Prom night is one of the most memorable experiences in a high school student's life—a magical evening of celebration, dancing, and creating lasting memories with friends. For prom planning committees, faculty advisors, and parent volunteers, the journey to creating that perfect night involves countless decisions, logistics, and coordination. Spruce Mountain Ranch has had the privilege of hosting numerous proms over the years, welcoming thousands of smiling students through ou

Photography credit: Tina Joiner Photography Congratulations—you're engaged! Between celebrating with champagne and admiring that beautiful ring, you're probably realizing there's a lot more to wedding planning than you initially thought. One of the first confusing aspects many newly engaged couples face? Understanding the difference between engagement announcements, save the dates, and wedding invitations—plus figuring out when to send each one. Don't worry. We're breaking do

Photography credit: Northern Glow Photography When most couples picture their perfect wedding day, they immediately imagine a summer celebration under sunny skies or a crisp fall ceremony surrounded by colorful foliage. While these popular seasons certainly have their charm, savvy couples are discovering that off-season weddings offer incredible advantages that go far beyond cost savings. At Spruce Mountain Ranch, we celebrate love every month of the year, but we've noticed s

Photography credit: Jessica Schmitt Photography Congratulations on your engagement! As you bask in the excitement of being newly engaged—perhaps still riding the high of your proposal or celebrating with upcoming Valentine's season festivities—your mind is probably overflowing with wedding dreams and ideas. From color palettes and floral arrangements to the perfect table settings and that show-stopping dress or suit, there's so much to envision for your big day. But how do yo

Photography credit: Jensen Sutta Photography Some venues are just beautiful spaces. Others are built on something deeper—a foundation of vision, hard work, and unwavering values that transform acres of land into a place where love stories unfold, and memories are made. Spruce Mountain Ranch is undeniably the latter. This year, we celebrated a milestone that reminds us of the incredible journey that brought this Colorado treasure to life: the 80th birthday of Spruce Mountain R

Photography credit: Tina Joiner Photography Every year brings its own special trends to the wedding world, and 2026 is shaping up to be truly extraordinary. As we step into the new year, we're excited to see how our lovely couples interpret emerging trends and make them uniquely their own. If there's one overarching theme for 2026, it's this: bold, innovative touches that prioritize authenticity over tradition and personal meaning over perfection. At Spruce Mountain Ranch, we

Photography credit: Sarah Lee Welch Weddings Congratulations—you're engaged! After celebrating the excitement of your proposal and admiring that beautiful ring, reality sets in: there's a wedding to plan. One of the first and most important decisions you'll face is determining who will be there to celebrate with you. Creating your wedding guest list might seem straightforward, but it's often one of the most challenging aspects of wedding planning, filled with considerations a