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WIN: Women in Nature

7/12/2020 | Finger Lakes State Park | Columbia, MO

Hey, Ladies! Have you ever wanted to explore the great outdoors, but did not know where to begin? Come to Finger Lakes State Park for Women in Nature’s half-day experience to learn some new skills, taught by all female instructors.

Date: July 12, 2020

Time:

  • 12:30 p.m. to 4:45 p.m.

Location:

Finger Lakes State Park, the beach parking lot.

Age Requirements:

Participants must be at least 10 years of age. Children 17 and under must be accompanied by a parent or guardian. (Parent/Guardian does not have to participate, but must be there to provide adult supervision.)

Activities:

  • Kayaking (Moderate/High*)
    Learn the basics of flatwater kayaking (i.e., equipment, entry and exit, strokes, safety, water, and wind). By the end of the class you will feel more comfortable on the water, better understand the safety risks around you and will have had fun. Participants will have time to practice and explore.
  • Archery (Low/Moderate*)
    Archery is enjoyable, inspiring and a good work out. This course will cover archery safety, ethics, shooting techniques and equipment selection. Participants will receive personal instruction and adequate time to practice what they learn.

Registration:

Registration is $10.

Maximum of 20 participants. The classes are $10, and registration is required. Click on the "REGISTER HERE" link below to register. When you get to the registration website, you will need to enter "WIN" in the "Search Text" box. The classes that are currently open for registration will pop up. Registration closes five weeks after the registration open date. All slots will be filled on a first-come, first-served basis.

REGISTER HERE – REGISTRATION OPENS MAY 25​

If a class is full, you will have the option to register for the waitlist. If you register for the waitlist and a spot becomes available, you will be sent an email asking if you are still interested. You will have 24 hours to reply and secure your spot.

If you have any questions, please email rebecca.young@dnr.mo.gov

Non-Transferrable registrations

WIN registrations are non-transferrable to any other person(s) for any reason at any time. If a cancellation is necessary, please see cancellations below.

Refunds/ Cancellations:

All cancellations will need to be done over the phone or via email. Please contact Rebecca Young at 573-751-9264 or email Rebecca.young@dnr.mo.gov.

Confirmation Packet

WIN participants will receive a confirmation email after registration has been completed. Please allow for five days for processing. The confirmation email will include a detailed agenda and special instructions including what to pack and what to expect.

Program Change Policy:

Organizers reserve the right to cancel, reschedule or relocate any proposed offering without prior notice. Insufficient enrollment or emergency cancellations by the instructor are examples of why a program offering could be canceled. Organizers also reserve the right to substitute instructors if necessary.

*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, embedded rocks and may have elevation changes. 

To help participants anticipate each course and know what physical levels to expect of each class, a physical activity rating system has been created. Listed in the class description you will find a physical level rating for each course.

  • Low: Requires minimal physical skill/endurance (Example: Lecture-based and hands-on activities in a classroom.)
  • Moderate: Requires moderate physical skill/endurance (Example: Lecture-based and hands-on activities while standing and short walks.)
  • High: Requires high levels of skill/endurance (Example: Lecture-based and hands-on activities while standing, hiking, lifting and full-body movement.)

For more information:

If you have any questions, please contact Rebecca Young with Missouri State Parks at rebecca.young@dnr.mo.gov.

 

1505 E. Peabody Road, Columbia, MO | 573-443-5315