"Becoming an Outdoors-Woman" (BOW) offers outdoor skills workshops for women 18 years of age and older. The workshops enable women to learn about a wide variety of outdoor recreational opportunities in a casual, non-threatening environment. The classes are designed to be as hands-on as possible, giving participants enough knowledge to further pursue their interests once the workshop is over.
Weekend Workshop
During this workshop, we offer over 30 different classes including firearm safety, preserving the harvest, fly fishing, and more! In addition to workshop classes, we offer evening programs and activities such as a game feast, nature presentations, crafts and night hikes. Classes and evening activities offered may vary from event to event.
Any questions about registration can be forwarded to
[email protected].
Beyond BOW Workshops
In addition to the weekend workshop, we also offer Beyond BOW events. Beyond BOW workshops last from one to three days and are focused on specific activities. Beyond BOW workshops may include a one-day fishing clinic, a backpacking experience, goose hunting on the eastern shore, From Field to Table (learning how to take wild game from harvest to the dinner table) or an outdoor survival skills weekend. Each workshop we offer is tailored to showcase the resources and opportunities available in that area, as well as offer a more intermediate hands-on experience.
The emphasis of BOW and Beyond BOW is on the enjoyment and camaraderie that goes along with outdoor recreation, whether hunting, fishing, hiking, or boating.
Workshops
Thank you for your interest in the 2026 Becoming an Outdoors-Woman Workshop!
The Weekend Workshop is hosted each August, with registration launching in June. Please check back in Spring 2027 for more details!
Save the Dates: Upcoming Beyond BOW Opportunities
Beyond Becoming an Outdoors-Woman Deer Hunt Workshop - Prince George’s County
November 6, 2026 and November 7, 2026
Becoming an Outdoors-Woman is hosting a Deer Hunt Workshop in Prince George’s County. The first day of the workshop includes classroom instruction on various topics pertaining to deer hunting in Maryland. The second day of the workshop is a practical hunt experience at Cedarville State Forest and Maryland - National Capital Park and Planning Commission property in Prince George’s County. Participants will be placed in pre-selected locations in a ground blind or treestand. Of the twelve available spots, eight will be restricted to archery hunters and four will permit firearms (shotgun or straight-walled cartridge rifle).
This workshop is intended for women who have limited deer hunting experience but all are welcome to apply. Applicants will be chosen by lottery. Preference will be given to hunters with fewer years of experience.
All participants are expected to provide their own hunting gear (recurve, longbow, compound, and crossbows are all permitted at the archery spots and shotgun or straight-walled cartridge rifles are permitted at the firearms spots). Participants must be familiar and proficient with their equipment.
Important Notes:
Participants must be available to attend both days of the workshop.
Participants will be chosen by lottery and remaining applicants will be placed on a waitlist.
New! Participants will be given the option to camp at Cedarville State Forest on November 6th. Campsites have electric hookups and can accommodate a tent or small campers up to 20 feet long. Participants who do not want to stay at the campground will be responsible for their own overnight accommodations.
Deer harvested during this hunt will count towards your total Maryland deer bag limit.
A valid Hunter Education Certificate, a 2026-2027 Maryland Hunting License, and an Archery Stamp (for the 8 archery hunters) are required to participate in this hunt.
Participants must provide their own hunting equipment for this hunt. All weapons must meet the minimum requirements for deer hunting listed in the Maryland Guide to Hunting and Trapping.
Space: 12 participants (8 archery, 4 firearms), chosen by lottery.
Cost: $100 (Includes registration, instruction, lunch Friday and Saturday, and camp accommodations.)
Location: 10201 Bee Oak Road, Brandywine, MD 20613
Date/Time: Friday, November 6, 2026 - 9:00am to 5:00pm (Classroom Day) and Saturday, November 7, 2026 - 4:30am start, end time TBD (Hunt Day)
Additional information and the registration form can be found here.
If you have additional questions about this event, please contact Candice Collison at
[email protected].
HUNT ON MARYLAND’S EASTERN SHORE – Henderson MD
November 29 -30, 2026
This Beyond BOW Clinic will be mentored with a 1 on 1 guided whitetail deer hunt experience for new and low experienced hunters. Participants will arrive on a Sunday, participate in a wildlife presentation, safety briefing, range time, and proficiency shoot. Participants will then hunt on Monday, with their mentor.
Requirements:
Participants must be available to attend both days of the workshop
Participants must have a valid Maryland Regular Full Season Hunting License or Apprentice License.
Participants will be required to have hunter safety.
Participants must provide a firearm, shotgun or straight wall cartridge rifle and appropriate ammo. Participants must provide their own hunting equipment for this hunt. All weapons must meet the minimum requirements for deer hunting listed in the Maryland Guide to Hunting and Trapping. Rentals may be available through Schrader's Outdoors, where we will be staying, but participants will be responsible for those arrangements for themselves.
Optics should be sighted in prior to attending.
Participants must be 18 years or older to participate.
Recommended firearms: 20ga slug, 12ga slug, & 350 legend straight wall. Ammo recommendations can be provided if needed.
This workshop is intended for women who have limited deer hunting experience but all are welcome to apply. Applicants will be chosen by lottery. Preference will be given to hunters with fewer years of experience.
Cost: $225
Location: Henderson, MD (Exact location will be shared with selected participants)
Date/Time: Sunday, November 29 - 9:00am - 5:00pm (classroom day) and Monday, November 30 - 4:30am start, end time TBD (hunt day)
Important Deadlines:
October 14, 2026 - Last day to apply (google form will close at 6pm)
November 15, 2026 - Cancellation deadline for full refund
November 22, 2026 - Cancellation deadline for 50% refund
The cost for this two day clinic is $225 per person.
Please answer all questions as honestly and as detailed as possible. Submitting an application does not automatically enroll you in the program. Your application will be kept confidential and only be used for administrative purposes. Please register here.
For questions, email Tina Gregor at [email protected] or Stephanie Johns at [email protected].
Be sure to check back for additional workshops throughout the year.
Click here to see a list of all the classes we've offered
(not all classes listed are offered at every workshop).
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Coordinator
Torey Vayer
[email protected]
580 Taylor Ave., E-1
Annapolis, Maryland 21401
