November 2026
Nov11Wed
Intro to Archery
Richmond, VA
This beginner-friendly class covers the fundamentals of archery, proper stance, shooting technique, and safe range etiquette. If you have your own archery equipment, feel free to bring what you have! Otherwise, all equipment will be provided.
To register through Freedom Outdoors, click the Registration button below. Once on the Freedom Outdoors website, click on the "RVA / DWR Archery" option to select classes/dates.
VOW Course: This event qualifies as a VOW @ the Archery Range. This event can be used to complete the Hunting Certification in the Virginia Outdoor Women (VOW) Program. This event is open to all registrants.
Nov14Sat
Fall Campout for Beginners at Kiptopeke State Park
Cape Charles, VA
Organized by Sisters of the Tent, experience nature's tranquility at the Fall Campout for Beginners at Kiptopeke State Park on the Eastern Shore! Ladies who are interested in pursuing the Virginia Outdoor Women (VOW) Outdoor Skills Certificate can participate in a 3-hour camping workshop during this event and have it count as the "VOW @ the Camp I" course required for the certificate. This event is limited to 10 participants and is first-come-first-served. Please email the event coordinator at SistersoftheTent@gmail.com to register.
3-Hour Camping Workshop Curriculum:
Module 1: Shelter & Site Selection (50 mins)
• Campsite Pitching & Orientation
• Hands-on Tent Pitching
• Tent Care & Moisture Control
Module 2: Safety, Fire, & Environmental Care (50 mins)
• Personal Safety & Boundaries
• Wildlife Management & Food Storage
• Fire Safety & Leave No Trace
Module 3: Wind & Severe Storm Readiness (10 mins)
• Wind Resistance & Orientation
• Severe Weather Safety Protocols
• Forecast Check
Module 4: Gear Essentials, Comfort, & Cooking (50 mins)
• The Sleep System
• Camp Stoves & Outdoor Cooking
• Camp Packing Checklist & Layering
Q&A & Wrap-Up (20 mins)
• Open floor for specific questions, gear troubleshooting, and local trip planning resources
VOW Course: This event qualifies as a VOW @ the Camp I. This event can be used to complete the Outdoor Skills Certification in the Virginia Outdoor Women (VOW) Program. This event is open to all registrants.
Nov18Wed
Archery Fun Shoot
Richmond, VA
Come join DWR and Freedom Outdoors for a Fun Shoot! Our experienced instructors will be on hand to help with scoring, range etiquette, equipment, safety, and shooting tips. No experience or equipment is required. We will have recurve and Genesis bows available for anyone who needs them, along with the necessary gear.
Come enjoy a fun, relaxed, and welcoming environment while learning the basics of target archery and building your confidence on the range. Archers will have 2 minutes per end to shoot 3 arrows (10 ends total). Genesis archers will be shooting 10m. All other divisions will be shooting 18m.
Warm-up begins at 6:00 pm. Scoring begins at 6:30 pm.
To register through Freedom Outdoors, click the Registration button below. Once on the Freedom Outdoors website, click on the "RVA / DWR Archery" option to select classes/dates.
Nov21Sat
Archery Fun Shoot
Powhatan, VA
Come learn how to shoot in a competitive archery tournament! We will be learning competitive format, etiquette, and strategy! This event is designed to help new or intermediate archers who want to take the next step with competitive archery. Please bring your own equipment so that we can assist you with the equipment you will compete with. Genesis bows are available for archers that have not purchased their own equipment.
December 2026
Dec9Wed
Intro to Archery
Richmond, VA
This beginner-friendly class covers the fundamentals of archery, proper stance, shooting technique, and safe range etiquette. If you have your own archery equipment, feel free to bring what you have! Otherwise, all equipment will be provided.
To register through Freedom Outdoors, click the Registration button below. Once on the Freedom Outdoors website, click on the "RVA / DWR Archery" option to select classes/dates.
VOW Course: This event qualifies as a VOW @ the Archery Range. This event can be used to complete the Hunting Certification in the Virginia Outdoor Women (VOW) Program. This event is open to all registrants.
Dec10Thu
Archery Fun Shoot
Richmond, VA
Come join DWR and Freedom Outdoors for a Fun Shoot! Our experienced instructors will be on hand to help with scoring, range etiquette, equipment, safety, and shooting tips. No experience or equipment is required. We will have recurve and Genesis bows available for anyone who needs them, along with the necessary gear.
Come enjoy a fun, relaxed, and welcoming environment while learning the basics of target archery and building your confidence on the range. Archers will have 2 minutes per end to shoot 3 arrows (10 ends total). Genesis archers will be shooting 10m. All other divisions will be shooting 18m.
Warm-up begins at 6:00 pm. Scoring begins at 6:30 pm.
To register through Freedom Outdoors, click the Registration button below. Once on the Freedom Outdoors website, click on the "RVA / DWR Archery" option to select classes/dates.
Dec12Sat
Archery Fun Shoot
Powhatan, VA
Come learn how to shoot in a competitive archery tournament! We will be learning competitive format, etiquette, and strategy! This event is designed to help new or intermediate archers who want to take the next step with competitive archery. Please bring your own equipment so that we can assist you with the equipment you will compete with. Genesis bows are available for archers that have not purchased their own equipment.
Dec16Wed
Intermediate Archery
Richmond, VA
This class is for archers who have learned the basics and are ready to take their skills to the next level. Equipment will be provided, but archers are strongly encouraged to bring their own equipment. Our trained instructors will assist archers with both compound and recurve bows and help archers with the fine details of their shot process.
To register through Freedom Outdoors, click the Registration button below. Once on the Freedom Outdoors website, click on the "RVA / DWR Archery" option to select classes/dates.
VOW Course: This event qualifies as a VOW @ the Archery Range. This event can be used to complete the Hunting Certification in the Virginia Outdoor Women (VOW) Program. This event is open to all registrants.
Dec17Thu
Archery Fun Shoot
Richmond, VA
Come join DWR and Freedom Outdoors for a Fun Shoot! Our experienced instructors will be on hand to help with scoring, range etiquette, equipment, safety, and shooting tips. No experience or equipment is required. We will have recurve and Genesis bows available for anyone who needs them, along with the necessary gear.
Come enjoy a fun, relaxed, and welcoming environment while learning the basics of target archery and building your confidence on the range. Archers will have 2 minutes per end to shoot 3 arrows (10 ends total). Genesis archers will be shooting 10m. All other divisions will be shooting 18m.
Warm-up begins at 6:00 pm. Scoring begins at 6:30 pm.
To register through Freedom Outdoors, click the Registration button below. Once on the Freedom Outdoors website, click on the "RVA / DWR Archery" option to select classes/dates.
January 2027
Jan9Sat
2027 DWR Archery Open
Richmond, VA
The Virginia Department of Wildlife Resources (DWR), in partnership with Ward Burton Wildlife Foundation, invites the archery and conservation community to participate in the 2027 DWR Archery Open, presented by Green Top Sporting Goods. The third annual competition will take place Saturday, January 9th, 2027 in Richmond, Virginia, featuring opportunities for youth and adult level competitors. Event proceeds will contribute to connecting people to conservation.
Adult registration: $50
Youth (11–17) registration: $35
Open Championship: $100
Jan16Sat
Deer Processing Workshop
Virginia Beach, VA
This hands-on class will demonstrate large game butchering and processing for beginners and experienced individuals with interest. Deer skinning, butchering, and packaging for transport will all be done by participants under the guidance of Hunter Education Instructors. Participants are encouraged to bring a cooler for transporting venison to take home and to bring a lunch. Rain or shine. No personal knives allowed.
Jan29Fri–Jan31Sun
Next Level Bowhunting Workshop (includes two hunts)
Chesapeake, VA
Workshop begins Friday, January 29 and ends on Sunday, January 31
· Includes two Urban Archery Hunts
· For adults 18 and older who are new to bowhunting or want to sharpen their skills
Registration Deadline: January 15, 2027, limited to the first 12 participants
Workshop Topics:
· Bowhunting Methods and Techniques
· Treestand Use, Placement and Safety
· Camouflage, Scent Control, Lures, Calls
· Shot Placement and Recovery of Game (if game is harvested there will also be a processing segment)
The Hunts:
A Mentor will help participants select a site on the Triple R Ranch property (Urban Archery season) for Saturday evening and Sunday morning bow hunts.
Fee Includes:
· Meals: Friday dinner- Sunday brunch
· Lodging: Bunk style (you must provide your own linens)
· All instruction provided at no cost by Virginia Department of Wildlife Resources Hunter Education Instructors
Participants are required to:
· Have completed a hunter education course; classes can be located through: https://dwr.virginia.gov/hunting/education/
· Have a current hunting license, archery license, and at least one available either sex/antlerless tag
· Provide their own archery equipment, hunting clothing, treestand with a TMA approved full body harness or ground blind or tree saddle
· Be proficient with archery equipment out to 25 yards (bow or crossbow)
Registration:
Triple R Ranch is taking payment and registration here: https://triplerranch.campbrainregistration.com/
You will need to create a user account. Once in, scroll down through the program offerings to find the Next Level Bowhunting Workshop to begin your registration.