Challenge The Outdoors, Inc. "Dedicated To Serving The Recreational Needs and Desires of The Physically Challenged Sportsperson"
Resources For The Disabled Sportsperson
National Wild Turkey Federation Wisconsin Website. 800-THE-NWTF www.nwtf-wi.org Call or go online to find an up-to-date list of specific hunts and events.
National Wild Turkey Federation's Wheelin' Sportsmen 800-THE-NWTF www.nwtf.org/wheelin Call or go online to find an up-to-date list of specific hunts and events.
National Wild Turkey Federation 800-THE-NWTF www.nwtf.org Call or go online to find an up-to-date list of specific hunts and events.
"The Disabled Life" www.thedisabledlife.com A place where the disabled can get together with friends and make new ones. Feel free to look around or even register if you like.
"Adaptive Sportsmen Inc." www.adaptivesportsmen.org "Our Mission is providing recreational opportunities for Physically Challenged People" Adaptive Sportsmen Inc., 8727 W. Coldspring Rd., Greenfield, WI 53228
Buckmasters American Deer Foundation 800-240-3337 www.badf.org BADF's Special Partners is a national data bank available to anyone seeking information concerning handicapped hunting. BADF also hosts handicapped hunting events.
Fox Valley Chapter Trout Unlimited www.foxvalleytu.org/ Annual Fishing Day for People with Disabilities: 12:00 Noon, Maine Creek Farm, Shiocton Maine Creek Farm’s handicapped accessible pond is a big hit for anglers with disabilities. What a great way for you to experience the thrill and excitement of trout fishing. Don’t miss it!
Physically Challenged Bowhunters of America 724-668-7439 www.pcba-inc.org A nonprofit organization that assists physically disabled persons with active participation in bowhunting and archery sports.
Hunt of a Lifetime 866-345-4455 www.huntofalifetime.org A nonprofit organization that grants hunting adventures for children age 21 and under diagnosed with life- threatening illnesses.
Ballinger Wilderness Retreat Deer and Elk Hunts for the Physically Challenged. www.ballinger-wilderness-retreat.com/ 846 Lane 10, Powell, WY 82435 (307) 754-5475 meveball@tritel.net
Helluva Hunt CTO Recommended A++ Over the years several Challenge The Outdoors members have taken part in this wonderful hunt. All came away with glowing reports on how great their experience was. Following is a description of the hunt.
During the first week of October, Douglas, Wyoming opens it's heart and farmlands to 15 challenged hunters to hunt Antelope.
Funds are raised and prizes are furnished for this hunt through the philanthropic help of farmers, ranchers, and civic minded businesses in the local community. Lodging, license, meals, guides, and other miscellaneous things are all furnished at no cost to the hunter. Hunters are only responsible for their travel expenses. 15 challenged hunters are picked from across the U.S.A. every February. To be considered for participation in the Helluva Hunt you will need to receive and return an application by February. There has been a 100% success rate over the years. Contact the Stearns at: Gary and Jane Stearns, Helluva Hunt, 1562 Estbrook Road, Douglas, Wyoming 82633 Phone:(307) 358-6580"
Lakeshore Foundation 205-313-7400 www.lakeshore.org Offers, deer, quail, duck, and turkey hunts to individuals with physical disabilities on a 2000 acre facility near Livingston, Alabama.
Paralyzed Veterans of America 800-424-8200 www.pva.org/sports/shootindex.htm Teams with national conservation organizations like Quail Unlimited, Ducks Unlimited, and even the United States Marine Corps to offer quality outings for paralyzed hunters.
Disabled Sportmen of America www.disabledsportsmen.net Goal is to make hunting accesible to those who would have a hard time making it on their own.
One Armed Dove Hunt Association www.onearmdovehunt.com/ Sign up for the 33rd annual One-Armed Dove Hunt September 3-4, 2004, in Texas.
United Foundation For Disabled Archers 320-634-3660 www.uffdaclub.com In September, UFFDA hosts a whitetail hunt in northern Minnesota for 30 disabled members and a hunt in central Wisconsin for another 30 members, both provided at no cost to hunters except travel expenses.
Fishing Has No Boundaries 800-243-3462 www.fhnbinc.org Opening up the great outdoors for all people with disabilities through the world of fishing.
Accessible Canadian Adventures (ACA) www.acadventures.ca Contact Phone number listed on their website. "Disabled Hunting and Fishing in Canada" Accessible Canadian Adventures (ACA) provides disabled sportsmen and women a safe and meticulously planned adventure to hunt or fish anywhere in Canada.
Renegade Wheelchairs www.Renegadewheelchairs.com Renegade all-terrain wheelchairs are a totally new concept in manual wheelchairs designed for mobility of the outdoor enthusiast without hand to wheel.
USSA United Special Sportsman Alliance www.childswish.com/ a non-profit designed to help disabled and ill children and adults.
Be Adaptive Equipment LLC www.beadaptive.com P.O. Box 84 Columbia City IN 46725 Phone: 260-244-7031 A manufacturer of adaptive hunting equipment.
Wisconsin Outdoor Fun http://www.wisconsinoutdoorfun.com/ Is a state-wide portal into everything outdoors in the badger state; from hunting and fishing to hiking and biking. Expert bloggers and maps also on the site.