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I am the only secular Humanist Celebrant (Officiant) to offer wedding ceremonies in the Greater Yellowstone region - specifically Jackson Hole and close areas. The weddings and other life events at which I officiate are for the non-religious or those who find their spirituality more aligned with secular humanist values. I am a member of the American Humanist Association and my ordainment as secular clergy comes through an affiliated organization – The Humanist Society. Please see my certificate and letter of appointment from the Humanist Society.

My journey to becoming a humanist clergy, and therefore finding meaning in helping others celebrate occasions, such as weddings, funerals, coming of age, births, is covered in the 75th issue of The Humanist magazine, Jan/Feb 2016. See my article here.

The Jackson Hole News & Guide also wrote an article about me. See the article here.

About Humanist Celebrants: Humanist Society Celebrants are Clergy since the Society was chartered in 1939 as a religious organization, in order to allow its people the ability to perform weddings and other ceremonies. When Certified by the Humanist Society, Humanist Celebrants gained the same legal status in all 50 states that clergy of "traditional faiths" enjoy. Any regulations or stipulations regarding registration as clergy that applies to them also applies to Humanist Celebrants. 

Celebration of Life is central to a meaningful humanist philosophy, and Humanist Celebrants officiate significant celebrations vital to humanist life.

Testimonials

Thanks again for officiating our wedding. It was perfect, from the weather to the ceremony itself. Our families loved it and thought the content and duration was great. Thanks for all of your help through the planning process, and for helping make our wedding day wonderful!
Axel & Eveline, July 27 2024

We couldn’t have asked for better. Hamish’s reassuring guidance, his kind demeanor and his overall presence and charm make him the ideal officiant. Anne and Alex, May 27 2024

Hamish, you really made our day! We are so happy with how everything turned out. If there is anywhere we can sing your praises we would love to do so! Thanks for everything.
Michelle and Omar May 24, 2024

Thank you so much!! We couldn’t have asked for a better officiant. You made our day so beautiful. It was perfect and we are so grateful to have had you.
Stacy and Jeff, Aug 19, 2023

Thank you so much for helping us achieve our dream elopement, so last minute, and helping us
find a beautiful place to do so.
Nick and Christiane, July 26, 2023

Thank you so much Hamish! You are the best. We’re delivering our form this afternoon. Thanks for being a part of our special day! 
Samantha and Nicholas, July 16 2023

I want to thank you for capturing the true essence of marriage. Having been married for 41 years, your words were sincere and moving.  I was raised Catholic and Rick, Southern Baptist, and we chose  to raise our children without the constraints of religious dogma. I think your words truly resonated with Betsy and Jared on a level that they could adhere to and relate to.
Mother of the bride (Betsy and Jared) July 22 2023

The ceremony was beautiful and turned out perfect despite the storm that almost came through. Cecelia and Seth, July 24, 2023.

Thank you so much Hamish! You are the best. Thanks for being a part of our special day! 
Samantha & Nicholas, July 16 2023

Thank you so much! That location was a beautiful view, and everything went great so thank you for the experience! Mariah and Nate, July 11 2023

Thank you for delivering the license and for the wonderful service. The day, and our time in the Jackson area, was just perfect. I would very happily recommend you! Thank you so much.
Kami & Alex, July 7 2023

Thank you very much for everything! We absolutely loved every minute of it and we were 100% satisfied! We appreciate you taking the time to officiate our wedding. And thank you for delivering our signed license. Kayla & Tristan, June 21 2023

It was a pleasure meeting you and we are truly happy it worked out the way it did!  Thank you so much for being a part of our wedding!
Chad & Michelle, June 19, 2023

Thank you so much for officiating our wedding and dropping off the signed document. You exceeded our expectations!  Lindsey and Ryan, June 9, 2023

Thank you Hamish! We were so glad you were able to officiate our ceremony. Everyone thought that you and your ceremony were wonderful! We’ll be happy to write a positive review of your services.
Abbey and Nic, November 19, 2022

Thank you so much for doing that for us and officiating our ceremony. You are great and we were very pleased! Ashley & Jed, September 13 2022

Thank you so much Hamish! It was a wonderful ceremony, and the vows were beautifully written. We appreciate you so much. Hannah & Caenan, September 19 2022

We are so overjoyed - we will think of you for the rest of our lives. You were the perfect person to send us on the greatest journey we will ever go on. We can’t thank you enough! Forever grateful for you.
Shawna & Christopher, September 16 2022

We are finally back from our honeymoon & back to reality :)
Thank you from the bottom of our hearts for an absolutely beautiful wedding ceremony. We have had so many people tell us it was the best ceremony they have witnessed. Your words were beautiful and will forever mean so much to us. If I was any indication, there was hardly a dry eye that afternoon. Thank you again for everything you contributed to our wedding day - we could not have asked for a better experience.
Also, thank you for dropping off the license at the clerk’s office. It was nice to not have to worry about that the following day. We will be leaving a positive review on wedding wire but please let us know if there is anywhere else we should post our review too.
Madeline and Trevor, August 26 2022

Thanks so much, Hamish! It was truly the best day ever and we can't thank you enough for your role in it. You were fantastic to work with throughout. It was perfect! .Sean & Mark, August 27 2022

We could not have asked for a more beautiful ceremony. Hamish officiated our Jackson Hole wedding ceremony and every piece of it was touching. You can tell how much thought & care was put into the reading. We were able to add in personal vows too which was great. We had so many guests say it was the best ceremony they have witnessed and we could not agree more. Hamish was always quick to respond and a joy to work with.
Madeline & Trevor Aug 26 2022

Thank you for how easy you’ve made everything. We were both so confused about what to do for vows at the beginning of this planning no. Your well-worded vows and addresses matched us perfectly. Shawna & Christopher, Sept 16 2022

We can’t thank you enough for helping to have such a perfect little ceremony!! Hannah & Michael Aug 20 2022

You were fantastic! We loved how you already had drafts of the different components of the wedding ceremony that we could choose from. The ceremony was non-secular and focused on the meaning and the beauty of marriage. I printed off a copy of the ceremony so we can revisit it on anniversaries. You added in a personal touch when we requested it. You were prompt, friendly, and spoke clearly for the ceremony. It was also appreciated how you dropped off the signed license to the county clerk for us, since we were coming from Missouri on a holiday weekend. Katie and Ryan, July 3 2022

Thank you so much. It was better than we could have imagined. We were very pleased with your services and thought the ceremony went beautifully. Cali and Sean, July 17 2022

Thank you very much Hamish! We are thrilled with the way everything turned out, and we appreciate everything you've done!
Laura and Tori, July 24 2022

Thank you so much for officiating our wedding! It was perfect. Kayla & Jordan, July 30 2022

We can't thank you enough for being a part of our special day. The ceremony flowed perfectly and we are greatly appreciative for everything that you did.
Laurie and Wesley, June 11 2022

You were Great! Thanks again. It was just what we were hoping for! Diana & Jeff January 25 2022

Thank you for being a huge part of our special day. We feel lucky to have met you along our journey and appreciate all you have done. Your calm approach and open-minded planning helped us vreate an unforgettable wedding ceremony.
Camille and Tim, October 9, 2021

You were fantastic!! I couldn’t ask for a better ceremony! Thank you for everything, you were truly great. Allison & Ian, September 27, 2021

We appreciate you enduring the cold with us. Your services were exactly what we wanted and we couldn’t be happier.
Danielle and Brad, September 16 2021

Thanks Hamish - Everything was perfect!
Lidija and Gary, August 10, 2021

Hamish was the ideal celebrant for our vow renewal in GTNP. He was helpful, prompt, and responsive. Hamish put everyone at ease and had excellent suggestions. Our vow renewal was so much better than our original wedding and I would not hesitate to recommend Hamish as a celebrant for other couples.
Jill and Mark (Vow Renewal) July 2, 2020

Hamish provided thorough and professional officiant services for our July 2021 wedding in Jackson. He was extremely helpful in the selection of the wedding ceremony time and location. Hamish provided an extensive "menu" of options for vows and ceremonial language and was agreeable to how we blended them together to meet our needs. He arrived early, communicated well throughout the whole process - which took over a year because of the pandemic! - and we couldn't have done it without his guidance. His calm demeanor was a perfect fit for our special day. Ivy and Eric, July 18 2021

Hamish was the ideal celebrant for our vow renewal in GTNP. He was helpful, prompt, and responsive. Hamish put everyone at ease and had excellent suggestions. Our vow renewal was so much better than our original wedding and I would not hesitate to recommend Hamish as a celebrant for other couples. Jill and Mark, July 2 2021

Hamish was very prompt and helpful with all our needs during our elopement. He was very accommodating to our choice of location within GTNP and helped us to make sure our ceremony was perfect! Highly recommend him to anyone who needs an officiant in and around Jackson!
Brianna and Curtis June 21, 2021

Thank you so much being part of our day! Your warm and supportive presence was exactly what we were hoping for in an officiant. From your early communication regarding logistics, to providing us with help to customize our ceremony and write our own vows, you were wonderful to work with! Our day was absolutely a dream! Thank you also for recording our ceremony. Our family and friends were thrilled to be able to watch.
Amanda and Dave, June 23 2021

Thank you so much for the lovely ceremony yesterday, and for dropping off the documents! You did wonderfully- it was everything we hoped for!
Tonya and Andrew, December 23 2020

Dear Hamish and Rochelle, From the bottom of our hearts - thank you!!!! Words cannot express our gratitude for your love and support on this most perfect day of our lives. You will forever live in our hearts.
Mike and Yazzie, December 11, 2020

Hamish was fantastic! The vows written expressed perfectly what we felt. We found him from a listing provided to us on-line via the justice of the peace. They responded quickly, and were flexible in when and where to meet. We got an appointment within a couple of hours :)
Ismael and Karen, November 10, 2020

Hamish was kind, professional, and helped to make our big day special.
John and Alex, October 18, 2020

Mr. Tear and his wife were such a pleasure to work with to facilitate our wedding ceremony at Grand Teton National Park. From the first moment contacting them, they were attentive and quick to answer any questions we may have had. I enjoyed the philosophy of his Humanistic approach, especially since it was just going to be my wife and I at the ceremony. It made for a very fulfilling, emotional, and heartwarming ceremony. 

The day of, his wife and he were there early and were super accommodating with showing us where to go, documents to sign, and even grabbing a group of people at Schwabacher’s Landing to help witness. Everything went off without a hitch and they made everything as seamless as could be. We are forever grateful to them both and would recommend their services to anyone considering getting married in the beautiful landscapes of Wyoming.
Kimberly and Adam, October 3, 2020

Great Service! Hamish was kind, professional, and helped to make our big day special.
Alex and john, October 11, 2020

We eloped in Grand Teton, Hamish was wonderful, professional, helpful in the planning of our vows, and quick to respond. Would highly recommend!
Robert and Anna, October 15 2020

Hamish was nothing short of amazing. Kind, well-organized, quick to respond, and not on time- but EARLY. We were so glad to find a secular officiant to do a non-religious ceremony, while still preserving the sanctity and gravity of the ceremony. Hamish is a wonderful speaker with a {surprise!} formal Scottish accent. His written ceremony templates were well thought out and he took the time to get to know us as a couple and alter the ceremony to better fit us. All through email! In the end, he perfectly captured how we both felt. I wish we had been able to spend time with him after our ceremony to get to know him more as he was so friendly and very kind, but he had 3 more weddings that same day, which is understandable (I tell ya, this is the man you want to do your ceremony!).

Hamish is a wonderful value and if you are considering an officiant for your secular ceremony I can’t recommend him enough. He just looks like he belongs there, blending in seamlessly with the beauty of the Tetons and Yellowstone. He is also quick to take care of all the required formalities and ensured our vows meet requirements. He guided us through the entire ceremony process and filed our wedding certificate that same morning.

We are so glad to have had the chance to share the day with Hamish.
Kyla and Ben, September 3 2020

To anyone looking for a wedding Officiant, look no further. Hamish was so easy to work with and knew how to answer all of our questions prior to arriving for our destination wedding. He was kind, knowledgeable about locations, and respectful about us having a non- traditional wedding. If we could do it all over again, we wouldn't change a thing.  Sam and Catie, August 28 2020

Hamish went above and beyond my expectations! I was absolutely thrilled with how our service had turned out. During the very unorganized 2 weeks that I had before the wedding; Hamish was prompt to respond, profesional, and straight to the point! He has quite the selection of pre written intros, vows, and other typical structural examples you can pick and choose from. It was immensely helpful to have options and be able to select a fitting service promptly. Hamish was not given much time to prepare and preformed flawlessly. I would recommend Hamish to anyone looking for an officiant in Jackson Hole!
Sara and Juan, September 19, 2020

Hamish was our officiant for our September 2020 destination wedding. He communicated with us promptly, was knowledgeable about the area, and had lots of options for ceremonies/vows. When it came to the wedding day he was professional, and even delivered our license to the county clerk, which gave us one less thing to worry about! He lives up to his great reviews, so book him if you are looking to have a wedding in the area!
Emma Lee and Reed, Sept 18 2020

Hamish was an absolute pleasure to work with! He was kind, professional, and helpful in every way. He took time to answer all of our questions, help us decide on the perfect location, and guide us through designing a customized ceremony that reflected who we are as a couple. He was flexible and helpful on the day of the wedding (we had some unfortunate delays), and made us feel that he was genuinely happy and excited to be a part of it all. He delivered the ceremony beautifully; every word was genuine and heartfelt and made just about everyone in attendance shed a tear! It is a day we will look on fondly for the rest of our lives and we couldn't have done it without him. We are eternally grateful we chose Hamish as our officiant and would recommend him to anyone looking for an officiant in Jackson Hole.
Reed and Kennedy, August 30, 2020

Hamish was very easy to work with, provided all the details for us and made things easy. We are from out of town, so having someone local to help with the terrain/process was greatly appreciated. He was flexible and made our special day perfect. Also, his ceremony and words were beautiful. We could not be happier and so glad he was our officiant, his accent is pretty awesome too ;).
Tiffany and Sean, September 12, 2020

Like so many other couples, our wedding plans were upended by COVID-19 and we feared the day may not turn out quite as we had once imagined. But the poignant and heartfelt service performed by Hamish made our wedding feel as spectacular and special as we could have dreamed of. His ceremony, delivered from the heart, joined us together for life and we are eternally grateful. Emma and Will, August 8, 2020

Hamish was incredibly professional, kind, and easy to work with. He had great recommendations for both the ceremony location and content. He made everything as stress free as possible and was able to handle everything he could so we did not have to worry. Everything went smoothly the day of and we had zero issues. Definitely recommend! Connor and Mary, July 7, 2020

We were absolutely pleased with the location, ceremony and professionalism provided and would recommend his services to anyone looking for an elopement wedding such as ours. Hamish was very accommodating to our needs and short notice changes! We could not have asked for a better ceremony other than the Lear jet flying over our video recorded nuptials . Vaughn & Elizabeth, July 2, 2020

We had a short little wedding at Schwabacher's Landing with the most amazing views of The Grand Tetons. Our kids were our only guests and only one being of age so Hamish had his wife present so we were able to have our 2 witnesses. Both Hamish and his wife, Rochelle, were so great!!! Thank you again :) Jessica and Eric, July 24 2020

Amazing!!!

We are from Florida and did a small destination wedding in the Grand Tetons. Hamish was the perfect choice to Officiate our wedding! He helped us with ease through the steps we would need to take for getting our permit, license and vows in order along with helping us choose the perfect spot! We ran into some issues when the Covid pandemic hit, and he didn't miss a beat to come up with secondary plans if they were needed. Thank you so much Hamish for making sure my day was perfect ❤  Rachulle and Jeff, June 27 2020

We were well into the process of wedding arrangements, but when it came to the ceremony, he let us know that he didn’t officiate weddings with any religious content. He was so polite about it that we just decided to cut all religious reference and I don’t think we could have had a better wedding. Thank you Hamish. Isabel and Martin, May 24 2020

Hamish came to our rescue! We decided to get married with almost no notice and he was delighted to help. Not only did he officiate with grace and charm, he literally made it happen for us by putting together all the pieces. We thoroughly recommend him to any couple considering marriage. Ingrid and Mary, May 3 2020

Thanks again for today. Most embarrassing on the rings, which is why a best man is always handy. I found the rings, by the way. I always heard there is a glitch in best made wedding plans. Your part was perfect, however. Tom and Kara, Feb. 14, 2020

Hamish was the perfect officiant for us. He officiated at our wedding in the Tetons this August and was absolutely wonderful. We loved working with Hamish in advance, exchanging via email (we're on the east coast) ideas and inspirations for our Wyoming wedding. Hamish was attentive, thoughtful, and highly organized, which goes a long way towards reducing stress. He's a very nice person, and he cuts an impressive figure to boot. He looks like a young John Muir, another Scottish transplant with a love of the American West. We could not have been more delighted!
Diana and James, August 17, 2019

We had a wonderful experience with Hamish. The ceremony was exactly what we wanted it to be. The surroundings that Hamish helped pick out were absolutely beautiful.
Keeley and Russell, August 3, 2019

Hamish made our day so special. Our wedding was everything we wanted it to be and more. Best decision we made was choosing Hamish as our officiant under the Tetons in Wyoming. Hamish answered all our questions promptly and was professional and sincere. The place we chose in Grand Teton National Park was new to Hamish, and yet he was more than willing to hike in to our special place to make our day the best ever. I would recommend Hamish to anyone looking for that special officiant who will deliver a beautiful service in a beautiful place.
Tamara and James, July 10 2019

We were in Hamish’s capable hands the whole way. He helped us with advice on wedding ceremonies and suggested the perfect venue for our wedding. He is sincere, yet easy-going with a comfortable manner that is welcome in a time of stress (for us). We thoroughly recommend his services. Helen and Dirk. July 3 2019

Hamish was professional, polite, accommodating, and his delivery of the ceremony itself was just wonderful. Kate and Michael, July 2, 2019

We couldn’t have done better than choosing Hamish as our wedding officiant. Every step of the way, he exceeded our expectations. Tammy and Jim, July 9 2019

Would absolutely recommend Hamish to anyone in search of an officiant in the area. Great experience!
James and Shirley, June 21, 2019

Both Rob and I enjoyed our wedding with you as the officiant very much and couldn't have imagined a better experience. We truly believe that goodness attracts goodness and having those two young women not only as witness but who recorded the wedding both in photos and videos was icing on the cake so to speak. We too include finding you as our officiant a part of that goodness. Jim and Rob, June 21 2019

Hamish was a great choice for our small wedding at Schwabacher's Landing. He arrived on time, was kind to our family, and delivered the ceremony in such a professional way. We were very pleased.
Christine and Christopher June 22 2019

Thank you for such a pleasant experience.  We had such a wonderful ceremony  and you had reccomended the perfect location.   As a somewhat last minute decision we are so thankful that you were able to help us.
Samantha & Nathan June 7 2019

Thank you so much for officiating our wedding. You were outstanding! Throughout the whole process you were so kind and professional, and you made the planning easy for us. We loved your location and photographer recommendations and are so happy to have chosen you to be our wedding officiant. Erin and Matt, September 14 2018

We are extremely happy with married life and with your services! I was extremely nervous doing everything sight unseen but we were so happy with ceremony and with the location you suggested. You truly made it easy and memorable. Penny and Jerry, August 8, 2018

Hamish was delightful and easy to work with while we coordinated our Grand Teton elopement from afar. His kindness, sincerity, and professionalism made him a great fit when we were both terribly nervous the day of our ceremony. He was also quite the problem solver when something didn't go exactly as planned. We are very satisfied with our experience and highly recommend his services. Patrick and Catherine, August 16, 2018

Thank you for your kind and thoughtful words at our ceremony. You made it so memorable for us on our special day. We especially liked your calm demeanor, gentle voice and sincere mannerism. We appreciated the sincerity from which you proceeded in all of our interactions, from the first phone call to the final ceremony. Thanks again for being a part of our lives in this special event!  
Brad and Evelyn, July 3 2018

I’m Glad we came across Hamish for Our wedding/ elopement. What a valuable service he provides for those who need Him. Offering a simple and elegant service, uncomplicated in a complicated world. He is the most pleasant and nicest person you will come across. In our case a simple elopement in the most beautiful setting on earth. The Grand Tetons, at an honest fair rate that represents the common man. Thank you so much Hamish, Rochelle and Rose  (whom Hamish provided as witnesses)…a pleasure to meet you.   Robert and Miriam May 15 2018

Choosing Hamish as our officiant was one of the best choices we could have made for our intimate elopement in Wyoming. He was extremely helpful in deciding on a location to host our ceremony in Grand Teton National Park, he was knowledgeable regarding the area and permit requirements, and he was prompt in answering any and all of our questions - no matter how big or small. We are so grateful that we were able to share our wedding day with him, as he was incredibly thoughtful, courteous and always professional. Thank you, from the bottom of our hearts!  
Jazmine and Joshua, May 8, 2018

Thank You so much for a wonderful ceremony! We could not have picked a better officiant for our beliefs and wedding ceremony vows. We wanted a non religious but absolutely spiritual event and  you did exactly that. Thank you for coming to the location and enduring the excruciating cold! We will remember the day forever.
Cristina & Attila February 22, 2018

Thank you so much for closing the loop and for being such a lovely part of our ceremony. You were exactly what we hoped for in your tone and delivery. It was such a pleasure to work with you.
John and Liz, September 23, 2017

Just a brief word of heart-felt gratitude to you. We are so grateful to have been lucky enough to have you share in our marriage and wonderful memories. It truly was a pleasure meeting you, and even better, to know you remain a part of this very special day in our lives. With much appreciation, respect, and love,  Julie and Harlan, September 7, 2017

Hamish was very helpful in our elopement ceremony. This was a destination wedding for us so we were not 100% of area and requirements. Hamish was able to help us with all of the various pieces. He was very accommodating and responsive. Our actual ceremony was delightful and we could not have been happier. We felt special and not like "just another couple" which I think is a gift. We ultimately felt like we were interacting with a friend.  Ann and Trent, October 27, 2017

Hamish was a phenomenal officiant for our wedding ceremony in Jackson Wyoming last December. My only regret is in taking so long to actually review his services. He made himself available on extremely short notice, two days after Christmas! We had a very small elopement ceremony in the snow by the creek, and it was just perfect. We can highly and enthusiastically recommend Hamish for anyone interested and concerned.  Will & Zoryana Hoyman 12/27/16

Thank you so much for closing the loop and for being such a lovely part of our ceremony. You were exactly what we hoped for in your tone and delivery. It was such a pleasure to work with you. So sorry that we left the balance hanging (we'd actually forgotten about it!) but we will drop a check in the mail first thing tomorrow when we're home unless you'd prefer an electronic or otherwise way of paying.  Liz and John, Sept 22, 2017

Thank you for all you did for us! We all agreed that the ceremony couldn't have been more perfect in any way. It was exactly as we had imagined it and hoped that it would be. That's in no small part because of you and the excellent ceremony you helped us create. We truly appreciate it and would highly recommend working with you. You did everything you said that you would do, when you said that you would. We couldn't have asked for more.  Teresa and Joe, September 12, 2017

Thanks again for your flexibility with everything on our wedding day! We really appreciate you going above and beyond to assist us in finding the perfect location, and ensuring that everything went smoothly on the day of the event. It was a pleasure having you as our officiant, and the ceremony was exactly what we envisioned. We would highly recommend you to others searching in the Jackson area.  Brian and Julie. September, 2017

We've decided not to get married after all, so it looks like we won’t be needing your services. I wrote to several people and had a number of nice responses, but yours was by the far the most comprehensive, thorough and helpful – thank you so much, it was much appreciated. Phil and Doug, September 2017

 We really enjoyed your laid-back, calm attitude in such a stressful day. Your patience and kindness was very refreshing and we enjoyed your positive energy. Thank you for making our day very special and helping us feel relaxed. You did an amazing job and I would recommend you to anyone getting married in WY.  Angelina and James August 7, 2017

Our wedding day was the most beautiful we could have hoped for, and Hamish's guidance in everything from location to logistics to our wedding vows was most valuable. He spoke well and clearly during our ceremony - coaching a little when we needed it - and even providing a handkerchief for me to wipe my tears of joy. I thoroughly recommend Hamish for your wedding. Anthony and Mary, August 30, 2017

Hamish's manner throught had a calming influence on our very nervous selves. His help from first contact was most reassuring and his delivery during the ceremony was confident and charming, and his slight Scottish accent helped that along.  Emily and Alex, August 19, 2017

Thank you again for making our wedding a once-in-a-lifetime event like no other and for being a part of it.  Kristina and Martin (Czech Republic), August 22 2017

Hamish set the landscape for a wonderful wedding for us...literally and figuratively.  His understanding of the marriage license process saved us time the day of, his recommendation for location overlooking the Teton Mountain Range was stunning, and simply put, there was no stress making the day that much more special!  Thanks Hamish.  Bill and Michele, July 5 2017

We can't thank you enough for officiating our marriage, and for being so flexible around our plans - you really helped us to make this happen.  Jennifer and Huw, August 23, 2017

Hamish was a great officiant for our wedding. He responded quickly to communication over email and phone calls to help us plan. I appreciated his willingness to be accommodating to wedding location and time. We had a morning wedding and he showed up early and dressed professionally. Hamish helped to provide options on the vows and details of the ceremony which was perfect; he also helped to finalize the paperwork with the town offices. I would strongly recommend him for as an officiant for a wedding. 'M' and 'T'  August 18, 2017

Hamish was excellent in every way. His clear delivery, his eye contact, his confidence, enthusiasm for us, and easy manner were all just perfect. Angie and Jim, August 7, 2017

Thanks again for your flexibility with everything on our wedding day! We really appreciate you going above and beyond to assist us in finding the perfect location, and ensuring that everything went smoothly on the day of the event. It was a pleasure having you as our officiant, and the ceremony was exactly what we envisioned. We would highly recommend you to others searching in the Jackson area. Brian and Julie, July 29 2017

Hamish was very organized and guided us through the process. He was pleasant, relaxed and friendly, making us feel quite comfortable. We had planned to write our own vows, but his sample vows were just right, so we chose one of those. He allowed us the freedom of incorporating something a little different into the ceremony We were pleased we chose Hamish to be our officiant.                     Cindy and Doug, July 17, 2017

My wife and I opted for a casual elopement during a recent trip to Yellowstone/Grand Teton area.  After reading some testimonials and checking out Hamish's  site, we decided that he was the best fit for what we were looking for.  Hamish made the experience quite simple and streamlined due to our being from out of state.  He made sure to keep us apprised of the things we would need to have with us prior to our trip so we could make certain to bring them or allot the time to acquire them (marriage license).  He was always quick to respond to any correspondence, which was quite nice since we would think of things at the most random of times.  Once we got to the actual ceremony, he was kind enough to provide us with the necessary two witnesses.  He also was able to keep the ceremony short, sweet, and casual.  He offered suggestions for where to conduct it, since neither of us had any familiarity with the area. We were both very grateful for everything that Hamish did for us on and leading up to our special day.                     Ryan and Brittany, July, 2017

My fiance and I hired Hamish for our end of June wedding at Schwabacher's Landing in Jackson, WY. We were looking for a simple non religious ceremony and Hamish was the perfect match. He was polite and responsive to any questions we had before the wedding and worked with us to customize the wedding ceremony to our needs. I would recommend Hamish to anyone in need of an officiant for their wedding.                                Adam and Sommer,  June,  2017

Hamish recently performed our wedding ceremony in Grand Teton National Park. From suggesting the location to providing guidance on proper procedure for obtaining a license, Hamish was more than just our officiant. He helped create the ceremony that we envisioned from the outset.  He was responsive, personable and professional. Our ceremony was very intimate and personal, and Hamish will always be a part of that treasured memory for the rest of our lives.     Zach and Katie,   June, 2017

Thank you so much for all your help with putting together our day, it was absolutely perfect and simple and your blessing will stay with us forever. We are glad we had someone who appreciates and loves the outdoors as much as we do. 
 You were very helpful, welcoming and loving and we felt like we've known you for longer than we have. Thanks again for putting together a lovely ceremony and making us feel very special!       Maisie and Ethan, June, 2017

Hamish was very knowledgeable in guiding us through the marriage process and ensuring that we were ready for our special day. The weather was not working in our favor on our wedding day and thankfully he was able to be flexible with his time. Thank you Hamish!  Carie and John,  May 2017

We are so happy to have chosen Hamish as the officiant for our wedding. He made sure we were prepared and knew what we needed to do prior and during the ceremony. He was very attentive to the details which make a huge difference to the smooth running of the ceremony. He was always available to answer our questions and help with the most important words we would ever say to each other. He arrived on time, was friendly to our guests and presented really well. We definitely recommend Hamish.  Victoria and Tony, March 2017

The wedding was perfect - the whole family loved Hamish's careful delivery and he was so helpful during the whole planning process. He let us know this would be his first same-sex marriage, but that didn't phase him at all. Hamish was very affordable and quick to respond with any questions or needs. Natalie and Deidre, February 2017

We gave Hamish three day's notice and he was immediately available and attending to our wedding officiant needs. He gave us advice about vows, getting married in Teton County and persuaded us to bring rings, where we had thought them unnecessary. We're so glad he talked about that - and we're so glad we used Hamish to officiate at our wedding. Chelsea and Cassidy, January 2017

Thank you for such a beautiful ceremony.  Erin and Mark, December 2016

Leading up to our wedding, Hamish helped us arrange our ceremony, declarations of love, and coached us through writing our own wedding vows. He was such a wonderful resource for guiding us through this process.  When we arrived at Hamish's office on our wedding day, we embraced him as though we'd known him forever, even though it was our first meeting.. Our wedding ceremony was intimate, giggly, fun and so special. I appreciate so much that Hamish provided a space for us to be ourselves, to not take things so seriously, and yet still honoring our marriage as very sacred. I am so grateful that Hamish will forever be part of this blissful memory."  
Chelsea and Jeremy, December, 2016

"My husband and I just returned from the most spectacularly romantic and fun elopement wedding in Jackson Hole, Wyoming. - and we owe so much oof our experience to Hamish Tear. I reached out to Hamish for the first time to inquire about his services back in March, well ahead of our proposed December wedding. Not only was hamish quick to respond, but he was also very curious to learn more about us, our story, our vision for our ceremony and the style of wedding we wanted. He was most accommodating to our desires, and gave us all the instructions we needed to file for our marriage license. When I told Hamish that we were eloping without witnesses, he arranged for his wife and a friend to witness the ceremony for us.

"Thank you so much for officiating our spontaneous little wedding. I think everything was quite beautiful."  Will and Zoryana, December 2016

"Thank you for your help. It was great and my family also thought you were great, and very funny."  "Very thoughtful and communicates throughout. Did all of my wishes and addressed an interfaith wedding beautifully as we asked. Very fast on filing the certificate so we could pick it up the next day. Great guy!"
Brent and Stacey,  December 2016

"We really enjoyed Hamish's officiating services. My husband and I eloped and planned a small wedding in just three days! Hamish was attentive and helpful from the very first phone call until we said "I Do". We loved his quick, intimate and personal ceremony. With Hamish, you have the option of writing your own vows or choosing from several formats, which he edits to fit whatever is best for you and your honey! Thanks Hamish - it was perfect."  Tara and Eric, October 2016

"My partner and I had a small outdoor elopement, and we were so pleased with the responsive service and the beautiful ceremony that Hamish Tear provided. We were in good hands."            Lisa and Stacy. October 2016

I have had the opportunity to work with Hamish as he officiated weddings I was hired to photograph. We've worked together on several occasions. I was very impressed by Hamish’s professional dress and ease of conduct during the ceremony. He is detailed in the planning and officiating of the ceremony, as well as the paperwork that accompanies a marriage. The ceremonies are secular/non-religious and have a very natural flow to them. The elopements I’ve witnessed him perform are earthy, authentic, genuine, and intimate. 
I highly, and happily, recommend Hamish to all my inquiries as my officiant of choice to work with. You will be pleased with your experience with Hamish as your officiant."          Janelle Andersen, Wedding Photographer, August 2016"Thank you so very much for your kindness, advice and flexible, speedy responses. You made the process so simple and our big day so wonderful."
Melissa and Randy, August 2016

"Once more, thank you so much for all you have done! We appreciate your efforts, thoroughness and thoughtful actions." 
Jordan and Mary Grace, August 2016

"Thank you again. The Ceremony was perfect and the trip unforgettable. It was a beautiful day and you made it great!"    Justyn and Justyn.  August 2016

"We found Yellowstone Secular Services through an online search and were happy to see that Hamish was also on the list of officiants given out by the Teton County Clerks office. Choosing Hamish for our elopement ceremony was a no-brainer after he replied to our inquiry- he was pleasant, accommodating, and genuine, when some of the other officiants we contacted seemed to not want to be bothered. We live on the east coast and were so thankful for the extra care we received in the wedding planning process. Hamish scouted several possible ceremony locations and made suggestions. He even recommended our photographer, who was also a perfect fit for us. When our wedding day came, everything went so smoothly. It couldn't have been easier. Hamish was early and just so kind and welcoming and easy to be around. Our morning ceremony was short, sweet, and in one of the most beautiful spots in the country- exactly what we wanted. We felt like we were being truly taken care of- that we weren't just another client in a busy week. All of this was accomplished with only six weeks of planning."  Erin and Joshua, July 2016

"Hamish was the perfect officiant for our wedding. He was a relaxed and fun person to have around, and at the same time, he was very detail oriented and made sure all the arrangements went smoothly. Very professional! He helped up find the perfect setting, along the river with the snow-capped Tetons soaring behind us. Before the wedding I was unsure as to how to plan a ceremony from scratch and Hamish provided us with many ideas and options. He was very responsive by email, phone, and in person to our questions. I can't recommend him highly enough! Thank you Hamish!"   Susan and Mauricio, July 2016

"We eloped in Jackson, WY in May 2016. From the moment we contacted Hamish, he was extremely helpful in providing us with information and ideas for our special day and he was always prompt in responding to our queries. When it came to the actual day Hamish's friendly and professional approach made us both feel comfortable and relaxed. He did everything he could to make our day just as we had hoped. We are so pleased Hamish was part of our day and we would highly recommend him! Thank you Hamish!"  Sylvie and Brett, May 25 2016

"The weekend couldn't have turned out any better! Thank you so much for facilitating this wonderful moment for us; our families loved it."
Wedding of Bert and Lorrie at the Gondola Deck.   April 1, 2016

"All of your pre-wedding day help made organizing the whole thing so much easier. The ceremony was just as we wanted and we will always have fond memories of you being part of our day."  Lihi and Charles    March 25, 2016

Hamish was genuinely pleased to help us on our journey towards marriage. He was kind, open-minded, and invested in customizing a ceremony to our liking. We especialy appreciated his availability on such short notice. He was committed to helping us with the unique nature of our wedding. Anonymous eloping couple, February 26, 2016