Join the Virginia Outdoor Women Community!
Are you interested in learning how to hunt, fish, or explore the outdoors safely but are unclear where to start? Do you have some basic outdoor skills and are looking to improve them? The Virginia Outdoor Women (VOW) program’s goal is to help women feel comfortable and confident in the outdoors no matter the experience level.
DWR is committed to developing a community of women who enjoy the outdoors, value the importance of conservation and outdoor recreation, and want to have opportunities for personal growth, independence, and empowerment.
About VOW
This program is available to women of all skill levels. Events will focus on increasing competencies in these areas: hunting, fishing, and outdoor skills.
The VOW program involves a wide variety of events, from weekends full of learning to virtual educational opportunities, social events with partners where learning and conservation merge, mentorship, certification events, and more! We’ll get you outside with the tools and guidance you need to feel empowered and knowledgeable in the field.
Upcoming Events
VOW Women’s Mentored Hunting Virtual Series (12 classes)
Registration for this virtual series opens February 27th @ 8:00am! Beginning in 2026, the VOW Program will be hosting an annual Women's Mentored Hunting Virtual Series covering all topics related to hunting in Virginia. Virtual classes will…
Learn MoreVOW Women’s Mentored Flyfishing Virtual Series (8 classes)
Registration for this virtual series opens April 17th @ 8:00am. Beginning in 2026, the VOW Program will be hosting an annual Women's Mentored Flyfishing Virtual Series covering all topics related to flyfishing in Virginia. Virtual classes w…
Learn MoreVOW @ the Outdoor Adventure – Intro to Kayaking
VOW is excited to offer a VOW @ the Outdoor Adventure - Intro to Kayaking! Come learn from certified DWR boating instructors and get to spend time on the water! All equipment is provided, but if you have your own life vest, you are strongly encour…
Learn MoreIntermediate Archery
This class is for archers that 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 w…
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2026 Annual Virginia Outdoor Women (VOW) Weekend Event
Come join us for the 2026 Annual Virginia Outdoor Women (VOW) Weekend Event! This year’s event will be August 21–23 at Holiday Lake 4H Center in Appomattox, VA! Registration opens July 15th at 8:00am! Sessions are limited and on a first-come-first-served basis, so early registration is strongly encouraged! Sign up using the interest form below to be notified when registration opens.
Cost: $235 (Lodging, Meals, T-shirt all covered)
Calling all conservation vendors! Sign up for the Friday Night Partner Social!
Interest Form
Please subscribe below if you are interested in the Virginia Outdoor Women (VOW) program. By submitting the form, you will automatically be added to the VOW email distribution list, which will include more details about the program and alerts about upcoming events. Information submitted will also be used for future marketing and event information sharing.
Get Certified!
Looking to up your outdoor game even more? The VOW certification courses are structured so that participants can earn certification in one or all three focal areas of hunting, fishing, and outdoor skills. If you achieve certification in all three areas, you’ll earn Mastery certification. Certified participants can become future instructors for the VOW program, helping grow female representation in the field. We’re looking to foster a community of “women teaching women” in the outdoors!
Get CertifiedVolunteer with VOW
Interested in helping with our VOW events? From setting up to being an instructor, we could use your help! All prospective volunteers will need to complete a volunteer application and background check.
Become a Volunteer
Partnerships
This program relies on the expertise and support of its many community partners. If your organization shares these same values and is interested in getting involved, please contact us at VOW@dwr.virginia.gov.