I don't live in the Northwest, can I come?  Absolutely!  We hope to see nail techs from all over the place looking for an inexpensive mini vacation where they can learn a ton and is also a write off!   Back to top ^

I was going to fly to Washington, what airport should I fly to?   Seattle Tacoma International Airport.  There are many hotels near the airport if you fly in Thursday and need to stay the night and travel to the Retreat Friday morning.   Back to top ^

Where is Camp Burton and how do I get there?  Seattle is famous for its ferries.  Located on Vashon Island, Camp Burton is just a 10 minute drive from the Ferry Dock coming from Fauntleroy.   If you are flying into Seattle, the ferry dock is less than 12 miles from the airport.    There are a few options in getting to Camp Burton.  We will have a shuttle driving to and from the ferry if you take a cab to the ferry dock and walk on and off the ferry.  We recommend carpooling if you can and can help arrange people in groups going over to Vashon Island.   There will be follow up emails leading to the event that will help us arrange transportation for everyone!   Back to top ^

When do the Ferries come?  Schedules change, but ferries leave at least once an hour.  We will be emailing an updated schedule a month before the event to give the most up to date planning information.   Back to top ^

What if I fly in Thursday?  You will need to stay in a hotel, we recommend near the airport, there are many for $60-80 a night.  The camp is not reserved for our group until Friday.    Back to top ^

What if I need to come late or leave early?  Friday the afternoon is one 5 hour hands on class that is included with registration.  If you can not arrive until evening, we recommend trying to be there by 7pm for the PNA Sanitation Seminar.  If you can not come until Saturday, please give us an estimated time of arrival so we can arrange someone to check you in.  You can leave when you like.  If you paid a 3 night ticket you can stay until after breakfast Monday.  If you paid a 4 night ticket check out is after breakfast Tuesday.  Back to top ^

What is included in the cost?  All Meals, housing, trade show, canvas product goodie bag filled with product and information, Keynote Seminars, evening parties, Hands on Classes and Seminars taught during the trade show hours.   Back to top ^

What is not included in the cost?  There are some optional private workshops on Monday.  The prices and classes vary.  Transportation to and from Camp Burton.   Back to top ^

What will the weather be like?  Autumn in Seattle is beautiful!  Based on past years, there is a better chance of it being sunny than raining during this weekend.  If you are driving, plan to bring an umbrella, there is a big of distance between the buildings and cabins. For temperature, expect days in the 60-70s and evenings in the 50s.   If you are not used to northwest weather, be sure to bring some sweatshirts and a coat.  Everything is heated so if it is chilly outside the buildings will still be warm.  Back to top ^

How should I dress?  COMFORTABLE!!  With most industry activities, Dressing for Success in professional attire is always preferred - not with this event.  We want you to come relaxed, ready to learn and not worry about what will ruin your fancy shoes, what make up you forgot or how much hairspray you put in your hair.  Bring your favorite jeans or sweats and some good sneakers or boots.  This camp is all rustic with unpaved paths through the grass and woods so you will not want to be walking around in flip flops or heels.    Back to top ^

How many are expected to attend?  We expect to max out the camp with 75-100 attendees and up to 40 educators.   Back to top ^

Will I be able to buy snacks or should I bring them?  We will have snack tables set up for those wanting to purchase snacks and drinks between meals.    Back to top ^

How will I know where everything is at the retreat?  Upon check in you will receive a customized binder that will include a camp map along with cabin assignments, name badges, class schedules and itineraries.   These binders will also be a place for you to put information and take notes during classes.    Back to top ^

Can I bring my husband or children?   The cabins will sleep 6 to a cabin in bunks and are one gender only.  There is a maximum of 100 spaces for nail techs.  If in September we have plenty of room left and you would like to bring your husband, please contact us.  We can have a male cabin set up for husbands, but there will be no children allowed at camp.    Back to top ^

How do I choose my roommates?  During registration there is link to "requested roommates."  If you already know some people you would like to share a cabin with you can enter it there.  At any time you can email info@nwnailtechs.com with more roommate preferences.  Cabins will sleep an average of 6 people, if you request just 3 people, expect to have 2 more in your cabin with you.  Back to top ^

Will there be alcohol served?  Due to camp policy, no alcohol will be served.   Back to top ^

How are the meals served?   Meals are served in a large beautiful room overlooking the water at tables that seat 6-8.  They are served family style.  Salad bar is available for both lunch and dinner daily!  Back to top ^

What will be offered if I have a special diet?  Please let us know when you register if you are vegetarian, vegan, have gluten allergies, dairy allergies, and nut allergies.   The camp will help work to accommodate these diets.  Back to top

Is there a store close by?  Yes, within 5 minutes of Camp Burton is a group of stores.  We will send this with other relevant camp information approximately a month before the event.  Back to top ^

Do I have to stay at the camp?  You do not have to stay at camp, however we can not make adjustments to the price.  The price we pay includes meals and many other facility fees based on the number of attendees.  Back to top ^

Is bedding supplied or do I need to bring a sleeping bag?   We will have enough bedding for approximately 30 registered attendees and all educators.  If you are driving to the event, please bring your own sheets, blanket and pillow.  If you are flying and will NOT bringing your own bedding, please contact us using the link at the bottom of this page, or email info@nwnailtechs.com so we can be sure to reserve one of the bedding sets for you.   No, there is not an additional charge.  Back to top ^

What are the rooms like?  Take a look at the slideshow on registration page!  The show the cabins inside and out.  While they can sleep 10-12, we expect an average of 6 per cabin - you won't have to climb on a top bunk if you don't want to!  There is electricity and heat in all the cabins.  The camp is spread out and there may be a 3-5 minute walk from your cabin to a class room, bring umbrellas in case of rain.  Back to top ^

What are the shower facilities like?  Do I need to bring towels?  Each cabin has a shower, toilet and sink.  If you are bringing your own bedding, you will also need to bring your own towel.  Those flying in that are reserving a linen set will have a hand and body towel in their set.  Back to top ^

Are there televisions in the cabins?  No, there are no televisions at the retreat.  We will be showing movies projected at up to 12ft across on movie night.   Back to top ^

Is there Wi-Fi available on site?   The camp is not currently set up for wireless internet but we are working on making it happen for the Retreat.  Cell phones work fine, and there is an internet cafe about 5 miles away as a last resort if you absolutely need to go do some internet work.  Back to top ^

Should I bring my products or will I be able to purchase any there?  Both.  Bring products for hands on classes, playing on each other and for competitions.  You will be able to purchase products during the trade show!  Back to top ^

What type of educators will be there?  Everything from marketing, licensing, sanitation, airbrush artists, gel and acrylic educators will all be joining us!  Check the educator page often, it will be updated throughout the summer as we receive confirmation from educators.  Back to top ^

What hands on classes and other seminars will be taught?  Toward the end of the summer we will post a class list that will show all the classes companies and educators have reserved.  Back to top ^

What do I bring to hands on classes?  We will have more information as the companies reserve their rooms and give us class descriptions.  We will send a detailed list of all classes being offered approximately 1 month before the event so you can pack accordingly.  Back to top ^

How do I get a model for competition?  Do I bring one or will there be volunteers?  If you know another nail tech coming to the event that is not competing ask her to be your model.  If you do not know a nail tech that is not competing please contact us at info@nwnailtechs.com.  We will keep a list of those wanting to compete and try to pair you with model volunteers.   Back to top ^

What should we bring for competition?  Table lamp, gel lamp (if needed), towels, products, files, implements.    Back to top ^

Can educators compete?  Absolutely! We welcome anyone who wants to compete. We may have two categories for Novice and Advanced.     Back to top ^

Are there exercise facilities?  This is a rustic camp setting, it doesn't have a high tech work out room, sauna or fancy spa.  But it's an absolutely beautiful waterfront environment and you can go for a walk or jog around some stunning scenery.   Back to top ^

My question was not answered, how can I contact the organizers for help?  Click the "Contact Us" link at the bottom of any page, or email info@nwnailtechs.com.     Back to top ^