01-03-2018, 10:52 PM
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#81
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Join Date: Mar 2015
Location: Pickle Jar Lake
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He didn't say he was going to get wasted first.
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01-03-2018, 11:02 PM
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#82
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Sorry. I just assumed. My bad.
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01-04-2018, 01:32 AM
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#83
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There's so many good places around Banff/Lake Louise and Kananaskis that you shouldn't feel like you need to rush it. Propose when the time feels right. If your desired location isn't working out, there's probably another great location 5-10 minutes away. I was successful in surprising my wife at Lake Louise a few summers ago, but it sure wasn't easy finding a spot that was quiet and uncrowded. IMO, plan a few activities and have an idea which activities may have opportunities for you to strike. That way you can be relatively relaxed and may be more successful in surprising her. Seriously, most ladies are pretty dang good at guessing when they will be proposed to.
If you do the Gondola idea, why not consider hitting up the hot springs nearby first and migrate towards the Gondola? It's a decent way to relax yourself before dropping the question and it's a nice natural transition to the main stage.
Random: renting the historical swimsuits at the springs is always great for a laugh.
In regards to a successful surprise, be in the moment. If you always seem like you're looking around the corner/distracted, you might give away your intentions. Think of it like playing a prank, without the mean part. It'll work best if you catch her off guard at the right time. IMO faking a proposal to try and throw her off the trail is not recommended.
Bags are great for hiding a ring box and avoid things like body contact detection, but could be a give away. Though, with this weather, I think it might be an easier sell to wander around with a small bag filled with extra clothing etc.
Good luck. Don't forget to enjoy the process. 
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01-04-2018, 07:34 AM
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#84
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What about this...
https://howlingdogtours.com/our-tours
A lot has to go right and depending on her personality...but it would be super memorable. I'm sure they have a lead dog that has delivered a ring or two. They get a lot of raw fish in their diets so they kind of smell like seals though.
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01-04-2018, 07:56 AM
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#85
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every once and a while I see the title of this thread as "Proposing in the Buff"
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01-04-2018, 08:46 AM
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#86
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Quote:
Originally Posted by Sliver
I think it cheapens the proposal to have a photographer there. Let this happen between you guys - it's unnecessary to have somebody hiding around the corner with a telephoto lens and pretty tacky, IMO. It can't help but take some of the authenticity out of the moment - you'll be aware of the camera and it would only make sense to position yourself at a good angle for the photographer, and to try to look cool/suave/romantic/whatever. Who wants to be thinking of crap like that while proposing?
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To each there own, I had my sister know the place and time but I had no idea where she was when it all went down, if that's your opinion on "cheapening" the moment then so be it, but I wholeheartedly disagree and I know my parents and in-laws both loved that they could partake in the photos.
I can tell you when you're proposing that nothing else matters, doesn't matter what you have planned when the moment hits all you focus is on is your then GF and yourself. There were a few people around when I got on one knee but I only noticed when looking at the photos, in the moment I had no idea.
Similar to exchanging wedding vows, you've got 100+ people watching, does it matter what they are thinking? Did it take away from that moment that they were present? I know for me at that point it felt like there was nobody around at all, nor did I care what anyone thought because it was my moment.
Again, this is my opinion based on my experience so you're free to disagree. But I would do it the same way 10/10 times.
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01-23-2018, 01:39 PM
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#87
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Thank you everyone. This was perfect, and I owe all of you a gigantic 'thank you!!!' for all of your suggestions and offers.
When I got here, I feel in love with everything around.
She said yes!!! 
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01-23-2018, 01:39 PM
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#88
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Nice bro.
Next step: Move here.
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01-23-2018, 01:43 PM
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#89
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Congratulations!
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01-23-2018, 01:44 PM
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#90
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Quote:
Originally Posted by Split98
She said yes!!!
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Man....if she hadnt could you imagine that plane ride home? Pretty grim...
Congrats!
Nice beard by the way. Is she marrying you or the beard? You'd best be sure....
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01-23-2018, 01:49 PM
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#91
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she said yes, that seems really great, especially if the question involved a hot tub, and a couple of her friends
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01-23-2018, 01:51 PM
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#92
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Quote:
Originally Posted by CroFlames
Nice bro.
Next step: Move here.
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You have no idea...
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01-23-2018, 01:53 PM
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#93
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Quote:
Originally Posted by Locke
Man....if she hadnt could you imagine that plane ride home? Pretty grim...
Congrats!
Nice beard by the way. Is she marrying you or the beard? You'd best be sure....
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Thank you! We have a hours and dogs... it'd have been a real weird month!
Honestly, I think it's the beard. I trimmed it back and she seemed pretty bummed...
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01-23-2018, 01:54 PM
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#94
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Quote:
Originally Posted by Split98
Thank you! We have a hours and dogs... it'd have been a real weird month!
Honestly, I think it's the beard. I trimmed it back and she seemed pretty bummed...
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The ladies say they dont love the beard.....but they love the beard.
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01-23-2018, 02:17 PM
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Quote:
Originally Posted by OMG!WTF!
What about this...
https://howlingdogtours.com/our-tours
A lot has to go right and depending on her personality...but it would be super memorable. I'm sure they have a lead dog that has delivered a ring or two. They get a lot of raw fish in their diets so they kind of smell like seals though. |
Hey I did this a few years ago and it was awesome.
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01-23-2018, 03:48 PM
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#96
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Congrats!
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01-23-2018, 07:20 PM
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Awww Congrats!! Very sweet photo of the moment as well.
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01-23-2018, 10:05 PM
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Congratulations! All teared up over here 
May you have a long and happy future together!
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01-23-2018, 10:41 PM
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#99
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Thank you everyone!
Jacked we get to celebrate in this awesome city! Good ol' tilt with LA tomorrow - and hopefully the Flames help us carry on celebrating!
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01-24-2018, 08:21 AM
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#100
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Great news! Congratulations. Glad it worked out
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