Juniper Hill Farm is a special property where Kathleen grew up, and her parents, Bill and Jennifer still reside. It is a 110 acre farm on the edge on Peterborough, ON. While there were once horses, the only remaining farm activity is growing hay.

Saturday and Sunday activities will take place here. Keep in mind that the events will be outdoors, rain or shine. There is uneven and soft ground, so please plan footwear accordingly!

Juniper Hill Farm is a 10-minute drive from downtown Peterborough and the Holiday Inn. Parking is limited, and we encourage guests not to drive on Saturday.

We will arrange for some type of shared transportation between Juniper Hill Farm and the Holiday Inn on Saturday.

For those without wheels, the GO system connects Peterborough and Toronto (train to Oshawa and then a bus). We are also happy to help connect people with space in their car with those who need a ride from Toronto - fill out this spreadsheet!

Peterborough does not have Uber or Lyft, but there is a similar app called Y-Drive. We will arrange for some type of shared transportation between Juniper Hill Farm and the Holiday Inn on Saturday.

Juniper Hill Farm is a 10-minute drive from downtown Peterborough and the Holiday Inn. Parking is limited, and we encourage guests not to drive on Saturday.

Creative cocktail! Use this opportunity to express your unique personal style. Think vintage items, bold choices, and however you feel your dressed-up-best. Worried about upstaging us? Don’t be! Take a big swing!

Please remember that there is soft and uneven ground. We hope the weather will be warm and sunny, but the show will go on rain or shine.

For those travelling from abroad, the typical daytime temperature in the region this time of year is 25° and humid, cooling down to 15°- 20° at night.

Many of our favourite foods! Tacos on Friday evening, Saturday’s dinner will be Tuscan style and mostly vegetarian, and Sunday will be pizzas and smoothies. You’ll have a chance to let us know of any additional dietary restrictions when you RSVP.

For those arriving on Friday, you will have some free time on Saturday morning and early afternoon. Peterborough has a downtown core with shops and coffee shops that is within walking distance from the Holiday Inn.

The Canadian Canoe Museum is worth a visit for those who have never been.

The Art Gallery of Peterborough is a 5 minute walk from the Holiday Inn and admission is free.

Did you know that Peterborough has the tallest liftlock in the world?

We do not need any gifts! We greatly appreciate you taking the time and travelling to celebrate with us. If you are insistent on opening your chequebook, you can make a donation in our name to one of the following registered charities (you will receive a tax receipt):

Donate to Sistering

Sistering is a multi-service agency for at-risk, socially isolated women and gender-diverse people in Toronto who are homeless or precariously housed.

Donate to City Adult Learning Centre Pantry Food Bank

City Adult Learning Centre is the Secondary School where Dekkerd currently works. Serving a variety of adult learners who are experiencing food insecurity, the CALC Pantry Food Bank is an invaluable service to the school community.

To donate, choose “City Adult Learning Centre” for the school and include “CALC Pantry” in the optional message.

We will have two portable saunas on Sunday afternoon: Blue Wagon Sauna and Starboard Sauna. Together they can fit about 15 people at a time, so depending on interest there could be a wait at times. We will have an outdoor shower for quick rinses and ice bucket for plunging!

Bring a bathing suit, towels (large to dry yourself and small to sit on, ideally), sandals and a water bottle if you plan to sauna with us on Sunday.

Invited guests including children were addressed on your Save-the-Date and invitations.

Juniper Hill Farm has uneven ground and events will be spread out between areas of the farm. During the short ceremony there will be some chairs, however most guests will stand. There will be bathrooms available close to the main event that are up a few steps. We ask that guests avoid perfumes and scented products. Feel free to contact us if you have any questions or concerns about accessibility.