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The BCWF would like to acknowlege the on-going support of the
BC Government.
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The "Becoming an Outdoors Woman" (BOW) program
is designed for women 19 years or older and provides them an opportunity to learn
outdoor skills in a relaxed non-competitive atmosphere.
Each BOW workshop offers a variety of outdoor related educational workshops for
participants to select from in each of three areas: shooting and hunting, fishing,
and other outdoor recreation courses.
Over the course of Friday afternoon to Sunday afternoon, BOW participants will
attend four 3 1/2 hour pre selected courses of their choice. Qualified Instructors
ensuring that all participants enjoy a safe, positive, fun and educational experience
and are taught in a very 'hands-on'’ way conduct the courses.
Each BOW weekend is an all-inclusive package; accommodation, meals, four hands on
courses and equipment are provided. BOW workshops are generally held at camps, the
atmosphere is 'outdoorsy', but comfortable. Participants will stay in lodges,
dormitories or cabins that may be rustic, but have modern basic amenities.
Participants are asked to bring their own sleeping bag/pillow and towels. Nutritious
meals are provided and cooked by the camp staff. The focus on the weekend is learning
in a comfortable atmosphere.
Each BOW location allows for new and interesting workshop topics.
Just to give you an idea of some of the traditional workshops offered, they are:
- Basic Angling
- Beginner Fly Fishing
- Float Tube Fishing
- Fly and Knot Tying
Shooting & Hunting:
- Archery
- Bow Hunting
- Firearms Safety
- Rifle and Pistol Marksmanship
- Shot Gunning & Trap Shooting
- Black Powder Shooting
- Gun Cleaning & Storage
- Basic Hunting Skills
- Wild Game Cleaning
- Meat Cutting & Wrapping
- Bird Dog Hunting
Outdoor Recreation Skills:
- Canoeing
- Kayaking
- Boat, Motor & Trailer
- All Terrain Vehicle Operations
- Orienteering, Map & Compass
- Wilderness Survival Techniques
- Basic Wilderness First Aid
- Outdoor/Wildlife Photography
- Horseback Riding
- Camping
- Outdoor Cooking
- Wild Game Cooking
- Backpacking & Hiking
- Chainsaw & Ax Use
- Cave Exploring
- Wetland Ecology
- Taking Children Outdoors
Please refer to each BOW location above for a specific list of workshops available.
Becoming an Outdoors Woman workshop.
Zajac Ranch, Mission BC, June 11 - 13, 2010.
Application Form download here
For more information please contact the BCWF BOW Coordinator at:
• 250-724-4657 or dclark8@shaw.ca or
• the BC Wildlife Federation office at 1-888-881 2293
BCWF is happy to support this new publication. The two women publishers – Livia Mior and Yvonne Dean, in fact met at one of our BOW Weekends.
Read the Press Release
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Zajac Ranch, Mission, BC
June 11 - 13, 2010
Winfield, BC
May 22nd, 23rd & 24th, 2009
Click on "2010 Workshops" above for information and registration.
Cost to participate in BOW workshops is $250.00 for non-members of BCWF and $215.00 for BCWF members.
Fee includes accommodation, meals, and most equipment that participants will use for the courses they choose.
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The Becoming an Outdoors Woman program is for all the adventurous women out there!
"The weekend was great! The courses were very informative
and all the instructors that I had were excellent. I especially was impressed with the
Kayak instructors. They taught us so much in 3 1/2 hours. The food was great as were
the staff. I have been telling everyone how much fun I had and I have a few who want
information on the next one. Thank you for a wonderful weekend!"
- Marie
Ever try fly fishing or rock wall climbing? Maybe hiking and backpacking is more for you!
"The BOW weekend for me was an excellent outdoor
weekend with a fantastic group of women. I learned to do kayaking, archery and met
a lot of interesting and fun women from all over British Colombia. Last time I went
to camp the lodgings and the food was typical "camp" fare, this weekend I couldn't
believe how delicious every meal was!! Even though I participated in physical activity
all weekend, I'm sure that I gained a few extra pounds because the food was that good.
I am hoping to return for next years' event. Thanks for a great time and lots of good
memories."
- Anne
Why not learn wilderness survival, archery and orienteering.
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