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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. Check out the BOW Brochure for more information!
The workshop is for you if...
2022 Becoming an Outdoor-Woman Catalog
The goal of the Becoming an Outdoors-Woman (bow) scholarship program is to broaden participation in the weekend workshop to women 18 years old and older who would be unable to attend without financial assistance. Iowa BOW encourages anyone to apply for a scholarship. However, preference will be given to first-time attendees and those promoting diversity in outdoors education across the state through their community affiliations, culture, region, and/or profession.
These events have been made possible by the Iowa Becoming an Outdoors-Woman Program. This workshop is open to both residents and non-residents and any adult 18 years age or older.
Beyond BOW and Woods + Waters Project Present: Women's Introduction to Bowfishing Retreat Looking to get into bowfishing but unsure where to start? Join Steph from Woods + Waters Project for a Women's Intro to Bowfishing Retreat!
Women's Introduction to Bowfishing Retreat
Iowa Beyond BOW: Women, Wine & Water This workshop will focus on kayaking, crafting and the art of forest bathing. Join us in beautiful Shelby County for a wonderful weekend!
Iowa Beyond BOW Women, Wine & Water
Each box is packed full of gear, educational resources, field guides, and more for only $50.00 (including shipping and handling).
Upcoming boxes include: September 2022 - Shooting Range
She Goes Outdoors has a great group of ladies talking about spending time outdoors and would love to share these conversations with you. Check out their podcast that is both educational and entertaining!
Take me to the podcast!
February 10 - February 12, 2023Camp Okoboji, Milford, IA
April 2023TBD
Better yet - Join us on Facebook (Becoming an Outdoors Woman - Iowa) and connect with folks from all over who have attended a workshop!
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