Crossbow permit during archery season

[coughunter]

Anyone know what it takes to receive special permission to use a crossbow during the regular achery season. I have had issues with carpal tunnel in the past and recently crushed my writing and draw hand and would like to know what i need to do in order to get permission to use a crossbow during bow season. I have heard before you need a doctors note but if anyone has any suggestions or experience with this any information would be appreciated.

[pottymouth]

i'd call f&w and ask them directly, you'll need to meet with them anyway.

[IR_mike]

A surgeons note and a broken shoulder last august did not do it for me.

I dont have the rejection note anymore but I remember the word "amputation" being listed as criteria for reicieving it.

Seeings how I rebroke it and tore my rotater cup 2 weeks ago maybe I'll try reapplying again this year.

[GillieSuit]

I can't say what the outcome would be, because I don't make the rules nor do I enforce them. However, If you present your facts and your case to fish and wildlife I am sure someone will take the time to talk to you and decide weather your situation qualifies for a disability permit.

Anyway. Take the evidence of your injuries and dissabilities with you along with any verifications provided by your doctor. Schedule a meeting with the appropriate department within Alberta Sustainable Resources and see what shakes out.

Sorry to hear you've been all smashed up. Sounds like a bummer if you ask me. Anyway I hope you heal up soon and good luck with your meeting at SRD.

Regards,

[jim-bo]

Give them a call, chances are that you will not meet the deadline that you want, this process can take awhile so don't hold your breath.

[buckslayer1]

Originally Posted by jim-bo

Give them a call, chances are that you will not meet the deadline that you want, this process can take awhile so don't hold your breath.

I dont know where you get your info from but it does not take a long time at all.It is a doctors note and a yes or no from F&W.Dont post what you dont know.

[Broken-Arrow]

My dad was diagnosed with Parkinsons a few years back and can no longer draw 40Ibs, his doctor specified this as well as the fact that there is no rehab or medication that would allow him this ability again in the future. He got his crossbow permits. I would guess that they would say a crushed hand is something that can be rehabilitated, unless it is bad enough that your doctor will state otherwise.