Emerald Ridge Outdoor Weddings

05/04/2024

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05/03/2024

WE Need Your Support

State Senator Jeff Smith + other colleagues from the Senate will be at The Barn at Mirror Lake on May 8th from 11:30am -1:00pm. This will be your chance to voice your opinions and thoughts about the new liquor law and its effect on all of our industry!
📅 Date: May 8th, 2024
🏠 Location: The Barn on Mirror Lake
⏰ Time: 11:30 am - 1:00 pm
🍽️ Appetizers Provided: by Shawn McManus of Savory Creations
⭐ Volunteers and door prizes are always encouraged and appreciated!

𝗚𝘂𝗲𝘀𝘁𝘀 𝘄𝗵𝗼 𝗺𝗮𝘆 𝗯𝗲 𝗮𝗳𝗳𝗲𝗰𝘁𝗲𝗱 𝗯𝘆 𝘁𝗵𝗶𝘀 𝗹𝗮𝘄 𝗮𝗿𝗲 𝘄𝗲𝗹𝗰𝗼𝗺𝗲 𝘁𝗼 𝘁𝗵𝗶𝘀 𝗺𝗲𝗲𝘁𝗶𝗻𝗴. This includes brides/grooms, bankers/lenders, venues, wedding/event professionals who are not members, and members of the media. P̲l̲e̲a̲s̲e̲ ̲l̲e̲t̲ ̲u̲s̲ ̲k̲n̲o̲w̲ ̲i̲n̲ ̲t̲h̲e̲ ̲c̲o̲m̲m̲e̲n̲t̲s̲ ̲i̲f̲ ̲y̲o̲u̲ ̲w̲i̲l̲l̲ ̲b̲e̲ ̲b̲r̲i̲n̲g̲i̲n̲g̲ ̲g̲u̲e̲s̲t̲s̲ ̲a̲n̲d̲ ̲h̲o̲w̲ ̲m̲a̲n̲y̲ ̲s̲o̲ ̲w̲e̲ ̲c̲a̲n̲ ̲p̲l̲a̲n̲ ̲f̲o̲o̲d̲ ̲a̲n̲d̲ ̲s̲e̲a̲t̲i̲n̲g̲.̲
Wisconsin 2023 Act 73 is a massive overhaul of the Wisconsin's liquor laws. It was passed last November, and goes into effect January 1, 2026 if the law is not delayed or re-written because of the voices of all of us.

It directly affects wedding barns, other venues, caterers, bartenders, and all our clients who will now be prohibited from bringing/serving their own alcohol during their events. As a result of this new law, everyone in the wedding and event industry will be affected as venues are forced to make the decisions to either become licensed, have their economic liberties limited to no more than 6 events per year, or go out of business.

Already-licensed venues will not be able to keep up with demand, and/or many clients may not be able to afford or want a larger, licensed venue. For smaller gatherings, it may not even be financially advantageous for a larger venue to open their doors for the smaller groups.

Bartenders are now required to hold a newly created statewide license instead of holding one from the local municipality.
Caterers also are required to have a physical location if they are going to serve alcohol for their clients.

Clients will experience some venues closing their doors; fewer venues to choose from that may be more expensive; no longer being able to serve alcohol at their weddings/events; increased pricing because venues have to pass along thousands of dollars of added expenses, minimum alcohol limits that may not be reasonable for the number of their guests; and high alcohol prices set by the 3 main distributors in all of Wisconsin, and more.
Other wedding/event professionals will be affected as the venues struggle, close their doors and clients find creative ways such as home weddings, smaller weddings, etc. to combat the law. We saw these things happening during Covid as couples tried to find ways around masks and guest limits.

𝗖𝗢𝗠𝗘. 𝗕𝗘 𝗦𝗘𝗘𝗡 𝗔𝗡𝗗 𝗛𝗘𝗔𝗥𝗗. We have an opportunity window for just a short time to delay this law until new language can be written to protect the economic liberties of our industry.

04/29/2024

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04/20/2024

04/20/2024

What would your day look like with me as your wedding photographer?

I'd like to explain a little bit about what it would be like if you hired me. Every photographer does things a little differently, so I think it's so important to ask them for a run down of the day to make sure that you're a good fit in many different aspects.

I am going to be spending the majority of the day with you, so before we book, I like to do a phone call to make sure that I am the best photographer for you and you're the best fit for me! We get pretty up close and personal, so you gotta like me! I'm a bit quirky and silly at times 😂

Starting out with your getting ready photos, I like to be more of an observer! This is a great time for candid photos. I really don't like to interfere much with these, because these aren't meant to be posed photos. I'm here to DOCUMENT what would have happened whether I was there or not! Of course if you want a group photo or something specific we can do those, but if you are looking for the raw & real moments and emotions that are going to happen, you just have to have a go with the flow mindset for these!

Now the couples photos and bridal party photos I do a mix of fun prompts & poses! I try not to do as many super posed photos as I possibly can because in my opinion, they're stiff, boring, uncomfortable, and feels like you're at a photoshoot. These moments and memories are much more special than just some photoshoot. I like to incorporate fun prompts that create some movement so that you're not just thinking about the camera the whole time! Just think of it as a little activities I have you do, and that's when my magic happens and I do some parkour to get some great shots 😂❤️

The most posed photos of your day will probably be the family photos. I get a list from the couple of the family members and friends that they would like a photo with during this time. We usually go right down the list and it keeps it speedy and less stressful. TIP: It's SUUUPER helpful if you designate a person that knows most of your families to read this list off for me so it goes even smoother!

The ceremony & reception are almost completely candid, I sneak around like a ninja and get photos of you, your guests, and the details you've worked so hard putting together. If there's some particular photos that you'd like, like I said earlier of course we can get that too you just need to let me know 😊

I send my couples a questionnaire a few months before their wedding to make sure that I've got all the details straight and their timeline all figured out!

To book your wedding with me, contact me at www.photosbycharlee.com/contact
Emerald Ridge Outdoor Weddings

02/12/2024

Grandview Point is now available for Birthday, Grad Parties, Anniversary and any kind of Get together. Call 715-308-4868 for availability.

02/12/2024

We have Dates still available for 2024. August 17th on The Legacy Barn is open as well as dates the end of October and earlier dates in May, June and July. Call for a tour today 715-308-4868

11/29/2023

The couple was awesome to work with thanks for letting Emerald Ridge weddings be a part of your day

09/12/2023

Such a great couple.

08/04/2023

07/16/2023

So much fun with you both and your families

07/16/2023

Fun couple. I’ll never forget you

07/16/2023

Love them all. Such a beautiful couple

05/28/2023

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Come Visit Our son Dustin's New Training and Boarding Facility!     Join us for our OPEN HOUSE Saturday, June 3rd 10AM-5PM   Come tour our brand-new facility Please help us celebrate this milestone T

05/21/2023

05/07/2023

And Wedding season begins

10/17/2022

Awesome couple. Congrats again

10/10/2022

Bruce and I would like to welcome our new events coordinator, Gabrielle Anderson to Emerald Ridge Weddings and Receptions.

09/28/2022

09/10/2022

Our new ceiling lights. I also made new signs and a new memory lantern

07/27/2022

New Rustic Oaks sign. Thanks Mechmanufacturing.com for another awesome sign

07/22/2022

We love ours. They make a great gift too.

06/22/2022

Great Couple! and Family

06/05/2022

New ceremony area complete on The Legacy Barn. First wedding on it today. Congrats Lindsay and Alex.

06/02/2022

Putting the grass in tomorrow. Along both sides. More concrete tomorrow as well. Thanks Dustin Olson and Ryan Lester with Upland Construction. Can't wait til it's complete.

06/02/2022

I love it. Can't wait for people to see it in person. Absolutely gorgeous I think. Great addition to Emerald Ridge. Let us know what you think.

06/01/2022

Update on the new area on Legacy Barn. I love the tunnel. Think I'll be adding some greenery and flowers. Some concrete tomorrow and Thursday. So excited. Legacy Barn will now have an indoor and outdoor ceremony area as well as the reception building. Looks really different in real life. Need two more strings and lights will be complete

05/30/2022

And the arbor is in. Thanks to https://mechmanufacturing.com/ for the design and building of it. Thank you to my sons - Dustin and Cory and my grandsons - Trace, Tanis, Bryce and Carver for helping install it. Now to decorate.

04/18/2022

New ceiling fabric on Rustic Oaks. Thank you to my husband Bruce for putting it up. I love it and hopefully our couples do to