Welcome to the Women's Outdoor Culture Camp (WOCC)!
Join us for our transformative 4th annual Women's Outdoor Culture Camp, offering a unique and comprehensive outdoor experience tailored specifically for women. Set in the beautiful Mill Cove Environmental Area, this camp focuses on deepening your practical skills, fostering self-reliance, and connecting with nature on a profound level.
Date: July 18th - 20th, 2025
Location: Mill Cove Environmental Area, 2317 Mill Creek Rd, Tioga, PA 16946
Introducing Our Enhanced C.O.R.E Program
At WOCC, we’ve reimagined our approach to outdoor education. Our new C.O.R.E. program – Challenge, Overcome, Renew, Empower – is designed to elevate your experience from basic survival skills to transformative outdoor adventures. This program is crafted to push your limits, help you overcome challenges with resilience, renew your connection with nature, and empower you to lead and inspire.
What’s New at WOCC?
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Advanced Wilderness Survival: Dive deeper into survival techniques with complex shelter building, advanced fire-making, and expert navigation.
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Expert-Led Foraging and Wild Cooking: From identification to preparation, learn how to safely forage and cook wild edibles over an open flame.
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Specialized Aquatic Adventures: Expand your skills in fishing and kayaking, culminating in a stream-to-table culinary experience.
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Comprehensive Hunting Skills: Enhance your proficiency in archery, participate in ethical simulated hunts, and master tracking and field dressing.
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In-Depth Conservation Projects: Get hands-on with crucial conservation efforts including habitat construction, riparian buffer creation, and pollinator planting.
Registration Information
Our camp is exclusive to 100 participants to ensure a personalized and impactful experience. Secure your spot early and immerse yourself in the great outdoors!
Registration Fee: $25 (nonrefundable) to cover administrative costs. Unable to attend? Consider donating your spot to another enthusiastic youth or woman.
Meals and Accommodations
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Self-Cooked Meals: Embrace the spirit of outdoor living by preparing your own meals using provided ingredients like fish, venison, and wild boar.
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Accommodations: Option to borrow a tent or sleeping bag or bring your own. Please indicate your needs upon registration.
Camp Schedule Highlights
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Thursday Evening: Optional early arrival for camp setup.
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Friday: Registration, safety briefing, and a selection of afternoon clinics focusing on various outdoor skills.
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Saturday: Full day of clinics exploring advanced techniques and personal growth activities.
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Sunday: Morning clinics followed by camp cleanup and farewells.
Fun and Games
Packing List and Additional Information
Upon registration, you’ll receive a welcome bag with essential camping gear and instructions for preparing for your stay. Remember to pack personal hygiene products as bathrooms are available, but showers are not.
Stay Connected
Have questions or need further information? Feel free to reach out to us. We’re here to help you prepare for an unforgettable adventure at WOCC.