WILD Women Workshop: Firearm Safety, August 8 at Crex Meadows Wildlife Area
http://dnr.wi.gov/news/releases/article/?id=3669
GRANTSBURG, Wis. -- Women 18 or older can take part in a unique outdoor experience that introduces them to basic firearm safety, handling, and target shooting during an upcoming workshop at Crex Meadows State Wildlife Area.
WILD Women Workshop: Firearm Safety will be held from 9 a.m. to noon on Saturday, August 8. The workshop will be facilitated by Department of Natural Resources staff with the goal of providing an atmosphere where women feel comfortable learning new skills associated with outdoor activities. The workshop will offer hands-on instruction in a relaxed and non-threatening learning environment. The WILD Women program series helps women grow and become more competent in outdoor activities by offering classes in an encouraging, supportive, and non-competitive learning atmosphere.
"This workshop is for you if you have never fired a rifle or shotgun but have hoped for an opportunity to learn or if you are a beginner who wants to improve your skills," said Kristi Pupak, wildlife conservation educator at Crex. "If you have experience with some firearms it's also an opportunity to try new ones. Participants will enjoy the camaraderie of likeminded individuals."
This workshop is for women of all adult ages, abilities, and backgrounds.
Pre-registration is required, but there is no registration fee and a lunch and refreshments are provided. Recommended to bring: closed toe shoes, insect repellent, water bottle, rain jacket, folding chair, camera, sunglasses. Lodging available with space limited to 20 participants. Workshop is filled on a first-come first-served basis. WILD Women classes are kept small so that participants receive plenty of one-on-one interaction with friendly, supportive instructors.
Programs continue throughout the summer at Crex Meadows Wildlife Education & Visitors Center. Stop by the visitor center to get the latest information and answers to all of your questions. Crex Meadows State Wildlife Area is located at: 102 East Crex Avenue, Grantsburg, WI 54840. For more information search the DNR website, dnr.wi.gov, for keywords Crex Meadows.
To pre-register, please contact: Kristi Pupak, Wildlife Conservation Educator at 715-463-2739 or via email: Kristina.pupak@wisconsin.gov
Wildlife conservation education programs are supported by Friends of Crex, donations always appreciated.
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