Dean Hefflinger and Grace Michael, along with Les Gabelein and Sharon DeLong, are pleased to announce the engagement of their children Stephen Hefflinger and Cara Gabelein, both of Langley.

The couple plan to marry this fall. Both are lifelong residents of Whidbey Island and spend their time outdoors camping, hiking, rock climbing and kayaking.

Stephen is a professional fisherman in Bristol Bay, Alaska and Puget Sound, while Cara is a FedEx home delivery driver for the South End.

The ceremony will be held in a private location with a reception following in Langley. Both events will be invitation only.

Stephen and Cara would like to thank everyone for the well wishes and are excited to start their life together.