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THEIR STORY
Rachel Knox (22 and an
executive assistant) and
Ethan Bliese (24 and a
graphic designer) got
engaged after a hike in
Matthiessen State Park, so
it was only natural that
they marry surrounded by
300 acres of woodland.
“We’re laid-back people
who love the outdoors, and
we wanted our wedding
day to be the same,” Rachel
says. At Camp Wokanda,
they kept things simple.
An ice-filled canoe held
beer and wine, a food
truck served nachos and
friends made many of the
desserts. Candles, wooden
textures and plenty of
greenery completed the
warm, rustic look. —RD
95