Fun Things to Do
Fun Things to Do
Here is a approximate rundown of our wedding events and weekend activities. We will continue updating the page as we get closer to the day---we hope this will give you an idea what to plan around:
Friday, August 7th, 2009
7:00pm Dinner at the Jenner Inn Restaurant
The Jenner Inn Restaurant will be offering a limited menu with entrees averaging $25. Please RSVP if you plan to eat at the restaurant as they have requested a count for the night. The restaurant will be open from 5-9:30pm.
Saturday , August 8, 2009
3:30pm Meet at Jenner Inn to carpool to Ceremony site
(see ceremony directions for more details on the carpooling)
4:00pm Wedding Ceremony at the Shell Beach Overlook
5:00pm Cocktails & Appetizers at Jenner Inn
6:00pm Dinner & Reception at Jenner Inn
8:00pm Dancing into the night!
Sunday, August 9, 2009
12pm BBQ lunch see details below. We may need to change the time to
1pm. . .stay tuned!
After Lunch Kayaking & Canoeing on Russian River near Jenner Inn*
Sunday BBQ Lunch
We will be gathering folks on Sunday for a BBQ lunch. We are still finalizing the menu and exact time but know that the cost will be $15 per person and will include an entree, sides, and a drink. Don’t forget to RSVP for the lunch. If you require a vegetarian lunch option, please email Melanie at mokamoto@pacbell.net or call us.
Kayaking & Canoeing
We reserved 11 single kayaks and 3 double kayaks for all day on Sunday (all of Lotus Kayaks’ rentals). We’ll be kayaking around the Jenner Inn just at the mouth of the Russian River. Please let us know if you are interested in renting one of the kayaks in the morning or afternoon with us - $20 for all day, $10 for half day. If you prefer to canoe, see below for rental information. We encourage guests to contact any of the below outfitters to secure kayaks or canoes to fit your specific needs.
Weekend Schedule

To help you plan your time in the area, see the below links for some ideas on what to do along the Sonoma Coast and Russian River. You can also visit Jenner Inn’s Activities page.
Canoeing, Kayaking and Rafting:
Guerneville Sport Kayak and Canoe Rentals
Lotus Kayak Rentals: 707-865-9604 - next to visitor center in Jenner. Half day $20/person, whole day $30/person.
Hiking:
Sonoma Coast State Park - Hike the Sonoma Coast Trail
Armstrong Woods State Reserve (see pics) Hiking among the old-growth redwoods
Goat Rock State Beach (see pics) A 10-minute drive to the beach and chance to see the harbor seal colony.
Wine Tasting:
Wineries of the Russian River:
Horseback Riding:
Horseback riding in the old-growth redwood forest of Armstrong Woods and Austin Creek Armstrong Woods Pack Station
Surfing:
Bodega Bay Surf