Wedding Details

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Many of you have asked, so here it is (a work in progress!)

While it sounds cheesy, your presence is a present, and we are excited to celebrate with you all. We are incredibly lucky to have built a life together these last 11+ years, and we do not need a lot of "stuff,"  but we have put together some items that would be appreciated. We are also starting a "honeymoon fund" as we are keen on collecting experiences instead of things. Details below! 

THE STUFF: https://www.theknot.com/amandapenningtonandnathanboris/registry

THE HONEYMOON: We are planning a trip involving running "hut to hut" in the Alps, staying at centuries-old alpine lodges and traversing some of the most iconic trails in Europe. If you'd like to contribute to things like flights, planning logistics, booking stays, meals to fuel our bodies, and supplies, you can do so at the links below. We chose to include links direct to us versus "honeymoon funds" via various wedding websites, as they all charge a fee that is passed along to either you or us!

• Venmo: https://venmo.com/u/Nathan-Boris (@nathan-boris)
• Zelle: nathanboris@gmail.com
• Paypal: pennington.amanda@gmail.com

FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 11 - WELCOME TO MAMMOTH!

Welcome to Mammoth Party (optional!)

1pm - 3pm Pokonobe Lodge and Marina, Lake Mary Road

https://pokonobemarina.com/

Google Map link: https://maps.app.goo.gl/dYMSYkyzdknzGnZV6

Children/Grandparents/Nannies welcomed. Come say hi and chit chat with everyone to get the weekend started! Games, snacks and bevs provided. Open house style, come when you like and stay as long as you'd like. The marina has boat and paddleboard rentals for some fun on the lake.

Easy parking right at the marina, but the free Lakes Basin trolley also stops right near here, and the bike path goes right to it! Pro tip: the Lakes Basin trolley can accommodate up to 14 bikes! Hitch a ride on the trolley and then enjoy a nice mostly downhill ride on your bike back to your lodging. (They can accommodate most bikes, but some massive e-bikes might not fit on the rack). This is also very near great starting/end points for a hike!

SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 12 - WEDDING DAY!

• 2:30pm Gather at Sierra Meadows Ranch (venue info below), enjoy a drink and take in the scenery
• 3:30pm We say "I do"
• 4pm Cocktail Hour
• 5:30pm Dinner
• 6:30pm-10pm Partytime

SUNDAY SEPTEMBER 13 - CHILL

Please enjoy more of what Mammoth Lakes has to offer. We will update this site with lots of recommendations on things to do!

Sierra Meadows Ranch

101 Sherwin Creek Road

Mammoth Lakes, CA

Click here for Google Map link

While we love your children, our ceremony and reception will be adults-only, with the exception of our immediate family. If you need to bring your kiddo(s) for the weekend, and need assistance finding a babysitter, please let us know and we will do our best to help! 

Kids are invited to our "welcome party" on Friday.

There are tons of homestays in the area, which you can search on AirBnb and VRBO. The town is small, so nothing is terribly far, and there is a free shuttle bus/trolley system within town that is great.

We've secured a discount off rooms at the following hotels for our guests (and will update if we get any additional deals!):

• 20% off at The Mammoth Creek Inn: 663 Old Mammoth Rd, Mammoth Lakes
  • Google map link: https://maps.app.goo.gl/1TGNCLb8kLv1siC76
  • This is about as close as you'll get to the wedding venue. About a 7-10 minute walk (1/4 mile) and a one minute drive.
  • Please call and mention the Pennington-Boris wedding to receive the 20% discount: (760) 934-6162

• 25% off at Outbound Mammoth: 164 Old Mammoth Rd, Mammoth Lakes, 
  • Google map link: https://maps.app.goo.gl/BZYm2aurWuFtkXhK9
  • Remodeled property (with a pool) close to the wedding venue (4 minute drive), as well as right on the free shuttle line (venue is about a 4-5 minute walk - less than 1/4 mile - on a flat road from the closest shuttle stop).
  • Please note, you might want to check on prices on the website to confirm you're getting the best deal. The prices online might be cheaper on a "deal" but might be nonrefundable.
  • Please click this link to book with the 25% discount: Pennington/Boris Wedding - Outbound Mammoth

Other ideas:

• Juniper Springs Lodge is nearby
• The Village has lodging and is a main trolley stop, with dining and shopping right at your fingertips.
• Condos in the Snowcreek complex are close, and the property has fitness centers and pools/jacuzzis/saunas.
• The newest fancy hotel is The Limelight

Camping: lots of camping if you can secure a spot!

• Check on Recreation.gov and search Mammoth Lakes for available sites.
  • Lakes Basin: Lake Mary, Twin Lakes and Pine Creek campgrounds have easy access to the free trolley line. Coldwater and Lake George campgrounds do not. Hot showers can be found at Twin Lakes only (and are accessible to anyone camping at other sites).
  • Sherwin Creek Campground is down the road from the venue (driving, no bus/trolley service). No showers.
  • Shady Rest Campgrounds: In-town convenience. No hot showers.
• Mammoth Mountain RV Park and Campground has full hookups, showers, as well as some dry cabins.
• Camp High Sierra: RV, tent and cabin sites with hot showers
• If you really love self-sufficiency,  there are tons of off-grid camping on USFS and BLM land just outside of town. 

The only property we strongly suggest NOT booking is the Mammoth Mountain Inn, as it is quite far up the mountain, and would require a long, windy drive up/down a mountain road to get to any wedding festivities.

We have limited parking at the venue, and encourage people either to carpool or if you're able to, take the free trolley/shuttle. The nearest stop to the venue is a 4-5 minute walk on a flat road.

Summer shuttle map can be found here: https://www.estransit.com/summer-routes (depending upon the direction you're coming from, you'll be stopping at #40 or #106. You can also ask the driver when you get on to confirm you're on the right bus to head to Sierra Meadows Ranch, they are very helpful and will make sure you get there!)

There is no Uber/Lyft in town. There is a local taxi service. They charge a flat fee per person, and you can schedule pickups: https://mammothtaxi.com/ or call (760) 924-TAXI.

We highly encourage you use the shuttle system while you're in town! They even have bike racks to go to the Lakes Basin, and will get you all around town for free. Also most of the local shops that rent bikes also rent e-bikes!

If you have questions about what the best option is for you, contact Amanda!

"Mountain cocktail chic" is what we're calling it! Play with that to your heart's content. You'll be out in the great wide open with the mountains as your backdrop, and a natural dance floor under your feet. It will cool off in the evening (could be substantially, see average weather below), so please plan to bring a cozy jacket so you can party all night. We will also have wood and propane fire pits going and some blankets!

What kind of shoes should we wear?

Glad you asked! We'll be on uneven terrain/dirt/grass, so please leave your stilettos at home. We aren't judging you by your shoe choices, and you do you (just please wear shoes) ... But boots, chunky heels, flats, etc. will make your life easier and your ankles will thank you. Feel free to contact Amanda with any questions here!

As we get closer, we will update this with actual weather forecasts.

Typical daytime highs on September 12 can range from mid 60s to low 70s, and typical nighttime lows can range from the mid 30s to mid 40s. The weather swing from morning to afternoon can be large (so think chilly mornings but mild midday/afternoons typically with sunshine). You'll be in the mountains, so best to be prepared with layers and a jacket.

Historical weather data for Sept. 12 for reference:

• 2025: High 71 / Low 39
• 2024: High 63 (the day after was 73!) / Low 39
• 2023: High 74 / Low 35

NOAA Weather Forecasts: https://forecast.weather.gov/MapClick.php?lat=37.6488&lon=-118.9779

Coming soon! We'll list some of our favorite hikes, lakes, fishing spots, local restaurants and more.