-Who Is Eligible-
Who is eligible for a dream adventure?
Any child or young adult twenty-one (21) years of age or younger who is a U.S. citizen, has been diagnosed with a life-threatening illness by a Physician and has not previously been granted another hunting or fishing adventure.
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Who can refer a child/young adult for a dream adventure?
The child or young adult themselves, a parent or legal guardian, friends or family members, Medical professionals or social workers are all able to make a referral for a dream adventure. Each candidate must submit a written application signed by a parent or legal guardian. Click on the following link to print application:
Participant Application (IF IT ASKS FOR PASSWORD, JUST HIT CANCEL)
If you are wanting to refer a child or young adult, contact Dream Pursuit and provide us with the name and contact information for the referral and we will then make contact with their parent or legal guardian. You may also have the child's or young adult's parent/legal guardian contact us.
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How does a child or young adult qualify for a dream adventure?
The child's or young adult's attending physician must make the determination of whether the child or young adult has a physician certified life-threatening disease. The child or young adult must also complete an application for a dream adventure.
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What types of outdoor adventures are provided?
Dream adventures are only "hunting and fishing adventures." We do not provide other types of "outdoor" activities. The child's or young adult's physician must determine whether the child's or young adult's condition will allow them to participate in certain types of adventures.
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Are there any age limits for a dream adventure?
Yes, there are certain limitations based upon the type of hunting or fishing adventure and the laws that apply to that adventure. Children must be at least 6 years old to fish and 8 years old to hunt.
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To participate in a "big game" hunt, such as elk, moose, caribou, bear and other "big game" species, the participant must be at least 12 years of age. This is due to the minimum age requirements that exist in many states and provinces for hunting.
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To participate in an off-shore fishing adventure, the participant must be at least 10 years of age. There are many things to take into account when considering this type of adventure. Although these adventures look appealing when seen on television, they can be very tiring and very strenuous. In most cases, once the boat is a certain distance from the docking area, there is no returning to shore or stopping in "calm water" to take a break. There is a strong possibility that the participant, parent or guardian will experience motion sickness (sea sickness) and it can be very tough on the participants and family members.
Are there any costs associated with a dream adventure?
It is our intent to cover ALL of the expenses associated with the dream adventure for the participant, guardian or family members (parents and siblings still living at home). All expenses are fully covered by Dream Pursuit including travel, meals, lodging, license, fees, taxidermy costs, etc. We want the dream adventure to be a memorable and fullfilling experience for everyone without the worry of any costs or expenses.