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Helping the Elderly and Physically Challenged Enjoy the Outdoors
Formed in 2003, The North American Squirrel Association (nasa) is a non-profit organization that grew out of a desire to provide physically challenged and elderly members of our community with outdoor opportunities such as hunting and fishing. Using donated funds and equipment from generous individuals and businesses in the Coulee Region, nasa has been able to provide such opportunities free of charge to those in need, all the while continuing to grow.
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Squirrel News!
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Sunday, June 28th was the date of the second annual nasa 100 trap shoot at the Gunslick Trap Club in Holmen, Wisconsin! Here are some photos of the event:
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The 2009 nasa Golf Scramble will be held Saturday, July 18th at Coulee Golf/Bowl in Onalaska, WI. Go to the Events Page to find more details and a registration form!
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Our wheelchair-accesible pontoon boat, the S.S. Squirrel, has launched! We are still accepting reservations, so head on over to our Fishing Page to sign up!
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On Saturday, January 31st, we held the annual Billy Gowlland Memorial Squirrel Derby at Badger State Sportsman's Club in Stoddard, Wisconsin. Go to our Upland Game page for photos of the event!
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As of 2008, we have traded in our old wheelchair-accessible pontoon boat for a new one! Next Summer, When the weather warms up and the river is clear of ice, we hope to see you aboard!
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Friday, October 31st, 2008 Steve Earp and his hunting dog Greta helped guide a pheasant hunt! Jeff (seated) and his helper Ken had a great time shooting, and Art Lotz drove the Kubota vehicle.
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Saturday, June 28th, 2008 was the date of the first ever nasa 100 trap shooting event at the Gun Slick Trap Club in Holmen, Wisconsin. Here are some photos of the event!
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Saturday, June 28th, 2008 was also nasa day with the La Crosse Loggers baseball team! Here are some photos of the day at the ballpark!
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Click below to view a video clip of the 2008 nasa banquet!
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WISCONSIN HUNTING ACCESSIBILITY through UW-La Crosse
The following website, created by two physical therapy students at UW-L, is a great resource for physically challenged hunters. It provides information about various types of equipment, available hunting land and sponsors, and permits and regulations for the state of Wisconsin. Links are provided to assist in obtaining necessary forms, equipment, and information about hunting options for physically challenged people.
Link to Wisconsin Hunting Accessibility Website
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Awards and Honors
2005-06 New Organization Of The Year Award
Presented by the La Crosse County Conservation Alliance, whose purpose is to provide a forum for La Crosse County conservation organizations that seek to promote sound management of natural resources for the benefit of people and wildlife.
2005-06 External Relations Outstanding Service Award
Presented by the Wisconsin DNR Disabled Advisory Council. This category includes groups and sportsman groups who are involved in accessability projects, issues and events that serve to open the outdoors to the disabled. Volunteer groups and granting foundations are recognized in this category for service, projects, or funding of a DNR project.
2006/07 Outstanding Project Award
Presented by the La Crosse County Conservation Alliance, whose purpose is to provide a forum for La Crosse County conservation organizations that seek to promote sound management of natural resources for the benefit of people and wildlife.
2006/07 Outstanding Volunteer Of The Year Award (Group)
Presented by the Coulee Region Volunteer Coordinators, who recognize the contributions volunteers in our community make that support the quality of life that sets the Coulee Region apart as a great place to live. Without the commitment, time and support that these individuals bring to our area, many programs would be unable to accomplish as much as they do in our community.
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Mission Statement
The North American Squirrel Association was formed in order to:
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Assist the physically challenged and elderly enjoy hunting and fishing opportunities and recreational activities.
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Support and aid in the events sponsored by the Wisconsin and Minnesota Departments of Natural Resources. Examples of such events are the early disabled white tail deer hunts and duck hunts.
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Aid with individuals and other organizations with similar goals and objectives.
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Contribute to the education of young people interested in the pursuit of outdoor activities related to hunting, fishing, and conservation.
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Click here to view the article "People First Language" (Adobe PDF document) by Kathie Snow (www.disabilityisnatural.com)
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