, and staying casual for all the rest of the events.  That’s what we’ll be doing!

Question:  I’m not really into kayaking or other active camp activities.  Should I skip those events and come back later?

Answer:  We will also have a craft, some chairs set in scenic places for gabbing, board games and card games, etc.  Or, if you prefer, read a book or take a walk on your own for a little while!  If active is not your style, you’ll still find something fun to do.  That said, if you can’t make it to an event for any reason, no worries.  We’ll understand and we’ll be glad to see you for the events you’re able to attend.