Paul was the absolute perfect fit for our elopement, truly one of a kind. From the very start, he impressed us with his care and professionalism. He took the time to do a pre-ceremony interview with us, and we absolutely loved the questions he asked and the attention to detail he brought to learning our story. It was clear he genuinely wanted to capture who we are as a couple and create something deeply personal and meaningful.
We had traveled over 1,600 miles for what we hoped would be the elopement of our dreams, and Paul made it everything we could have hoped for and more. He reminded me so much of my own dad... calm, kind, and genuine. He brought such a heartfelt presence to our ceremony. His delivery was sincere, beautifully paced, and full of warmth. You can tell he truly loves what he does and cares deeply about the couples he marries.
Paul is phenomenal to work with and made us feel completely at ease during one of the most meaningful moments of our lives. We truly couldn’t imagine our day without him. He deserves every bit of praise, if you’re lucky enough to have Paul as your officiant, you’ll understand exactly what I mean.

Paul Marsh at Weddings in the Wild was incredible to work with for our Humboldt redwood elopement. From the start he was warm, responsive, and made the entire process feel effortless. What meant the most to me as a bride was the trust I had in him—Frank and I could truly relax knowing he understood the intimate, foggy redwood ceremony we envisioned. He chose a beautiful location and coordinated seamlessly with our photographer and vendors so we could simply be present and enjoy the moment. His love for Humboldt and the redwoods shines through in everything he does. We couldn’t recommend him more.

If you are even thinking about eloping in the Redwoods, stop what you’re doing and hire Paul.

We eloped in the redwood forest, and from day one Paul was incredible. He sent us multiple location options to choose from, was so thoughtful and organized, and made the entire process feel easy and exciting. Especially since we found him only about two weeks before our flight out. We were so lucky he was available.

Paul is genuinely the friendliest, warmest person we have ever encountered. What he wrote for our ceremony was so unique and beautifully woven with the magic of the Redwoods. It felt personal, intentional, and completely us. He was patient, calm, and made the entire day feel magical even with the possibility of rain.

We weren’t originally sure if we were going to legally get married in the forest or do the courthouse first and just exchange vows in the Redwoods. My father-in-law insisted we had to get married in the forest and even offered to pay for it. Thank goodness he did, because Paul made it unforgettable.

After the ceremony, we genuinely wanted to hang out with him. You hire Paul as your officiant, but you leave feeling like you’ve made a friend.

If you are lucky enough to have him marry you, don’t hesitate. It will be one of the best decisions you make.

Paul is such a warm and genuine person, he made us feel comfortable right away. He really listened to our story, and remembered the details that make us unique as a couple. He used those details to create a wonderful heartfelt officiant speech at our elopement. His service was better than we ever could have imagined. We highly recommend him to any couple that is looking for an officiant that will connect with you and make you feel so comfortable while also giving you the exact experience that you want on your special day without any extra stress!

We decided to have an elopement in the redwoods since that was where we met as a couple and had many fond memories at the university there. Paul was so communicative and helped us navigate a completely foreign process with such ease, grace, and genuine compassion. Even the County clerk knew who Paul as he’s done many ceremonies and is very experienced and knowledgeable. He also tailors your ceremony to your vision and needs to make sure you have the most memorable moment. Don’t look any further, I’d recommend just booking him now!

My husband and I got married on 09.12.25 at the Redwoods and we couldn't have been happier with how amazing Paul was, especially since we were coming from WI. His communication was top tier and always answered any questions we had. He made our wedding day so special with his warm smile and kind soul!! We recommend him 10/10!!

Paul was incredible. Extremely approachable and committed to making our wedding exactly as we needed it. Worked with us both together and individually with our vows, was very considerate and helpful whenever we hit a wrinkle in our plans, was professionally prompt, and always a joy to be around. Helped ease any nerves and make the ship sail smoothly.

Paul was an absolutely incredible wedding officiant. He made the entire process so easy for us from start to finish. He provided thoughtful prompts and ceremony options for us to choose from, and the script he created was so beautifully written we hardly had to edit anything.

He clearly explained the paperwork process and walked us through every step, so we were never left with questions or confusion. Honestly, it felt like all we had to do was show up—Paul handled the details, made sure everything ran smoothly, and even took care of getting all the documents signed and submitted.

We are so grateful for his professionalism, warmth, and guidance. If you’re looking for someone who makes your ceremony effortless and meaningful, Paul is the perfect choice.

We are so happy that we chose Weddings In The Wild to help us plan our elopement! We live on the East Coast and it was our dream to be married in the California Redwoods — no fuss, no guests, just something special for the two of us. With no idea where or how to pull it off, we contacted Paul and he helped us make a plan that covered everything we wanted to do, the way we wanted to do it. He was a joy to work with, always kind and professional, and quick to respond with suggestions and solutions. He helped us choose the perfect location and wrote the most beautiful vows for us. The cost was very reasonable and we were thrilled with the way everything turned out. We highly recommend Weddings In The Wild!

My partner and I decided to elope and planned everything very short notice. We were extremely lucky that Paul had an opening. Not only did he make us feel comfortable during our pre-meeting but during our ceremony as well. Paul is lighthearted, joyful, and most importantly grounded. He prepared a ceremony that fit us perfectly and it was like he had known us for years. Not only was he the BEST officiant possible but his concierge services and recommendations were TOP TIER! Paul is a wonderful addition to any service and you and your future spouse would be lucky to have him.