Becoming an outdoors women workshop set for June 27-28 at Buffalo Ridge Refuge
PRESS RELEASE FROM TENNESSEE WILDLIFE RESOURCES AGENCY:
NASHVILLE, Tenn. — The 2026 Becoming an Outdoors Woman (BOW) Workshop will be held June 27-28 at Buffalo Ridge Refuge in Humphreys County.
Registration starts on Wednesday, April 15, on a first-come, first-served basis. However, priority will be given to first-time participants.
Hosted by the Tennessee Wildlife Resources Agency (TWRA), participants will have the opportunity to register for three classes.
Classes will be taught in the morning and afternoon on Saturday and will conclude with a Sunday morning session. Classes this year include backyard habitat, basic archery, beginning fly fishing, field to freezer, fishing 101, introduction to long-distance shooting, introduction to sporting clays, pistol 101, rifle 101, utility terrain vehicle (UTV) operation, trapping, and wild edibles.
The workshop fee is $100, and it includes all Saturday meals and a Sunday breakfast, along with the three sessions. Space for the event is limited.
Registrations can be made at GoOutdoorsTennessee.com under the “Events” icon.
Lodging is not included, but camping is permitted, and campers must provide their own equipment. There are also hotels located nearby.
For more information, contact Daniel Musselwhite, Wildlife Education Program Coordinator, at Daniel.P.Musselwhite@tn.gov.
Since 1991, the TWRA has been encouraging women to get outdoors through the BOW program. This program exists in all 50 states and several Canadian provinces. BOW offers women the opportunity to learn and build new outdoor skills.
The Tennessee Wildlife Resources Agency is responsible for protecting, managing, and conserving fish and wildlife species for the benefit of Tennesseans and visitors.
The Agency also maintains public safety through law enforcement and safety education on waterways.
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