welcome to
september 19-22, 2024
RSVP’s are closed! please contact Lilly if you need to make any changes.
GETTING THERE
Venue
Camp Jorn YMCA
13591 Zenner Ln
Manitowish Waters, WI 54545
Closest Airports
Minneapolis - St. Paul - 4.5 hours away
Rhinelander Oneida Airport - 45 minutes away
Iron County Airport - 50 minutes away
Central Wisconsin Airport (Wausau) - 1 hour 45 minutes away
Accommodations
We are providing complimentary lodging for all guests Thursday-Sunday on-site in camper cabins. Please let us know ASAP if you will be staying off-site!
WEEKEND EVENTS
10 AM CAMP DAY. CANOES, BIKES, GAMES, BEER.
1 PM CAMP LUNCH.
6 PM REHEARSAL DINNER. (invite only)
Friday, september 20th
9 AM FAREWELL BREAKFAST.
11 AM CAMP RYDLAND CHECK-OUT.
SUNDAY, september 22nd
Thursday, September 19th
4:30 PM CAMP RYDLAND CHECK-IN.
6 PM BAR CRAWL.
Saturday, september 21st
8 AM CAMP RYDLAND 5K.
4 PM CEREMONY.
4:30 PM COCKTAIL HOUR.
6 PM PARTY TIME!
see further down for the full daily itinerary!
PACKING CHECKLIST
Sleeping essentials: Twin sized bed linens, pillow and bath towel. We will have some extras available but please let us know ahead of time! *If you are in Chipmunk, Health Lodge or Nash Lodge: linens, pillows and towels ARE included.
Clothing: athletic wear & sneakers for Camp Day (and wedding day 5K if you’re brave enough), a sweater or sweatshirt incase for chilly Wisconsin nights, colorful cocktail attire for the wedding! And if weather permitting, a bathing suit!
Other things to bring: bug spray, reusable water bottle and snacks! We will be providing the following food: small appetizers at first stop of Thursday’s bar crawl, Friday camp lunch, Friday rehersal dinner (invite only!), Saturday wedding dinner and Sunday light breakfast! And of course, we will stock your cabin with some snacky snacks!
Note: Absolutely nothing is mandatory... except having fun... and maybe attending the wedding (LOL). Feel free to be a spectator on camp day instead of an active participant! We are just so excited to have all of our people in one place.
thursday
4:30 PM - Camp Rydland check-in!
We will be sending out rooming assignments soon! If driving, you may park in front of dining hall and make your way to your assigned cabin. We will plan to have someone in front of the dining hall to guide you if necessary! In your cabin you will find a gift bag with the official weekend brochure and your new Camp Rydland merch! As well as other goodies you may need throughout the weekend.
6 PM - Welcome Party Bar Crawl
We will be providing a party bus that will go back and forth to Camp Rydland from 6 PM until midnight.. so you can come and go as you please. Don’t fret if you’re running a few minutes behind! The bus will pick you up in front of the dining hall. Be sure to bring a sweater as we may be outside at a few spots.
6-7:30 PM - Manny’s Parkside Grill (small appetizers provided)
7:30-8:30 PM - Angler’s Fine Food + Spirits
8:30 PM - 12 AM - Pea Patch Saloon
friday
10:30 AM - CAMP DAY!
10:30 - 12:30 PM - Bride vs. Groom game.. Kickball, capture the flag.. TBD!
12:30 PM - Sandwiches & Neener’s Weeners! Open DIY cocktail bar.
1:30 PM - Canoe Race to Fox Island
2:30 PM - Free time! Go explore Manitowish Waters and check your official Camp Rydland brochure for our local favorites.
5 PM - Rehearsal @ Amphitheater
Parents of bride & groom, wedding party and officiant only!
6 PM - Rehearsal Dinner @ Little Bohemia Lodge (invite only)
Saturday
8 AM - Camp Rydland Cold Feet 5K
Run like it’s the end of single life....
Meet in front of the dining hall for an all-levels welcome 5K! Rumor has it, there might be a few prizes.
4 PM - Wedding Ceremony @ Amphitheater
4:30 - 6 PM - Cocktail Hour
6 PM - PARTY TIME!! Reception under sail cloth tent.
Everything will be outside under tent weather permitting. Please check this website frequently for any location changes.
Sunday
8 AM - Farewell Breakfast
Join us for a light farewell breakfast in the dining hall!
11 AM - Camp Rydland Check Out
Please make sure to leave the campsite and cabins as you found them. Double check that you aren’t leaving any personal items behind!
5 PM - Staying an extra night or have a late flight?
Join us for a sunset cocktail cruise on Little Star Lake! Talk to Lilly & Jake for more details.