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September 25, 2009

Women to Take to the Wilderness in Gros Morne

Women who want to learn outdoor survival skills in a supportive environment can participate in the Becoming an Outdoors Woman program scheduled for next month in Western Newfoundland. The program will be held at Killdevil Camp, Lomond, Gros Morne National Park, from October 23-25.

�Learning skills of any type is a productive exercise, but the experience is enhanced when it pertains to our natural environment,� said the Honourable Charlene Johnson, Minister of Environment and Conservation. �This program allows women to connect with nature, learn how to effectively participate in outdoor pursuits, and permits them to connect with one another in a relaxed setting.�

Becoming an Outdoors Woman is open to women 18 years of age and older who would like to pursue outdoor activities, but feel they lack the necessary skills or knowledge.

Participants have an opportunity to learn rifle, shotgun, outdoor survival, map and compass, Global Positioning System (GPS) navigation and fishing skills, to name a few. Registration cost is $180 for two night�s accommodations, seven meals, instruction and use of demonstration equipment. There are also scholarships available for single mothers or students who may require financial assistance.

�I encourage women to learn first-hand the many skills which they can carry with them throughout their lives and pass on to their female relatives,� said Minister Johnson. �Access and enjoyment of the great outdoors is something which everyone should be able to experience, and programs like this one help ensure that access.�

For more information on the Becoming an Outdoors Woman program or to register, please contact Lucy O�Driscoll at 709-229-7888 or lucyodriscoll@gov.nl.ca

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Media contact:
Melony O�Neill
Department of Environment and Conservation
709-729-2575, 689-0928
moneill@gov.nl.ca

2009 09 25                               11:30 a.m.


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