CA DFG Offers Special Gamebird Heritage Central Coast Women’s Pheasant Hunting Clinic
October 13, 2008
A special Santa Margarita Women’s Pheasant Hunting Clinic is scheduled Dec. 6 at the Cammatta Ranch in San Luis Obispo County. The Department of Fish and Game (DFG) clinic is a unique learning opportunity for beginning hunters and a fun outing for those with hunting experience.
The event begins at 7:30 a.m. and includes classroom, range and field assistance in the techniques of gun handling and safety, pheasant hunting and game care. There will be shooting practice as well as seminars on wildlife and hunting. A barbecue lunch is included. Permits for the clinic will be selected by drawing. Hunters must have a valid hunting license and provide their own shotgun, safety glasses and ammunition. Hunting dogs will be provided (please do not bring your own dog).
Hunters can apply on the DFG Web site or can download, print and mail an application form available at www.dfg.ca.gov/wildlife/hunting/uplandgame/gamebird/specialhunts
. Scroll down and click on “Apprentice Hunts for Women” to find information and a statewide map of the hunts and the application. Applicants must enter their name, address, phone number and hunting license number. Hunters who have just graduated from a hunter safety class and have a priority stamp may enter that number to receive priority in the drawing. Two hunters may enter as one party. The cost is $10 per person payable to Cammatta Ranch on the day of the hunt. There are 36 spots available and the application is due by Nov. 3. Cammatta Ranch is on Hwy 58 near Santa Margarita.
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Still Time to Sign Up for Tallahassee Outdoors-woman Workshop
September 24, 2008
The Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission (FWC) still has openings for its Tallahassee Becoming an Outdoors-Woman (BOW) workshop for women who want to spend a weekend learning a variety of outdoor activities.
The three-day workshop will take place Oct. 10-12 at Camp Wallwood on the Gadsden County side of Lake Talquin. The program will begin Friday at 10 a.m. and end Sunday with lunch.
Although designed with women in mind, the workshop is open to everyone 18 and older who wants to improve their outdoor skills and enjoy a few recreational activities. During four, three-and-one-half-hour sessions, the workshop will teach skills associated with fishing, hunting and other forms of outdoor recreation, at all levels of physical activity.
The BOW Program offers a fun and supportive atmosphere for participants wishing to try new things and enjoy the camaraderie of others who want to learn about Florida’s great outdoors.
The cost for the program is $175, and there are a few discounted slots available for low-income participants, single parents and college students.
For more information on the BOW workshop and how you can register, visit MyFWC.com/BOW or call 850-413-0085.
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A Nevada Ladies Day in the Outdoors
September 22, 2008
The Las Vegas chapter of the National Wild Turkey Federation and the Nevada Department of Wildlife are hosting a special outdoor event just for the ladies, and there is still room for those women with an adventurous heart. The “Women in the Outdoors” workshop is scheduled for Saturday, Oct. 4, 2008 from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. at the Spencer Kimball Boy Scout Reservation just outside of Las Vegas near Mt. Potosi.
Participants will have their choice of approximately 16 workshops taught by volunteers and staff from the Nevada Department of Wildlife, as well as talented members of the outdoor sporting community. Subjects include archery, camping, canoeing, Dutch oven cooking, fishing, introduction to hunting, shotgun shooting, wildlife identification and more. In addition, there will be a silent auction and raffle for some great outdoor gifts.
Registration $60 per person, but a mother and daughter duo can get in for $80. The daughter must be 14 to 17 years old. Registration forms can be obtained online at www.womenintheoutdoors.org/wito/eventPDFs/280011.pdf or by calling Wendy Andersen, 951-600-9268; Jessica Johnson, 702-204-8127; or Margie Klein, 702-486-5127 x 3502.
The Nevada Department of Wildlife (NDOW) protects, restores and manages fish and wildlife, promotes fishing, hunting, and boating safety. NDOW’s wildlife and habitat conservation efforts are primarily funded by sportsmen’s license and conservation fees and a federal surcharge on hunting and fishing gear. Support wildlife and habitat conservation in Nevada by purchasing a hunting, fishing, or combination license. For more information, visit www.ndow.org.
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Iowa’s Becoming an Outdoors Woman Workshop Set for Sept. 19 - 21
August 28, 2008
Iowa’s annual Becoming an Outdoors Woman (BOW) workshop will be held September 19-21, at the Springbrook Conservation Educations Center, approximately 1 ½ hours west of Des Moines.
The 2 ½-day workshop provides women a comfortable environment and beautiful setting to learn outdoor skills they may not normally try. BOW is an international program aimed primarily at women, but is an opportunity for anyone 18 years and older to learn outdoor skills usually associated with hunting and fishing, but useful for many outdoor pursuits. Classes offered throughout the weekend include introduction to firearms, basic shooting, basic fishing, knot tying, river fishing, fly fishing, archery, turkey and deer hunting basics, Dutch oven cooking, canoeing, kayaking, bird watching, map and compass, and much more.
“We have been providing BOW workshops in Iowa for nearly 15 years and they continue to be very popular, well-attended events,” says Julie Sparks, BOW coordinator. “It’s a wonderful opportunity for participants to get enough instruction and hands-on learning to feel confident pursuing these activities. We have a great team of dedicated instructors and an awesome location for the workshop.”
Registration continues, but the workshop is filling fast, she said. A registration form is available online at http://www.iowadnr.com/bow/index.html.
For more information, contact Julie Sparks at 515-281-6159 or Julie [dot] sparks [at] dnr [dot] iowa [dot] gov.
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Outdoor Central.com News Network Is Now On MySpace.com
August 28, 2008
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To apply, simply drop me an email through MySpace, or go to our “Contact Us” page, Then fill out the information requested. Where it asks “Select A Contact Reason” just click on other, then fill out your qualifications in the “Enter Your Message” section of the form.
Be sure to include what you’d like to write about (hunting, fishing, or a recreational activities), and if it is a story, a technique, or whatever.
Also let us know if you are a fishing guide, an outfitter, an instructor, an educator, etc.
IMPORTANT NOTE: We are an equal opportunity publisher, welcoming women to write about B.O.W., or kids to write about an outdoor adventure.
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Information on the Women’s Surf Fishing Clinic the Day Before the Governor’s Surf Fishing Tournament is Now Available
August 25, 2008
New Jersey Outdoors for Women - October 4 - 9:00am - 4:00pm
Island Beach State Park, Seaside Park, NJ
Surf Fishing Clinic - (No surf fishing experience needed.) Open to women only at least 18 years old. Participants will learn the basics of surf fishing, including information on rods, reels, weights, line, tackle, knots, bait, fish identification, casting, reading the surf, and caring for your catch. The afternoon will be spent on the beach using techniques learned to fish the surf. The workshop will take place rain or shine, warm or cold. Participants should be prepared with appropriate clothing, as well as other convenience items such as sun screen, sunglasses, hat, and foul weather gear.
Please enclose a check for $15.00 made out to the NJ Division of Fish and Wildlife with your registration form. This fee will be refunded to you at the class but will be nonrefundable for those not attending. Participants will also be able to register for the Governor’s Surf Fishing Tournament held the following day, October 5. The cost for the tournament is $10 for adults, equipment will be supplied to those who participate in the workshop, but participants will be responsible for their own bait.
Questions please contact Karen Leskie at 609-748-4347 or karen [dot] leskie [at] dep [dot] state [dot] nj [dot] us.
Surf Clinic Registration Form (pdf, 13kb)
Women interested in additional outdoor recreation opportunities are encouraged to visit www.NJOWL.org - the Web site of New Jersey Outdoor Women’s League.
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BOW, Delta Waterfowl to Host Waterfowl Workshop in North Dakota
August 21, 2008
The North Dakota Game and Fish Department’s Becoming an Outdoors-Woman program and Delta Waterfowl are sponsoring a waterfowl hunting workshop Sept. 27-28 in Minot.
Saturday’s events will include instruction on waterfowl identification, firearm safety, hunting with decoys and calling birds. Sunday will feature a mentored hunt, followed by cleaning game.
Women interested in participating in the workshop must have a firearms safety certificate, 2008 hunting license and duck stamp. Waders or rubber boots are recommended. Shotguns and ammunition will be provided if necessary.
The workshop is open to the first 20 woman ages 18 or older to register. The cost is $20, and preregistration with payment is required.
For more information contact Nancy Boldt, North Dakota Game and Fish Department, at 701-328-6312; or email ndgf [at] nd [dot] gov.
Registration forms are available on the Game and Fish website (gf.nd.gov) by accessing the education/outreach link.
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Fly Fishing Clinic Planned to Hook Idaho Women Anglers
August 15, 2008
Women interested in the sport of fly-fishing are encouraged to sign up for a clinic designed to introduce the beginner angler to casting techniques, equipment use, knot tying, fly selection, and a personalized fishing experience on a scenic North Idaho river.
The clinic will include two presentations, from 6 to 9 p.m. September 10 and 17, in Lewiston, then an overnight campout and two days of fishing on September 20 and 21.
Sponsored by Kelly Creek Fly Casters and Idaho Fish and Game, the goal is to introduce women to fly fishing by providing them basic information and hands-on experiences. More importantly, the clinic will provide the foundation for women to become outdoor leaders and to develop a network of women with similar interests.
The registration cost is $60 for adults and $20 for young women 12 to 17 years old, which includes a Saturday evening Dutch oven dinner. Fly rods and reels will be provided to those who do not own equipment, but students must bring all other camping gear, meals and waders.
For more information or to register, contact Zack Funkhouser 208-816-8314, or Jill Green 208-798-0215, in the evening. Registration forms are available at the Idaho Fish and Game Office, 3316 16th Street, Lewiston, ID 83501. Space is limited and registration will be first-come-first serve.
A participating parent or guardian must accompany young women who register.
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Michigan DNR Offers Women’s Fly Fishing for Chinook Salmon Workshop Sept. 12-14
August 12, 2008
The Department of Natural Resources Becoming an Outdoors-Woman program is offering an exciting program, Sept. 12-14, for women who are interesting in experiencing the thrill of fishing the Pere Marquette River for big chinook salmon using a fly rod while fishing from a drift boat.
The Orvis-endorsed Pere Marquette River Lodge is one of the premium fishing destinations in the Upper Midwest. Women will arrive Friday night, Sept. 12, for a get-acquainted party and guest lecturer. On Saturday and Sunday there will be an intensive eight to 10 hours of fly fishing instruction from the boats. There will be two women per boat with one guide.
“Participants will learn more on this trip about what a chinook does when it is hooked and what it feels like to fight a big fish using light tackle,” said Lynn Marla, DNR BOW coordinator. “In addition to providing invaluable instruction, these world-class fishing guides also will prepare a gourmet shore lunch each day.”
The workshop, which is limited to 12 participants, is $500. This fee will cover all room costs for two nights, two continental breakfasts, gourmet shore lunches and the Saturday night dinner. Fly fishing equipment will be provided, but women are encouraged to bring their own if they have it.
Workshop information is available online at www.michigan.gov/bow or by contacting Lynn Marla at (517) 241-2225; e-mail: marlal [at] michigan [dot] gov.
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Don’t Miss Out on Fall “Becoming an Outdoors-Woman” Workshop
August 4, 2008
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CONCORD, N.H. — Are you a woman who would like to learn the skills you need to get started in hunting - the original outdoor challenge? Or maybe you know a woman who might be interested in becoming a hunter. The fall Becoming an Outdoors-Woman weekend workshop has selected openings available that offer a chance to learn a variety of hunting skills while participating in an exciting weekend outdoor skills workshop.
The 2008 B.O.W. fall workshop is Friday, Saturday and Sunday, September 5-7, 2008, at scenic Rockywold/Deephaven Camps on Squam Lake in Holderness, N.H. You must be 18 years of age or older to participate. The workshop fee of $295 covers everything - two nights lodging in a lakeside cabin, buffet-style meals, instruction and equipment use. There are no extra fees. The enthusiasm of the women at this workshop is amazing.
A brochure and mail-in registration form are available to download at www.nhbow.com, call (603) 271-3212 or email aquatic-ed [at] wildlife [dot] nh [dot] gov to request an application by mail. The final deadline for signing up is August 8, 2008.
If you sign up for the weekend, you will select four separate skills workshops in which to participate. The BOW fall workhop includes dozens of topics. Sessions that still have openings as of August 1, 2008, (from which you would choose four if you sign up now) include:
INTRODUCTION TO RIFLE: Participants learn gun handling, safety, how to shoot a rifle and how a rifle differs from other firearms. There will be live-firing opportunities; all firearms will be provided.
INTRODUCTION TO MUZZLELOADER: This type of firearm is sparking much interest in the hunting community. Learn the difference between flintlock and cap. Some attention will be given to the types of powder and projectiles. Participants will be loading, firing and cleaning the firearm. A light study of the traditions, seasons and challenges of muzzleloading firearms will also be included.
INTRODUCTION TO DEER HUNTING: Learn the feeding and mating habits of white-tailed deer, various hunting techniques and how to read sign. This session will also cover what types of firearms can be used, getting deer out of the woods and practical clothing.
INTRODUCTION TO BOWHUNTING: Bowhunting is the fastest growing hunting activity in New Hampshire. The challenge and experience of bowhunting is very exciting. Learn about reading sign and various techniques, i.e., tree stands or stalking. Hands-on activities will include following a mock blood-trail and use of scents. Learn about the ethics of bowhunting and the equipment you will need.
FIELD DRESSING BIG GAME: Proper care of game in the field is a very important part of hunting ethics. This is often a very difficult thing to learn on your own. This class will review the procedure for field dressing a white-tailed deer. Be prepared for a hands-on opportunity.
FURBEARERS FOREVER: Learn about New Hampshire’s furbearers — beaver, mink, coyote, fisher, fox, muskrat, otter and raccoons. You will learn how to identify pelts, tracks and sign, as well as proper harvesting methods, including trapping, an often-misunderstood activity. Furbearers are a natural renewable resource and overpopulation can lead to a variety of problems, from property damage to negative impacts on human and furbearer health. Learn about trapping history and best management practices.
SHARING NATURE WITH CHILDREN: Getting kids into nature powers their imaginations, lowers stress, improves immunity, reduces attention deficit, and stimulates creativity. We’ll present and practice effective methods for connecting kids to the outdoors with practical suggestions for you, whether you’re a parent, grandparent, neighbor or teacher. Be prepared to “dig in the dirt,” collect, build and explore, and share your own ideas and experiences.
BEAUTIFUL BUGS: Are you curious about insects? Are you an angler who wants to learn more about aquatic insects and other fish food? Are you curious about what your backyard birds eat all summer? In the company of a professional conservation biologist, you’ll have a chance to explore the streams, wetlands, lake and forest to capture and observe insects. Learn basic identification and the natural history of dragonflies, caddisflies, mayflies, hellgrammites, ground beetles, and many more.
The Becoming an Outdoors-Woman Program is co-sponsored by the New Hampshire Fish and Game Department (www.WildNH.com) and the New Hampshire Wildlife Federation (www.nhwf.org). Find out more about B.O.W. at www.nhbow.com.
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