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This list of Frequently Asked Questions provides additional information about events
at Redfish. If you don't find your answer here, feel free to contact the event
coordinator by email at
audra@redfishlake.com or phone: winter 208-644-9096, summer 208-774-3536.Table of Contents
Is there an event coordinator onsite for the duration of the event? Who do we contact in an emergency?Yes, there is an event coordinator onsite for the duration of the event. The front desk staff is an alternate contact in an emergency. Back to TopWhat time does it get dark? When is lighting needed?In the peak of the summer, around July, it's light until after 9:00 pm; otherwise, it's light until around 8:00pm. Back to TopI've heard it gets windy in the afternoon...what time and how strong?The wind often does pick up from about noon to around 3:00pm. Sometimes it can get a little gusty around 3:00 or 4:00pm, but it usually dies off by 5:00. Measures, such as tent walls and secured tablecloths if tent walls are not up, usually prevent any problems. And again, the wind typically dies down by the early evening. Back to TopIs there an option to not have a tent?No. Because you are in the mountains, weather can change from moment to moment. In the event that there is questionable weather, there is nowhere else to go for your event. Our restaurant and lodge are in full swing, and there is no other location for you and your guests to go. The party simply has to end. That's why we insist that outdoor events have a tent. With our wedding tent, we have walls as an option, so that if it does get blustery or stormy, we can put the walls up. If it is a bright sunny day, many like the shade of the tent. On those days, the walls usually remain off. We discuss wall options on the day of the event Back to TopWill there be parking available for guests not staying at the lodge?Yes, the day parking is available. There is also parking down at the trailhead parking, if for some reason there weren't enough at the lodge. Trailhead parking is about ¼ mile away. Parking has never seemed to be a problem for weddings/events. Back to TopWhat bathroom facilities are available for guests during the reception?There are public restrooms nearby, and the bathrooms in the lodge are also available. Back to TopIs the event lawn a private area?Because it’s outdoor and we remain open to the public, there are people on the front lawn and beach, and people walking along nearby paths. But the event lawn area remains relatively private. The area is not roped off, but with the tent and tables and all, it is pretty obvious it’s a private function. This has never been a problem—we’ve never had any complaints from weddings or events. Back to TopWho is responsible for setting up buffet, tables, linens, centerpieces, lights, etc.?Generally, we set the tables with tablecloths and rolled silverware, and then family members or friends set the centerpieces and any decorations. We are happy to place the centerpieces (that you provide) if that helps you out. For additional decorations, we can get a staff member to do the decorating for a small fee. Back to TopWhat color and size linens are available?There is a variety of color available: white and champagne have been most popular. The linens are 120 inch round linens and they go to the floor. Our tables are 6 ft rounds and they seat 10 people. We have several 8 ft tables as well that have linens to go the floor. If you wish to have colored toppers, they are available for a small fee. Back to TopHow early may we start setting up the reception area?We usually set up the morning of the event. We put the table clothes and rolled silverware on at that time as well. If you’d like more time than that, we can arrange earlier set ups the day before if necessary. Back to TopWho is responsible for clean-up?We are responsible for clean-up of food, plates, utensils, glasses, garbage, and linens. You are responsible for clean-up of decorations and all personal items. Back to TopIs there a refrigerator where flowers or cakes may be stored?We have very limited storage space, so please consider that when planning for flowers and your wedding cake. We are happy to store what we can in our “wedding refrigerator,” (which is a normal sized refrigerator) but again, that is all that there is available. Back to TopWhat does the staff wear while working?Black pants and black shirts. In some casual settings, staff may where khaki pants and white shirts. Back to TopIs there a small table available for a guest book? Are any tables available for gifts or other displays?Yes, we have a few tables available: square, small rectangle, a couple of banquet tables. Please arrange beforehand if you want to use any. Back to TopIs there a music volume or time limit?For volume, our answer is something reasonable. Keep in mind that we are bordering on wilderness and other guests have come to enjoy the peacefulness of wilderness, so they don’t want to be relaxing on the beach hearing blaring music. Music can start in the afternoon but needs to end promptly at 9:00 pm. Back to TopHow many electrical outlets are available? Are there extension cords available?There are 4 outlets at the edge of the event lawn and 2 more at the gazebo. We have a couple of extension cords on hand if necessary. DJ’s are encouraged to bring their own cords and tables if needed. Also, if you plan on using an I-pod, please also plan accordingly with your electrical needs for speakers and needed accessories. Please arrange beforehand if you want to use an extension cord. Back to TopMay we use tiki torches or candles for decoration?Because we are on Forest Service land, you should probably check with the Forest Service. It will likely depend on current fire restrictions. Back to TopHow is the food served?The appetizers are served buffet-style within the tent. The entrée course is also served within the tent. It is a modified buffet: guests walk through the line holding their plate as we plate the food in order to control portions. If you order off of the casual affairs menu, guests go through the line with their plates and it is a self serve, no host buffet. We also have a bar set up for you and your guests in the tent area also where alcohol is served. (beer and wine). Non-alcoholic beverages are self-service. (Iced tea, lemonade, and water) Back to TopHow do you determine and charge for food portions?Here’s an example: you tell us you want a fruit and cheese platter for 100 people, and we charge $4/person* = $400. Then the chef prepares a fruit and cheese platter for that many people based on his method of figuring portions. Or you tell us you want New York steak for 50 people, and we charge $20/person* = $1,000.00. Then the kitchen prepares 50 steaks (they'd probably do 54 or 55 to be safe). *Note: prices are for example purposes, not necessarily actual prices. Back to TopIs there a "whole" menu available for a set price?If you chose something off of our catering entrée menu, it is a set price. The entrée’s come with some form of potatoes or rice and a vegetable. If you chose something off of our “casual affairs” menu, you can state the number of guests, your budget, and we can come to an agreement upon your choices, budget, and selections. Back to TopWhat happens if more guests come than planned and we run out of food? Do you prepare more just in case?The chef will usually prepare a couple of extra entrees of what you ordered “just in case,” but you may want to overestimate by a couple of plates as well just to be safe. Appetizers are gone when they are gone. Back to TopWhat happens to leftovers?You can take them with you, or we feed them to the crew. Back to TopHow long is the buffet set up?Unless requested, we disassemble the buffet line about an hour after everyone has eaten. We are happy to wrap up anything you request for you to take back to your cabin. Back to TopDo you provide cake plates and forks?Yes! We have 3 inch cream ceramic plates and cake forks that your wedding cake is served on. Back to TopWho cuts the cake? Does the staff save the cake top for us?We do! We will be happy to save the top for you! Back to TopIs the alcohol based on consumption?No, it's based on what you order. If there is leftover wine, we send it with you. Not so easy to do with leftover beer in kegs, but you pay for the keg, regardless of whether you finish it or not. Back to TopIf we order 2 kegs and need more, is it available? If we order 3 kegs and only use 2, are we charged for it?Maybe, it depends on what the bartender has in stock--a concern you can discuss with him. If you order 3 kegs and only use 2, you may not be charged for the third, if the bartender can use it. If it’s a beer he commonly serves, then he can probably take it back. If it’s not, then you would have to pay for it. Note: We serve beer in plastic 16 oz glasses. Back to TopIs there an open bar where guests can purchase cocktails?Most definitely--at the bar right inside the lodge. Back to TopWhat kind of beer is available? Wine?Almost anything. Back to TopWhat kind of wine glasses are offered?We have about 100 red and 100 white wine glasses. If we run out of glass, we use plastic. Also, we have champagne glasses for parties up to 200 people. Back to TopIs there a bartender or is it self-service? Is the bartender tipped?Yes, there is a bartender. There is a tip jar for those who wish to tip the bartender independently; however, tips are also covered by the 20% you pay with your catering bill. Back to TopAre sodas, juices, coffee, tea, lemonade, etc. available for purchase? What is included? If included, do you guarantee that you won't run out?Iced tea, lemonade, and water are included with the catering. We also have coffee available for self-service after the cake cutting if you request it. Back to Top
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