Maximum of 40 participants. Registration is required. Cost is $20.
Hey, ladies! Have you ever wanted to explore the great outdoors, but did not know where to begin? Come join us at Roaring River State Park for Women in Nature’s full-day experience to learn some new skills, taught by all female instructors. This event is intended to be educational and relaxing. Whether you are new to the outdoors or consider yourself an expert, we will help you gain a few new skills and improve your techniques in a relaxed, fun and supportive atmosphere.
Time:
9 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. (Check-in starts at 8:30 a.m.)
Location:
Check in at Camp Smokey. From Highway F, drive to the end of Campground 3 Road; Camp Smokey is on the left, just past the fish cleaning station.
Accommodations:
The cabins at Camp Smokey will be available for you stay in on Friday, Sept. 12, and Saturday, Sept. 13. The cost is $6 plus tax, per night. To arrange accommodations at Camp Smokey, contact Anna Skalicky at
QW5uYSAhIFNrYWxpY2t5IHwgZG5yICEgbW8gISBnb3Y=. If you are interested in staying at the Emory Melton Inn, please contact the park concessionaire at 417-847-2330 or visit their website.
Age Requirements:
Participants must be at least 10 years old. Any participants under the age of 18 years must be accompanied by an adult 18 years or older.
Lunch:
Participants must bring their own lunch. A refrigerator is available at Camp Smokey. The park store offers some basic food items, including sandwiches, chips and granola bars.
Activities (may be subject to change):
Archery and Atlatl (Low-Moderate*)
Archery is a time-honored sport that is growing in popularity. It is not only good fun but good exercise – and now you can learn how it’s done. You will also get an introduction to atlatl throwing. This course will cover archery and atlatl safety, ethics, shooting techniques, and equipment selection. You will receive personal instruction and adequate time to practice what you learn.
Basketry (Low*)
Roaring River volunteer and retired National Park Service interpreter Marty Falkenstien will present a program on basketry. Basketry is the oldest form of art, predating pottery and stone carving, and was traditionally performed by women. See a large variety of baskets made from sticks, bark, grasses and twigs, and learn the skills needed to make your own basket at home.
Fly Fishing Basics (Moderate*)
Learn the basics of fly fishing, including casting, flies, reeling and catching the fish. All equipment, including spin rods, will be provided, but feel free to bring your favorite rod, reel and tackle.
Wild Edible Mocktails (Low*)
You've probably seen mocktail recipes circulating all over the internet, but did you know you can make mocktails with ingredients from your own backyard? In this program, we will make several fun nonalcoholic drinks using a variety of wild edible ingredients.
Optional Activity: Campfire Music
Join us at 7 p.m. for a campfire and gathering at Camp Smokey! We will have s’mores, and you're encouraged to bring your instruments if you’d like to play around the fire.
*Physical Activity Guide:
Please be advised that WIN: Women in Nature programs are outdoor activities. Participants will be walking on tread surfaces at times that contain roots or embedded rocks and may have elevation changes.
To help participants anticipate each course and know what physical levels to expect, a physical activity rating system has been created. You will find a physical level rating for each course next to the course name in the Activities section of this page.
Low: requires minimal physical skill/endurance (example: lecture-based and hands-on activities in a classroom)
Moderate: requires moderate physical skill/endurance (examples: lecture-based and hands-on activities while standing or taking short walks)
High: requires high levels of skill/endurance (examples: lecture-based and hands-on activities while standing, hiking, lifting or engaging in full-body movement)
Registration, Refunds and Cancellations:
Registration is $20, and there is a maximum of 40 participants.
Click on the "REGISTER HERE" link below to register. When you get to the registration website, click on the "Show 2 sessions" box below the full-day listing. Then, click on the green "Sign up!" button to register.
Registration open and close dates are listed on the registration website. All slots will be filled on a first-come, first-served basis. Register at
https://icampmo1.usedirect.com/MSPWeb/Activities/Search.aspx?search_text=women%20in%20nature.
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