Becoming an Outdoors-Woman
The Becoming an Outdoors -Woman® (BOW) program is a workshop primarily aimed at women but is an opportunity for anyone 18 years or older to learn outdoor skills - skills usually associated with hunting and fishing, but useful for many outdoor pursuits.
Originally started in the United States in 1991, Nova Scotia began offering the program to women in 1997. Its primary focus is assisting people to overcome barriers, whether social or financial, to learning outdoor skills.
If you are a novice or have no experience in fishing, hunting or other outdoor sports but want to learn, this program is for you.
BOW® is a mix of fishing, hunting and other outdoor pursuits that combines a fellowship experience with women.
Upcoming Workshops
2013 Fall Becoming an Outdoors-Woman® Workshop
September 13 - 15, 2013
Mount Traber Camp - Cooks Brook, Halifax County, NS
• Registration information will be available by mid June 2013.
2014 Winter Becoming an Outdoors-Woman® Workshop
February 21 – 23, 2014
The Gaelic College, St Ann’s, Cape Breton
• Registration information will be available by mid December 2013.
Email: bowns@gov.ns.ca
For more information contact:
Pam Grace
1-(902) 662-5043
Culinary Adventures in the Outdoors is a compilation of recipes and cooking methods collected and used by BOW instructors and friends at home, or out in the wilderness.
Cost: $10.00 ($4.00 - GST + shipping/handling). Available through the Department of Natural Resources Library (www.gov.ns.ca/natr/library/), and click "Contact Us" to order.
Workshops
Some examples of the types of the classes offered. Several are offered in the program with some being repeated. All are experiential.
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Rifle |
Bass Fishing |
Mountain Biking |
Shotgun |
Flyfishing |
Camping |
Archery/Bowhunting |
Stream Insect Study |
Exploring the Fundy Coast |
Bowhunting |
Trout Fishing |
Outdoor Cooking |
Archery |
Mackeral Fishing |
Kayaking |
Cooking Wild Edibles |
Reading the Water |
Canoe Tripping |
Muzzle Loading |
Flytying |
Canoeing (River) |
Snaring/Trapping |
Saltwater Fishing |
Canoeing (Lake) |
Animal Signs |
Plant Identification |
Hiking/Backpacking |
Firearm Safety and Handling |
Attracting Wildlife |
Survival |
Navigation |
Medicinal Plants |
Wilderness Ethics |
Nature Photography |
Wild Game Preparation & Cooking |
First Aid |
Horseback Riding |
Kids and Camping |
ATV |
Hunting-Values, Ethics & Preparation
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Hunting with Dogs |
Boat,Motor, Trailer
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Stream Study - Preparing for a Day of Fishing |
Long Guns |
Winter BOW Classes
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Beginning Snowmobiling & Emergency Tips
Flytying
Hunting Basics
Ice Fishing
Journal Writing
Nature in Winter
Navigation
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Cross Country Skiing
Falconry
Firearm Safety, Storage & Handling
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Snaring/Trapping
Winter Camping
Winter Clothing/Winter Safety
Winter Food
Winter Survival
Winter Tracking
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Some Comments from BOW participants:
 " Great Program - opened up an even wider enjoyment and appreciation of the woods and out-of-doors"
--- C. Baldock
"This was my first BOW and I was certainly impressed with the quality of instruction, the organization of the entire event and the general friendly attitude of everyone. I believe there would be more women beating down a door to get here if they new about the program and how great it is.."
--- C. Sears
In two and a half days I did target shooting with both a rifle and a bow. I went fishing, learned basic orienteering and had a basic course in rifle safety. I learned about wildlife habits and habitats, ate great food, won prizes, met fun people and had a wonderful time. No exaggeration."
--- M. MacDonald
"I had a wonderful time. I will drive everyone I know crazy because I'm not going to stop talking about this weekend for a long, long time. Can't wait until the next one."
--- B.J. Stewart
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Cross Country Ski Nova Scotia |
Nova Scotia Federation of Anglers and Hunters |
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 Nova Scotia Government |
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