Help for my younger Brother

[steely171]

I have a younger brother who is special needs person.I was watching a show on PBS where a fellow by the name of Tony Semple had taken group of Young people out on a ranch for a management hunt.It got some wheels turning of how Rod would love this he would sh#* him self if he had a chance just to see some of those bucks come in.Is there anyone out there who can help in my quest?

[SR-Mechead]

You may want to contact someone at the Legends ranch in Bitely. I think they have a hunt like this every year.

[steely171]

Thanks I had forgot of them I go past the place when we hit the PM for Salmon.

[tallbear]

You can also check Benefit4kids.

benefit4kids.org

[steely171]

The only problem is Rod is 29 will thy still consider him a kid?

[tallbear]

The only problem is Rod is 29 will thy still consider him a kid?

I would contact them and see what they say.

[steely171]

Thanks.I did.Just a waiting game now.If anyone in there travels on the web comes across anything please shoot me a PM

[bigcountrysg]

Hey Steely I found this site. Maybe they can help you out or point you in the right direction.

http://huntingsociety.org/Michigan.html

They list a bunch of info on there site. As for guided hunts in michigan and outfitters in michigan.

[Rustyaxecamp]

I think I saw a program with a hunt like that at this place. Might be worth a call.

http://www.deertracksranch.com/index.aspx

[moonphase]

Very cool what you are trying to do for him.True brotherhood:)

[jackbob42]

Very cool what you are trying to do for him.True brotherhood:)


:yeahthat:

Maybe someone closer can help out.

[Gunslingergirl]

You might try this as well.

http://www.dreamcatchersusa.org/

They also have a forum, which might be helpful. It is here: http://dhnaforums.proboards3.com/

Their mission statement says "regardless of age". They might be able to help.

GSG

[Michihunter]

Check your PM's;)

[chrisu]

Steely,

It is a wonderful thing you are trying to do for your brother. If your brother has ever been in contact with a Social Worker, or State support organizations, they may be helpful in finding a foundation or group that supports these requests. I also found this link through the Buckmasters website - looks a little dated, but there is some contact info there.

http://www.buckmasters.com/More_Buckmasters/BADF/BADF.html

Good luck!

Chris

[steely171]

I'm working third shift so I have to head out but I will check out the links tomorrow morning.Some how I just knew you all would no what to do!:) :)

[steely171]

Once again thanks for all the help.If Rod only knew what I was up to I wouldn't get any sleep he would be on the phone with me every hour.I can only hope he will get a hunt.Please every one try to keep this on top so if some one comes in thy will see it and maybe have a fresh idea.:sad:

[swampbuck]

You might try Ted Nugents organization. also you might check S.C.I. they recently arranged a hunt for a blind kid from Roscommon

[steely171]

The PMs have been over whelming.Some have touched my hart.If I would have realized the response we would have got.A special thanks to the fallowing people.EVERYONE AT THIS SITE.You all are out standing.If any one wonders where the love to hunt as gone send them to me I can tell them in great detail!:) :coolgleam

[dyemen]

Don't know if this applies and what type of disabilities you brother has.....but check out the Wheelin' sportsmen site
http://www.wheelinsportsmen.org/wheelin/

When it does happen, please make sure to share the story and pictures!

Good Luck!

Dave

[steely171]

So far we have tried a Hunt above,Legends,Make a wish Ted's web site The Tony Semple,and many more.Its all a waiting game.It's a lot more work than I first thought but I'm sure if I stay persistent someone will step up and find away to get Rod his Big Buck that hangs above his bed.

[BIG DAVE]

rob trott from great lakes outdoors does hunts for special needs, seen acouple of shows
one with mike utley from the lions isnt tony simple a x lion player
himself. good luck dave.

[steely171]

Thanks Dave I had forgot about Rod and Tony is a X Lion but we cant judge some for there past mistakes though:lol:

[steely171]

I am sorry but I intend to keep this on top until I get my brother a hunt for a white tail That he can hang on the wall:help: !I know that out there some where there is someone with some strings thy can pull.

[Neal]

You might try Ted Nugents organization. also you might check S.C.I. they recently arranged a hunt for a blind kid from Roscommon

S.C.I's "Safari Wish" program is primarily geared toward children with terminal conditions, however will check with the local chapters to see if they able to make arrangments for your brother.

If it doesn't work out, I would be happy to provide a free ranging hunt for your brother. I can't promise a wallhanger, but I will put deer in front of him.

[Thunderhead]

If it doesn't work out, I would be happy to provide a free ranging hunt for your brother. I can't promise a wallhanger, but I will put deer in front of him.

I knew that there was a reason why I'd liked you. :)

[Ferg]

I knew that there was a reason why I'd liked you. :)

Ditto -

ferg....

I was just listening to Jackie Bushman about his Buckmaster hunts - I would be checking into that oo - I saw a link above -

[fishinmachine2]

Not sure of your brothers condition but he can apply for the disabled deer hunt for the Shiawassee federal. Its a 2 day hunt with a shot gun or muzzel loader. They have 2 different hunts, Nov 15 and 16 or Nov 17 and 18. They only take so many hunters for these hunts but its almost a guarantee he will get drawn. I've done this hunt a few times and its a great hunt, lots of deer and a chance to shoot a real monster. THey have nice pop up blinds with heaters and you can go with him and sit. I'm 40 now and i've been in a chair for 14 years now so I know what its like to need help but you just have to keep plugging along and keep doing the things you love. Instant message me if you have anymore questions and good luck to your brother!!

Scott

[TNL]

This is why this site is so cool.

[steely171]

The out poor of response has been out standing.No matter what you need weather it be help for fishing,trapping,hunting,camping every one seems to be very helpful.If anyone ever asks if I know of a site to go to I recommend this one:) .As you can imagen the peploe from the out of doors stick together and try to help everyone:grouphug:

[Michihunter]

Looks like your bro will get at least one opprotyunity and possibly several!! Great to see that you are getting some great help from the members here.;)

[NoWake]

I hunted a beautiful wall hanger all fall. Saw him several times during archery season. Saw him opening morning of firearm season running for cover, with all the local hunting pressure I figured he went completely nocturnal. I shot a decent 8pt. that evening and low and behold Big Boy was with him but I did not know it until he bolted when I walked up to tag the buck I took. Got a real good look at him from 40 yards as he ran by.:mad:

To make a long story short it was like a chess game with him the rest of this fall. I saw him several more times but never had a chance for a shot. He is still walking and if he makes it until next fall, and if your still looking for something for your brother maybe he can have a crack at this bloke. It's gotten personal between him and I. (lol) I consider him a buck of a lifetime for me.

[Rusher]

If all else fails, you could get the family together and chip in for a gift hunt. I've seen in the past these preserves have reduced rates for people with disabilities.

Good luck

[steely171]

Thanks No Wake.I will be taking down names so don't be surprised for that call come October;) .Mom,His Dad and I have discussed that Rush.If we don't get a hunt from an origination it's on the table and I will be out after the Ranches to see what I can do.

[Rusher]

Steely 171,

If interested you may want to checkout the (Big G Ranch) thier located between Big Rapids & Morley on 5 mile Rd. Les has done some of these hunts in the past.

Hood Luck

[steely171]

Yup they are on my list.I'm planning on bugging these places until one of them caves in.I send out E-mails about every three day's.I still have to say!Thank you all for the support I have got!Some of them bring tears to my eye's.I even got a PM on how it would be nice to have everyone pitch a buck or two in.I lost who it was and have tried to find them but still have not.If thy are still looking at this I would like to say.We love the idea but it is more than we want to ask this site.The help we are getting is more than we expected.A free rome hunt with some one who has never meat me.That is something I never expected;) THANK YOU ALL

[Ebowhunter]

Send me a PM. The Michigan Taxidermists have a hunt program. I will check at the 1/28 meeting with the guys who organize the hunt.

[steely171]

Thanks ebow I put you in my buy list later this month I will give ya PM and see whats up.

[eddiejohn4]

I have property with a few handicap blinds built. ( a friend is a quadraplegic) If you are interested I could set you up for a weekend hunt next season.:)

[steely171]

Thanks Edd.I will talk it over with Rod but just in case you missed it Rod is mentally challenged.Not paralyzed.

[steely171]

Please excuse me me for being an a## but I really do want to keep this on top of the list here!Someday you may have a quest like this and you will understand then.If you only could no my little bro you would be doing this to.;)

[Michihunter]

Fear not Steely. I'm sure most here understand completely.;)

[steely171]

Thanks MICH but it's a good thing to say that you are sorry for being rude:bowdown: .

[swampbuck]

heres some info from TNUSA that might help

http://www.tnusami.com./Handicap/handicap.htm

[steely171]

heres some info from TNUSA that might help

http://www.tnusami.com./Handicap/handicap.htmThanks.I sent an E-MAIL out to someone at the site at the beginning of the month and still have not got anything back from them.:sad: