Women interested in learning some outdoor skills might want to save some dates for workshops scheduled in 2010. A tentative schedule of Becoming An Outdoors Woman (BOW) workshops is now posted on the Division’s website at
www.mass.gov/dfwele/dfw/education/bow/bow_calendar.htm. All sessions are designed for novice outdoorswomen 18 years old to 80! Highlights of the upcoming year include:
- January 22-24 – Women's Wellness Weekend, Becket—Sponsored by the Chimney Corners YMCA at Camp Becket, Becoming An Outdoorswoman is providing instructors for ice fishing and winter survival sessions for this very enjoyable and comfortable weekend experience. Registration details are on the YMCA website at http://www.bccymca.org/637.
- February – Winter Workshop (Location & Dates TBA) Ice Fishing, Staying Warm in Winter, and Fly-tying and one or two other skill sessions are planned
- April/May – Turkey Hunt Seminar and Hunt, Shirley -- This is part one of the Turkey Hunt for Outdoorswomen consisting of a one-day seminar in early April and a one-day turkey hunt to be offered in early May.
- April 24 – Fly-fishing and Fly Tying, Belchertown -- This is a terrific opportunity to learn the basics of flyfishing on the banks of the Swift River. You’ll also learn how to tie your own fly.
- June 4-6 – The Mass. Outdoorswoman Weekend Workshop, Becket -- Mark your calendars and ask for the Outdoorswoman weekend event as a holiday, birthday, or Mother's Day gift! Gift certificates are available by calling Sue Fritze at (508) 389-6329.
- July (Date TBA) – Lost in the Woods, With Your Walking Stick, Plymouth -- No one plans to get lost, but what if you did find yourself "turned around"? Instructors will share their knowledge and skills that will help keep you comfortable, safe and eventually, found. They will also provide some walking stick self-defense instruction.
- August (Date & Location TBA) – Basic Camping for Outdoor Families – An experience open to families who want to try out camping, learn some useful skills and spend time together. This workshop will be held in partnership with the Department of Conservation & Recreation.
- September – Shooting Sports Day, Hanson – This is a day devoted to learning about firearms and archery equipment. You'll have an opportunity to shoot shotguns, bows and arrows, rifles and handguns under the watchful eye of expert and friendly instructors.
- November/December – Deer Hunting Seminar and Hunt, Shirley -- This is a 2-part workshop, consisting of a 1-day seminar and a 1-day deer hunt.
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