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In an ancient tradition, a groom would give his bride a dove as a symbol of his devotion and a promise of his fidelity.
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Symbolic Beauty of a White Dove Release
Tradition
For centuries, white doves have symbolized many things we cherish in a marriage: fidelity, fertility, devotion to family, a longing for home, and hope for the future.
Some folks believe that if you see a dove on your wedding day, a happy home is assured.
A white dove release adds a beautiful touch of symbolism to the biggest ceremony of your life.
A Sensory Pleasure
Our snow-white birds take off with a rush and a whirl of wings. The sights and sounds of a flock of white doves rising and circling overhead will captivate your audience- children and adults alike, creating memories for all to cherish. Neither rice nor butterflies can match the impact that a white dove release creates.
Easy
White Water Doves will offer a customized reading or poem to complement your ceremony. We will supply and decorate any baskets, cages, and tables necessary for your release. We will craft the release to maximize photo opportunities and create a memorable experience.
Packages
Two doves released in a single basket to represent the unity of the bride and groom and the start of their life journey as husband and wife.
Additional doves are released to join the bridal pair circling overhead. This symbolizes the family and friends support for the newlyweds. Choices are grand for this option. Doves can be released by the bridal party, parents, grandparents, children, friends, or simply a large basket filled with a flock of white doves.
A single white dove is released to honor and remember one who is not able to be with you on your special day.
We will work with you to create a package that is specially orchestrated to compliment your wedding day.
Rental Display
A one or two dove display is available for rental. This display is decorated to complement your wedding colors, and is placed on a small stand we provide in the lobby of the church, or at your release site for guests to view.
Rates
- 1-4 birds = $160
- 5-8 birds = $195
- 9-12 birds = $225
Please call White Water Doves if you are interested in a white dove release of more than 12 birds.
Serving Dubuque, IA and surrounding areas
Our birds are available for events up to 50 miles from their loft in Epworth, Iowa. If your event is located more than 50 miles from Epworth, please call to see if we can get birds trained to your area in time for your event.
White dove releases located greater than 30 miles from Epworth necessitate additional road trips for the birds along with additional dangers associated with the extra training. This results in a $1/mile travel fee based on the distance from Epworth, Iowa.