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Workshops range from 1-3 day events and are held at various locations across Kentucky. Come find out why thousands of women have already participated in this unique opportunity to learn more about hunting, fishing, boating and wildlife-related adventures in the Bluegrass State!
The BOW workshops are for you if...
Some of the classes held at most workshops are...
Conducted by the Kentucky Department of Fish and Wildlife Resources, Department of Parks, the Cooperative Extension Service, and the University of Kentucky.
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Beyond BOW - White Bass Fishing Webinar
Join us for an in-depth White Bass Fishing Webinar covering everything you need to know about catching this exciting species! Whether you’re a beginner or an experienced angler, this webinar will equip you with the knowledge to be successful this season. Learn the best gear for targeting white bass. Learn how to access the Spring Run and how to make the most of it. Get insider advice from experienced anglers.
Featuring the following Special Guests:
BONUS: By attending, you'll also receive an invitation to join us for a mentored fishing trip to put your new skills to the test!
Please Note:This event is primarily for women 16 and older. A valid fishing license is required to participate in the mentored fishing trip.
Date: June 15, 2024 - 8am-noon (Eastern)Location: Fern Creek Sportsman's Club, Louisville KentuckyCost: Free, Participants need a valid KY Fishing License
This event will be hosted by the Kentucky Department of Fish and Wildlife Resources and Fern Creek Sportsmen's Club. This will be an un-intimidating and informative introduction to fishing, archery, basic rifles (.22 caliber), and shotguns! This event is designed for ladies to gain confidence with firearms and fishing in a safe environment surrounded by other like-minded individuals! This event is open to all women 18 years and older. Attendees who are ages 16 and 17 years of age can register for the event, but they must attend and register with a female attendee who is at least 18 years and older. This event is free, but all participants must have a valid hunting or fishing license at the day of the event. A hunting or fishing license can be purchased on our License and Permit Fees page. Find us on Facebook!
Please check back for registration information.
Dates: September 20-22, 2024Location: Camp Webb, in Grayson, Kentucky
The workshop will be located at Camp Webb, located in Grayson, Kentucky. This is our annual BOW Weekend Workshop that we offer every year for women 18 years and up. Participants will be able to sign up for 4 classes. Each class is roughly 3 hours long. Registration fee also covers meals and lodging for the weekend.
Participants can sleep in a bunkhouse or bring their own tent/hammock. Everyone has access to use the bathhouses. A registration link will be posted on this website, posted on our Facebook page (@kentuckybow) and sent out in our email list.
NEW THIS YEAR!
Due to the usual high demand during registration, we are going to separate the registration from the class selection.
On July 29th at 9am - Registration for the BOW weekend begins. If you have already registered for the Kayak Fishing course, you WOULD NOT need to register for the BOW weekend.
July 30th at 9am - If you completed registration for the BOW weekend or Kayak Fishing Class, you will receive an email from Megan Bagby (megan.bagby@ky.gov)with the link to complete the class selection. You will have until August 1st at 11:59pm (eastern) to complete your class selection. At this point you will pay the weekend fee of $150.
Registration for the Kayak Fishing class is now closed. BOW weekend event registration will begin July 29th at 9am (EST).
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