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editor’s note “It thus emerges that for young people and adults alike, outdoor adventure is perceived as a vehicle for building values and ideas for developing creativity and enterprise, for enhancing a sense of citizenship, and for widening physical and spiritual horizons.” - lord Hunt of lianfar. accept no limits OUTDOOR WOMEN UNLIMITED Executive Director/Editor/Publisher rebecca a. Wood life is about making choices. When you are a leader it is so important to be aware and keen on seeing needs that exist in your program. it is also important to recognize the interests within your membership and with individuals who are impacted by your mission or passion. a keen sense, much like a hunter on a hunt, is necessary for a productive harvest. When it is time to approach, being alert to the surroundings and acutely aware of what needs to be done to “take care of business,” is as significant to caring for the pack. Managing Editor Whitney Wood Hurt, JD Assistant Managing Editor lisa Mcneil Special Assignments/Media Specialist robert Hill Pinkston iii Design/Printing/Mailing McQuick Printing Company Photography When my daughter and i created Outdoor Women Unlimited, we saw a need for a place for women to learn and enjoy the outdoor adventure. Growing up hunting, fishing, camping and hiking were seeds planted at early ages in our lives. We discovered many teen age girls and women (of all ages) were missing out on the opportunity to experience what we had been blessed to learn and share together. nate McKenzie Photography Piece by piece, we created Outdoor Women Unlimited, an organization dedicated to providing women and families with the education and the excitement of outdoor experiences through teaching out