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The BCWF Women Outdoors Program welcomes
you to our
Spring 2024 Women Outdoors Weekend
When: Apr 11-13, 2025
Where: Camp Imadene
Participate in our all-inclusive outdoor skills weekend for women.
All courses are conducted by qualified, patient and supportive
instructors in a safe, fun and educational environment.
Cost: $399.99 (+GST) for BCWF Members; $464.99 (+GST)
for non-members (this includes a one-year membership to the BC
Wildlife Federation). This fee includes instruction in all sessions,
program materials, use of equipment, meals, and lodgings.
Register now!
Space is limited and course selection is based
on a first-come, first-served basis. You will be able to choose your
top 8 courses and will be scheduled for 4 of those. Note that not all
courses are offered during each session
Courses offered at this
event will be:
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Hiking
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Go for a guided hike and enjoy
the beauty of this area while learning more about the
vegetation and different habitats. Learn about wilderness
safety and how to best prepare yourself for all types of situations.
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Archery + Fire-building
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Half of this session will be
learning and practicing archery. The second half will be
fire-starting using a variety of methods and practicing this
potential life-saving skill.
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Introduction to Off-Road Driving
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In this information-based
course, you will learn about the essential tools and items
needed for safe off-road adventures from the experts at the
4WD Association of BC. While there won't be any driving during
this course, you can be sure you'll feel prepared when it is
time to hit the road.
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Canoeing
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Learn canoe basics and safety.
Enjoy the serenity of the lake from a different point of view.
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Fishing basics
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In this course you will learn
the A to Z’s of fishing. From purchasing your fishing license
(how & where), finding and reading the regulations and
guidelines, to purchasing and setting up your rod and reel and
tying on a hook. You will also learn basic fishing etiquette ,
how to identify different fish species and what lures to
use/when. You will also go out and learn how to set up a rod
with a spinning reel and practice your casting as well.
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Fire building
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Instructors help you learn
proper axe handling techniques, all about tinder and how to
make an outdoor fire while practicing different fire starting techniques.
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Fly-tying basics
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Fur Handling & Pelt Preparation
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The BC Trappers Association
brings you an interactive and informative session where you
will learn about the reqirements fo obtaining a trapping
licence in BC, gain hands on experience skinning and
stretching a beaver hide under the guidance of a knowledgeable instructor
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Nature Photography
*Please note: All courses are subject to instructor
availability and number of interested participants and are
therefore subject to change*
If you have any questions about registration, please contact Lisa
Stephens, Women's Program Coordinator, at 1-888-881-2293 Ext 237 or programs@bcwf.bc.ca.
Cancellation Policy:
A cancellation fee of $75.00 will be deducted from all cancellations.
No refunds will be issued for any cancellation 30 days or less, prior
to the Women Outdoors Weekend, except in the case of a proven
emergency. Registrants who do not attend and have not cancelled 30
days in advance will forfeit the full registration fee.
**IMPORTANT**
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This is an alcohol & cannabis free event.
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This is a peanut-free and nut aware site.
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You must be 19 years of age or older to attend this program.
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Accommodations are in a group setting. Private room requests are
not available.
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