7/3/2021 | Knob Noster State Park | Knob Noster, MO
Hey, ladies! Have you ever wanted to explore the great outdoors, but did not know where to begin? Come to Knob Noster State Park for Women in Nature’s half-day experience to learn some new skills, taught by all female instructors.
DATE: July 3, 2021
TIME:
9 a.m. to noon
LOCATION:
Clearfork Day-Use Area, Clearfork Picnic Shelter
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. - Dutch oven cooking (low*)
Participants will learn how to cook in a Dutch oven and pie iron. Food will be provided for participants to prepare, and samples will be available.
No registration required for this event
If you have any questions, please email rebecca.young@dnr.mo.gov
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 or Knob Noster State Park at 660-563-2463.
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