Welcome to Big Brothers Big Sisters of the Bay Area
Our mission is to facilitate and enhance the positive development of youth through volunteer friendships, mentoring, and outreach services. Thank you for your interest in our program. On this site you can find out how our program works, why it is important, and how you can get involved. Whether you’d like to become a Big Brother or Big Sister, a member of our Board of Directors, or a participant in one of our fund-raisers, I invite you to take a look. And then invite your friends!
Researchers found that after 18 months of spending time with their Bigs, the Little Brothers and Little Sisters, compared to those children not in our program, were:
- 46% less likely to begin using illegal drugs
- 27% less likely to begin using alcohol
- 52% less likely to skip school
- 37% less likely to skip a class
- 33% less likely to hit someone
- They also found that the Littles were more confident of their performance in schoolwork and getting along better with their families.
Women in the Outdoors
September 18th, 2010
WOMEN IN THE OUTDOORS COURSES:
Your paid registration fee of $25.00 includes: Lunch, snacks and the use of equipment, guns, and ammunition unless otherwise specified.
#1. ATV Safety:
This hands-on course will show you basic operation of all-terrain vehicles and safety practices. Bring a helmet, if you have one.
#2. Archery Basic:
Learn the safe use and selection of equipment. Then try it out for yourself on the target range.
#3. Archery Intermediate:
Here’s your chance to shoot the 3-D course. Bows are provided or you may bring your own.
#4. Cooking Outdoors:
Learn to cook outdoors over a campfire. Recipes will be shared! This is a hands-on course.
#5. Handgun Basics:
Thinking about buying a handgun for self protection? Want to learn target shooting? This course gives you hands on opportunity to get started in the sport.
#6. Hiking for Geocache:
Learn what is needed to safely take hikes in the wilderness along with basic survival skills. You will also learn how to use a hand held GPS, so be prepared to take a little hike and find some Geocache!
#7. Sporting Clays:
You will learn basic rifle techniques and be able to try your hand at sporting clays with the assistance of an instructor.
#8. U.P. Raptors:
Learn about the rehabilitation of U.P. Raptors and meet some of the birds up close and personal.
#9. Wild Game Hunting:
The season of big bucks is almost here. This informational course will emphasize safety and ethical hunting practices while learning scouting and various signs to identify wild game. This is a fascinating introduction to hunting in the Upper Peninsula; including the habits and movement of animals, to how to remove your game from the woods. This session will also cover types of firearms, practical clothing and hunting rules.
#11. Fields of Flowers:
You will use nature to create a beautiful arrangement for your home or camp.
#12. Self Protection:
You will learn effective and practical self defense for a wide range of situations including exercises that may save your life.
#13. Outdoor Photography:
Learn how to get a great outdoor picture. Please bring your camera.
Raffles available throughout the day, all funds raised will go to BBBS of the Bay Area.
Pre-registration is preferred by September 10; registration after this date or day of event accepted as space permits.
Planned Schedule:
8:30a-9:00 - Registration
9:00-9:15 - Introduction
9:15-10:45 - Class 1
10:45-11:00 - Break
11:00-12:30p - Class 2
12:30p-1:30 - LUNCH
1:30-3:00 - Class 3
3:00-3:15 - Wrap up
3:15-4:00 -Raffles/Drawings/etc.
4:15 Announce Raffle/Drawing winners
Registration Form:
Name: _________________________________
Address: _______________________________
City: ________ _________________________
Phone#: (_ _)__________________________
E-Mail: ________________________________
Each Session will run approximately 1 ½ hours. Please list Top 3 choices below. Please include three optional courses. Preferences will be on a first come basis by date of receipt of registration. In the event of unforeseen class changes, participants will be offered an alternative class.
MY FIRST THREE CHOICES ARE:
- ___________________________
- ___________________________
- ___________________________
MY OPTIONAL COURSES ARE:
- ___________________________
- ____________________________
- ____________________________
Mail checks and form to:
Big Brothers Big Sisters of the Bay Area
1100 Ludington Street, Suite 302
Escanaba, MI 49829
Make checks payable to:
Big Brothers Big Sisters of the Bay Area
For questions please call:
BBBS: 906-789-0060
Michelle: 906-789-2158 or cell 906-553-1298
Email Michelle: wylielabs@yahoo.com
