Vermont Outdoors Woman is sponsoring a weekend retreat for adventurous women 18 years and older in Canaan, Vermont on September 27-29, 2013
Participants will stay at Jackson’s Lodge & Log Cabins, a 54-year family tradition providing heated lakefront cabins on beautiful Lake Wallace. Located in Vermont’s moose country, Jackson’s Cafe is a local favorite for homemade breakfast and baked goods (including gluten free). Proprietor Gloria Jackson is pulling out all the stops to make this the best Fall Doe Camp ever. Don’t miss the moose BBQ on Saturday evening. www.jacksonslodgevt.net
With over 35 different classes taught by passionate and experienced instructors, campers choose from a list of popular classes that include: Mountain Biking, Firearms (Muzzleloader, Handgun, Rifle and Shotgun) Marksmanship & Safety, Fly Fishing, Wild Edibles, Archery, Kayaking, Birding, Wilderness Survival, Nature and Personal Self Defense. New this year are Self Defense, Pickling & Making Wild Game Meat Pies, Hunter Ed, Turkey Hunting & Calling, Panning for Gold, Maple Sugaring, Stand Up Paddle Boarding, Introduction to Primitive Biathlon, Identification & Healing Capacity of Trees, and a 9-hour Handgun Personal Defense Course. Between classes there will be ample free time to explore or just relax on the sandy beach, and the evening campfire is always popular. Early morning classes include yoga and birding.
Don’t miss the opportunity to receive affordable outdoor education in a stress-free, supportive environment. Cost for the weekend program is $349. Discounts are available for daily drive-ins, camping, mother/daughter teams and girlfriend groups of three or more. Sponsored in part by Jackson’s Lodge, Vermont Fish & Wildlife, Vermont Outdoor Guide Association and Waitsfield Telecom. Visit www.voga.org/fall_doe_camp.htm for more information.