Becoming an Outdoors-Woman in Wisconsin

06/09/2026

Come for the scenery, stay for the smiles. And the learning and the fun and the food! Hope to see you at Treehaven UWSP in October!
Register soon - classes are filling up!
https://www.uwsp.edu/becoming-an-outdoors-woman/bow-programs-and-events/fall-bow-workshop/

05/12/2026

👉 Women’s Peru: Cusco, Machu Picchu + Short Inca Trail (Sept. 13–20) 💚In partnership with Becoming an Outdoors Woman

Early Bird Pricing until May 15th!

Most people don’t realize how much coordination Peru takes.

Machu Picchu entry circuits.
Limited Inca Trail permits.
Altitude pacing.
Train schedules.
Sacred Valley timing.
Trying to fit Moray, Maras, and the salt mines into one smooth experience…

It’s easy to spend more time planning than actually enjoying the idea of going.

That’s why this tour is built the way it is.

✔️ Inca Trail permits secured for you
✔️ Local guides and your tour leader with you throughout the journey
✔️ Easy pacing for altitude acclimatization
✔️ Machu Picchu, Sacred Valley, Cusco, Moray, Maras & more already coordinated
✔️ A small group of women sharing the experience together

Instead of trying to piece Peru together yourself…
You get to actually experience it.

🇵🇪 The Short Inca Trail is one of the highlights of this tour—giving you the feeling of hiking into Machu Picchu through the Sun Gate, without committing to a longer multi-day trek. No camping needed on this trek!

Say 'Yes' to Peru! (You already have if you are here!)
Link in comments! 👇

Women’s Peru: Cusco, Machu Picchu + Short Inca Trail

05/08/2026

Happy Mother's Day Weekend!

(pssst...the 35th Anniversary BOW celebration workshop at Treehaven is open)
https://www3.uwsp.edu/cnr-ap/bowWI/Documents/Treehaven2026.pdf

05/02/2026

https://facebook.com/events/s/wild-rivers-fest-2026/1342064687663204/

Come visit us today at Wild Rivers Fest in New Richmond!

04/30/2026

📸The Peru you’ve been picturing? It’s better in person. 🤩
A tour in partnership with Green Edventures and Becoming an Outdoors-Woman!

Update on our BOW Women's Peru Cusco, Machu Picchu + Short Inca Trail Tour! I am happy to be the one to tell you, we are just 2 sign ups away from confirming this tour! (Sept 13-20)

Join us and experience the Sacred Valley, local culture, incredible food, and the iconic Short Inca Trail—all leading to one of the most breathtaking places on Earth.

You don’t have to figure out the logistics, we’ve already done that. Just show up ready to experience Peru with other women with the same dream.

Save your spot, have an incredible adventure! Deposit due May 15th!

Join us today
https://greenedventures.com/tours/peru-womens-machu-picchu-inca-tral-hike/

04/21/2026

Our friends at Green Edventures Tours are hosting an interactive Webinar on May 5th about the upcoming Women's Iceland Fire, Ice & Northern Lights Tour!

Webinar Info Session
Women's Iceland Fire, Ice & Northern Lights Tour
Hosted by Kelly VanLaanen
May 5th @ 7pm CST
On Zoom (Pre-Registration Required, link below!)

During the webinar, BOW Instructor and Tour Leader, Kelly VanLaanen, will go over details about the tour such as the beginner-friendly activities. Bring your questions!

Some of the highlights include:
-Explore the ever changing ice caves
-ATV buggy adventure along the beach
-Explore the famous Diamond Beach
-Ice climb the side of a glacier

This tour is available for women 18+
No experience required
Come as you are!

Intrigued? Great! Join Kelly on Zoom
May 5th @ 5pm PST, 6pm MST, 7pm CST, 8pm EST
Pre-Registration is required, sign up here:
https://greenedventures.com/webinar-2026-womens-iceland-fire-ice-northern-lights-tour/

If you cannot attend, sign up and we will email you the link to the recording.

See tour details here:
https://greenedventures.com/tours/iceland-womens-adventure-fire-ice-northern-lights/

04/14/2026

Wisconsin Becoming an Outdoors-Woman just had an amazing Learn To Hunt Turkey event in collaboration with the Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources and the Backcountry Hunters and Anglers of the University of Wisconsin Stevens Point. Participants had virtual classes, learned about ecology, practiced shooting at range days and it all culminated with an actual hunt with mentors. Watch our page for more upcoming Learn to Hunt and upcoming BOW workshops. Thanks to all of the volunteers that made this a safe and successful event.

04/13/2026

Announcing the second Africa tour with partners Green Edventures, and BOW Instructor Kelly Van Laanen! Are you ready to embrace your inner Jane Goodall? Get the same educational, hands-on and supportive BOW atmosphere on an international tour. We’re here to help you from beginning to end.

Uganda Women's Gorilla Trekking & Safari
September 13–24, 2026

This tour features:
• Gorilla trekking in Bwindi Impenetrable Forest
• Chimpanzee tracking
• Wildlife safaris
• Boat safaris and scenic landscapes in iconic waterways like the Nile and Lake Victoria.
• Cultural visits and meaningful local connections

This journey offers up-close wildlife encounters and rich cultural experiences in a place known as The Pearl of Africa. Come for the primates and be wowed by the diversity of ecosystems, wildlife, and friendly people.

Learn more and download the full brochure here:

https://greenedventures.com/tours/womens-travel-uganda-safari/

Green Edventures Tours
Kelly VanLaanen

Women-only Uganda safari gorilla trekking. An affordable, small-group adventure guided by local experts you can trust.

02/16/2026

Here's an opportunity to hear BOW Founder Dr. Christine Thomas speak in person on February 26 at 5pm, Trainer Natural Resources Building on the UWSP campus.
She will present "Fran Hamerstrom: A Woman's Voice in Conservation".
Friends from afar can join on YouTube here:
https://www.youtube.com/live/yYnAtMdF_nQ
Sure to be informative AND entertaining with Christine's blend of knowledge and humor!

01/30/2026

🐥A little birdie told us that the first round of shipments are reaching you! 📬 If you’ve received your order - drop a pic of you sporting your new BOW Swag 📸 in the comments below!

Check out WI BOW 35th Anniversary Store on Bonfire and shop official merchandise today! Featuring limited edition custom apparel, printed with care in the USA just for you.