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  Events are specifically for women, though men may attend. To post events on this calendar, the sponsor must be a member of Vermont Outdoor Guide Association, a government department, or an educational institution. There is no charge for this service. VOW reserves the right to reject any submission that our staff deems unfit for this venue.
 

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Outdoor Skills Calendar

All Year

The folks at Adirondack Guide Boats would like to know if there is interest in a woman's boat building class this year. Contact stevekaulback@together.net

All Winter

Warm Weather - Ongoing

January 2010

January 9, 2010, Stowe, VT. - 2nd Annual Ladies Nordic Ski Expo
Ladies, mark your calendars for the second annual Ladies Nordic Ski Expo to be held on Saturday, January 9th at the Trapp Family Lodge in Stowe, VT. As a result of last year’s popular and sold out event, organizers will offer participants a similar format for this year’s outing.  Two morning teaching sessions will offer skiers the option of receiving ski instruction in three different disciplines, back-country/telemark, skate, or diagonal techniques.  A mid-day lunch will be served in the Lodge dining room and will be followed by an informational session on clothing and equipment needs for winter outings.  The afternoon sessions will provide participants a variety of options- video sessions for those who want to have their technique analyzed, a number of backcountry and trail tours, or more hands-on instruction from our popular and knowledgeable instructors.  After all the work and fresh air, participants will retreat to the lodge for an après-ski social with wine, chocolate and cheese. The only thing that has changed for this year’s event is the price for non-Catamount Trail members.  Keeping in the scheme of CTA members receiving discounts for CTA events, it will cost non-CTA members $75.00 for the day (includes instruction, trail pass, lunch, après-ski social) while the cost for CTA members will remain at $50.00.  We can accommodate only 100 women for this event so you should plan to register early.  For more information visit: http://www.catamounttrail.org/news/2nd-annual-ladies-nordic-ski-expo/

January 13-15, 2010, Sugarbush, Warren VT  Women's Ski Discovery Camps
In this energized clinic women skiers & riders take advantage of phenomenal instructors, effective new techniques, and fun, supportive camaraderie to dramatically improve their skills. Offered as a 3-day session only. Camp package also includes breakfast and lunch daily, wine & cheese social, video analysis, stretch/yoga classes, tech talks and more! website 

January 17 – Women’s Telemark Clinic
At Stowe for beginner and intermediate female skiers with Wendy Bridgewater from the North American Telemark Organization.  Beginner lesson from 9:30-11:30 am, You’ll learn the basic Telemark stance, refine it and link Telemark turns.  For skiers with some experience, able to ride chair lift and get down green trails. Your choice: $69 Clinic and lift ticket, $79 clinic and demo equipment or $99 for the clinic, lift ticket, and demo equipment. Use the equipment all day and enjoy the benefits of skiing on the latest boots, skis and bindings on the Toll House lift.
Intermediate lesson and backcountry tour from 12:30-4 pm
Improve your Telemark turn and touring skills, increase your confidence on variable terrain and practice waxing and skinning techniques for backcountry touring. Your choice: $99 Clinic and lift ticket or $129 for the clinic, ticket and equipment. Umiak Outdoor Outfitters, 849 South Main St. Stowe, VT 05672  802-253-2317   www.umiak.com

January 23, Women’s Ice Climbing
Our female guides will take you on an amazing vertical adventure!  This ice climbing class is a great way to learn about the exhilarating sport of climbing ice - in a no-pressure environment. Women's Ice is open to women of all ages (16+) and abilities. You will learn how to move over easy to moderate terrain using crampons and ice axes. Times:   9am - 4pm Cost:   $ 165, includes all technical equipment. http://www.petracliffs.com/  Vermont Outdoors Woman members receive 10% off women’s specific courses.

January 30, 2010, Stratton, VT,  - Tubbs Romp to Stomp out Breast Cancer Snowshoe Series
Don't let the winter doldrums get you down this season! Get up, get active , and set the Tubbs Romp to Stomp as your perfect winter fitness goal. Join us in helping to STOMP OUT BREAST CANCER! Choose from a 3k or 5k benefit snowshoe walk or a 3k fun run. Easy, well marked trails along with free snowshoe demos* from Tubbs make this a great event for all sorts of ages and abilities even if you've never snowshoed before! Since its inception the Tubbs Romp to Stomp out Breast Cancer has raised nearly three quarter of a million dollars for breast cancer research and education and inspired thousands to get out snowshoeing! http://tubbsromptostomp.com/   Stratton Mountain Sun Bowl Lodge

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February 2010

February 6-7 Intro to Backcountry Skiing for Women
Build skills and increase your confidence in a supportive environment! This two-day program offers women a non-intimidating and fun introduction to backcountry skiing. With expert instruction, you'll learn the basics of backcountry skiing techniques and the ins and outs of winter backcountry travel. With a low instructor to participant ratio (1:5 maximum) you'll get plenty of individualized attention. Plus, all proceeds from this clinic benefit Girls Move Mountains’ girls programs: support girls’ empowerment while having a great experience for yourself!   This program is designed for beginner to intermediate skiers who want to take their skills to the next level, and into the backcountry. Some experience on skis is necessary (but backcountry experience is not). More information

February 13-14 Girlstorm 2010
This is a 2-day, women-only comprehensive weekend of snowkiting. Learn everything from safety and set-up to riding techniques to gear types and gear care. This is the third year of this fun and hands-on camp. It is a great opportunity to learn at your own pace in a great learning environment. No yelling, lots of encouragement and no one will underestimate what you can do. All snowkiting abilities are welcome from the never-evers to those ready to really get riding smoothly or those ready to learn to jump and take it all to the next level. For more information, to book a lesson/camp or order gear, please call Stormboarding at 802.578.6120 or e-mail: rachael@stormboarding.com  see more info on website

February 20, Women’s Ice Climbing
Our female guides will take you on an amazing vertical adventure!  This ice climbing class is a great way to learn about the exhilarating sport of climbing ice - in a no-pressure environment. Women's Ice is open to women of all ages (16+) and abilities. You will learn how to move over easy to moderate terrain using crampons and ice axes. Times:   9am - 4pm Cost:   $ 165, includes all technical equipment. http://www.petracliffs.com/  Vermont Outdoors Woman members receive 10% off women’s specific courses.

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March 2010
 

March 8-10, 2010  Sugarbush, Warren VT  Women's Ski Discovery Camps
In this energized clinic women skiers & riders take advantage of phenomenal instructors, effective new techniques, and fun, supportive camaraderie to dramatically improve their skills. Offered as a 3-day session only. Camp package also includes breakfast and lunch daily, wine & cheese social, video analysis, stretch/yoga classes, tech talks and more! website 

March 12-14th, 2010, - Winter Doe Camp at Hulbert Outdoor Center, Fairlee, VT
Summer and Fall Doe Camps are no longer enough for our enthusiastic Doe Campers.  Therefore we will be holding a Winter Doe Camp,  March 12 - 14, 2010 at the Hulbert Outdoor Center in Fairlee, VT!  Women ages 18 and up can stay in heated cabins at night and play in the snow all day.  Classes in Winter skills from snowmobiling to nordic skiing and will be held Saturday and Sunday for a modest fee. Send in a deposit of $100 now to save your place! Registration will open in early December. Gift Certificate Available!  contact us for details: vow@voga.org    http://www.voga.org/winter_doe_camp.htm Vermont Outdoors Woman Event!

March 20, Women's Ice Climbing-
Our for-women-by-women ice climbing class is a great way to learn about the exhilarating sport of climbing ice - in a no-pressure environment. Women's Ice I is open to ladies of all ages and abilities. Join us and learn how to move over easy to moderate terrain using crampons and ice axes. Times: 9am - 4pm  Cost: $ 165, includes all technical equipment http://www.petracliffs.com/mountaineering_ice.html Vermont Outdoors Woman members receive 10% off women’s specific courses.

March 29, Women’s Ice Climbing
Our female guides will take you on an amazing vertical adventure!  This ice climbing class is a great way to learn about the exhilarating sport of climbing ice - in a no-pressure environment. Women's Ice is open to women of all ages (16+) and abilities. You will learn how to move over easy to moderate terrain using crampons and ice axes. Times:   9am - 4pm Cost:   $ 165, includes all technical equipment. http://www.petracliffs.com/  Vermont Outdoors Woman members receive 10% off women’s specific courses.

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June  2010

June 18- 20, Trapp Family Lodge, Stowe, VT, Women’s Mountain Bike Clinic
Dirt Divas offers clinics for women, ages 16 and up, who are looking to get into mountain biking or dial in their current skills. These clinics are geared toward beginner/intermediate riders and provide a structured, step-by-step progression toward building the skills necessary to have fun and find success on a mountain bike--all in a positive and supportive environment. Clinics cover the basics of gearing, shifting, braking, body position, cornering, bike handling, riding obstacles, trail riding, and bike repair/maintenance. We provide quality instruction by female instructors experienced in coaching, mountain biking, and Wilderness First Aid. This is part of an add-on package & includes yoga. To register: Contact TFL: (800) 826-7000 ext 1

June 25 - 27, 2010, Doe Camp at Jay Peak Resort
A weekend retreat for women. Experienced instructors offer women 18 years and older, individual, non competitive guidance in the outdoor skills classes of your choice, regardless of your physical condition or level of experience.  http://www.voga.org/Doe_Camp.htm or email vow@voga.org  scholarships and discounts available. Vermont Outdoors Woman Event!

Jun 26 8:30am – 4:30pm, Women's Only 1-Day Mountain Bike Skill Camp
Catamount Outdoor Family Center. Taught by women, for women, this encouraging camp is divided into two skill levels: beginner and intermediate. It is designed for riders who need guidance in building confidence and skill. $80.00 Camp Fee. Limit 15.  http://www.catamountoutdoor.com/

June 26, Stowe Mountain Resort, Stowe, VT - Women’s Mountain Bike Clinic
Dirt Divas offers clinics for women, ages 16 and up, who are looking to get into mountain biking or dial in their current skills. These clinics are geared toward beginner/intermediate riders and provide a structured, step-by-step progression toward building the skills necessary to have fun and find success on a mountain bike--all in a positive and supportive environment. Clinics cover the basics of gearing, shifting, braking, body position, cornering, bike handling, riding obstacles, trail riding, and bike repair/maintenance. We provide quality instruction by female instructors experienced in coaching, mountain biking, and Wilderness First Aid. http://www.girlsmovemountains.org/mountain_biking.html 

June 26th, 2010 - Ladies ONLY Shotgun Shooting Clinic
North Country Sportsman’s Club, Gun Club Road, Williston, VT, Off of Old Creamery Road
When: Saturday, June 26, 2009; sign in begins at 8:00 a.m. (1st Group) or 12:30 pm (2 nd Group) (Group (limited to 20 participants) Cost: $30 for either group (pre-registration is recommended, walk-ins accepted at the director’s discretion). Cost includes targets, loaner shotgun, ammunition, eye and ear protection and lunch. Clinic is rain or shine. Contact: Laura Blair (802) 872-8329 (please, no calls after 8:00 p.m.) or via email at lechat85@comcast.net.  A registration form is also available at www.shootncsc.com.

June 26, ideRide w/ Lil Firm-n-Berm
Fitness will be the focus of this four hour clinic. Biking can be a fun way to get- or stay- in shape. In this session, Sister ideRide coaches will concentrate on teaching proper technique as it relates to bio-dynamics. We will practice engaging the core as well as the entire body to build and improve your bike handling skills and increase your endurance. Participants will learn that going uphill is not the only way to get a workout on a bike- and that you can have fun while feeling the burn. 9AM-1PM  Cost: $65  knight@ideride.com   www.ideride.com

 

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July 2010

July 10,  8:30am – 4:30pm, Women's Only 1-Day Mountain Bike Skill Camp
Catamount Outdoor Family Center. Taught by women, for women, this encouraging camp is divided into two skill levels: beginner and intermediate. It is designed for riders who need guidance in building confidence and skill. $80.00 Camp Fee. Limit 15.  http://www.catamountoutdoor.com/

July 23 - 25, Trapp Family Lodge, Stowe, VT - Women’s Mountain Bike Clinic
Dirt Divas offers clinics for women, ages 16 and up, who are looking to get into mountain biking or dial in their current skills. These clinics are geared toward beginner/intermediate riders and provide a structured, step-by-step progression toward building the skills necessary to have fun and find success on a mountain bike--all in a positive and supportive environment. Clinics cover the basics of gearing, shifting, braking, body position, cornering, bike handling, riding obstacles, trail riding, and bike repair/maintenance. We provide quality instruction by female instructors experienced in coaching, mountain biking, and Wilderness First Aid. This is part of an add-on package & includes yoga.  http://www.girlsmovemountains.org/mountain_biking.html 
 

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August 2010

Aug, 7, Millstone Hill, Montpelier Area, VT - Women’s Mountain Bike Clinic
Dirt Divas offers clinics for women, ages 16 and up, who are looking to get into mountain biking or dial in their current skills. These clinics are geared toward beginner/intermediate riders and provide a structured, step-by-step progression toward building the skills necessary to have fun and find success on a mountain bike--all in a positive and supportive environment. Clinics cover the basics of gearing, shifting, braking, body position, cornering, bike handling, riding obstacles, trail riding, and bike repair/maintenance. We provide quality instruction by female instructors experienced in coaching, mountain biking, and Wilderness First Aid. http://www.girlsmovemountains.org/mountain_biking.html 

Aug. 21, ideRide w/ Lil Learn-n-Burn
This Darling Hill clinic is for women who are new to the sport of mountain biking and would like to start their career off on the right foot for ultimate comfort and enjoyment. ideRide instructors will introduce participants to their bikes and equipment and teach proper body technique for maneuvering on varied terrain. Participants will receive instruction and tips in a supportive and fun atmosphere from experienced and passionate coaches. The majority of the day will be spent exploring the Kingdom Trails. Cost: $65 per person, 9AM-1PM knight@ideride.com   www.ideride.com

Aug, 21, Stowe Mountain Resort, Stowe, VT - Women’s Mountain Bike Clinic
Dirt Divas offers clinics for women, ages 16 and up, who are looking to get into mountain biking or dial in their current skills. These clinics are geared toward beginner/intermediate riders and provide a structured, step-by-step progression toward building the skills necessary to have fun and find success on a mountain bike--all in a positive and supportive environment. Clinics cover the basics of gearing, shifting, braking, body position, cornering, bike handling, riding obstacles, trail riding, and bike repair/maintenance. We provide quality instruction by female instructors experienced in coaching, mountain biking, and Wilderness First Aid. This is part of an add-on package & includes yoga.  http://www.girlsmovemountains.org/mountain_biking.html 

August 28th. Williston, VT - North Country Sportsman's Club to host Women on Target Clinic
Learn to Shoot Trap. Program of instruction includes gun safety, gun basics, and an introduction to the game of Trap Shooting. Classroom instruction and range instruction with clay targets. Ammunition and equipment provided. http://www.shootncsc.com/pdf/WOT2_2010_flyer.pdf

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September 2010

September 10-12, 2010 - Doe Camp Abnaki
"A Rustic Retreat for Adventurous Women".
Dozens of women will enjoy a full weekend of outdoor recreation education and at the fifth annual Doe Camp Abnaki on the shores of Lake Champlain in North Hero, VT. Women can choose from over twenty different classes taught by our highly skilled and passionate Instructors. Classes include kayaking, biking, wilderness survival, shooting, archery, fire making, self defense, fishing, orienteering, birding geocaching, campfire cooking and many more. The atmosphere is friendly and welcoming to those of all physical conditions and levels of experience. Come with friends or alone, either way expect to leave with new friends and new skills! Cost $280 includes, two nights, seven meals and four classes. Grandmother/Mother/Daughter groups receive a 10% discount off the program fee. You can also stay in a tent to save money! Other discounts and scholarships are available. Single day registration is also an option. Registrations will be accepted until September 4th. Classes are filled on a first come, first serve basis, so hurry and send your registration in soon. Registration, course descriptions, schedule, sponsors and Instructor Bios can be found on our website: www.voga.org/doe_camp_abnaki.htm  Contact Hilary at vow@voga.org,  800-425-8747.

September 18 - 19, 2010, Women's Wrench and Ride
Join the women of Sugarbush for two days of great coaching and riding and plenty of good company. Includes breakfast and lunch daily, trail and mechanical instruction, video analysis, lift tickets, zip line ride, and yoga classes. For the beginner to intermediate mt. biker who is looking to learn and improve basic trail and mechanical skills. Learn and ride at your own speed. Great coaching, good company! Lincoln Peak http://www.sugarbush.com/content/cm.asp?pid=329  Admission: $350 For More Info: Call Adventure Learning Center at 802-583-6819 or email gbrowe@sugarbush.com

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October 2010

October 10, ideRide w/ Lil Firm-n-Berm
Fitness will be the focus of this four hour clinic. Biking can be a fun way to get- or stay- in shape. In this session, Sister ideRide coaches will concentrate on teaching proper technique as it relates to bio-dynamics. We will practice engaging the core as well as the entire body to build and improve your bike handling skills and increase your endurance. Participants will learn that going uphill is not the only way to get a workout on a bike- and that you can have fun while feeling the burn. 9AM-1PM  Cost: $65  knight@ideride.com   www.ideride.com
 

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November 2010

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