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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 / Hairdryers0
*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.