The Tluu-cha (marriage) of Haquum-naa-nulth Linda Gomez and Tyee Hi-yuu-wey-eh Ray Seitcher

The beach wedding was held May 10 in Tla-o-qui-aht territory at Esowista, Long Beach near Tofino.

Photos by Debora Steel

The couple traveled by canoe from Opitsahtt to Esowista
Tyee Hi-yuu-wey-eh and Haquum-naa-nulth arrive at Esowista
The men carry the canoe up the beach
Linda arrives on the beach after paddle from Opitsit
A lovely bride
The Seitcher Aunts share a hug
Husband and Wife
A kiss on the beach
Dixie, mother of the groom, the groom Ray and the bride Linda before the ring ceremony
Cody Gus among Linda's family addressing the wedding party
Hi-yuu-wey-eh enjoying the morning
Family members gather to celebrate the Tluu-cha
Linda's son Cole
Auntie Ina Seitcher
A tender moment: Hi-yuu-wey-eh with late father's wife Cathy
Hi-yuu-wey-eh on the beach at Esowista
Exchange of Rings
Ring Ceremony
United

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