Pleasant Ranch

If you are thinking about getting married outside, you are having a great idea as there are few things that are as romantic and pleasant, whether the chosen venue is the courtyard near your local place of worship or a secluded spot in a natural park.

Still, there are several things that you need to consider as outdoor marriage is far from fail-safe. Lots can go wrong during an outdoor wedding, so you are advised to read this list carefully to avoid any trouble.

1) Although you will have a lot of things to think about, do not forget that the ceremony is also going to be for the benefit of your guests, and that they should not be uncomfortable during the outside ceremony. Make sure that plenty of seating is available, and that they won’t be subject to weather extremes such as a very hot sun, or a lot of wind.

2) Have plenty of drinks available close to where everyone will be congregating to avoid discomfort and dehydration. Cold water is paramount, and hot drinks will be much appreciated in chilly weather. And of course, fruity drinks for the young ones and some bottles of champagne or sparkling wine for the adults are always welcome.

3) Decoration is key to every successful wedding. While outdoor locations will need less refurbishment than indoor ones, you should still provide plenty of flowers, and a nice backdrop to the wedding ceremony. If you are getting wed in a garden, make sure beforehand that the lawn has been cut and the plants tended to!

4) Check the sound well before the ceremony. If toy are near a street, you wouldn’t want the vows to be disrupted by a passing truck. Make sure that background noise is limited and that the entire party can hear you well.

5) To avoid having the outdoor marriage disturbed by flying and stinging critters, get some perfumes anti-insect candles or other insect-repelling products so that you won’t be annoyed by the less wholesome parts of nature.

6) Don’t get caught out with rules and permits! Even if you are getting married in an out-of-way location, there may still be national park wardens that need to give out a permit before the ceremony can take place. Waste removal and photography are other areas that may be regulated, so check to avoid having to postpone the wedding at the last minute.

7) Don’t forget option B. Having an indoor alternative is a good idea, in case that the weather turns sour. Even in remote locations, is it a good idea to have a big tent available, especially for canaps and/or post-ceremony drinks. Think about the ground too, as you wouldn’t want your guests to end up ankle-deep in mud.