13th ANNUAL “BECOMING AN OUTDOORS WOMAN” WORKSHOP SCHEDULED FOR NOVEMBER: Register Beginning Sept. 2

Calling all eager-to-learn women interested in furthering their awareness of outdoor activities!

Registration for the 13th Annual Becoming an Outdoors Woman (BOW) Workshop, scheduled for November 1-3, 2024, will open Sept. 2 and run through Oct. 15.

Spots go fast so the sooner you register, the better.

The cost per person, which includes food and programming, ranges from $255-$300 (dependent on lodging choice).

A limited number of scholarships are available to assist individuals with registration costs. Scholarship applications are due by this Friday, August 30th.

The BOW Workshop at the Charlie Elliott Wildlife Center in Middle Georgia provides a practical introduction to a wide variety of outdoor recreational skills and activities, according to the host agency Georgia Department of Natural Resources’ Wildlife Resources Division.

It also helps women develop outdoor skills such as backpacking, fishing, shooting sports, outdoor cooking, and nature photography all while in a safe and structured environment.

BOW is an educational for women aged 18 or older of all physical ability levels.

“Women from all backgrounds are given the opportunity to develop outdoor skills such as backpacking, fishing, shooting sports, outdoor cooking and nature photography all while in a safe and structured environment. The atmosphere is positive and non-competitive where all participants can feel confident and have fun,” said Kim Morris-Zarneke, CEWC Program Manager.

The weekend workshops begin on Friday morning and end on Sunday.

Participants can choose from more than 30 professionally led classes between meals and special presentations and events. Sessions range in intensity from leisurely to rugged or strenuous.

Participants can RV or tent camp on site (reservations required), or stay at the conference center lodge at Charlie Elliott, part of a popular complex including a wildlife management and public fishing area.

“From beginner participants to the advanced, classes are tailored with both skill sets in mind. Those with little to no experience can learn the basics of the outdoors while the more seasoned participants can benefit by building on their existing skills and trying out new activities,” says Morris-Zarneke. “The workshop strives to ensure all participants receive enough instruction to further their outdoor interests before the end of the workshop. We want to give you all the tools to take your new skills to the next level.”

For more information, including registration details and a complete listing of classes offered, visit GeorgiaWildlife.com/BOW or call (770) 784-3059 or email [email protected].