Becoming an Outdoors-Woman

What is BOW?

Georgia Becoming an Outdoors-Woman (BOW) Program gives women of all ages and fitness levels a way to engage and explore the outdoors in new ways through the Annual Weekend Workshop and one day Beyond BOW (BBOW) classes. Coordinated in our state by the Wildlife Resources Division, Georgia Department of Natural Resources, the workshop, and classes are hosted at various locations throughout the state and allow participants to develop hunting, fishing, and other outdoor recreation skills, while also providing insight into the management and preservation of the natural, historical, and cultural resources of Georgia.

Please call 770-784-3059 with any questions.

Annual BOW Workshop

The Becoming an Outdoors Woman (BOW) Annual Workshop is a weekend-long education event where women can explore a variety of outdoor activities in a safe and structured environment. Activities offered can include fishing, shooting sports, nature photography, outdoor cooking, backpacking, and more! This year, the event will be November 3-5, 2023, at the Charlie Elliott Wildlife Center (Mansfield, GA). Due to an unprecedented number of registrations in a short period of time this workshop and it’s waitlist is closed. If you have any questions, please call 770-784-3059 or email Linda.Scovanner@dnr.ga.gov.

12th Annual BOW Workshop Participant Guide
12th Annual BOW Workshop Registration - Registration and waitlist is full. Please email Linda.Scovanner@dnr.ga.gov if you would like to be placed on the BOW email list to receive up to date news on BOW related events.

BOW Scholarships

Six scholarships are available each year to assist individuals paying for registration to the Annual BOW Workshop. The application for the 2024 year will be posted in this location in the future, please check back for updates. If you have any questions or if you’d like to donate to the BOW Scholarship Fund, please contact Linda.Scovanner@dnr.ga.gov.

Beyond BOW Events

Beyond BOW Events (BBOW) are a way to keep the momentum of the BOW Weekend Workshop going throughout the year and are offered at locations around the state on various topics. Check out our event calendar to find out what partners are offering BBOW events throughout the year.