Becoming an Outdoors-Woman

What is BOW?

Georgia Becoming an Outdoors-Woman (BOW) Program gives women aged 18 or older of any 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.

Sign up for Email Updates about BOW (Enter your email, then under "Education" select "BOW: Becoming an Outdoors Woman"). Feel free to sign up for more topics!

2026 15th Annual BOW Weekend 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 workshop will be October 23-25 at the Charlie Elliott Wildlife Center (Mansfield, GA). If you have any questions before registration opens, please call 770-784-3059 or email Casey.Carillo@dnr.ga.gov.

Becoming an Outdoors Woman 2026 registration dates to be announced.

Sample 2025 Flyer and Schedule

BOW Scholarships

We offer scholarships to assist individuals with paying for their registration to the annual BOW Weekend Workshop. Scholarship availability and award amounts for the 15th Annual BOW Workshop will be announced at a later date.

If you have any questions, please call 770-784-3059 or email Casey.Carrillo@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.

Here are the upcoming Beyond Bow Events for spring 2026—stay tuned for more updates!