Just for women: DNR's introductory shotgun shooting classes

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

April 30, 2012

 

Contact: Sue Tabor, 517-241-2225 or Ed Golder, 517-335-3014

 

  

DNR offers introductory shotgun shooting classes for women
in West, Southeast Michigan 

  

The Department of Natural Resources will offer two Introduction to Shotgun Shooting classes for women in May as part of its popular Becoming an Outdoors-Woman (BOW) program:

 

Southeast Michigan – Sunday, May 20, from 2 to 6 p.m. 

Hosted by Detroit Sportsmen’s Congress

49800 Dequindre Road, in Utica 

www.d-s-c.org

$30 per person (20-gauge ammunition will be provided; those bringing their own 12-gauge shotguns will need to provide their own ammunition)

  

West Michigan – Tuesday, May 22, from 5 to 9 p.m. 

Hosted by the Great Lakes Outdoors Foundation at the Caledonia Sportsman’s Club

10721 Coldwater Road SE, in Alto

www.calsportsmansclub.com

$30 per person, includes ammunition (donated by the Great Lakes Outdoors Foundation)

 

This shooting class, for beginners as well as those who would like to sharpen their shotgun skills, will emphasize firearm safety. Participants will get one-on-one training from certified instructors. They will learn and practice shotgun shooting technique, determining their dominant eye, proper stance and firearm fit and will practice their skills shooting trap.

 

Attendees may bring their own shotgun or one will be provided for their use. Eye and ear protection also will be available.

   

For registration forms and information on this and other BOW events, visit www.michigan.gov/bow, email dnr-outdoors-woman@michigan.gov or call 517-241-2225.

 

Becoming an Outdoors-Woman helps women learn about and enjoy hunting, fishing, backpacking, shooting sports, canoeing and many other outdoor recreation activities. BOW specializes in beginners, but also offers a variety of programs that support a mix of skill levels. BOW is a noncompetitive program, designed to let each individual learn and gain confidence at her own pace. The program emphasizes the enjoyment, fun and camaraderie of outdoor activities, while sharing in one another’s success. Learn more at www.michigan.gov/bow.

 

The Michigan Department of Natural Resources is committed to the conservation, protection, management, use and enjoyment of the state’s natural and cultural resources for current and future generations. For more information, go to www.michigan.gov/dnr.