Fall Weekend Workshop
Planning is underway for 2026 and the date is set for Sep 25-27th!
WOW offers the right skills at the right pace. Let us know which skills you’d like to learn, and we will schedule you for three, 4-hr hands-on classes over the weekend. We provide expert instructors, all the equipment you’ll need, and the WOW “can-do” attitude. We’ll also provide plenty of take-home resources and a wealth of networking opportunities. Join other Washington Outdoor Women in an empowering experience!
Registration will open July 1st, 2026.
Step 1. Browse our course descriptions below.
Step 2. Be sure to read through all the Attendance and Logistics Information for the workshop below.
Step 3. Click on the “Register Now” button to sign up – classes fill early so don’t delay. Only classes that still have availability will be listed on the registration site. If you do not see the class you want when you get to the registration form, you can send us an email to be added to the waitlist.
Step 4. Make registration payment. The workshop fee includes expert instruction, lodging, all meals & snacks, use of necessary equipment, and program materials.
*** Fishing licenses are NOT included in this fee.
Please note: the WOW weekend workshop is an active event and requires a good amount of physical strength and mobility. Please consider whether the physical requirements of this workshop would prevent you from enjoying this experience.
Workshop Details
2026 DATES: September 25–27
LOCATION: Camp Kiloqua
15207 E Lake Goodwin Rd
Stanwood, WA 98292
REGISTRANTS: 18yrs and older
REGISTRATION FEE: $395
REGISTRATION DEADLINE: Sep 15th
2026 Fall Workshop Class Lineup includes:
After the Harvest/Crab Pots
Discover the joy of birdwatching in this relaxed, hands-on session designed especially for women who want to deepen their connection with nature. Led by an experienced birder, learn to identify common local bird species by sight and sound, tips for attracting birds to your backyard and understanding bird behavior and habitats.
Birding
Learn the basics of form, parts of the bow, how to shoot and score arrows. Have fun while learning correct timing, posture and concentration with lots of hands-on shooting time!
Archery
Canoeing Introduction
Learn the fundamentals of basic backpacking; how to fit a backpack, pack gear efficiently, and understand the “10 essentials” for safety. The course also covers camping basics, such as selecting a campsite, outdoor safety considerations, and Leave No Trace principles. A key component of the session is tent setup and breakdown, where participants practice pitching different types of tents.
Backpacking, Tent & Camp Basics
Canning 101
