About Us
The Hytch is designed for couples who want to celebrate with their closest people, or just the two of them, in a truly unique setting. Our Pop-Up Wedding and Elopement service brings the venue to you, whether it's a scenic outdoor park, a breathtaking overlook at Lake Tahoe, or the stunning landscapes of Denver, Colorado. We create beautifully curated settings that make your wedding unforgettable.
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Founder
Founder @thehytch
Yeliz started The Hytch to provide creative wedding solutions for fun, funky, and truly unique couples. She's a recipient of the Reno Gazette Journal's Twenty Under 40 Award, which recognizes young and accomplished leaders, and is deeply involved in the local business community, including speaking on leadership at the local Woman of the Year conference.
Personally, she spends her time traveling, exploring photography, designing photo-shoots, and mentoring young women entrepreneurs.
Planner @thehytch
One of our wedding and elopement planners. An "Army Brat" born in Oklahoma who finished school in Georgia, where she married her husband in 2006. With three biological and five adopted children, she's the real "Octomom." When she isn't making your day beautiful and seamless, she's with friends, at church, or begging her kids to play a board game with her.
Planner @thehytch
Born and raised in Rock Springs, Wyoming, Mackenzie traded small-town living for Reno and graduated from the University of Nevada, Reno in 2026 with a degree in Business Marketing. A self-proclaimed people person, she's passionate about bringing people together and creating memorable experiences. She loves getting to know couples, hearing their stories, and helping bring their vision to life, so every wedding feels seamless, meaningful, and uniquely personal. When she isn't working weddings, you'll find her at the gym, at concerts, exploring new places, or with friends and family.
Officiant @thehytch
A Lake Tahoe native with strong ties to the Sierra Nevada. He has served as a Chaplain for eight years, officiating weddings and offering crisis, grief, and marriage counseling. Professionally trained in numerous traditional religious ceremonies and just as happy to embrace anything new, every ceremony matters deeply to him.
Officiant @thehytch
Born and raised in Nevada and currently embarking on a journey into nursing. An officiant since 2014, Arion loves joining beautiful souls together on their special day. Making your wedding the most memorable experience possible isn't just a job, it's an honor.
Officiant @thehytch
A true "local girl" and 5th-generation Nevadan who works remotely as a high school math teacher and epitomizes professional van-life. An avid outdoors person, trail running, paddle boarding, climbing, backpacking, snowshoeing, Kaycee is fueled by an infectious energy that shows in every experience she provides.
Officiant @thehytch
Sundee has called the Reno and Lake Tahoe area home her entire life and feels deeply connected to its beauty and spirit. A proud mother and grandmother, she brings warmth, authenticity, and a calm, heartfelt presence to every ceremony. For Sundee, officiating is a joy and an honor, standing beside couples as they take this sacred step.
Officiant @thehytch
"My name is Gregg, and I am among the many great officiants here. I am a full-time Pastor, husband, and father. Officiating weddings is a great honor for me; being part of the union between two people and making their day as easy and memorable as possible. I have lived in the Reno area for over 10 years and love all the fantastic natural beauty that the area has to offer. My goal in officiating is to help you express your faith in God and love for each other. The adventure of officiating weddings with the Hytch in various locations and seasons is a huge bonus."
Photographer @thehytch
A born-and-raised Nevadan with a passion for capturing love and authenticity. Ashleigh stumbled into photography taking a college elective to capture her kids as they grew, and realized immediately that real moments matter most. When she isn't behind the camera, you'll find her with her husband and three children, renovating their house, or dreaming up a grand adventure.
Photographer @thehytch
Telling your love story through her lens is Ciara's favorite obsession, all about the in-between moments and emotive, candid shots you can look back on in ten years and still feel like yesterday. When she's not behind the camera, she's with her family, hunting for vintage finds, or obsessing over a new coffee shop.
Security and Planner
As you enter the beautiful grounds of The Hytch at Sierra Water Garden, chances are you'll be warmly welcomed by one of our most beloved pup partners, Daisy.
A vital member of the team since 2022, Daisy is ten years young and loves love, quite literally. If you look closely, you'll notice the heart-shaped marking on the end of her nose, a perfect reflection of the love she shares so freely with everyone she meets.
Daisy's hobbies include tummy rubs, squirrel chasing, adventure days, and nose boops. When she's not on patrol, Daisy is more than happy to escort guests on their garden tours, proudly guiding them to the most scenic spots.
Whether she's working security, posing for pictures, or simply spreading joy, Daisy is truly a part of the heart and soul of The Hytch experience.
Security and Planner
Meet Benny, part of The Hytch family since 2020.
Benny actually lived on the property for a couple of years and loved every moment of it. Her mom never believed she had Chihuahua in her blood, even though she definitely has the attitude to prove it.
She is best friends with Daisy, and the two of them spend time together almost every day. Benny still takes her job very seriously by greeting guests with her signature "bark bark" and making sure she's involved in the wedding planning process. We are pretty sure she's been trying to get hired as the flower girl for years, but so far, no one has given her the job.
When she's not supervising weddings, Benny loves zoomies, pup cups, and adventure days. One thing is guaranteed, she must give you a few kisses when you arrive at the garden. After that, the barking stops, and you're officially part of the family.
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