Seabeck 2026: 50th Birthday Celebration
The Seabeck UU Retreat is an intentionally inclusive and multi-generational annual church retreat over Memorial Day weekend at the Seabeck Conference Center overlooking the Olympic mountains on the Hood Canal. The retreat offers something for everyone and is a wonderful way to get involved and more connected with members of East Shore UC, University UC, and other UU Congregations!
Pricing includes accommodation for 3 nights (Friday-Sunday), eight family-style meals (Friday dinner buffet through Monday breakfast), and the weekend programming for all ages.
In the mornings, adults and teens will spend time with our featured artist in residence while children have their own programs. In the afternoon and evenings there are all sorts of other activities available: boating, swimming, walking in the woods, basketball, music, tennis, horseshoes, crafts, birding, happy hour, or just sitting rocking chairs on the Inn porch chatting with friends.
2026 Presenter: Bowen Lee, Storyteller
Bowen Lee is a professional storyteller who has been on stage for national, international, and regional events. Learning with her is fun as she weaves story, art, and information together to engage, encourage, and deepen the learning experience.
“There is a power in story. More often than not, stories can transform people. Stories give people a hook to anchor themselves to something new and make it their own by reflection, connection, insight.” – Bowen Lyam Lee
Bowen will lead us in the art of immersive storytelling, and explore how to dig deep to tell fascinating and engaging stories. Bowen also plans to lead a workshop for sharing narrative songs.
Retreat Theme: “50th Birthday Celebration”
This year Seabeck invites UUs to come celebrate the 50th Anniversary of the Seabeck Memorial Weekend Retreat. Throughout those years, members of East Shore UC and University UC have collaborated to host and enjoy this fabulous weekend.
How to Attend
Registration opens at Noon on Friday, February 20.
We offer scholarships to assist with the registration deposits and fees. Please contact Doug and Amanda Strombom (Co-Deans) or Nicole Duff if you need financial assistance.
SEABECK 2026 CANCELLATION POLICY
- Prior to 30 days in advance of the Retreat, a registration refund of any money paid (including the deposit) shall be 100%.
- Between 7 and 30 days in advance of the Retreat, a lodging refund of 100% money paid minus the deposit of $50 per attendee will be refunded.
- Less than 7 days before the retreat, there shall be no room registration refund provided.
- Full refund of any funds paid to anyone on the waiting list who is unable to attend (or who chooses to remove themself from the waiting list).
More Information
Seabeck Conference Center
Sample Retreat Schedule
Stay Connected
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For any questions, email [email protected].
Event Details
Transportation & Parking
Google Maps offers you door-to-door directions for driving, walking, biking, or public transit.
You can travel to Seabeck by ferry and car. If you need a ride from Seattle or the East Side we may be able to find a carpool for you to join.
Accessibility
We are striving to improve the accessibility at Seabeck for our campers. Wheelchair accessible rooms are available. There is accessible access to most meeting rooms and the dining hall. We have golf cart service for those who prefer to get between buildings that way. We will attempt to accommodate those with visual or hearing impairment. Be sure to let us know your needs by indicating them on the registration form.
Here is further information about Accessibility services at Seabeck.
