19th Annual Omaha Longbeards Women in the Outdoors Workshop August 17 18, 2018 Platte River State Park Louisville, NE The Women in the Outdoors Program provides opportunities for women and girls (14+) to learn and enjoy outdoor skills in a friendly environment, meet people with similar interests, and obtain a greater appreciation of the outdoor world. 2018 Class List Attracting Backyard Birds * Basic Archery Basic Dutch Oven Breakfast Bonanza * Basic Dutch Oven Dinner @ Grandma s * Basic Fishing Pre-registration is required, limited to 75. Beginner Shotgun Classes are filled in order of receipt of paid registration. Beginners Guide to the Great Outdoors Bow Hunting Registration Deadline - July 31, 2018 Gun Cleaning and Care Registration fee ($95) includes Friday and Saturday classes, dinner on Friday, breakfast and lunch on Saturday, and a 1 year membership to WITO/NWTF. Hanging Macramé Candle Holder* Hike and Sketch /Journal * Introduction to Firearms Introduction to Handgun Shooting * Introduction to Kayaking Kayaking Knife Sharpening Turkey Hunting Basics Yoga Winner of 'Best Event 1-75 participants' for the 2014 Workshop Registration and WITO Membership $95 ** If you joined at last year s event you MUST renew your membership this year. ** Have you purchased a membership at an NWTF Banquet or WITO event in 2018? Subtract $35. Each vehicle must have a Nebraska 2018 Annual Park Permit or 2018 Daily Park Permit for each day. Available online or at the park office. Classes with an * are new.
Courses Please Note Organizing the workshop takes place several months in advance. Every effort is made to offer all scheduled classes. Due to circumstances beyond our control, instructors and schedules may change. Attracting Backyard Birds - Are you interested in learning about feeding the birds in your neighborhood? Do you have questions about which feeders and seed types attract birds to your yard? This class will focus on the basics and beyond of backyard bird feeding. Class will be indoors. New Basic Archery - Introduction to archery and shooting! The lesson includes a brief discussion of history, safety and equipment. You are guided through the fun of picking up a bow for the first time (or in a long time), and leave with the confidence of having a well rounded introduction, and the resources to explore the sport further. All equipment is included or bring your own. Basic Dutch Oven Breakfast Bonanza Looking for something new to cook in camp for breakfast? Come get some new ideas for easy, fast, and tasty morning meals. We will also discuss Dutch oven cooking methods, selection, and care. This is a beginner-level class, all welcome. New Basic Dutch Oven Dinner @ Grandma s - Cooking chicken and gravy, biscuits, German green beans, and gooey chocolate cake in Dutch ovens will transport you right back to Sunday dinner at grandma s house. We will also discuss Dutch oven cooking methods, selection, and care. This is a beginner-level class, all welcome. New Basic Fishing - Hands-on instruction for choosing equipment, as well as landing the fish. Learn about equipment, knot tying, choosing bait, loading a reel and casting in this logical and simple approach to fishing. Participants will need a 2018 NE fishing permit ($7.50 1 day permit for resident or $9.50 for nonresident). Beginner Shotgun - Learn proper techniques in gun handling safety and get tips on how to shoot shotguns. Participants will shoot clay rocks. Firearms and safety items will be provided. Must have prior shooting experience or take Intro to Firearms. Beginners Guide to the Great Outdoors - How to be prepared for anything from a walk in the park to a multiday camping trip. Topics include: What are the 10 essentials and how do I use them; What is Leave No Trace; First Aid basics and how to avoid needing them in the first place; Reading the weather. Rave reviews as a new class last year. Bow Hunting - This class will cover the basics of bow hunting and equipment. You will shoot at various animal targets learn tree stand selection, safety, preparation for hunting, tracking and preparation and care of game. Free Time - We know some want to enjoy the social activities on Friday but not interested in a class after a day at work. This option does not take a space away in a class. Explore the park on your own, take a nap, or hang out with friends. Gun Cleaning and Care - Learn the basics to gun cleaning, types of lubricants/solvents and how to break a firearm down for cleaning and putting it back together. Hanging Macramé Candle Holder - Lanterns hung from trees are so romantic, could hang when camping, in the yard, porch or wherever you can securely place the hanging ring. Keep bugs away with a citronella candle, or add a battery operated votive with a timer to hang and forget on the porch. Create a custom handmade macramé hanger including jar, ring, and candle. New Most classes are outdoors, wear sun and bug protection for your personal comfort and safety for all classes.
Courses Hike and Sketch or Journal - Go for an easy hike along the trails of the park with a naturalist and artist. Learn about some of the native plants and insects along the way, then spend time sketching what you saw. Wear comfortable shoes. Bring your sketch pad, or journal if you wish or just enjoy that time to sit and reflect in nature. New Introduction to Firearms - Learn basic firearm safety, range safety, the use of various firearms and gun handling. Gain confidence and knowledge about firearms. Time permitting, class will conclude with live shooting. Firearms and safety items will be provided. If you have no prior shooting experience, this class is required for beginning shotgun or beginning rifle. Introduction to Handgun Shooting - Join some of the best women instructors in Nebraska who will guide you through a safe, fun, and engaging session. Learn what you need to know to confidently and safely handle a firearm. The program will address gun safety, firearms vocabulary, how a pistol operates, how to select the best firearm for you and how to safely and competently fire. You will be introduced to a most enjoyable past-time that you can do on your own, with friends and family. Facilitated by Patricia Harrold, State Leader & Regional Trainer of the Well Armed Woman Chapters, she and her team will help you leave the session feeling empowered, educated & equipped! Class is limited to woman 21 years and up, 18-20 yr old may participate with a female parent or guardian over 21. No one under 18. New Introduction to Kayaking - Haven t tried kayaking before and want to learn the basics or practice skills on the lake? Learn the basics of this popular sport. Information will include water safety, how to enter and exit the boat, paddle strokes and other maneuvers. Participants will practice skills on the lake, so prepare to get wet. No experience needed. Kayaking - Have kayaking experience on a lake and ready to get wet and wild and take a trip down the river with NE Game & Parks staff? This class requires people to be able to get in and out of a kayak on river sandbars, be able to drag a kayak in a river situation and be able to paddle the distance down the river. Prior kayaking experience on water is a must! Under 18 may participate with parent or guardian listed on registration form in the same class. Knife Sharpening - This class is geared to anyone who wants to learn how to create and maintain a sharp edge on kitchen, pocket or hunting knives. The course covers care and maintenance of blade sharpening. This is a hands-on class. Bring 1 or 2 personal knives to sharpen. Turkey Hunting Basics - This class will cover the basics of hunting wild turkeys. Discussion will include hunting strategies include equipment, clothing, camouflage, calling, patterning a shotgun, chokes to use and safety. Participants will shoot shotguns on the range, then move to another park area to discuss blinds and decoys. Yoga - Learn to use Yoga postures to create strength, flexibility, and stress reduction. All levels encouraged. If you have a yoga mat available, please bring it. Will have some available for use. Questions Additional information will be available on our website closer to the workshop. Look for links on raffle information, the weekend menu, what to bring, directions, etc. www.omahawito.weebly.com If you have any questions, contact Karen or Nicole at 402-909-5138 or OmahaWITO@gmail.com An email will be sent to all registered participants in early August with class assignments. Cancellation Policy - Cancel after July 15, you are responsible for the full fee.
Friday Evening Friday night classes and dinner are included with the registration fee. Check in anytime after 4, buffet dinner ready by 5. Classes start at 6:30. After class is free time and weather permitting a campfire behind the Goldenrod Cabins. Friday: Starting at 4pm 5:00 Dinner Check In (if you arrive a little early, we may still be finishing up, but will check you in as soon as possible) 5:45 6:15 Welcome and Announcements 6:30-8:00 Friday Night class session Campfire (weather permitting) and Free Time Saturday: 6:30 am Check In & Breakfast 7:00-7:45 Morning Announcements, Diva Drawing 8:00-9:30 Session 1 10:00-11:30 Session 2 8:00 11:30 Extended AM Session 12:00 Silent Auction Closes 12:00-1:00 Lunch and drawings 1:00 Group Picture 1:30 3:00 Session 3 3:30-5:00 Session 4 1:30 5:00 Extended PM Session 5:00-5:45 Closing comments and additional drawings Additional Information Early Bird Raffle Tickets - Received by July 15 receive $10 (12 tickets) in raffle tickets free! Raffles & Silent Auction items are available so bring cash, check or credit card. Shirts - New shirt brand and style starting in 2017. Very comfy, not too hot and eye catching design. Two options for cut and style in performance dri-fit shirt, see below and select the size and style you want on the registration. Both are $11 each: Men s fit crew neck XS 32-34, S 35-37, M 38-40, L 41-43, XL 44-46, 2X 47-49, 3X 50-53, 4X 54-57 Ladies' fit V-neck XS 2, S 4/6, M 8/10, L12/14, XL16/18, 2X 20/22, 3X 24/26, 4X 28/30 Staying Overnight? Lodging is in camper cabins with 5 people per cabin, all cabins have 2 sets of bunk beds and a full/queen bed. Bedding provided (make and strip your bed), towels, refrigerators in the cabins. Bathroom and shower facilities are located nearby. All camper cabins have a/c. Cabin space is $30 per person. Space is filled in order of registration received. Stay a second night (cabins) at no additional cost - explore the park or just relax. Dinner Saturday and breakfast Sunday is on your own. Bring your own food and charcoal to cook over the grill at cabin, or visit nearby restaurants in Louisville or South Bend. There is a breakfast buffet at the park restaurant in the Scott Lodge on Sundays. We are not offering a teepee option. If you wish to reserve a teepee for the weekend contact the Park Office @ 402-234-2217.
Complete registration form on other side and send in. **Registrations are entered in order of receipt through USPS mail or email if payment is completed online. We cannot be held accountable for delays in mail service. Confirmation of receipt will be sent via email or Facebook message. If you have not received an email please email us, as we may have your email address wrong.** Please let us know if you would like to help at the WITO Event in any of the areas below or have something you may wish to contribute to the raffle (Please check all that apply). We have a very small committee this year and can use all the help we can get. I would like to make a donation to the raffle at WITO Event (Contact: Karen at javagirl423@gmail.com) Set up / Clean Up Help with set-up of tables and chairs, table covers, etc. Put together any remaining folders (if applicable) Drive van from Omaha Rent a Van to Platte River State Park on Friday afternoon (before classes) Help with clean-up after the event Volunteer To Help Drive van from Platte River State Park to Omaha Rent a Van Saturday evening (after class and drawings) Meals - Prep / Serving / Clean up Food Prep for Friday dinner (Friday Afternoon) Food Prep for Saturday breakfast (Friday evening after class) Help assist in the food serving line - select below Friday Evening Saturday Breakfast Saturday Lunch Wipe tables after meals Friday Evening Saturday Breakfast Saturday Lunch Other way I can help. Please specify: Thank you for any help you may offer. Your involvement is always appreciated! PLEASE PRINT YOUR CONTACT INFORMATION BELOW. Name: Cell Phone: E-Mail Address:
Last Name: Omaha WITO Registration 2018 Participants 14-17 yrs. old must be accompanied by a woman over 18 years old. Shirt Size: See Additional Information for size details. $11 each Men s XS S M L XL 2X 3X 4X Ladies XS S M L XL 2X 3X 4X Name Address City State County Zip E-mail Emergency Contact Name Phone Number Contact Number Are you under 18? If yes, your age: If under 18, you must be accompanied by female over 18 at the event. Name of parent or guardian: If this is your first time at this event, referred by Select one New/Renewing Member Current member Spending the Night? Are you capable of taking an upper bunk? Yes No Optional friend (s) you want to room with: Course Selections: Indicate first (1), second (2), and third (3), choice for each session. (Extended AM/PM run two class sessions). Courses are assigned on a first-come, first-served basis. Class with an * are new. Class with # have age restriction, see description. Friday Night Session 6:30-8:00 pm Basic Archery Beg Shotgun Free Time* Gun Cleaning and Care Hanging Macramé Candle Holder* Hike & Sketch /Journal * Intro to Firearms Saturday Classes Session #1 8-9:30 am Session #2 10-11:30 am Session #3 1:30-3 pm Session #4 3:30-5:00 pm Basic D.O. Breakfast* Hike & Sketch /Journal * Intro Kayaking Attracting Backyard Birds* Beg Guide 2 Great Outdoors Yoga Beg Guide 2 Great Outdoors Gun Cleaning and Care Hanging Macramé Candle Holder* Attracting Backyard Birds* Basic D.O. Dinner * Knife Sharpening Yoga Or Extended AM Session 8-11:30 am Or Extended PM Session 1:30-5:00 pm Basic Fishing Bow Hunting Hand Gun Shooting* # Turkey Hunting Basics* Hand Gun Shooting* # Kayaking # Please select alternate choices for each session. In the event your first choice is full, or cancelled for unforeseen circumstances, we use this list to place you in another class. If no alternates are selected, a class will be chosen for you. If you wish to pay by credit card, please visit the following website. https://squareup.com/store/omahawito Registration Deadline July 29, 2016. Registrations the day of event are not accepted. Registration Fee $95 $ Advance Purchase Raffle Ticket Purchased membership in 2018? Registration = $60 30 tickets $20 $ Event 72 tickets $40 $ Overnight Option Shirt - select size above $11 $ A/C cabin $30 $ Total Payment: $ Complete one form per person, and mail to: Karen Wedergren Women in the Outdoors, 927 Homer Street, Omaha, NE 68107 Make checks payable to: Women in the Outdoors. $20 fee is assessed on all returned checks.