Olympic Natural Resources Center

Olympic Natural Resources Center offers a distinctive conference and retreat setting in Forks, Washington, surrounded by the forests of the Olympic Peninsula. The centre provides practical facilities for organisers planning meetings, workshops, training sessions, educational programmes, research gatherings, community events and small conferences.

Several flexible spaces are available for different group sizes and formats. The Hemlock Forest Conference Room can accommodate up to 70 guests in a conference layout or up to 100 in theatre style. The Forest Room, Cedar Room, library and additional breakout areas support smaller discussions, workshops and parallel sessions. The Social Hall provides space for dining and informal group activities, with an adjoining communal kitchen.

Organisers can make use of Wi-Fi, data projectors, projection screens, easels and flip charts. Catering and coffee service can be arranged on request, with meals and snacks available for organised gatherings. The centre also provides dormitory and apartment accommodation for groups of up to 40 guests, making it suitable for residential retreats, field courses and multi-day meetings.

The woodland setting adds opportunities for outdoor breaks, informal networking and nature-based activities, with approximately two and a half miles of surrounding trails. On-site laundry facilities and equipped apartments offer additional convenience for longer stays. With room hire, lodging, event support and catering available in one location, Olympic Natural Resources Center is a practical choice for organisers seeking a quieter alternative to a conventional urban conference venue.