May
29
to Jun 1
Nov
8
to Nov 10
WILD WEEKEND-DECORAH, IA-FULL!!
WOMEN’S WILD WEEKEND
November 8th-10th
In the beautiful Northeast corner of Iowa in Decorah, Iowa. Enjoy a weekend of wild! Cabin stay with a bed for each hunter! It has a hot tub too!! We are trapping, pheasant hunting, racoon hunting with hounds!
All experience levels welcome!
FRIDAY:
4-6PM Arrive at Cabin for Snacks and head out to the raccoon woods!
SATURDAY:
Morning-Breakfast and Guided Pheasant Hunt
Lunch and relaxing
Evening- Dinner and Learn Trapping presented by Iowa Trapping Association
SUNDAY:
Morning- Breakfast and time to check traps! And departure.
$385 with payment plan option. A $100 deposit is nonrefundable.
Oct
20
5:30 PM17:30
Women's Goose Hunt Weekend-Ackley, IA -FULL!!
Goose Hunting Weekend - Ackley, Iowa
October 18th-20th
What to expect:
Learn to hunt Canadian Geese
Shooting Practice
Guided Hunt!!
Calling Practice
A weekend packed full of hands-on learning. Decoy setup, how-to's, calling practice, and guided hunt Sunday morning! Stay in included in nearby Eldora, Iowa.
Iowa Hunting License and Migratory Bird Fee and HIP Registration
FRIDAY:
5-6PM Arrive at Cabin for Snacks!
SATURDAY:
Morning-Breakfast and Head to Ackley Iowa and Crockett Ridge Shooting Range! For shooting, decoy setup, calling practice, and strategy.
Afternoon-Lunch
Evening- Dinner and Back to cabin to unwind and talk goose!
SUNDAY:
Morning- To Go Breakfast and Early morning goose hunt in Ackley, Iowa!
$255 with payment plan option. A $100 deposit is nonrefundable.
Sep
13
to Sep 15
Jun
28
to Jun 30
Bowfishing Weekend Nauvoo, Illinois-FULL!
June 28th-30th: Day and Night Bowfishing. Stay in Nauvoo, IL. Fishing Iowa/Illinois.
What to Expect:
Day and Night Fishing
Stay and Equipment supplied
Snacks and Food
Must obtain Fishing License, Iowa or Illinois is fine! We will be staying at home to ourselves. 6 beds!
$175
May
10
to May 12
Ladies Fly Fishing at Yellow River State Forest-FULL!
Ladies Fly Fishing at Yellow River State Forest in Harpers Ferry. May 10th-12th.
What to expect:
Guided Fly Fishing Saturday
Camping at Yellow River State Forest
Food + Snacks
Feel free to bring your rods! For additional fishing time outside of Saturday. Guided half day on Saturday.
Fishing License and Trout Stamp are required!
$175
Feb
16
to Feb 18
Feb
2
to Feb 3
Nov
11
to Nov 12
Feb
3
to Feb 5
Women's Lake Okoboji Ice Fishing-February 3rd-5th
Women’s Ice Fishing Weekend in Northwestern Iowa at Lake Okoboji, Friday, February 3rd to Sunday, February 5th. $350
We will be staying on the ICE!! We have 2 shacks with bunks, a tv, an oven, and a bathroom!! I will be providing food as well! All you need is warm clothes, pillow and blanket ! And of course your Fishing License !
You don’t have fishing gear? That’s ok! Shack, rods, and flashers included! Please just let me know so I can accommodate!
We will start late Friday morning/early afternoon and end Sunday morning. The exact boat ramp and meeting/parking location will be dialed in week of.
The trip is $350. I do require a $200 deposit to hold your spot. Please contact me and I will get you signed up and invoice out!!
No refunds after a month out.
Questions? Interest? Contact Steph hello@woodsandwatersproject.com
Nov
4
to Nov 5
Women's Pheasant Hunt West Union, Iowa
Women's Mentored Upland Hunt
Join Becoming an Outdoors Woman and Woods + Waters Project for a women's mentored hunt on November 4th & 5th in West Union, IA. The event centers around the habitat, the hunt, and the harvest.
Hunters will gather Saturday morning to begin learning about pheasant and other upland bird habitat and how they're biology impacts hunting tactics for a successful hunt. The afternoon will focus on firearms, clothing and other necessary equipment and wrap up with shooting practice and a "mock hunt". Saturday evening will include lessons on hunting dogs and how to get started training them.
Sunday morning will feature the hunt and upon return, instructors will be on hand to demonstrate how to field dress and share their favorite recipes and crafts using pheasant feathers.
Please note:
This is an active, skills-based event. Come prepared to get muddy, and dressed for the variable fall weather. We will do quite a bit of walking on varying terrain! Participants should bring their own equipment (12 or 20 gauge shotgun, ammunition and blaze orange). If you do not have a firearm, please let us know so we can work to arrange one for your use.
All participants are required to complete hunter education prior to attending. Visit www.iowadnr.gov/huntered to check out the various ways you can complete the course or to locate a class in your area.
Participants are required to purchase an Iowa hunting license and habitat stamp prior to attending. You can purchase online or to locate a retailer in your area.
Sep
9
to Sep 11
Women's Introduction to Archery Weekend
Back by popular demand!
Looking to get into archery? Archery Retreat September 9-11 near Bennett, Iowa!
Learn more at www.iowa.gov/bow or direct link to sign up: https://conta.cc/3AqvJTw
We will go over Archery as a whole, bowfishing, and bowhunting introduction! Can't wait!
Aug
5
to Aug 7
Women's Intro to Bowfishing Retreat
Women's Introduction to Bowfishing Retreat
Looking to get into bowfishing but unsure where to start? Join Steph from Woods + Waters Project for a Women's Intro to Bowfishing Retreat! Nestled on the rugged western edge of Iowa's Loess Hills and the Missouri River, participants will enjoy a hands on weekend, learning the ins and outs of bowfishing. Lodging, food and equipment will be provided.
Hosted by Steph Lane and the Ryba Brothers, Dalton and Beau
Join Steph Lane and the Ryba brothers, Dalton & Beau for a hands on weekend! The Ryba brothers are avid outdoorsmen, anglers, and competitive bowfisherman. Participants will spend Saturday out on the Missouri River on two boats, chasing after carp! Never been bowfishing or are you not sure how? That's okay! We will be getting in some practice and overview before we go out Saturday!
Throughout the weekend, you'll have plenty of time to learn through hands-on demonstrations. Lodging, food and equipment will be provided. Please note the event is for folks over 21 years of age.
Arrive Friday evenings for introductions, dinner and some time on the range. Saturday will be spent becoming more familiar with bowfishing, practicing the basics and working on our form. Then we'll head out on the Missouri River! The day will conclude with dinner, before enjoying the evening around the campfire. Sunday will be spent refining skills before we depart mid-day.
Grab a friend and register as space is limited! Instruction using compound bows is provided. All participants will need a valid Iowa fishing license. Purchase your license online here. No experience necessary; all equipment provided. If you have your own equipment, please bring it! The event is $200 per person and includes food, communal lodging in two cabins at Hitchcock Nature Center, and equipment.
Event Overview:
Friday Evening
- Snacks + Dinner
- Introductions + Stories
- Archery Overview
- Equipment + Safety Review
Saturday
- Breakfast
- Steps of Shooting + Technique
- Practice + Drills
- Lunch
- Bowfishing on the Missouri River
- Dinner
- Campfire + Discussions
Sunday
- Breakfast
- Shooting + Practice + Drills + Games
Instructor Bio:
I'm Steph, the Creator and Host of Woods and Waters Project. I am an insatiably curious, multi-passionate archery coach, outdoor educator, and entrepreneur. I am a hunter, angler, and all around outdoor enthusiast who loves getting others out there. I love to create experiences, teach skills, share stories, and help other women see how dang awesome they are! And one of the ways I do that is through archery.
Packing List:
-Archery equipment if you have it but don't need your own, it is provided
-Clothes for all weather possibilities because we will be outside majority of the time
-Boots
-Extra blankets and pillows based on sleeping arrangements
-Reusable bottles for water
Nov
19
to Nov 21
Women's Introduction to Archery Retreat- FULL!!
Looking to get into archery but unsure where to start? Nestled between Lake McBride and Coralville Lake, participants will enjoy a hands on weekend, learning the ins and outs of archery, bowhunting and bowfishing.
Throughout the weekend, you'll have plenty of time to learn through hands-on demonstrations. Lodging, food and equipment will be provided. Please note the event is for folks over 21 years of age.
Arrive Friday evenings for introductions, dinner and some time on the range. Saturday will be spent becoming more familiar with the bow and arrow, as well as learning bowhunting skills, before enjoying the evening around the campfire. Sunda will be spent refining skills and learning more.
Grab a friend and register as space is limited! Instruction using compound bows is provided, with a chance to try your hand at bowfishing. No experience necessary; all equipment provided. If you have your own equipment, please bring it! The event is $200 per person and includes food, communal lodging at a charming lodge nestled between Lake MacBride and Coralville Reservoir, and equipment.
Event Overview:
Friday Evening
- Snacks + Dinner
- Introductions + Stories
- Archery Overview
- Equipment + Safety Review
Saturday
- Breakfast
- Steps of Shooting + Technique
- Practice + Drills
- Intro to Bowhunting
- Lunch
- Trail walk + Scouting
- Vitals + Tracking
- Intro to Bowfishing
- Scenarios + Practice
- Dinner
- Campfire + Discussions
Sunday
- Breakfast
- Shooting + Practice + Drills + Games
Follow Link for Registration:
http://events.constantcontact.com/register/event?llr=dep4qyuab&oeidk=a07eimom97tee938a12
Apr
10
10:00 AM10:00
Intro to Turkey Hunting Workshop
Join Woods + Waters Project and the Iowa DNR for an Intro to Turkey Hunting Workshop.
Instructors Steph Lane and Jacob Heumphreus will help get you ready to head out turkey hunting this spring. Participants will start off learning about the history of the Wild Turkey in Iowa and turkey biology. A large portion of the day will be spent on different turkey hunting methods, scouting tips and patterning your shotgun. Lastly, instructors will cover what you need to do after the harvest and once you get the turkey home. Participants will walk away with the basic knowledge needed to start hunting turkeys. Lunch will be provided and the class will be outdoors as much as the weather permits.
Jacob Heumphreus + Steph Lane Bios
Born and raised in Eastern Iowa both, Jacob and Steph have been hunting and avid outdoorsmen since they were small children. Both have been apart of local events and partnered with organizations to mentor new hunters for multiple years.
Jacob has been a Snow Goose Guide for 10 years, is a competitive coon hunter, and has traveled the United States guiding, mentoring, and living an adventurous life. Steph is the host and creator of the outdoors podcast, Woods and Waters Project, and archery and hunting instructor.
But why Turkey hunting? Both have a love of chasing turkeys and taking others along with them! It's a great way to introduce newbies to hunting or get the adrenaline pumping that comes from a Tom Turkey thundering through the timber!
Please note:
This is an active, skills-based event. Come prepared to get muddy, and dressed for the variable spring weather. We will be outside most of the day to allow for social distancing. Make sure to bring water and snacks. Lunch will be provided.
Agenda
Turkey Basics
Identification
Characteristics
Maps + Regions
Hunting and Regulations
Scouting
Bird basic needs, food + habitat
Why they are where they are
Courtship
Fall vs. Spring
Preparing for the Hunt
Mentorship/community
Finding a place to hunt
Gear
Calling
Ammo + Patterning
After the Hunt
Cleaning the Bird
Field to Table
Telling your Story
Feb
9
6:00 PM18:00
Shed Antler Hunting: Online workshop
Join us for a FREE online shed antler hunting course to help you get started or to improve your current skills!
More info and registration: https://bit.ly/2YmQgEw
Feb
6
6:00 PM18:00
Women' s Intro to Archery Class- Iowa City, IA
Hey there Cedar Rapids/ Iowa City / Eastern Iowa Women friends !!! ⠀
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In partnership with Fin & Feather I have two, 2 hour Women’s Intro to Archery classes coming up in Iowa City!
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Saturday, January 25th from 1-3p⠀
Thursday, February 6th from 6-8p⠀
$30 per person
No equipment required!
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I am working on getting classes set up in Des Moines and the Quad Cities very soon. If you are interested in one in your area or have something outside of an intro class you’d like to participate in, please write a comment or message me 🏹 ⠀
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Link to get registered is here :
https://orgmyrange.com/fin_feather/cgi-bin/rm_web_league_home.cgi?cartid=5355
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Feel free to share & I Appreciate you all !⠀
Jan
25
1:00 PM13:00
Women' s Intro to Archery Class- Iowa City, IA
Hey there Cedar Rapids/ Iowa City / Eastern Iowa Women friends !!! ⠀
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In partnership with Fin & Feather I have two, 2 hour Women’s Intro to Archery classes coming up in Iowa City!
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Saturday, January 25th from 1-3p⠀
Thursday, February 6th from 6-8p⠀
$30 per person
No equipment required!
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I am working on getting classes set up in Des Moines and the Quad Cities very soon. If you are interested in one in your area or have something outside of an intro class you’d like to participate in, please write a comment or message me 🏹 ⠀
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Link to get registered is here :
https://orgmyrange.com/fin_feather/cgi-bin/rm_web_league_home.cgi?cartid=5355
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Feel free to share & I Appreciate you all !⠀
Sep
20
to Sep 22
WOMEN'S OUTDOOR GETAWAY DEAR CAMP
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Weekend in the beautiful bluff’s of Northeast Iowa
Beautiful lodging at Dear Camp
Weekend Archery Instruction
Morning Yoga
Enjoy the great outdoors
Smore’s and Campfire
Multiple sleeping arrangements available!
Jun
1
11:30 AM11:30
MONTANA RETREAT
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Archery Lessons
Clay Bird Shooting
ATV’s
Wild Game Cooking