Becoming an Outdoors-Woman

Becoming an Outdoors-Woman and Beyond BOW (BBOW) is a non-profit educational program offering hands-on workshops to women of all ages and fitness levels. Developed by the Georgia Department of Natural Resources, these workshops are hosted at various locations in the state and allow participants to develop hunting, fishing, boating and other outdoor recreation skills, while also providing insight into the management and preservation of the natural, historical and cultural resources of Georgia. These sessions provide novices and more experienced participants enough knowledge and experience to pursue their outdoors interests at the conclusion of the workshops.

Please call 770-784-3059 with any questions.

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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!

Want to get info about 2023 BOW Annual Workshop? Email the BOW coordinator (Linda.Scovanner@dnr.ga.gov) to be added to the BOW email list.

This year, the event will be November 3-5, 2023 at the Charlie Elliott Wildlife Center (Mansfield, GA). Details regarding the event will be released in early August of 2023.

BOW Scholarships

A limited number of scholarships are available to assist individuals paying for registration to the Annual BOW Workshop. Scholarship information will be released in early August of 2023 along with the other Annual BOW Workshop details. If you’d like to donate to the scholarship, please contact Linda.Scovanner@dnr.ga.gov.