2025 – NWR Convention

2025 Northwest Region Convention
September 5 – 7, 2025

The Northwest Region FRA cordially invites all Shipmates and FRA Auxiliary to the 2025 Northwest Regional Convention on September 5-7, 2025, located on Whidbey Island, in Oak Harbor, Washington.

Convention Site: Best Western Plus Hotel & Convention Center, 33175 State Route 20, Oak Harbor, WA 98277.  Oak Harbor is located on Whidbey Island, in Washington State –
Home to NAS Whidbey Island and Fleet Reserve Association Branch 97.

Room Rates:  Group Rates apply to both Best Western Plus, and Candlewood Suites, which both have walking distance access to the Convention Center.  Rates are good for September 4 to September 7, 2025.

DO NOT book online or you will not get the convention rate.  Reservations are available on a first-come, first-serve basis only.  Guests are encouraged to book early!  Group Rates will not be available after September 4, 2025.

Best Western Plus: Standard Double Queen Room; or Standard King Room: $185 per night plus 9% sales tax and 2% lodging tax. Reservations: Call 360-679-4567 and mention the group name Fleet Reserve Association to get the above rate.

Guest Amenities
Continental Breakfast *      Guest Laundry      Free Parking      Pet fee of $40/night
Internet Access      Business Center      Exercise Room      Outdoor Pool/Hot Tub
In-room Fridge / Microwave / Coffee Services / Iron/ Ironing Board / Hairdryers

* NOTE: Continental Breakfast is NOT available at the Candlewood Suites rooms (they have kitchenettes).

Candlewood Suites:  One-bedroom Queen Suite w/Kitchenette: $240 per night plus 9% sales tax and 2% lodging tax.  Reservations: Call 360-279-2222 and mention the group name Fleet Reserve Association to get the above rate.   DO NOT book online or you will not get the convention rate.

2025 NWR Convention Letter #2
Regional Delegate Credential Form – Blank
2025 NWR Conv Business & Install Zoom Connections