Sunshine Ranch

Wedding Day

Ceremony

Reception

Our Wedding

Our Story

Planes, trains & automobiles...

**NOTE** There is no cell phone service in Horsefly and surrounding area. There will be internet available at the venue via Starlink. Horsefly is in the heart of the Cariboo B.C. It's 72 Km from Williams Lake (about a 45 min drive on paved road). Situated in the foothills of the Cariboo Mountains you will enjoy spectacular views as you drive into the village. The Cariboo district is cattle country. After the forest industry, tourism is the second most important business sector followed by agriculture. If you decide to stay in Williams Lake, rather than Horsefly, we will be arranging a shuttle service to and from the wedding on the day of the celebration. However, we do recommend you have your own transport so you can explore the surroundings. Arriving by AirThe nearest international airport is Vancouver.The nearest domestic airports are Williams Lake (1 hour drive) or Kamloops and Prince George (approx. 3 hour drive)The domestic airports are served by Pacific Coastal, Air Canada, WestJet or Central Mountain Air. Arriving by Car (<a href="https://www.hellfrozeover.info/us/jeremy-hollan-and-elinor-steiner-2026-08-08-a0ee1a07-aa84-4c9c-84f1-acf74ed21025/scenic-routes" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Click for Scenic Routes</a>)Driving from Vancouver to Horsefly is around 600 Kms (7 hour drive). Driving from Kamloops is about 4 hours. Driving from Calgary (If you want to see Banff) is 12 hours non stop. Arriving by TrainThere are no trains, sorry!

Travel

Scenic Routes for Adventurers

There are so many beautiful places to stop and visit along these routes, but here are a few highlights: Click on the underlined route below for a Google Map Link showing the route and duration. Click on each individual destination for a link with more information. <a href="https://maps.app.goo.gl/V4TkP1scdbK9WbY49" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Places to Visit via Vancouver</a><a href="https://www.hellsgateairtram.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Hells Gate</a> A historic part of the mighty Fraser River.<a href="https://kumsheen.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Kumsheen White Water Rafting</a> Halfway to Horsefly and a good spot to break the journey.S<a href="https://bcparks.ca/skihist-park/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">kihist Provincil Park</a> A great spot to stretch your legs.<a href="http://www.deserthillsranch.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Desert Hills Farm</a> A great place for lunch and fresh produce.<a href="https://www.horstingsfarm.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Horstings Farms</a> Another great place for lunch and fresh produce. <a href="https://maps.app.goo.gl/c2ghFfFooNcdXUz39" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Places to Visit via Calgary - Banff to Kamloops</a><a href="https://banff.ca/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Banff</a> Quite famous!<a href="https://gondolabanff.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Banff Gondola</a> A beautiful viewpoint.<a href="https://morainelake.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Moraine Lake</a> Instagram-famous lake so expect a lot of tourists (like you!)<a href="https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Takakkaw_Falls" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Takakkaw Falls</a> Second tallest waterfall in Canada and an easy walk from the parking lot.<a href="https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Three_Valley_Gap" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Three Valley Gap</a> Ghost Town - spooky!<a href="https://www.crazycreekresort.com/hot-pools" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Crazy Creek Hot Pools Resort</a> A good stopover halfway between Calgary and Horsefly.<a href="https://www.crazycreekresort.com/waterfalls-suspension-bridge" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Crazy Creek Suspension Bridge</a> A beautiful viewpoint to stretch your legs.<a href="http://www.deserthillsranch.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Desert Hills Farm</a> A great place for lunch and fresh produce.<a href="https://www.horstingsfarm.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Horstings Farms</a> Another great place for lunch and fresh produce. <a href="https://maps.app.goo.gl/hLiLAyAwL2FXuvbP8" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Places to Visit via Calgary - Banff to Jasper</a><a href="https://gondolabanff.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Banff Gondola</a> A beautiful viewpoint<a href="https://morainelake.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Moraine Lake</a> Instagram Famous Lake<a href="https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Columbia_Icefield" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Columbia Ice Fields</a> Largest Ice Field in the Rockies (even in Summer)<a href="https://icefieldsparkway.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Ice Field Parkway</a> An amazing drive through the Canadian Rockies. Sure to see lots of wildlife (unless Elinor is traveling with you)<a href="https://www.jasper.travel/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Jasper</a> Beautiful mountain drive. <a href="https://www.barkerville.ca/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Barkerville</a> Out of the way, but a historic part of the Cariboo Gold Rush.

Scenic Routes

Accommodation Options

**NOTE** There is no cell phone service in Horsefly and surrounding area. There will be internet available at the venue via Starlink. We recommend you plan to stay in either Horsefly or Williams Lake. Options in Horsefly are limited so if you would like to be close to the venue try to secure your booking early. We are planning some hiking and sightseeing activities after the wedding so try to stay a few days if you can. Camping and RVsIf you are bringing an RV or camping gear there will be space at the venue to set up and camp. However, there is no power or water supply in the field. <a href="https://www.rvezy.com/rv-search?SearchAddress=Williams+Lake,+BC,+Canada&amp;StartDate=2026-08-06&amp;EndDate=2026-08-10&amp;Adults=2" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">If you would like help arranging RV hire please let us know.</a>We can help to arrange transport to RVs from Williams Lake to Horsefly. <a href="https://www.airbnb.ae/s/Horsefly--British-Columbia--Canada/homes?refinement_paths%5B%5D=%2Fhomes&amp;place_id=ChIJG4KCD-_egFMRUyH_83EdfVM&amp;acp_id=e652c2fa-32c6-4d1a-9629-18ccfd89cb60&amp;date_picker_type=flexible_dates&amp;source=structured_search_input_header&amp;search_type=user_map_move&amp;query=Horsefly%2C%20British%20Columbia%2C%20Canada&amp;flexible_trip_lengths%5B%5D=one_week&amp;monthly_start_date=2025-11-01&amp;monthly_length=3&amp;monthly_end_date=2026-02-01&amp;search_mode=regular_search&amp;price_filter_input_type=2&amp;channel=EXPLORE&amp;ne_lat=52.5943486657234&amp;ne_lng=-121.2339663824315&amp;sw_lat=51.85341351193028&amp;sw_lng=-122.00418182541671&amp;zoom=9.384773187448795&amp;zoom_level=9.384773187448795&amp;search_by_map=true" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Horsefly Airbnb Options</a> <a href="https://www.horseflylandingresort.com/index.html" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Horsefly Landing Resort</a>FULLY BOOKED <a href="https://www.airbnb.ae/rooms/35232186?search_mode=regular_search&amp;adults=1&amp;category_tag=Tag%3A8678&amp;check_in=2025-10-13&amp;check_out=2025-10-18&amp;children=0&amp;infants=0&amp;pets=0&amp;photo_id=1206175151&amp;source_impression_id=p3_1760374311_P3zNtlzJkbf5iUqY&amp;previous_page_section_name=1000&amp;federated_search_id=89d697c4-eff3-44f3-8a37-5757fcb04283" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Willow Grove B&amp;B Inn and Traditional Arts School</a> <a href="https://www.airbnb.ca/rooms/7671172?check_in=2026-08-06&amp;check_out=2026-08-10&amp;search_mode=regular_search&amp;source_impression_id=p3_1760457631_P3Cz1vlt0iLuaEJY&amp;previous_page_section_name=1000&amp;federated_search_id=6ab162f0-3eb1-451a-ad25-bee54c45b889" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Cottage in Horsefly</a>- approximately 25 min drive from the venue. Kiwis Nest <a href="https://www.airbnb.ae/rooms/865133935767059938?check_in=2026-08-06&amp;check_out=2026-08-12&amp;search_mode=regular_search&amp;source_impression_id=p3_1770741149_P3F5yV4GRMJqaGTi&amp;previous_page_section_name=1000&amp;federated_search_id=1e44d6fd-3a5e-4dfd-a371-889a57f4313b" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">(The Tree House)</a>1 Bedroom/ 4 Beds/ 1 Bathroom <a href="https://www.airbnb.ae/rooms/1449629897900957820?check_in=2026-08-06&amp;check_out=2026-08-12&amp;search_mode=regular_search&amp;source_impression_id=p3_1770741149_P3iIQ39Tmp3g30zX&amp;previous_page_section_name=1000&amp;federated_search_id=1e44d6fd-3a5e-4dfd-a371-889a57f4313b" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Gunderson Getaway</a>2 Bedroom/ 3 Beds/ 1 Bathroom <a href="https://www.airbnb.ae/rooms/1400337418129974637?check_in=2026-08-06&amp;check_out=2026-08-12&amp;search_mode=regular_search&amp;source_impression_id=p3_1770741149_P39-7XoYhT5ka60k&amp;previous_page_section_name=1000&amp;federated_search_id=1e44d6fd-3a5e-4dfd-a371-889a57f4313b" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Old Motel (Apartment)</a>1 Bedroom/ 1 Bed/ 1 Bathroom Accommodation in Williams LakeLet us know if you need help arranging transport on the day. These hotels are a one-hour drive from the venue. <a href="https://www.coasthotels.com/coast-fraser-inn?utm_source=google&amp;utm_medium=paid&amp;utm_campaign=cfin_evergreen_brand_pmax&amp;gad_source=1&amp;gad_campaignid=19926585997&amp;gbraid=0AAAAABaKIzrVtliUts7oII6s50MbPhNBQ&amp;gclid=Cj0KCQjw6bfHBhDNARIsAIGsqLiaUU_ukFRgLN4D9egN6G0r8K-APxFFndJviw-SejISO0O3RYnBNAgaArf3EALw_wcB" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Coast Fraser Inn Williams Lake</a> <a href="https://www.bestwestern.com/en_US/book/hotel-rooms.62128.html?iata=00170260&amp;ssob=PSBM00199G&amp;cid=PSBM00199G:google:Conversion_National_X_CA_Google_BW_BW_BR_X_Consolidated_En_District2_BC_Tertiary:best%20western%20williams%20lake%20hotel&amp;gclsrc=aw.ds&amp;gad_source=1&amp;gad_campaignid=21378971933&amp;gbraid=0AAAAAD-tl1g5BWVOtMe3Fgbn1CFF1lVkg&amp;gclid=Cj0KCQjw6bfHBhDNARIsAIGsqLiTiGSbc7dX5gKmJ91-oOWfOfxkm0P9RC4HPLA79PuHGWpJ_1Zk-SsaAvcZEALw_wcB" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Best Western Hotel Williams Lake</a> <a href="https://www.booking.com/hotel/ca/super-8-williams-lake.en-gb.html?aid=304142&amp;label=gen173nr-10CAEoggI46AdIM1gEaAKIAQGYATO4ARfIAQzYAQPoAQH4AQGIAgGoAgG4AsfftMcGwAIB0gIkNjIxMmMwZWMtODViYS00NjA1LWI3NDAtODUwMDRjMGYxYzgz2AIB4AIB&amp;sid=5fab06831ae672963bb27f746479d3b9&amp;all_sr_blocks=43425107_246072044_2_1_0&amp;checkin=2025-10-13&amp;checkout=2025-10-14&amp;dest_id=-576014&amp;dest_type=city&amp;dist=0&amp;group_adults=2&amp;group_children=0&amp;hapos=1&amp;highlighted_blocks=43425107_246072044_2_1_0&amp;hpos=1&amp;matching_block_id=43425107_246072044_2_1_0&amp;no_rooms=1&amp;req_adults=2&amp;req_children=0&amp;room1=A%2CA&amp;sb_price_type=total&amp;sr_order=popularity&amp;sr_pri_blocks=43425107_246072044_2_1_0__14850&amp;srepoch=1760375011&amp;srpvid=721977688cd902e1&amp;type=total&amp;ucfs=1&amp;" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Super 8 by Wyndham Williams Lake</a> <a href="10CAEoggI46AdIM1gEaAKIAQGYATO4ARfIAQzYAQPoAQH4AQGIAgGoAgG4AsfftMcGwAIB0gIkNjIxMmMwZWMtODViYS00NjA1LWI3NDAtODUwMDRjMGYxYzgz2AIB4AIB" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Ramada by Wyndham Williams Lake</a>

Accommodation

Order of Service

<a href="https://www.sunshineranchweddings.ca" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Sunshine Ranch Weddings</a> 12:30 Guests Arrive &amp; Welcome DrinkThe ceremony will take place outside on the banks of the Little Horsefly River(Hat, sunscreen and sunglasses Or a rain jacket may be required) 13:00 The Wedding Ceremony 14:00 Official Group PhotosCanapés and drinks served by the river while we snap some photos. After the main group shots, guests are welcome to make their way up the hill to the barn for drinks. 17:00 Wedding FeastA hearty hog roast buffet Later: Speeches, country tunes, and dancing 'til the break of dawn Be sure to bring some coins for the toonie bar (that's a cash bar to the out of town folk) We can't wait to celebrate this special day with you!

Jeremy & Elinor

Jeremy & Elinor

J&E

Wedding Day

Reception