I just posted this with the Florida guys but thought I'd give it a little more exposure here. A buddy of mine here in TN has a nephew in Lakeworth, Florida who is a 13 year old special needs youngster. He is about to receive his first recurve bow and needs someone to spend a little time with him to get him started. Can anyone in the Lakeworth area spare a little time to get him on the right track? Carl Hammons, the boy's uncle can be contacted at 931-993-4821 or 931-364-7503. Any help would be greatly appreciated. :pray:
I wish I lived close by I'd be there.
I bet someone will step up.
God bless,Mudd
PS: Thank you for caring.
ttt
does he have all the gear he needs?
If not, PM me.
God Bless,
Nathan
Thanks guys. I believe his uncle is sending him all he needs to get started. Just need someone to help him out down there. God bless
ttt
TTT
ttt
If he needs arrows I will make a dozen cedars if you give me the specs of his set up. Best I can do sitting here in Michigan
Wish I could help, but I can only do so much. ttt for a good cause
wish I lived closer.
Appreciate all the good wishes and offers. I'll encourage Carl to check the posts regularly. Thanks again guys!
ttt, come on somebody must be in that area that could help out. You will probably make a friend for life if you do.
TTT... Let's keep trying
wish i lived there so i could help him out
Don't know how I missed this. I will give Carl a call tomorrow. Get some details and figure out something.
I will keep you all posted.
I will cut and paste this and send it to the tbof distribution list. Hopefully someone on that list lives close and can help.
Gregg
Hey Les and Gregg, Thanks so much for your kind thoughts and efforts. Gregg, thanks for getting this on the distribution list and Les, I am particularly appreciative of your offer to call Carl. I know he will be very happy to hear from you. Stay well all and God bless. Michael
Just got off the phone with Carl and got the details. Will be calling the family tonight or tomorrow and see where things go from there.
Turns out the bow that was sent for the 13 year old is 46@28.
Does anyone have a lighter bow 25-35 lb they would be willing to loan for a while.
If my brothers rehab is ok I might be able to get a 25 but I am looking for options.
Thanks
Les
Thanks again Les, you're the man!
Looks like help is on the way! Carl and I would like to thank all who expressed an interest, offered archery accessories and finally made it happen. Man, it feels good to be part of such a great organization of people with such big hearts. God Bless!
Spoke with them today. We will be meeting this coming Wednesday. Looking forward to it.
Have fun!
PLEASE SIR, Let Me Make the Boy Some Arrows!! They arent too Fancy, so if He Stumps them, Loses Them, There will Be No Great Loss!! This Is Why I Make Them, to SHOOT!! :pray:
pm sent
Les,
Did you get a bow yet I may have a fiberglass long bow laying around.Just let me know,Tim
Tim I have not. Decided to meet the young man first and get an idea of physical size and strength. Turns out he is left handed.
I will keep everyone in the loop and appreciate all the offers.
Les, I appreciate your taking the lead on this. Can't tell you how much your efforts are appreciated by everyone. Stay well, Michael
What about a book or DVD. I would be glad to send something. Sure wish I was close enough to help out in person.
Got to spend 1 1/2 hours with Kyle and his grandpa this afternoon. We spent time going over basics,equipment and exercises for the rhomboid.
Though Kyle was way over bowed, my 42 and his cousins 48 he was able to let some arrows fly and hit the target every time. :goldtooth:
Turns out Kyle is left handed but right eye dominant and he really wants to shot his cousins RH bow. We decided to start off right handed.
Was able to get a light weight bow tonight after leaving and will be seeing him again tomorrow.
this made me smile guys :)
Thought I would give an update. Kyle has shown some real improvement. He has built up his muscle strength, his form and is shooting very nice groups within the 10 yard limit I set for him.
He was a little startled when I took away the first bow I provided (PSE recurve 20lb) after a set of drills telling him it would not do anymore. Walked him over to my truck and presented a 35# Samick Sage and some arrows I had fletched up for him.
Wasn't sure how he would handle the 15# increase. This young man showed me. turns out he had been using the form master on his uncles 45# bow and working out regularly while shooting the 20 for form.
I am having a great time working and shooting with Kyle.
Bill I know you really want to make those arrows. I just cant tell you what to make due to the progress Kyle is making. At 35# he is at the minimum florida draw weight for hunting.
Merry Christmas to all.
PS. if anyone has a need for gently used PSE 25# youth recurve please post here. If more then one person responds in the next week I will have a drawing on New Years eve.
:clapper: :clapper: :clapper: Good for you!
Keeping the Faith!
Magnus
Great job! :clapper:
Good on you Les! Best wishes to you and your family for a blessed Christmas and a happy New Year! Thanks so much for stepping up, I know Carl and his family are deeply appreciative of your efforts and good nature. Stay well, Michael
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Les, i have a perfect person in mind that could use the recurve, His name is Adonis and is 7 years old , he knew nothing about hunting until he met me and is fascinated by my bow and arrows and the deer i have killed. He is being raised by his cousin because his father is not around and his mother don't want him. it's sad and his cousin does not have extra money for a bow. He shows interest in shooting. It would be a blessing for him, and make him happy. thanks.
Rafael email sent. sounds like a perfect match.
If you haven't found someone send me a PM. I can contact the National Archery in the Schools Program coordinator for Florida's Wildlfife Agency, who probably has an instructor near this youngster. The Eleven Steps to Archery Succss taught in the NASP are identical whether one shoots traditional or not.
you guys are awesome. everything from chris' stuff to something like meeting up with a kid and teachin him the ropes.
a+ effort gentlemen.
-hov
The bow that started this is on it's way to to the Great North. GREATBROWNKNOCKEMDOWN's story fit the ticket and it is on the way.
Just finished a FF flemish string for Kyles 35# and hope to get out there this week.
This really made my day ... :clapper: