They created the most perfect wedding day for us!

My (now) husband and I are in our 40's, neither of us has been married, and we wanted something special. We reviewed one Tahoe company, but their fine print clauses (and other details) made us a little skittish, so I did some more research and found Dorie and Bill at Lake of The Sky.

From the moment we reached out to them, I could tell we were dealing with experts, and experts who were truly passionate about making our wedding magical!

We wanted a Thanksgiving Wedding, IN the mountains, where weather is mercurial. One wedding planner said she wouldn't even try, it was too risky.

Dorie? No problem. Even better, we booked in the summer, and when I asked about contingency plans, if bad weather ensued, she had multiple options already lined up. She is an ACE.

We, it's easy to say "I can deal with bad weather" when it's summer, but we actually experienced it. We were married 11/26/2019---right when an epic snow storm was coming. Dorie was ON it. She called us a couple days before, suggesting to move the wedding from 3:00 pm to the morning, but was still open to Emerald Bay.

She then called the day before, making sure WE were still open to Emerald Bay. It was around 29* and a snowstorm was enroute, but as long as we were ok, with it, she was all over it. (She did provide me with multiple alternate options, a lower location, a chapel in town, but her focus was what WE wanted.)

She actually even drove up to Emerald Bay the day OF the wedding, to make sure it was safe/not too windy. Who does this on a small, outdoor wedding for under 15 people? (Dorie does!)

If I had picked ANYONE but Dorie and Bill, it would have been a nightmare with anyone else, and might not have even happened. Even our family commented on how amazingly professional and well put-together the process was.

If you want a Tahoe Wedding, you ABSOLUTELY need Dorie and Bill. They shone in the worst of times (epic blizzard coming, etc.) and they genuinely care about making your day magical.

Secondly, BUY the photography package. It is very affordable, and Dorie has a true art, she is passionate about everything from lighting, pose, you name it.

On vows, since Dorie was doing the photography, Bill performed the vows, and he was amazing. He has a deep, solemn but warm voice, and he has an air of grace and depth that makes the moment feel even more cherished and serious. (But he is a natural speaker, and knows when to pause when you get choked up, etc.) It felt refined and cherished, he was amazing.

Also, Dorie and Bill were able to secure us a wonderful Limo Coach for less than it would have cost booking alone, and the family loved this.

All in all, Dorie and Bill are not only wedding experts, they are passionate about making your unique experience magical. Also, they KNOW Tahoe, weather, connections, suggestions, you name it. We were able to relax and focus on the wedding, and Dorie and Bill stayed on top of any and all curveballs. (And a Blizzard coming in? That's a heck of a curveball!)

Finally, cost. Not only is the initial price amazing (local venues were looking to be 3-4 times more), what you see is what you get. There is no bait and switch, no nickle and diming. The are honorable, talented, GOOD people, who are passionate about making your moment magical. We are extremely lucky to have found them. I tend to be conservative on calling someone "the best," but Lake of the Sky Weddings with Dorie and Bill ARE the best.

And remember, our wedding had a BLIZZARD come in the day of, and they STILL married us at Emerald Bay, and made all the changes necessary to give us what we wanted, but safely.

Thank you Dorie and Bill! Our wedding was magical thanks to you both, and no one else could have pulled it off like you two did...you gave us our fairy-tale wedding, thank you Dorie and Bill, it would have been impossible without your dedication, passion and expertise!

Lorraine and Cyrus

Michael and I could not have been more pleased with Reverend Dorie. Everything was taken care of for us. We got married on Emerald Bay overlooking Lake Tahoe. It was a beautiful sunny day with snow everywhere. Truly breathtaking. The flowers were gorgeous and the pictures were professional. Thank you Rev. Dorie.

Reverend Dorie was very professional. Even on her son's birthday, she was able to do this wedding. Excellent photography on CDs and a DVD with music and wedding pictures, as well as the CDs. Simply Beautiful! I highly would refer her toanyone wanting a spectacular wedding ceremony.

Reverend Dorie Hession is just the best! - she did everything from the flowers, the ceremony, the location, the photography - which came out just BEAUTIFUL!! - she even helped me with the wedding cake decorations. I had a fairytale wedding with her - please use her and you will have a beautiful wedding. I strongly recommend her!!

We decided to scrap our big wedding planned for June 2012. I emailed Rev. Dorie and she called me back the next day. Within 2 days, and some emails to Rev. Dorie we made plans for that Sunday. It was a very easy process with her. Rev. Dorie took a ton of pictures and it was the least stressful thing I have done in regards to my wedding. Eloping with her, and having our marriage license notarized, the ceremony and all the pictures, made me very happy that we choose to work with her.

Dorie was amazing; even despite being given a days notice when we decided to elope. We played phone tag for a minute but, when we finally were able to connect with each other, I shared my wedding plans quite easily with her. She was polite, patient, and understanding. She was able to accommodate Christian and Native American vows and blend them quite nicely. She proved to be a multi-talented wedding planner who, not only seemed to know exactly what I was desiring, but was the officiant, photographer, notary, witness, and cheerleader all in one! Great elopement experience!!! A+

From the photography to the flowers, it was all as we requested. When we returned from our wedding dinner our photo album was waiting for us. I can't say enough about how happy we were with the services for our special day.

Very easy to deal with. Took great photos too. Ceremony was at beautiful Emerald Bay in South Lake Tahoe. You made your decision on the package and all was taken care o from there. Even suggested a reception venue that turned out to be fantastic food! Email is best way of contact. Would 100% suggest Dori. She made everything less stressful and she was so sweet.

We did our wedding through Lake of the sky weddings

It was a very nice and small intimate ceremony. Most everything was included in our package(Gold). We had Flowers,Officiant,Same day wedding licence, 200+ pictures. All in all i recommend it if you want something simple and intimate.