Becoming an Outdoors-Woman (BOW) is an international program aimed primarily at women, but is an opportunity for anyone 18 years or older to learn outdoor skills usually associated with hunting and fishing, but useful for many outdoor pursuits.
The workshop is for you if...
- you have never tried these activities, but have hoped for an opportunity to learn.
- you are a beginner who hopes to improve your skills.
- you know how to do some of these activities, but would like to try your hand at some new ones.
- you are looking for the camaraderie of like-minded individuals.
For more information:
Questions?
Contact Julie Sparks at
(515) 281-6159 or Julie.Sparks@dnr.iowa.gov
What are people saying?
"The workshops are awesome and the people are so friendly!"
"Such a great environment to try new things."
"Eases you into roughing it. Dorm sleeping was great!"
"Fun and informational and you get a hands on experience!"
"Has opened up new possibilities for enjoying this phase of my life!"
"You will be challenged and engaged and meet interesting people."
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Annual Run Through the Woods 5k Fun Run/Walk
Make some new friends, get to know some of the presenters, and enjoy a relaxing run or walk through Springbrook State Park while at the Becoming an Outdoors Woman workshop. Our route takes you around the park’s lake, which is pretty much a flat course.
Not a runner? Don’t worry about it! More than 90 percent of participants in past years have been walkers. For those interested, your “official times” will be available later in the workshop. Like BOW., this is a non-competitive (well, except maybe with yourself), fun event.
Many participants enjoy this Friday night offering, hosted by Joli Vollers. See the BOW 2011 registration form for more information!