Periodically, information comes to my attention that does not fit on the existing pages of this website that will be of interest to disabled hunters or anglers. For this type of information, I've created the following page. As always, please let me know at don@afarcry.info if you know of anything to add.
Free Wheelin Sportsmen Membership Available
USSA
Hunts for Terminally Ill or Disabled Youth
SCI Pathfinder Award
Sportsman's Travel Insurance
Free Wheelin Sportsmen Membership Available
There are several free Wheelin Sportsmen memberships available. Send name and complete address if you are interested. Please email your information to:
Allen McClendon
Regional Director NWTF/ AL, GA, FL
amcclendonnwtf@charter.net
More info about Wheelin Sportsmen is at http://www.wheelinsportsmen.org/wheelin/
USSA Hunts for Terminally Ill or Disabled Youth
Bridget Odonoghue from USSA called me the other day. They are in desperate need of some youth (terminal or disabled) who have had hunter's safety training and are between the ages of 12 and 17. She has a pile of amazing hunts lined up but not enough kids to fill all the spots. If you know ANYBODY who would fit the bill and would enjoy a trip hunting just about everything available in this country, please contact her at 1-715-884-2256. Their website it at http://www.childswish.com/These hunts are totally paid for so it's a fantastic opportunity for the kids. If anyone is curious but unconfortable contacting them directly, give me a shout and I will gladly help out. Thanks
Don
Each year, SCIF sponsors and coordinates world-class hunting safaris for the annual Pathfinder Award. This award is presented to an individual who is faced with overcoming a physical challenge or disability that is otherwise capable of interfering with a routine way through life; he or she must discover previously unexplored regions of self-esteem, self-worth, courage, persistence, and determination. The recipient is someone who has a “never quit” attitude and who is recognized as an ambassador for other “pathfinders” seeking leadership when faced with similar challenges. More information can be found at SCIPathfinderAward
This is an item that is not directly related to disabilities, but I have found it to be a solid and worthwhile product. Through this outfit, a person can insure their hunting or fishing trip (deposit, license cost, equipment, etc). For example, if a trip needs to be canceled due to health reasons, any costs incurred can be recovered. This is an opportunity any hunter or angler should consider, but those with health issues due to disabilities should pay special attention.
To look into it further, their web address is http://sportsmanstravelinsurance.com/