Yesterday I was at my favorite store, Bass Pro of Independence, picking up the registration forms for our WITO event coming up in August.....more about that soon!!
But first, info about WITO. Women in the Outdoors is an outreach program of the National Wild Turkey Federation (NWTF), which is a huge non-profit organization. The mission statement of the NWTF is " working for the conservation of the wild turkey and preservation of our hunting traditions"
Quotes from the power point presentation of NWTF/WITO
"An integral part of keeping the hunting heritage alive is the women who make up the members of NWTF /Women in the Outdoors Program"
WITO was started in 1998 by the NWTF to introduce women to the outdoors and our nation's hunting and conservation traditions. The program has grown by leaps and bounds to what it is today. In 1998 there were 8 events being offered...in 2008, there were over 200 events offered all over the United States. "
Which leads me to our event, which is being generously sponsored by the Bass Pro Shop of Independence......the manager, Brian and the special events planner, April, are just super people to work with!! Supportive and energetic, they are all about getting women involved in the great outdoors!!!! Bass Pro opens it doors and provides meeting rooms, some of our teachers and lots of resources to support this great non-profit NWTF/WITO
So, please, ladies 14 years old and above, you are invited to our WITO Outdoors Skills Workshop!!! This is the second year that it has been held at the Bass Pro of Independence. We had a fun event last year and expect that this one will be even better. This is like "day camp for grownups" An opportunity to stretch your wings and try something new and exciting in a setting that encourages comfort and fun!!! So what if you have never fished or gone hunting with your Dad!? This event is designed to introduce you to outdoor activities in a friendly, laid-back environment!!! You don't have to be a fitness queen to attend..there is something for everyone!!!! Listed are the classes that you can choose from:
Archery, Antler Jewelry making, Bass and Crappie fishing, Dutch Oven Cooking, Duct Tape Tote bags, Fly Fishing,Fly Tying, Grilling Techniques, Handguns and Shotguns ( at Lake City Range, with qualified instructors) Hiking and Backpacking, Kayaking, Polished Stone jewelry making, Turkey Tail Taxidermy, Trailer Backing, Turkey Feather Painting.
Wow, what fun...I can't wait!! Plus we will have stuff to buy and silent auctions, also some giveaways!
Put August 21st ( Friday eve social) and August 22nd (Sat, all day at Bass Pro) on your planner!
For more info or to get a registration form, go to http://www.womenintheoutdoors.org/ click on the "events" and then click on Missouri when the map of the USA appears!
Or email or call me, I would be happy to send you a form......the favorite classes fill fast, so book early! janetsue at 816 305-5872 janfilberth@yahoo.com
PS: Some of us will be camping Friday and Saturday night and attending the events....making a weekend out of it! Reserve your site ( tent or trailer) by calling 816 503-4800..book early, they regularly fill that campground, Lake Jacomo
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