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Author Topic: Need some help for a handicapped archer.....  (Read 660 times)

Offline slayer1

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Need some help for a handicapped archer.....
« on: January 20, 2011, 06:43:00 AM »
A parent came to our archery club to see if we could help his 12 year old handicapped son shoot a bow. This is the issue. Because of a birth defect he is missing his right hand mid way between his elbow and wrist. He would pull a bow left handed. The problem is figuring out how he can hold the bow with his right arm. Does anyone have any experience or ideas on how we go about doing this?
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Offline Benny Nganabbarru

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Re: Need some help for a handicapped archer.....
« Reply #1 on: January 20, 2011, 06:46:00 AM »
I saw a photo of an Aussie lass who shot her tradbow using a mouth release aide because of similar circumstances.
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Re: Need some help for a handicapped archer.....
« Reply #2 on: January 20, 2011, 06:50:00 AM »
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Re: Need some help for a handicapped archer.....
« Reply #3 on: January 20, 2011, 06:52:00 AM »
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Re: Need some help for a handicapped archer.....
« Reply #4 on: January 20, 2011, 07:01:00 AM »
maybe one of those artificial arms/hands.wonder how hard it would be to get one of those.
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Re: Need some help for a handicapped archer.....
« Reply #5 on: January 20, 2011, 07:24:00 AM »
Contact New York Bowhunters. They have a Physically Challenged Committee and have been helping those with disabilities through the use of modified equipment for some time now.

 http://www.newyorkbowhunters.com/disabled.html
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Re: Need some help for a handicapped archer.....
« Reply #6 on: January 20, 2011, 08:17:00 AM »
Please take a note!!!

This is exactly what I'm always bragging about!!!

My Tradgang family jumps in to help each and every time. No problem is to big or too small!!

Woot! Woot! You folks are just the best!!!

God bless you all!

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Re: Need some help for a handicapped archer.....
« Reply #7 on: January 20, 2011, 08:31:00 AM »
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[QB] Please take a note!!!

This is exactly what I'm always bragging about!!!

My Tradgang family jumps in to help each and every time. No problem is to big or too small!!

Woot! Woot! You folks are just the best!!!


Yes, Roy I agree wholeheartedly...recognizing the need (needy) and immediately taking it to the family for a plan to meet the need.   Worthy indeed!!   :clapper:
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Offline Ike 403

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Re: Need some help for a handicapped archer.....
« Reply #8 on: January 20, 2011, 09:52:00 AM »
The host of KY Dept. of Fish and Wildlife Resources' weekly TV show lost the use of his right hand in a motorcycle accident years ago. He shoots a bow using a bite-assist tied on to the string. Attached is his blurb from the KDFWR site:

 http://fw.ky.gov/tfarmer.asp?lid=1528&NavPath=C701

He also hosts a clinic for hunters with disabilities.
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Re: Need some help for a handicapped archer.....
« Reply #9 on: January 20, 2011, 10:00:00 AM »
I've worked with these folks in the past and they do have adaptive equipment. If you see nothing on their website that may help- CALL THEM. I highly recommend these folks! Good Luck and....thanks

 http://pcba-inc.org/hunting
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Re: Need some help for a handicapped archer.....
« Reply #10 on: January 20, 2011, 10:04:00 AM »
I remember seeing something in Traditional Bowhunting Magazine about the Shriners helping a young man with an almost identical situation.
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Re: Need some help for a handicapped archer.....
« Reply #11 on: January 20, 2011, 10:58:00 AM »
Thanks for the info guys! I think I will call the NY bow hunters and see if they can help us!
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Re: Need some help for a handicapped archer.....
« Reply #12 on: January 20, 2011, 11:50:00 AM »
A back tension release would work.Does he need a bow I have a few fiberglass low poundage ones I could send you.
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Re: Need some help for a handicapped archer.....
« Reply #13 on: January 20, 2011, 11:56:00 AM »
As posted above by ike 403 KDFG would be a good contact. Also try Ky Afield he works with them alot,he has put on demos on their TV show. I might add he is a very good shot too.

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Re: Need some help for a handicapped archer.....
« Reply #14 on: January 20, 2011, 12:02:00 PM »
Suggest a carefully constructed prosthesis which will hold the bow tightly in his right hand. Might even be whittled out of wood or otherwise. No need to spend big bucks. My friend has a leg prostesis he sticks his leg stump in to play golf.
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Re: Need some help for a handicapped archer.....
« Reply #15 on: January 20, 2011, 12:28:00 PM »
The Physically Challenged Bowhunters of America can help. There are several ways to adapt but the simplest is a mouth tab. My friend Drew McCartney is past president and shoots with one. Can call him at (785) 735-4230. He would be more than happy to assist.
Kent
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Re: Need some help for a handicapped archer.....
« Reply #16 on: January 20, 2011, 04:01:00 PM »
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Originally posted by kbaamigo:
The Physically Challenged Bowhunters of America can help. There are several ways to adapt but the simplest is a mouth tab. My friend Drew McCartney is past president and shoots with one. Can call him at (785) 735-4230. He would be more than happy to assist.
Kent
Kent, I called Drew, he is going to help us out! He was a super nice guy to talk too! I really appreciate all the input guys! It just goes to show you how special this place really is.    :)   I will try and keep everyone posted on the young mans progress!
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Offline e alexander

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Re: Need some help for a handicapped archer.....
« Reply #17 on: January 20, 2011, 04:42:00 PM »
Our club, has two physically challenged shooters. One lost his right arm, and changed to shooting left handed with a prosthetic. He hold the bow with the prosthetic, and shoots with his fingers (and he's one heck of a shot!)  The other guy, shoots with his mouth as does Tim Farmer of KY Afield (as has been mentioned).
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Re: Need some help for a handicapped archer.....
« Reply #18 on: January 20, 2011, 04:47:00 PM »
Congrats to all,you guys are amazing and inspiring ,hats off!
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