Press Release, No. 06-07: February 1, 2006

Contacts:
Anchorage: Tracy Smith at (907) 267-2896 or
Kirk Lingofelt at (907) 267-2534
Soldotna: Patti Berkhahn at (907) 260-2943

“Becoming An Outdoors-Woman” Mat-Su Valley Workshop: February 10th Early Registration Deadline

(Juneau) – The Alaska Department of Fish and Game will host a “Becoming an Outdoors-Woman" workshop on March 24, 25 and 26, 2006 at Victory Bible Camp near Palmer.

“Becoming an Outdoors-Woman” is an international program designed to introduce people to hunting, fishing, and other outdoor activities. Over 40 hands-on sessions are scheduled, including firearm safety, bear safety, bow hunting, trapping, field dressing of fish and game, ice fishing, salmon fishing, fly tying, dog mushing, snow machining, chain saw safety, canning and smoking, and winter camping. All sessions are taught at the beginner level and no prior experience is necessary.

The fee is $200 for applications postmarked by February 10th and $225 for applications postmarked after February 10th. The fee includes meals and lodging as well as instruction, program materials, and use of demonstration equipment.

Registration is required. Registration forms and more information are posted at www.wildlife.alaska.gov/index.cfm?adfg=he.bow or by contacting Tracy Smith in Anchorage at 267-2896 or Kirk Lingofelt in Anchorage at 267-2534, or Patti Berkhahn in Soldotna at 260-2943.

Please mail registrations to:
ADF&G, attention Tracy Smith
Division of Sport Fish, 333 Raspberry Road
Anchorage, AK, 99518

Registrations cannot be accepted over the phone or by fax.

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