About Venery
Venery, a hunting school for all women, started in 2017 because we found that new hunters, especially people who are taking up hunting as adults, learn best when they have both experienced mentors and supportive peers.
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We believe every woman deserves the skills, confidence, and community to thrive in wild places. Through hands-on education, mentorship, and meaningful connection, we’re reshaping what it means to be a hunter, one class, camp, and conversation at a time.
Our Values:
Build confidence through education
Create community rooted in respect and curiosity
Center women+ in the hunting and conservation space
Teach ethical, sustainable practices
Provide mentorship without gatekeeping
Foster joy, courage, and self-reliance outdoors
We’re proud to be a Montana-based, women-owned business committed to making hunting more inclusive and accessible.
Based in Montana, teaching across the Mountain West​
Who we are . . .
Alex
ALEX Stokman is the founder of Venery. She's a Montana Master Hunter, an Artemis Ambassador for Montana, and a dedicated FWP Hunter Safety Instructor and Range Safety Officer. But Alex is more than just accolades; she's a mother of three who understands the importance of time for herself.
For Alex, hunting is both a personal journey and a way to provide for her family. She values harvesting food from nature, from berries and mushrooms to deer and waterfowl, finding deep satisfaction in nourishing her loved ones while minimizing waste. Alex's love for hunting goes beyond sustenance; it's about connecting with the Earth, embracing the elements, and rejuvenating her spirit.
Through Venery, Alex and her team empower women by teaching them the art, sport, and ethics of hunting. They create a welcoming community where women mentor and learn from each other, fostering self-reliance and sustainability. Together, they make hunting a powerful way to bring people closer and promote conservation.
Venery Mentors
Mentoring Defined
Teaching Focuses On The How, Mentoring Focuses On The Why
Mentoring focuses more on applying knowledge in practice. Not just how to do something, but why it's useful. Mentors impart their wisdom, practical insight, and creativity to encourage learners to express and develop their own skills.
1. TEACHING IS ABOUT KNOWLEDGE
The role of the teacher is to share their knowledge through instruction and explanation. In the traditional sense, teaching involves formal lessons on a subject, often including a detailed lesson plan and methods of assessment.
2. MENTORING IS ABOUT EXPERIENCE - this is what Venery does!
Mentoring, on the other hand, is more informal and relational in nature. A mentor acts as an advisor, sharing knowledge based on their lived experience. There’s more sharing between the two as mentors strive to help their mentees grow into peers.
Want to be a mentor?
Are you interested in getting involved with Venery? We look for mentors who have expertise in:
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Rifle hunting
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Turkey hunting
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Archery hunting
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Outdoor skills
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Wild game harvesting
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& more!
Don't see a skill you have above? Reach out - we'd love to hear from you!