DNREC's Division of Fish and Wildlife is sponsoring Delaware's 12th annual Becoming an Outdoors-Woman program. Since the first BOW was held in Wisconsin in 1991, this exciting international program has expanded to 46 states and seven provinces with more than 80 workshops offered each year. The main goal of the BOW program is to provide women the opportunity to learn skills that encourage and enhance participation in outdoor activities, like hunting and shooting, fishing and boating, and non-harvest activities.
While Becoming an Outdoors-Woman is aimed primarily at women, it offers an opportunity for anyone 18 or older to learn skills that allow them to participate in numerous outdoor activities.
The BOW Weekend features four half-day training sessions that begin on Friday afternoon. Participants have the opportunity to choose from a wide range of course offerings during each of the sessions. Included among the many hands-on courses during the weekend are archery, surf fishing, camping, shotgun shooting, basic boating, sea kayaking, hunting skills, flyfishing, nature photography, and various other outdoor activities. The instructors of these courses have been selected for their expertise as well as their ability to provide instruction in a safe, supportive, and non-competitive atmosphere.
A list of local resources is provided to all participants so that they can continue with their newly-learned skills beyond the BOW program.
This workshop is for you if:
- You have never tried these activities but have hoped for an opportunity to learn.
- You are a beginner who would like to improve your skills.
- You have some experience but would like to try your hand at new activities.
- You are just looking for camaraderie with like-minded individuals.
The cost of the three-day program is $200, which includes lodging, meals, instruction, and the use of all necessary equipment and supplies, as well as a t-shirt and door prizes. Registrations will be accepted until August 1, or until the workshop is full. NOTE: No refunds will be given for cancellations. For more information, check out the selection of courses that have been offered at past BOW Workshops in Delaware.
For more information about Delaware's Becoming an Outdoors-Woman program, please contact:
BOW Program
Aquatic Resources Education Center
4876 Hay Point Landing Road
Smyrna, DE 19977
302-653-2882 ext. 104
or via email: Trina Cale-Rosario, Volunteer Services Coordinator
Photos by D. Martin
