Outdoor Beach Women (PDF)

Become an Outdoor Beach Woman and learn the fundamentals of many outdoor skills from knowledgeable instructors in a fun and relaxed environment! This event give participants the opportunity to attend four educational sessions. Educational courses include archery basics, outdoor cooking, kayaking, fly casting, intro to shotgun, mountain biking, hiking and backpacking, wilderness survival, backyard habitat and wildlife watching. This one day event is scheduled from 9 am - 5 pm at Munden Point Park and is in partnership with Virginia Beach Parks and Recreation. See flyer for course descriptions and registration form. Let's take it outside, girls! . For more information, contact Jimmy Mootz at 804-367-0656 or jimmy.mootz@dgif.virginia.gov.

Women in the Outdoors (PDF)

Tri-County Spurs Chapter NWTF, VDGIF and Gander Mountain have teamed up to offer a Women in the Outdoors day at the Gander Mountain in Ashland, VA. If you are interested in learning new outdoor skills, meeting others with similar interests and spending time with friends and family, then this event is for you! Some of the 2 hour classes offered include: Outdoor Cooking, Archery, Outdoor Photography, GPS and Wilderness First Aid, to name a few. Please look at the attached brochure for more information and registration forms. This workshop is designed for women 14 years of age and older. Participants under 18 must be accompanied by a registered adult.. For more information, contact Cherie Smith at 804-303-2554 or reenangel@comcast.net.

Flat Out Catfishing X 2 (PDF)

Back by Popular demand! There are 2 dates this year to choose from: July 8th and August 5th. These educational workshops are designed for individuals who are interested in learning about fishing for flathead catfish. Workshops are designed for adults 18 years and over. Participants will wade for big flathead catfish with professional guide and instructor Mike Ostrander from the James River Fishing School. Participants are required to have a current Virginia freshwater fishing license. Lunch and tackle will be provided. Workshop fee is $35. Please Register by June 10th for the July 8th workshop and register by July 15th for the August 5th workshop. Space is limited and this educational workshop fills quickly!. For more information, contact Chris Dunnavant at 804-367-6778 or chris.dunnavant@dgif.virginia.gov.

Flat Out Catfishing X 2! (PDF)

Back by Popular demand! This educational workshop is designed for individuals who are interested in learning about fishing for flathead catfish. Workshops are designed for adults 18 years and over. Participants will wade for big flathead catfish with professional guide and instructor Mike Ostrander from the James River Fishing School. Participants are required to have a current Virginia freshwater fishing license. Lunch and tackle will be provided. Workshop fee is $35. Please Register by July 15th for the August 5th workshop. Workshop is scheduled from 8 AM - 4 PM Space is limited and this educational workshop fills quickly!. For more information, contact Chris Dunnavant at 804-367-6778 or chris.dunnavant@dgif.virginia.gov.

2008 Virginia Big Game Contest (Eastern Regional)

69th Annual Eastern Regional Championship. Southampton County Fairgrounds. See VPSA Web site link for details. For more information, contact Kenneth Pickin at 757-229-0490.

Eastern Shore Birding and Wildlife Festival

The Eastern Shore Birding and Wildlife Festival is changing dates! The 16th annual festival will be held on September 19th, 20th and 21st in Cape Charles. The festival continue to offer a variety of trips led by experts. Come see the natural spectacle of migration. Vast numbers of raptors and songbirds pour through the Eastern Shore on their way to southern wintering grounds. Colorful butterflies and dazzling dragonflies add to the natural wonder of the Eastern Shore. Save the date and don't miss this one of a kind experience!. For more information, contact Eastern Shore of VA Chamber of Commerce at 757-787-2460 or info@esvachamber.org.

Virginia Big Game Contest (Western Regional & State Championship)

69th Annual Western Regional and State Championships. Rockingham County Fairgrounds. See VPSA Web site link for details. For more information, contact Jon Ritenour at 540-434-8028.

Shenandoah Valley Audubon Birding Festival

Shenandoah Audubon's Annual Birding Festival will be on Nov 1st of this year. Join us from 10 am until 4 pm in the War Memorial building in Winchester. There will be demonstrations with live birds and talks about how to identify birds at this annual event. Scouts can earn merit badges. There will be experts available to answer all your birding questions. Basic birding and bird walks will be offered. Bird books and crafts will be for sale. Top quality bird seed also will be available for purchase. Submit a bird related photo by Oct. 1st and you may win a pair of binoculars (see Web page)! Bird carving will be demonstrated and other conservation groups will have exhibits. Admission is FREE. There will be lots of fun activities for the children. For more information, contact at .