Any ideas for a Tahoe mtb elopement/family issues

[Zen]

Do we seem selfish?

No. They do.
You're a grown woman. Do this with no hesitation. Don't live your life trying not to disappoint your family members. If they love you they'll understand and you can celebrate at a more mutually convenient date.

If you don't do it you'll regret it when you're older.
Believe me.

[GraysonKelly]

I agree with everyone else...you two should do what you want to do. If you're family is making a big deal out of it and you want to, maybe let them help you plan another ceremony or reception for when you get back so that they can celebrate with you. Personally, I'd go with the reception thing.
It sounds like this Tahoe thing is really special to you and Jeff so I think you should go with your plans.
I don't know anything about Tahoe, but maybe ya'll could wait until the end of the trip and then stay somewhere really nice where you could get married. Or if the route you're taking for mtb is accessible via car or ATV maybe you could arrange for a photographer and minister (or whoever you're using) to come out to you. Just some suggestions.
Gray

[Triskeliongirl]

I agree with the posters that said have the wedding you want, and then follow it with a welcome reception when you get back to celebrate with local family and friends that couldn't make it.