ECRW Dumas Bay Writers Retreat
Schedule
Sat Aug 03 2024 at 10:00 am to Sun Aug 04 2024 at 04:00 pm
UTC-07:00Location
Dumas Bay Centre | Federal Way, WA
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ECRW Dumas Bay Writers RetreatJoin us this August 3rd and 4th for an ECRW writers retreat! This two day event includes meals, views, wifi, community and private writing space, and all the tea and coffee you can drink.
Dates: 10 am -10 pm Saturday August 3rd and 10am - 4 pm Sunday August 4th, 2024
Additional Friday overnight (Aug 2nd) option available as an add on during registration.
Register here! https://www.emeraldcityromancewriters.org/2024-summer-writers-retreat
Location: Dumas Bay Centre (3200 SW Dash Point Rd • Federal Way, WA 98023)
About the location:
Set on 12 acres, Dumas Bay Centre offers a setting that embraces nature and beauty. Its situated in a spectacular natural setting, on a bluff overlooking Puget Sound with an unimpeded view of the majestic Olympic Mountains, and sustains many types of birds and wildlife.
Pathways meander through areas of tall pines and lush moss. An outdoor sculpture garden contains several wonderful installations, including a carved tree showcasing active wildlife from our region and a large metallic salmon.
This year, the retreat will be on the opposite side of the building in the Eagleview room (2023 retreat was in Heron as a reference).
Registration options: Non-Overnight or Overnight
Either option includes both days, both lunches, and the dinner on Saturday. Overnight registrations include an additional Sunday morning breakfast. Additional Friday overnight option available as an add on during registration includes Saturday morning breakfast (NOTE: Friday night dinner is not provided at the location).
Price:
Option 1: $155 for Non-Overnight
Option 2: $270 for Saturday Overnight
Option 3: $380 for Saturday Overnight + Friday Night Add on
Room information:
Room includes 1 bed, 1 desk, and a private toilet and sink (½ bath). If you need to shower, there is 1 full shower and bathroom on campus, and several semi-private shared shower rooms with closable curtains.
ADA compliant rooms (3 ea) include 1 bed and 1 desk. The ADA compliant bathrooms (2 ea) are located near the ADA rooms and include a shower. Please note, Dumas Bay has suggested that in some cases a non-ADA room may be a better choice for any special needs due to the toilet and sink being located in the room. ADA compliance is for wheelchair use.
You can view what the single bedrooms and ADA bedrooms look like at Dumas Bay Centre's website.
Check-in/out:
Friday and Saturday check-in isn’t until 3pm. Luggage can be stored in cars or, on Saturday if there is room, within the writing retreat conference room.
Sunday check-out is at 11am. Luggage can be stored in cars or if there is room, within the writing retreat conference room.
Parking:
Parking may be limited due to additional events on campus. Carpooling is suggested whenever possible. No additional charges for parking.
Food:
Catering is provided by K Catering.
Small snacks may be brought onsite for any additional individual meal needs. These must be kept in individual rooms or out of site when not being consumed.
All day coffee service for both days: Coffee, Tea, Cider & Hot Chocolate
Saturday breakfast (ADDITIONAL OVERNIGHT ONLY): 7-9 am
Saturday lunch:
East Asian Chicken wrap: Marinated and grilled chicken, red and white cabbage, shredded carrots and house-made Thai mayo wrapped in a flour tortilla.
OR
Chicken Caesar wrap: Tender seasoned chicken, romaine, parmesan, tomato, and classic Caesar dressing wrapped in a flour tortilla.
Saturday dinner:
Beef Bourguignon: Slow-braised beef with red wine, rosemary, carrots, and mushrooms. Served with garlic mashed potatoes and rolls.
Sunday breakfast (OVERNIGHT ONLY): 7-9 am
Sunday lunch:
Chicken Souvlaki: Marinated and grilled chicken skewers served with lemon rice and roasted seasonal vegetables.
NOTE: Once registration has been paid for, no refunds will be available for this event due to contract negotiations with Dumas Bay Centre. However registration can be transferred within the ECRW member community.
Register here! https://www.emeraldcityromancewriters.org/2024-summer-writers-retreat
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Where is it happening?
Dumas Bay Centre, 3200 SW Dash Point Rd, Federal Way, WA 98023-2340, United States,Federal Way, WashingtonEvent Location & Nearby Stays:
