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Tennessee Wildlife Resources Agency June 1-3, 2018 Clyde M. York 4-H Center Crossville, Tennessee Sponsored by the Tennessee Wildlife Resources Agency Becoming an Outdoors-Woman 2018 Becoming an Outdoors-Woman is a workshop primarily aimed at women, but is an opportunity for anyone 18 years or older to learn outdoor skills usually associated with hunting and fishing, but useful for many outdoor pursuits. This workshop is for you, if.... • you have never tried these activities, but have hoped for an opportunity to learn. • you are a beginner who hopes to improve your skills. • you know how to do some of these activities, but would like to try your hand at some new ones. • you are just looking for the camaraderie of like-minded individuals. “Becoming an Outdoors-Woman” and the logo are copyrighted and protected by UWSP, and cannot be used without permission.
WORKSHOP SCHEDULE F. All-terrain Vehicle Operation Learn the proper and safe way to ride all-terrain ve- FRIDAY, JUNE 1 hicles (ATVs) with as little environmental impact as 1-2 p.m. Check In and Registration possible. Instructors will help you navigate through an 2-2:30 p.m. Welcome and Overview off-road course that simulates likely outdoor terrain. Donald Hosse, Program Coordinator 2:30-6 p.m. SESSION I G. Discover Scuba Grab your towel and bathing suit and head for the A. Introduction To Firearms And Firearms Safety pool for an introduction to the amazing world of scuba This course will cover the basic types of firearms, fire- diving. Although this course will not certify you to arms safety, and the basics of selecting and purchasing dive, it will give you a hands-on introduction to the firearms. Participants will then spend time shooting underwater world. Note: If you are selected for this handguns and rifles at the range. Proper cleaning and class, you will be mailed a health form that must storage of firearms will also be discussed. be filled out before you can participate. B. Successful Fishing Skills H. Beginning Fly-tying Instructors will offer hands-on instruction from Use mother nature as a field guide to the art of fly- choosing equipment to landing the fish. Fish filleting tying. Gain knowledge needed to correctly pick flies techniques will also be taught. Equipment for the ses- for a variety of fishing situations. Participants will sion will be available, but participants are encouraged also receive basic hands-on instructions for fly-tying. to bring their own. I. Introduction To Stand Up Paddleboards C. Basic Archery Spend the afternoon on the lake experiencing one of Participants will learn the proper methods of fitting, the fastest growing watersports. Participants will have selecting, and using archery equipment for both field/ the opportunity to try out a variety of stand up paddle- target archery and bowhunting. An outdoor range and boards and participation is going to be very limited. a possible interactive range will be set up for students to practice their shooting skills and techniques. 6:45 p.m. Dinner 7:30-8:45 p.m. Announcements/Get Acquainted/ D. Wild Edible Foray Special Program You won't rival the wild edible skills of Euell Gibbons 9 p.m. Free Time - Take a stroll, socialize, after this workshop but you will be able to quench your read a book or just relax thirst without liquids and consume hemlock without dying. Join Pandy English, TWRA biologist and pro- fessional naturalist for over 20 years, for a wild edibles SATURDAY MORNING, JUNE 2 foray throught the fields of the Cumberland Plateau. 7:30 a.m. Breakfast 8:15-11:30 a.m. SESSION II E. Boating Safety Education Students will receive information on knowing your J. Introduction To Firearms And Firearms Safety boat, getting underway, operating safely, legal re- (Repeat of Class A) quirements, boating emergencies and enjoying water sports. After the course is taught, an exam will be K. Introduction To Deer Hunting offered. Upon passing the exam, students will receive This course will greatly increase your chances of view- certification that they have complied with the state ing or bagging Tennessee’s most sought-after big game boater education law. Students must purchase a Type animal. Some of the topics covered will be equipment 600 Boating Safety Exam Permit from a license agent and techniques for stand and still hunting, and over- or online prior to the course and present the receipt coming the problems associated with getting closer to before the exam is given. deer. Information presented in the course will make your deer hunting or deer viewing experiences more enjoyable, more productive and more informative.
L. Dutch Oven Cooking SATURDAY AFTERNOON, JUNE 2 Learn the basics of primitive campfire cooking 1:30 - 5 p.m. SESSION III from a professional outfitter cook. From the proper techniques for campfire construction to the simple R. Survival Skills ingredients needed, students will gain new ideas for Participants will learn a variety of skills to prepare for backcountry cooking. The participants will take an the outdoors. There will be lessons on knots and lash- active part in preparing and tasting these delicious ings and how to apply them, fire building and it's uses, dishes. simple first aid, food and water sources, and packing some essentials for the outdoors. M. Basic Land Trapping Through this trapping course, you can learn more S. Dutch Oven Cooking about the tradition and adventure of trapping, increase (Repeat of Class L) your environmental awareness, gain new outdoor skills, and maybe even make some money. You will T. Basic Canoeing learn acceptable land trapping methods, responsibili- Students will learn the different types of paddles and ties and ethics. You will learn about different types of canoes and how to use them. The class will include in- traps and how to set them for targeting land animals struction in safety techniques important to canoeing. such as coyotes, bobcats, raccoons, foxes and so forth. Participants will dip their paddles in the water of the Fur handling instruction will also be covered. lake at the 4-H Center for actual on-water experiences. N. Introduction to Kayaking U. Beginning Flyfishing Participants will have the opportunity to try out a va- Learn the basics of casting and fly presentation, types riety of kayaks and learn the different types of strokes of flies, selection of equipment, and basic knowledge necessary to safely maneuver these watercraft. Partici- and understanding of flyfishing. Participants are en- pates will paddle in the water of the lake at the 4-H couraged to bring their own equipment, but equip- center for actual on-water experiences. Participation ment will be provided. is going to be very limited. V. Basic Archery O. Map And Compass (Repeat of Class C) Participants will learn how to navigate the woods using a map and compass. Besides its usefulness for W. Map And Compass hunting and other outdoor activities, this skill is be- (Repeat of Class O) coming a popular recreational activity in its own right. X. Basic Shotgun P. All-terrain Vehicle Operation Participants will have an opportunity to practice (Repeat of Class F) shotgun techniques, with an emphasis on hunting and shooting sports. Q. Backyard Habitat If your favorite backyard critters include birds, bats, Y. Discover Scuba or butterflies, this is the class for you. Learn the (Repeat of Class G) common species of birds and butterflies that inhabit your backyard, and the plants and flowers that at- Z. Long Distance Shooting tract them. Participants will have the opportunity to A limited number of participants will be able to have construct their own bluebird box. Learn what types a crack at shooting significantly longer distances. of seed attract certain bird species and how to make Participants will learn and gain a better understand- your own suet. The ecological importance of bats to ing of the techniques that are necessary to shoot up our environment will also be covered. to 1,000-plus yards. The class will be held off site and it is mandatory for you to have taken the intro. to 12 p.m. Lunch firearms / safety class.
6-6:30 p.m. Social Time EE. Beginning Flyfishing 6:45 p.m. Dinner (Repeat of Class U) 7:30-9 p.m. Special Program FF. Reading The Woods On a guided nature trail, participants will use all their SUNDAY, JUNE 3 five senses to explore and learn more about the natu- (TBA) Morning Birdwalk (open to ral world. Plants will be investigated and animals and everyone) their homes will be found. These clues and more will 7:30 a.m. Breakfast reveal what’s happening in the woods. 8:30-12 p.m. SESSION IV GG. Basic Water Trapping AA. Wild Edible Foray Through this trapping course, you can learn more (Repeat of Class D) about the tradition and adventure of trapping, increase your environmental awareness, gain new outdoor BB. Introduction To Muzzleloading skills, and maybe even make some money. You will Participants will learn how to load and shoot a muzzle- learn acceptable water trapping methods, responsibili- loader. Types of powder and projectiles used will be ties and ethics. You will learn about different types of discussed and an opportunity to put these new skills traps and how to set them for targeting water animals to use on the firing range will be offered as you learn such as beaver, otter, muskrat, mink and so forth. Fur to use these fascinating firearms. handling instruction will also be covered. CC. Introduction To Turkey Hunting HH. Stream Ecology This class will cover wild turkey biology, habits, and Students will learn about water quality and its impor- food sources. Participants will have the opportunity tance by collecting fish, salamanders, aquatic insects, to learn and practice calling techniques, as well as and plant material on a nearby stream. Physical and learning about equipment, camouflage, and cloth- chemical parameters of the stream, lake, and sur- ing to improve their chances of seeing one of these rounding area will be measured. Please be prepared magnificent birds. to get your feet wet. DD. Advanced Fishing Techniques II. Nature Photography Basics Selecting, matching and using fishing tackle. Locat- This class emphasizes photo composition, including ing fish, fishing from the shore and in a boat. Fishing techniques useful for both film and digital cameras. ethics and your personal commitment. Fishing safety The class also discusses photography gear. We will fol- and caring for your catch. low up the classroom session with an outdoor photo session. Please bring your cameras, manuals and other photo gear. SOME TENNESSEE WORKSHOP SPONSORS NATIONAL SPONSORS Tennessee Wildlife Resources Agency Bass Pro Shops Pope & Young Club Cumberland Transit Browning Rocky Mountain Elk Federal Cartridge Company Cabelas Foundation Tennessee Scenic Rivers Association Ducks Unlimited SCI Foundation National Rifle Association Federal Cartridge Company University of Wisconsin - Stevens Point College of Rocky Mountain Elk Foundation Leupold Natural Resources Trout Unlimited Lodge Manufacturing Shakespeare National Shooting Sports Bass Pro Shops Foundation Purity Dairies National Rifle Association Tennessee Wildlife Resources Foundation Pheasants Forever
WR-1111 Becoming an Outdoors-Woman Registration (Rev. 3/18) I&E Division Only one person may register per form. Please photocopy for additional registrations. If you cannot attend but would like to be placed on the BOW mailing list, please fill out and mail in the form below. Name _________________________________________________ Email ____________________________________ Address _______________________________________________ City _____________________________________ State _________ ZIP __________________ Phone ( ) ____________________ ( ) ____________________ Day Evening Workshop Fee: $225 – Includes lodging, meals, t-shirt, and a 2018-19 Concurrent Sessions: Please indicate Tennessee Hunting and Fishing License (see reverse side). your first (1), second (2), and third (3) choice in each of the four sessions. T-shirt size: S M L XL XXL Total enclosed $________________ Session I ___ A. Intro To Firearms/Safety Make checks payable to: Becoming an Outdoors-Woman/TWRA ___ B. Successful Fishing Skills • Registration is taken on a first-come, first-served basis. ___ C. Basic Archery • Upon receipt of your registration and payment, you will be sent a confir- ___ D. Wild Edible Foray mation with a map to the Clyde York 4-H Center and a list of appropriate ___ E. Boating Safety Education clothing. Demonstration equipment will be provided by the instructors. ___ F. ATV Operation • The 200-acre Clyde York 4-H Center at Crossville includes a basic barracks- ___ G. Discover Scuba style facility with shared baths. ___ H. Beginning Fly-tying • Cancellation deadline is May 28. Cancellations before May 28 will receive ___ I. Intro To Paddleboards a refund, less $30 for processing. Registrants who do not attend and do not cancel by May 28 will be assessed the full program fee. Session II • If any special needs are required (dietary, accommodations), please give ___ J. Intro To Firearms/Safety two weeks notice. ___ K. Intro To Deer Hunting Special needs: ________________________________________________ ___ L. Dutch Oven Cooking ___ M. Basic Land Trapping ____________________________________________________________ ___ N. Intro To Kayaking Send enrollment form Becoming an Outdoors-Woman Workshop ___ O. Map And Compass and fee to: c/o Tennessee Wildlife Resources Agency ___ P. ATV Operation P. O. Box 40747 ___ Q. Backyard Habitat Nashville, TN 37204 Session III ATTN: Donald Hosse ___ R. Survival Skills ___ S. Dutch Oven Cooking CREDIT CARD INFORMATION ___ T. Basic Canoeing To charge your purchase to VISA, MasterCard or Discover card you must ___ U. Beginning Flyfishing complete the information below. ___ V. Basic Archery ___ VISA Expires (mm/yyyy) ___ W. Map And Compass ___ Mastercard ___ X. Basic Shotgun ___ Discover ___ Y. Discover Scuba ___ Z. Long Distance Shooting Cardholder’s Signature ________________________________________ Session IV Credit Card Account # ___ AA. Wild Edible Foray ___ BB. Intro To Muzzleloading ___ CC. Intro To Turkey Hunting The applicant, by signing below, recognizes that the program involves ___ DD. Advanced Fishing some risk and that she/he takes responsibility for any action or injury ___ EE. Beginning Flyfishing that may result by participating. ___ FF. Reading The Woods ___ GG. Basic Water Trapping ____________________________________________________________ ___ HH. Stream Ecology Signature ___ II. Nature Photography Basics ENROLLMENT LIMIT 100. REGISTER NOW! WORKSHOP SPACE IS LIMITED!
Fill out the application below to receive your Type 01 Hunting and Fishing License which will be sent to you with your confirmation packet. If you already have a license, you can designate one to either a family member or friend. The only requirement is that you or your designee is a Tennessee resident. Also, no license is needed for youth under 13 years of age. PLEASE PRINT NEATLY INSIDE THE BOXES BELOW TN Resident? TWRA ID # TN Drivers License # (age 16 or older) State of Issue Social Security # Yes No Physical Description Date of Birth Sex Eye Color Hair Color Height Weight Month Day Year Male Female Blue Hazel Gray Brown Blonde Gray Brown Black Green Black Red Bald Feet Inches First Name and Middle Initial (example: WILLIAM H) Last Name and Suffix (example: JACKSON SR) Address City State ZIP Code
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