New Jersey Wedding Industry Networking Events

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Northern New Jersey / New York City Region Click For More Details... Date & Time: Tuesday, April 27,, 2010 6:00 - 9:00 p.m. Location: The Landmark 26 Rt. 17 South Rutherford, New Jersey

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Weekend Adventures

A New Trend in Bachelor Parties

Bachelor parties are about guys getting together, sharing old stories, and maybe creating some new ones. They are a chance for the best man to send the groom off in style, in appreciation for years of friendship. Traditionally, this has involved drinking one's fair share of alcohol, heading off to a gentleman's club, and waking up the next morning in a strange place with a new tattoo. Recently, a new trend has emerged. Guys are now spending weekends immersed in outdoor adventures: leaping out of airplanes, roping cattle, reeling in trophy fish, and riding wild whitewater.

Picture it: 10 buddies sitting in a rubber raft, getting tossed back and forth, and paddling like crazy through a menacing drop-off the guides call, "The Meat Grinder." Besides whitewater rafting, parties can perform airborne ballets after leaping from planes at 10,000 feet, reel in fish ranging from 30 lb king salmon to 300 lb sharks, or drive hundreds of cattle alongside real-life cowboys. As an added bonus, guys return from the adventure, with pictures, mementoes, and memories that will always remain special.

Although these adventures bring a fresh, new idea to the bachelor party concept, groups are given many opportunities to do some old-school partying. Typically, the extreme adventure locations are located off the beaten path, requiring a couple-days excursion. Everyone usually congregates in a major city near the adventure site and spends the first night enjoying the urban nightlife. Day Two kicks off with an early morning rise, followed by a trip out into the wild for the adventure activity.

Some detailed examples of adventure-based bachelor parties paint a clear picture of exactly how extreme adventure combines with traditional fun to produce an unforgettable experience.

Whitewater Rafting

Whitewater rafting is an adventure that can take place in multiple locations across the country. As long as there is a flowing river, someone will put a boat in it. The trick is finding the rivers that will take you to the edge, without throwing you over it. Under the guidance of an adventure expert, guys paddle, dodge, and hold on through class IV and V rapids, all while taking in spectacular views of the scenic beauty and wildlife. To compliment the adventure, the group spends the first night at an upscale hotel in a bustling downtown area and the second night in more rustic accommodations surrounded by nature. This combination creates a solid mix of fun and adventure.

Cattle Wrangling
Imagine living out the movie, City Slickers. Saddle-up the crew, ride the open range like old-time cowboys, and drive longhorn cattle through rugged mountain terrain. In the morning, work alongside real cowboys to move the thundering herd to greener pastures. Enjoy the sights and sounds of rolling rivers, towering mountain ranges, and native wildlife while attempting to control the wild herd. After the drive, see if anyone lasts eight seconds on the mechanical bull before taking aim at the skeet shooting range. Recount the day's highlights during a Texas-style-barbecue dinner including steaks, potatoes, and plenty of beer. Before you dive headfirst into the cowboy lifestyle, enjoy a night with upscale hotel accommodations, fine dining, and outstanding nightlife characteristic of the adjacent downtown area.

 

Charter Fishing
In groups of four to six people, the guys board separate charter boats and compete in a private fishing tournament. Someone not only has the satisfaction of wrestling a trophy fish into the boat, but also the sweet taste of victory in catching the winning fish to beat the rest of the bunch in the tournament. While everybody breathes in the fresh air and takes in picturesque views, the expert captains and crew guide the team to the hot spots and teach the boys how to reel in the big one. After a full day of fishing, camaraderie, and competition, a chef "cooks the catch" at a restaurant overlooking the water. Since most fishing trips are located in beach side towns, nights will be spent at Buffet-like bars sipping Margaritas, watching the fade over the horizon.

 

Skydiving
What's better than jumping out of a plane, free-falling for over a minute at 120 mph, and seeing for miles in every direction? Doing it all with some of your closest friends. After some basic training, everyone flies to 13,000+ feet and prepares for the jump. Hearts pound, men begin to fade to the back of the line, and adrenaline pumps as everybody peels out of the plane into the open sky. Once everyone has returned safely to Earth, the party begins. The boys enjoy beers in the hanger, a bonfire on the grounds, a delicious catered dinner, and a viewing of the days skydive video. To enhance this exceptional skydiving experience, upscale accommodations, fine dining, and locally distinct nightlife in a lively downtown setting complete the package.

 

Regardless of the adventure theme you choose, it will be important to make the outing an "experience" rather than just a trip. Answer these questions when planning your weekend to remember:

1. What adventure activity is the group interested in?
2. What areas of the country offer this type of activity during the group's seasonal timeframe?
3. Is there a major city near the event where people can fly to at a reasonable price?
4. What hotels offer high-class accommodations and fit the group's price range?
5. Is there a restaurant with a private banquet facility near the hotel, where champagne toasts and words of encouragement can be uttered without upsetting the other patrons?
6. What are the best bars?
7. How will the group get from the hotel to the adventure outfitter?
8. If the adventure is outside of the city, where will the group stay the second night?

These are just some of the questions that will come up as the event planning takes shape. The most important part of the trip is making sure the groom has a great time. So, if you are the best man, make sure to have his best interests in mind at all times. If all goes as planned, you will have successfully orchestrated a weekend filled with memories to last a lifetime and maybe even overcome some fears along the way.

Darren Hitz is the Founder of Adventure Bachelor Party (ABP). ABP plans unique, adventure-based trips for groups of friends looking to make great memories. By planning everything from the lodging to the adventure, ABP allows the groom and his friends to enjoy the experience without all the worries and hassle of planning a group trip. He explains Adventure Bachelor Party ideas below:

Darren Hitz
Hitz Adventures, LLC

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Well, it was a great event to be at; we met with some familiar wedding  and event professionals and some new ones too. Our networking shows have been a great success and we at WedAlert.com are very proud to be a sponsor. In these tough economic times networking is a great way to meet and greet with other wedding and event planning professionals along with resources to promote your business.  

 

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For our WedAlert friends

Primetime Entertainers cordially invites you to our….

Champagne and Dreams Nite

Wednesday November 4th,

2009 @ 7:00pm

 

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Brides: What if severe weather rolls in on your outdoor wedding? Or the bridal salon loses your dress? Or your caterer backs out?  Unfortunatly, in this uncertain economy,  this can be a common reality for many couples.

Average cost of a Wedding in 2009 = $20,000. It's NOT good to stress your self out with worry about what could go wrong for your special day...it IS good to be ready. 

You would insure your car at this price why not the most precious event of your life? If you spend your savings on a Wedding, shouldnt you spend as little as $160 to protect it?

Become a friend of our exclusively for Brides and Newlyweds Facebook Page and visit our Website for more information on John B. Wright Insurance Agency.  

John B. Wright Insurance Agency
Manasquan, NJ
(732) 223-6611
bethany@johnbwright.com
 

Check out this video! 

The reporter can't lay it out any flatter for you Bride and Grooms! Many wedding venues, Dj's and Photographers are all going out of business and engaged couples are losing thousands in deposits! Insure your wedding before its too late!

            I've heard it said and I believe it to be true"that life is not measured by the number of breaths we take, but rather by the number of moments that take our breath away".

            In life there are so few events that we celebrate or commemerate.  When that time comes why not white doves.  For centuries white doves have symbolized peace, joy and love.  Some cultures see the release of white doves as a wish for good luck and prosperity.  Regardless of what you believe the release of white doves is simply breath taking and awe inspiring.

             So you are getting married and you are thinking about a release, whats next?  The following bullets are suggestions when considering a vendor for your dove release.
              *Most vendors who do a release do it on a part time basis.  So the way
               to find them is on line.  There are white dove directories where
               vendors are listed by state, and wedding sites that will refer
               individuals who do releases.
              * When you have identified the vendor you are planning on using
              make sure the birds that are released are rock doves and not ring
              neck doves, because ring neck doves will not survive the release,
              due to their inability to get home.
              * On the day of your wedding make sure you have communication
              between your photographer and the individual doing the release. 
              The birds move quickly and the photographer needs to be cued to
              capture that special moment.
              * Make sure you get people in the wedding party involved in the
              release.  It will be an event that people will talk about for years to
              come.
              * Most vendors will have a decorative cage that will display birds.
              Take advantage of this display, people will love to get their picture
              next to these birds.
              * It is difficult to express in words the impact of a release on a group
              of people. 


The following video from Youtube illustrates what others have  done with doves. 



              But at the end of the day make your release an individualized event with music or poetry that means something special to you.

             If you are looking to make your wedding day memorable and unique  a white dove release could accomplish that for you, wether it is a simple single release or multiple doves.