Hello, everyone!
Can you believe it -- our retreat is just a few days away! I'm sending out a few reminders and details as we prepare for our big weekend Friday, October 25 (9 am) - Sunday, October 27, 2019 (10 pm)!
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What to Pack?: Visit our blog and make sure you look on the right -- there is a suggested packing list. Remember to dress for comfort and all kinds of weather -- it is Fall in the Puget Sound!
Retreat theme is Camping: Think flannel shirts and s'mores with your BFFs! I cannot wait to see what our Hospitality Committee has cooked up this year!
Cleaning out your craft room?: Going through supplies and realize you have too much or haven't used something for years? Make sure you bring it all to the retreat for our Garage Sale and Free tables. Someone else's unused item(s) is someone else's treasure!
Drawings and Raffles -- Oh, My!: Don't forget your items to enter into the Bumpy Basket drawings (new raised embellishments are your entry for a chance to win a bag full of embellishments) There are also several cash drawings -- so bring your cash for a chance of a big pile of cash!
Swaps and Exchanges: There have been blog posts to register for a card swap and a ribbon exchange. There may still be room for both if you are interested. Just check out the blog posts to find contact information!
Snacks n Stuff: You are welcome to bring alcohol and there always seems to be an abundance of snacks in each wing. There is no refrigeration in M204 or dorm -- so bring a cooler if needed. A microwave will be on site and we provide hot water and tea in DownNorth of M204. There is a Safeway and food co-op just up the road from Fort Worden -- so if you forget something -- you will probably find it. There is also a bar and espresso bar at Fort Worden.
What To Do When You Arrive to Fort Worden: Doors open on Friday, October 25 at 9 am in Building M204. Park near the building to unload your craft materials and then move your car to a parking space near the building or near our dorm -- Building 225 (head East and stop before you hit the water!). We are given the keys to the building at 8:30 am - so please be gracious with us as we are usually setting up while early birds arrive. You are welcome to stay in M204 as late as 10:00 pm on Sunday, October 27.
Meeting Hall Information (M204): Each person will be provided with a 6-foot table and chair. Bring a sheet or tablecloth to cover your table (see Packing List for all things to bring). Seating charts will be posted in the hall and you can check it out here. M204 opens at 6 am and locks at 10 pm and people are welcome to stay all night! Just be safe and use the buddy system!
Dorm Information (Building 225): Check in for the dorm is at 4:00 pm in DownNorth (M204) -- so leave your overnight bag and belongings in the car until you receive your room key. Check out will be Sunday morning -- after breakfast - details will be at your table. Linens and towels provided -- bring flip flops as the restrooms/showers are dorm style -- down the hall from your room! (Again, see Packing List!)
We have noticed many people requested a different dorm room due to location, noise, heating, bedding, etc. We will be the first to admit the dorm at Fort Worden should be the next project on their upgrade list. Fort Worden is rustic and it allows us to provide our retreat experience at a lower cost than many other retreats. We share all of your concerns with Fort Worden, in hopes changes will be made.
However, the dorm is our only option and we only have so many beds -- making it very difficult to accommodate every request. We of course make accommodations for mobility concerns (first floor vs. second floor stairs). However, we may not be able to meet expectations in regards to preferred room. We always recommend bringing extra blankets, earplugs, and pillows to make your stay better. Thankfully, we spend most of our time crafting and not in our dorm room!
Meals: We eat our meals at The Commons. Bring a To Go cup to fill up on fountain soda, ice and/or coffee and tea.
Volunteering?: This retreat effort is not a business -- it is completely run by volunteers -- so most everyone has some sort of job to do at the retreat!
Check out the blog for a description of volunteer duties and find your name on the Volunteer List.
Wifi/Cell Service: There will be wi-fi and I believe cell service isn't too bad -- depending on your carrier. Bring your earbuds for music and take calls outside -- some of us are unplugging for the weekend!
Forget something craft related??: There are vendors selling from their tables, garage sale and free tables, and I find people are willing to share if you ask!
Massage Therapists: Sabrina and Andrea are joining us again to provide massage therapy. Check out the details here. There tends to be space available for those who may not book ahead -- so not to worry.
PLAN AHEAD for 2020!: The retreat dates for 2020 are November 13-15, 2020. Registration for 2020 will only be open to those who are attending the 2019 retreat. We will open registration to others in December. So bring your $30 deposit!
Questions? Just email us via the blog: https://westernwashingtonscrapbookretreats.blogspot.com/.
See you soon! - Sheryl and Yvonne
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