Becoming an Outdoors Woman

Becoming an Outdoors Woman is an international program aimed primarily at women, but is an opportunity for anyone 18 years and older to learn outdoor skills usually associated with hunting and fishing, but useful for many outdoor pursuits. A 2 1/2 day workshop will be held Sept 18-20, 2009 at the Springbrook Conservation Education Center, approximately 1 ½ hours west of Des Moines.

For more information contact: Julie Sparks, 515/281-6159

Hunting and Conservation Camp for Boys

The Hunting and Conservation Camp for boys is designed to introduce a variety of outdoor skills to boys ages 12 - 15. Participants are allowed to experience outdoor skills: shooting (shotguns, rifles, archery, and muzzleloaders), trapping, dog training, hunting (waterfowl, deer, and turkey), gun care/cleaning, game calling, and conservation. It is sponsored by DNR and Pheasants Forever. To register, contact your local Pheasants Forever chapter or the Springbrook Conservation Education Center.

IOWATER

IOWATER is a statewide volunteer water quality monitoring program. Workshops are open to any individual or group that is interested in water quality. Upon completion of the workshop, you will be a certified Level 1 IOWATER Citizen Monitor. Check out the IOWATER web site for a current list of training opportunities.

NatureMapping

NatureMapping trains citizens how to monitor and report wildlife and the habitats they observe them in. Workshops are held across the state for a minimum of 15 participants. Visit the Iowa NatureMapping web site for a list of upcoming workshops.

Outdoor Journey For Girls

Outdoor Journey for Girls is aimed at introducing outdoor skills of girls ages 12 - 15. The three day, two night workshop teaches a variety of outdoor skills including: canoeing/water safety, orienteering, fishing, archery, shooting rifles/shotguns, wildlife conservation, camping, game care, furharvesting, fish identification, and fish cleaning/cooking. The second day is devoted to certifying the girls in the state's Hunter Education program.

Outdoor Journey is sponsored by DNR, Pheasants Forever, and Iowa Women in Natural Resources (IWINR).

To register, contact your local Pheasants Forever Chapter or the IWINR. For more information contact IWINR