Land needed for an event

[Str8shooter_USA]

I am about a week away from filing paperwork in NY state for a nonprofit corporation.  Physically Challenged Sportsmen of America (www.pcsaonline.com) promotes greater access to the outdoors for sportsmen with limitations.  We'd like to stage an event or two as early as this fall.  I am looking for a person who would allow hunters with special needs to bow and/or  later gun hunt for deer on their property.  The land would have to be accessible by vehicle and ATV.  The idea is to place our guys (some in wheelchairs) in strategic locations to give them an opportunity to shoot a deer.  Retrieval would be done by an able-body helper.  Land owners are held harmless of liability by NY law.  More details can be provided.  Any kind hearted people out there?

Rob

[VenaticOutdoors]

Rob - this is a great idea.  I've always wanted to help the disabled - if I ever secure a lease or get my own land I'll be sure to get a hold of you.  The same goes for the rest of my team - I will touch base with them throughout the season.  Sorry I did not see this earlier.

[Str8shooter_USA]

Hey thanks for the response and kind word.  A lot of people read this post but you are the only one to reply.  I expect people generally think that ATVs will tear up their property badly.  In truth those of us who require an ATV to access hunting areas are very conscientious because we want to continue using the privledge.  When you're ready, we'll be here.

PCSA became a NY not-for-profit corporation as of 9/1/10.  Soon we will submit the IRS application for our 501©(3) nonprofit designation.  Already we have a few known sponsors wanting to associate with our effort.  The interest in the website is growing with members on the way.  We even have a few offers to donate hunts. 

Thanks again for the interest,

Rob

[Paulie]

Rob,

Can you tell us a little more about yourself and what you are doing? If I had land i would help!! However, maybe there is something else that we can do? A family member of mine is in a wheelchair and hunts, although I have never been hunting with him, i am interested to see what might be needed or where we may help...if there is something that I can do i would...just don;t know what that may be?????

[Bleitten04]

Staightshooter

I wish I could possibly help you.  It is possible in the future that I could possibly do something.  It would be nice if you kept the forum updated with upcoming things where people may be able to help out.  Also maybe if you put this post on one of the hunting boards more people would see it and respond.  Good luck and BTW I think what your doing is great and I hope it works out for you and whoever gives a hand!!! 

[Str8shooter_USA]

  Paulie and Bleitten04 -

First let me say that I appreciate your interest and warm wishes. Thank you. I made a complete post on the Introductions forum on 7/1/10. That post should tell you enough about me. What I am doing can best be described by checking out the PCSA web (www.pcsaonline.com) site. That is our means of keeping those interested updated. Like you, many people have friends or family who have mobility restrictions due to age, disability, or service mishap. At one end, some rely solely on those relationships to get out into the woods or on the water. At the other end, others attempt to maintain their independence by going it alone. Most fall somewhere in between usually asking for help in scouting or retrieval of game. Be supportive of your family member by offering your assistance if sincere. Tell him about our site. He may like to hear of methods and others who are coping. When PCSA does stage an event, we will need some good able-bodied people to be there for those needing some assistance. It may mean a morning or a day in turkey or deer season when you are not hunting yourself or a summer weekend day helping out during a fishing adventure. If you are willing to trade a little of your time for the “feel goods” of lending a hand, shoot ([email protected]) me an email.

Rob

[Str8shooter_USA]

I decided to keep you updated, as requested, by making a post in the General NY Clubs and Organizations forum.  Additional information about PCSA may be found there. 

Thanks again for the interest,

Rob

[G-Man]

What area are you looking in? i have a fairly large tract and would consider it if your in my area.

[nyantler]

I hae a friend that has an organization that takes Physically challenged individuals hunting and fishing here is his site www.advancedstrategiesadventures.org his name is Lloyd Wiegel... you can probably contact him through the site.. I'm sure he would be happy to help in any way!

[Str8shooter_USA]

G-Man

I live in Rochester and would coordinate an effort in Monroe County and perhaps the Ontario County area.  We also have Board members residing in Horseheads NY.  As more people join up from around the state, my hope is that some would show an interest to do the same.  We know there are more of us out there; the trick is to encourage people with limitations to voice their desire to continue their interest in the outdoors.

nyantler

Actually I met Lloyd Wiegel at a spring turkey hunt sponsored by the NWTF, Oswego River chapter.  My friend Bill Wilbur is the NY State Volunteer Coordinator for the Wheelin' Sportsmen Program of the NWTF.  I have a photograph on my Facebook page of all who attended that day.  I kept Lloyd's card and one I got later on from another associate that I met at an outdoors show.  When we do recognize a need in Central NY for an outdoor opportunity, I would call on Advanced Strategies Adventures for their support.

Gentlemen, I appreciate your responses. Thank you.  It shows you have empathy for those of us who are frustrated with physical limitations yet want to pursue our interests in the outdoor sports.