Registration open for women’s outdoor weekend planned for September in Ohio

Perrysville, Ohio — The Ohio DNR (ODNR) is opening registration for the 10th annual Ohio Women’s Outdoor Adventure weekend. The three-day event is set to take place at Mohican State Park Lodge and Conference Center from Sept. 20-22.

This weekend is designed to introduce women to an array of outdoor skills, including boating, fishing, shooting sports, and nature programming. The program, which is open to women ages 16 and older (minors must be accompanied by a parent or guardian), is tailored for beginners while offering a welcoming, pressure-free environment to explore new outdoor activities.

“This event provides a fantastic opportunity for women to build their outdoor recreation skills, forge new friendships, and simply have fun,” said ODNR Director Mary Mertz. “Women of all ages will enjoy a weekend filled with discovering new outdoor pursuits.”

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The event involves several of ODNR’s divisions including, parks and watercraft, forestry, natural areas and preserves, wildlife, and geological survey. This ensures a diverse range of activities and programs will be offered, as well as expert guidance ODNR staff participants, according to the ODNR.

All event participants will have the opportunity to engage in a variety of sessions, such as kayaking, stand-up paddleboarding, fishing, hiking, shotgun and rifle basics, stream quality monitoring, identifying and gathering wild edibles, sustainable living, and more.

Accommodations for the weekend will be at Mohican State Park Lodge and Conference Center, located in Perrysville (Ashland County). Situated on thousands of wooded acres, the Mohican State Park easily ranks a must-see stop for adventurers and nature lovers. Attendees will enjoy a fun weekend while staying in newly updated, comfortable Mohican lodge rooms, according to ODNR.

The cost for the weekend is $395 per person, with two participants sharing a room. This fee includes lodging, four activity sessions, five meals, a T-shirt, transportation between venues, and evening activities. With only 100 spots available, early registration is encouraged.

Registration opened for first-time participants on July 9, and for past participants the following Tuesday, July 16, at 10 a.m.

For a complete listing of sessions and registration details, visit the Ohio DNR website.