Women's Outdoor Network

Women's Outdoor Network, Inc. (WON, Inc.) is a non-profit, volunteer organization dedicated to serving women in and near the metropolitan Atlanta area. We are looking forward to a wonderful year of outdoor activities and social events and hope that you join WON and attend as many of them as possible. In addition to the hikes, cycles, kayaks and other events taking place, we hold quarterly planning meetings where you can discuss your needs and suggest upcoming trips. We are driven to meet the needs of our members and welcome feedback anytime.

RECENT EVENTS:

The Self Defense Class held Sunday Feb. 3rd at Mcleary Martial Arts Studio in Hiram was a huge success. We learned techniques to make us look less like easy victims including looking people in the eye when you encounter them , not going places alone when you can help it, to get an escort to your car when you feel you need it, and to not be distracted when we are in potentially dangerous situations like a deserted parking area.

Mrs. McLeary then taught us various maneuvers to break the most common types of holds from the front, back and by our hair. We learned how to fight off an attacker from the ground. She also showed us the most effective strikes for a close encounter and how to strike once we have broken the hold.

Officer Mike of Paulding Police then suited up in the "Red Man Suit" which was fully padded to allow us to strike at full force and learn that we do have the strength it takes to fight off such an encounter.

The class was a very empowering experience for me.

--Beverly

For information on joining Women's Outdoor Network, click here, call the WON Hotline at 770-937-6770, or email our membership director.

NEWS:

PRIDE: For the 3rd year in a row Curve and Pandora Events will host the hottest women's party in the South. Read more...
Trips: Check out the calendar to see what's coming up.
Join or Renew online!
Trip Coordinators Needed: WON is looking for anyone interested in coordinating a trip! We are looking for anyone who likes to bike, hike, canoe, skate, kayak, climb or do any other outdoor activity. Check the calendar to see which days are open and plan an event of your choosing. Use this form to submit your ideas. Our Trip Coordinator's Checklist will tell you everything you need to know to get ready for your trip!
WON Talk: Sign up for our public email list to talk with other WON members and people interested in outdoor activities. You do not have to be a member to join this list. Please view our posting policy.
Newsletters: Members will get our regular newsletter each quarter with complete trip details and trip leader contact information! Join now so you won't miss a thing!