Women's Winter Outdoor Skills Day

Get ready for a day filled with ice fishing, shotgun clays, snowshoe hiking, wild game cooking, and more!

Sunday, Jan. 25, it’s the Women’s Winter Outdoor Skills Day hosted by the the Maine Department of Inland Fisheries and Wildlife at the Sportsman’s Alliance of Maine Outdoor Center in Augusta, 8:30am to 2pm.

The event is part of the Maine Outdoor Programs, an initiative of Maine Department of Inland Fisheries and Wildlife, that provides hands-on learning experiences for people of all ages and skill levels to connect with the outdoors. Whether you’re looking to build new skills or strengthen existing ones, our programs offer opportunities to explore hunting, fishing, trapping, outdoor preparedness, and wildlife viewing in a welcoming environment.

Choose a morning session and an afternoon session:

Ice Fishing
Clay Target Shotgun Shooting
Snowshoe Winter Forest Nature Hike (Bring your snowshoes!)
Learn to Hunt
Wild Game Cooking
Intro to Beaver Trapping

Pack a lunch, hydration and don’t forget the sunscreen! The experienced instructors will provide support and encouragement, making the outdoors accessible and enjoyable for all.

The event fosters a sense of community and connection, embracing learning in a safe and respectful atmosphere. Come discover the magic of the Maine outdoors and create lasting memories while building confidence in outdoor skills for your next adventure.

To sign-up and get more information go HERE!