Joe Manchin III, Governor

Frank Jezioro, Director

News Release
For release: February 15, 2005

Hoy Murphy , Public Information Officer (304) 558-3380 hoymurphy@wvdnr.gov

Contact: Elizabeth Gallaher, Wildlife Resources Section (304) 558-2771 wildlife@wvdnr.gov

“Let's Talk Turkey” Beyond BOW Event April 9 at Camp Creek State Park

  The WV Division of Natural Resources, Wildlife Resources Section is sponsoring the first annual “Let's Talk Turkey” Beyond BOW (Becoming an Outdoors-Woman) event, April 9, 2005 , at Camp Creek State Park in Mercer County . Registration for this Beyond-BOW event will continue through March 18, 2005 .

  This all-day event encourages women to bring their families out to learn about turkey calls, turkey decoys, and various turkey hunting methods. A registration fee of $10 per adult and $5 per child (age 8-15) will cover lunch and instruction. Campsites will be available at the park, for a small fee, for families who would like to extend their park visit.

  Beyond BOW events are an extension of the WV Becoming an Outdoors-Woman program. Women who have an interest in outdoor activities and want to expand their education participate in these programs. For more information about this event or about the Becoming an Outdoors-Woman program, contact Elizabeth Gallaher at 304-558-2771 or check out the DNR website at www.wvdnr.gov/hunting/bow.shtm .

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