Tie the Knot at the Top of the World.

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1 Dave & Abby Moss Photography Tie the Knot at the Top of the World. WEDDING PACKAGE & INFORMATION December 2015 September

2 Table of Contents Welcome to Kicking Horse Mountain Resort... 3 The Eagle s Eye Terrace... 4 The Eagle s Eye Restaurant... 5 The Whitetooth Grill... 6 The Eagle s Eye Suites... 7 Wedding Planning Services... 8 Helpful Hints... 9 Other Accommodations For customized information such as date availability and pricing, please touch base with us at Weddings@KickingHorseResort.com or by phone, & Page 2

3 Welcome to Kicking Horse Mountain Resort Located in Golden, British Columbia, Kicking Horse Mountain Resort is the West Kootenay s premier mountain wedding destination! Home to the highest elevated dining experience in Canada at 7, 700 feet, the Eagle s Eye Restaurant, Kicking Horse offers a stunning backdrop and that intimate rustic feel you are looking for to exchange your vows and start your life together. Here at Kicking Horse, you and your guests will never run out of things to do and new places to explore! In the summer, we offer Gondola-assisted hiking and sightseeing, Grizzly Bear refuge tours, mountain biking and exquisite on-mountain dining. If it is a winter wedding you have always dreamed of, make sure to pack your skis and discover some of the deep Champagne Powder that Kicking Horse is known for! There are activities for all ages and all abilities: snowshoeing, crosscountry skiing, ice skating, tubing, Gondola sightseeing and more! Take a ride up the Catamount Chair to the World s largest enclosed and protected Grizzly Bear habitat and learn all about Boo, our resident Grizzly, from our Bear Refuge guides. Just 2.5 hours west of Calgary, Kicking Horse Mountain Resort will provide you with a spectacular and breathtaking setting for your wedding celebration. The utmost care and service will be ensured, allowing you and your guests the opportunity to relax and indulge in your surroundings. We welcome you to Kicking Horse Mountain Resort and we hope to be a part of your wedding celebration! Grab your bike and explore the terrain and trails that Kicking Horse has to offer. With over 1200 meters of vertical to ride, you and your guests will have plenty to do during your wedding weekend getaway! Page 3

4 Candid Apple Photography The Eagle s Eye Terrace Your Ceremony Say your I do s on the top of the world overlooking the awe-inspiring ridgelines of the Purcell, Selkirk and Rocky Mountains. Ride the Golden Eagle Express Gondola to 7, 700 feet and tie the knot steps away from the Eagle s Eye Restaurant, the highest elevated dining experience in Canada. Private use of the terrace will be provided for one hour for all ceremonies. When you book the Eagle s Eye Ceremony & Reception package, you will have use of the terrace for the entirety of your wedding celebration. Seating & Decorations Seating for up to 200 guests will be provided and set up by the resort staff. All other decorations and accent pieces will be the responsibility of the client to set up. Inclement Weather Dibble Photography Mountain weather is unpredictable and can change drastically. In the case of inclement weather, your ceremony may be moved indoors to the Eagle s Eye Restaurant if it is closed to the public at this time. If the restaurant is open, we will make every attempt to accommodate the situation by delaying the service as long as possible. If delaying is not an option, an alternative venue may be provided. Page 4

5 The Eagle s Eye Restaurant Your Reception Located at 7, 700 feet, the Eagle s Eye embodies the true feeling of a romantic mountain destination wedding. Surrounded by 360 degree views of the soaring mountain-tops, the floor-to-ceiling windows provide a dramatic background for your wedding reception. Seating & Decorations The restaurant can accommodate 116 for a seated reception and up to 150 for a cocktail-style reception. Table configuration, white linens, napkins and dinnerware will be supplied and set up by resort staff. All other decorations and accent pieces will be the responsibility of the client to set up. Page 5

6 Dibble Photography Your Reception Located at the base of the mountain, the Whitetooth Grill encapsulates the rustic mountain feel you have dreamed of for your wedding day. Dance the night away in this gorgeous timber-frame building with an adjoining outdoor patio allowing your guests to enjoy the fresh mountain air. Seating & Decorations The Whitetooth Grill can accommodate for up to 180 seated guests utilizing both the main floor, and the two upper balconies. 100 guests can be seated comfortably on the main floor. A cocktail-style reception can accommodate up to 200 guests. Table configuration, white linens, napkins and dinnerware will be supplied and set up by resort staff. All other decorations and accent pieces will be the responsibility of the client to set up. The Whitetooth Grill Page 6

7 The Eagle s Eye Suites Spend your wedding night on top of the world! At 7,700 feet above sea level, perched high on a rugged summit overlooking the Columbia Valley, the Rocky, Purcell & Selkirk Mountains, sits the Eagle s Eye Restaurant. Nestled within the timber, rock and glass structure are the Eagle s Eye Suites. Tastefully appointed with a Rocky Mountain flare, these exclusive suites offer a sanctum of luxury and solitude. Available to rent for the day, the Eagle s Eye Suites give you the space to relax and indulge in your special day. Check-in is available at am, offering a sanctuary for you and your wedding party to get ready before your ceremony, and just enjoy the day! Day use of one suite is included with the Eagle s Eye Ceremony & Reception package giving you access until the end of your reception at am. There will be no need to worry about parents with little ones having to leave the reception early, as the suite is a great place for kids to sleep off all of the excitement! There is no place more romantic and intimate to spend your wedding night than at the top of a mountain! Overnight stays are available at the cost of $1000/night including a private butler, breakfast and first tracks down the hill for those winter weddings! Inquire about availability and more details from your Sales Representative. Page 7

8 Geoff Wilkings WEDDING PLANNING SERVICES As Kicking Horse Mountain Resort does not provide wedding planning or day of coordination services, should you require assistance with any of the below, please consult our document Service Providers in the Area for recommended wedding consultants. Planning meetings Planning timeline & budget Décor design Confirmations of vendors and contracts Wedding week, rehearsal and wedding day timeline Distribution of timeline to all vendors & bridal party Décor set up and vendor direction Transportation of all wedding items, decorations, flowers, etc. to the Eagle s Eye Restaurant Distribution and pinning of corsages/boutonnieres Coordination of transition time Access to emergency bridal kit Distribution of final vendor payments Page 8

9 HELPFUL HINTS Mountain weather is unpredictable and can change drastically. It is recommended to have proper footwear and attire in the event of inclement weather. Wedding ceremonies are planned to be held on the outdoor Eagle s Eye Terrace. In the case of inclement weather, your ceremony may be moved indoors if the Eagle s Eye Restaurant is closed to public during the time of your ceremony. If the restaurant is open to the public during your ceremony, we will make every attempt to accommodate the situation by delaying the service for as long as possible. If delaying is not an option, an alternative venue may be provided. Your Kicking Horse Mountain Resort Sales Representative will assist with menu and wine selection. The Bride and Groom are responsible for booking music, photographers, florists, etc. Candid Apple Photography No outside food is permitted at the Eagle s Eye Restaurant or Whitetooth Grill. All enquiries regarding wedding cakes and food should be directed to the Sales Contact. It is the responsibility of the Bride and Groom to arrange transportation of all wedding items, decorations, flowers, etc. to the Eagle s Eye Restaurant or Whitetooth Grill. The delivery of wedding items and supplier venue access must be pre-arranged with your Sales Representative Access to the venue with an Eagle s Eye Exclusive use package is 3.30 pm on the day of your event for both Winter & Summer Weddings. For Whitetooth Grill Reception packages, access to the venue is pm on the day of your event in the Summer and 3.30 pm in the Winter. If you require additional set-up time, please communicate with your Sales Representative and every effort will be made to accommodate. Both The Eagle s Eye Restaurant and the Whitetooth Grill will be adequately set with tables, chairs, linens (white) and full dinner settings. The restaurant locations are unique and it is recommended that simple and natural decorations be used to enhance the atmosphere. Page 9

10 OTHER Kicking Horse Mountain Resort is not responsible for damages to or loss of any articles left on site by the customer or their guests, prior to, during, or following any function. Kicking Horse Mountain Resort does not allow the affixing of anything to the walls, floors or ceilings of the rented venues with nails, staples, tape or any other substance. A mountain top event will continue, rain or shine. The Owner will not accept any cancellation due to weather, unless the weather is a concern for lift operation. The Owner reserves the right to cancel a group function due to lightning or lift operation concerns if guest safety is at risk. Please note that lightning and lift problems are both rare occurrences. If the Owner is not able to eliminate such problems by the event start time, every effort will be made to provide an alternate venue at the Resort. If an alternate venue at the Resort is not provided, the Owner will refund all payments made by the Client paid to date. The client will be held responsible for any damage to the building, equipment, decorations or fixtures belonging to Kicking Horse Mountain Resort. Any damages will be billed to the client at the replacement costs. We request that no confetti/rice/flower petals, etc. be used on our premises. Audio Visual and P.A. Systems are $ applicable taxes to rent and must be confirmed with the Kicking Horse Mountain Resort 30 days prior to the date of the function. Kicking Horse Mountain Resort will assume no responsibility to any equipment either rented or provided by the client. Page 10

11 ON-MOUNTAIN ACCOMMODATIONS Kicking Horse Mountain Resort offers a variety of accommodation types ranging from Suites, Condos, Lodges, Townhomes and Private Chalets. Of which provide quick and easy access to the mountain, with properties ranging from a 5 minute walk to mere seconds. Please note that Kicking Horse does not manage or operate any lodging, the following accommodations have been listed below as a quick reference. For rates and further information please contact the appropriate property. Not sure where to stay, we would be more than happy to assess the group needs and lead you in the right direction. Whispering Pines These luxurious town homes provide guests easy ski in/ski out access while being privately tucked away from the base area hustle and bustle. The units are quiet, comfortable and cozy and offer stunning views across the Columbia Valley to the Rocky Mountains and beyond. Each Whispering Pines unit has three bedrooms varying in size, floor plan, and bedding configuration. Each home is privately owned and feature spacious living areas with cozy rock and timber accented fireplaces, well equipped kitchens (including dishwashers), laundry facilities, satellite TV, VCR and/or DVD, stereo/cd player, a hot tub and BBQ. Mountaineer Lodge & Glacier Lodge At the foot of the slopes, just meters from the Golden Eagle Express Gondola, Glacier Lodge is truly at the heart of Kicking Horse Mountain Resort. One, two, and three bedroom furnished residences, ranging from 650 to 1,480 square feet, are available year round. Storage is offered for the "toys" essential to a year round recreation destination. Guests are able to have full access to a shared hot tub, steam room and exercise room. Palliser Lodge Nestled in the woods, just 300 meters from the heart of the plaza stands the Palliser Lodge. The lodge features breathe tak ing views of the Rocky Mountains and slope side activities and boasts first class amenities such as a large outdoor sunken hot pool and a grand lobby featuring a stunning floor to ceiling natural stone fireplace. Winston Lodge A traditionally built, rustic, wood and stone Boutique Mountain Lodge & Spa with 11 luxurious suites. Located only 150m from the Gondola. A perfect, beautifully set location for a variety of local activities throughout the year. All suites are lavishly appointed with traditional, hand-crafted solid wood furniture, sumptuous feather down beds, relaxing jetted baths or walk-in showers, private balconies with stunning mountain views. Page 11

12 Copper Horse Lodge A small boutique mountain lodge just 100 paces from the Golden Eagle Express gondola. Offers 10 stylish modern accommodations and contemporary dining in a spectacular mountain setting. Winner of the Ski Canada Magazine Best New Lodge award Vagabond Lodge Vagabond Lodge has the warmth and character of a Rocky Mountain Lodge, along with the charm and service of a fine European pension. A number of lounge areas dominate the main floor where guests can sit around the fireplaces, or visit and play cards or board games. Estate Homes Spectacular, large custom homes just steps from the Gondola at Kicking Horse Mountain Resort! Treat yourself to these custom designed, spacious mountain homes with exclusive views, and relax in comfort and style. Perfect for larger groups, functions and families which feature - a timber frame great rooms, numerous bedrooms & bathrooms, executive kitchen, fireplaces, hot tubs, large decks and luxurious furnishings. Mountain Central Reservations Mountain Central Reservations is here to take care of all your accommodation options. Call us today at SKI.KICK to speak with our experienced agents. We have everything you need for your lodging vacation, and have helped tens of thousands of clients over the past 10 years plan their vacations. We have grown to become the most respected vacation planner to Kicking Horse Mountain Resort and we are committed to providing you with the best service possible. Our Sales Representatives will arrange all your lodging and activity needs with one phone call. Consult the Locals; we've already done the research! For your special event, your Sales Contact will work with you to set up a booking code, saving yourself and guests a 10% discount off select lodging. Talk with your Sales Contact to learn more. Page 12