Arizona: You Can Afford To Be an Outdoors Woman

by
posted on February 22, 2016
** When you buy products through the links on our site, we may earn a commission that supports NRA's mission to protect, preserve and defend the Second Amendment. **
bow-arizona.jpg
If you're like many Americans, you may have grown up in a city or suburb where outdoors skills just weren't emphasized. Furthermore, many Americans live the type of lifestyle that often limits their chances to get outdoors. The Becoming an Outdoors Woman (BOW) program is designed to help people just like you experience the beauty of nature while discovering new outdoor skills (many of which might just come in handy, even in the 'burbs). This terrific program, which has been running since 1991, is offered at the lowest cost possible due to generous sponsorships and donations...but it still is not free. The Arizona Wildlife Federation (AWF), which conducts BOW events in that state, wants to ensure that every woman who wishes to take the first step in a lifetime of outdoor adventures gets the chance to do so. So if financial constraints are keeping you from signing up for a BOW workshop, the AWF has found a way to help defray costs. They've established full and partial BOW scholarships for women 18 and older who are full-time Arizona residents and who have never attended a BOW event.

If you're interested, the deadline to complete and submit the two-page application for the April 15 through 17 event at Friendly Pines Camp in Prescott, Arizona, is Feb. 26. The application period for the Sept. 9-11 event, also at Friendly Pines Camp, is May 11-25. Visit www.azwildlife.org to download an application. For more information, contact Kimberlee Kreuzer at (480) 644-0077.  A recipient may receive only one scholarship (full or partial) in her lifetime.

These workshops are going to be incredibly informative and fun. You'll be introduced to outdoors skills in an enjoyable, no-pressure setting with expert instructors. You'll learn horsemanship, outdoor photography, archery, fly-fishing, Dutch-oven cooking, shooting and birding, but that won't be all. The evenings will be filled with fun and entertainment, like night hikes, fly-tying and guest speakers. Lodging will be provided in rustic cabins, with five to seven campers per room using bunk beds. Campers must provide their own bedding and towels. Sleeping bags are highly recommended. Full bathrooms with electricity are available in each cabin.

The full workshop fee is $250 ($300 with horsemanship), and includes all course materials, meals and lodging.

For information, visit www.azwildlife.org; e-mail: [email protected]; or call (480) 644-0077.

Photo courtesy Arizona BOW's Facebook page. Visit them here!

Latest

Sydney Beiswanger Lede
Sydney Beiswanger Lede

Rising Shooting Stars: Sydney Beiswanger

“I plan to inspire juniors to get into this sport, and my goal is to be a role model for them,” Sydney said.

Throwback Thursday: The Revolutionary Kentucky Long Rifle

From its humble beginnings in the late 18th century to its enduring legacy in popular culture, the Kentucky Long Rifle stands as a testament to American ingenuity and craftsmanship.

Watch: NRA CEO Hamlin & President Bachenberg Hold Our First Virtual Townhall

"When President Bachenberg and I were elected, we pledged to rebuild the trust of our members, donors, and industry."

Reviewed: Daniel Defense 9mm Pistol-Caliber Carbine

Nimble, adjustable, accurate, and nicely outfitted, this PCC impresses.

From Pond to Pan, Frog-Hunting is Great Summer Fun

Get your gig, airgun, or .22 rifle and head for the water on a summer night and come away with some great eating!

First Impressions: CZ P-10 C Ported Pistol

Built for everyday carry and range performance, this new addition to CZ's lineup offers reduced recoil and other features new shooters will love.

Interests



Get the best of NRA Family delivered to your inbox.