Beyond “Becoming an Outdoors-Woman” 2011 Program

A great opportunity for women to learn to do outdoor activities on their own!

Very empowering… Four special Beyond “Becoming an Outdoors-Woman” (BOW) programs are coming this year (see below for dates) that will give women a chance to explore outdoor topics including firearms, deep sea fishing, waterfowl hunting and fly-fishing.

“Beyond BOW” courses expand the offerings of traditional Becoming an Outdoors-Woman fall and winter workshops co-sponsored by NH Fish & Game and NH Wildlife. These in-depth courses are designed to give women the skills to do the outdoor activity on their own; it’s also a chance to network with other like-minded women with whom to share these activities which are listed below.

INTRODUCTION TO FIREARMS — May 14, 2011, at the Owl Brook Hunter Education Center in Holderness, N.H. In this one-day course, participants will become familiar with all firearm action types, using the correct ammunition, proper maintenance, safe handling and storage. Workshop includes a live shooting opportunity at the range.

DEEP SEA FISHING ADVENTURE — June 12, 2011; leaves from the State Pier at Hampton Beach, N.H. This all-day fishing trip aboard the Yellowbird will introduce you to the basics of deep-sea fishing. You’ll learn about equipment, bait, fish identification, safety and caring for your catch.

WATERFOWL HUNTING WEEKEND — August 12 – 14, 2011, at Barry Conservation Camp in Berlin, N.H. Participants will learn the skills needed to hunt waterfowl, including identification, gear, guns and hunting techniques. Learn firearm safety and try clay pigeon shooting. N.H. Fish and Game biologists will discuss waterfowl management and demonstrate how they catch birds to band.

FLY-FISHING WEEKEND — September 23 – 25, 2011, at the Sportsman’s Lodge in Stewartstown, N.H. Intermediate workshop for anglers with some fly-fishing experience who want to gain the skills needed to fly-fish on their own. Expert instructors will teach the finer points of casting; reading the water; picking a fly; and what to do when you catch a fish.