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Mar 13
2008
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Pink Arrow Project - Raising Money for Breast Cancer ResearchPosted by Jason Amaro in Jason Amaro New Mexico, fitness, conservation, bowhunting fitness   |
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I came across the Pink Arrow Project this week and I really think it is a great way of showing your support for the ladies in your life. I will not proclaim to know all of the statistics but we all know someone has had or has Breast Cancer.
“Whether you shoot with them exclusively or carry one in your quiver as a sign of support, an all-pink arrow designed by Victory Archery just might end up bagging one of the world’s largest and most deadly predators---breast cancer.
The idea to offer and all-pink arrow designed to benefit breast cancer research came about last summer, at the International Bowhunting Organization National Triple Crown in Erie, Pennsylvania. It was there that Christa Lawhorn, wife of Victory Archery General Manager Bart Lawhorn, glimpsed some pink arrows made by Bart, being used by a Victory Staff Shooter. Christa, a nurse who has worked with many cancer patients, immediately saw the potential to benefit those patients by making the striking arrows available to everyone willing to support the cause.
The National Breast Cancer Foundation will receive a large portion of the profits from the project that is being headed by Mary Hale of Tennessee, a cancer survivor and longtime 3-D archer who had to give up the sport in 1999 when she was stricken with cancer. She will be showing off the arrows and answering questions at the 2008 ATA Show, in the Victory Archery booth.
“What I’m hoping is that this project will bring more life to archery, give us something to work for and be proud of.” Hale said.” I had just a 15-percent chance of making it; archery gave me a purpose, and this has allowed me to give back, and has brought a new meaning to my life.” Hale said.
“The Pink Arrow Project is about making money for cancer, not (simply) making money,” Hale said. “I realize that companies have to make money, but there are also good things that happen when we give, and Bart Lawhorn is not going into this to make money. That’s the way we want to keep it, it’s got to be about giving, not receiving”
“The Pink Arrows are available in all sizes of the VForce arrows and shafts. Bohning Archery is also helping by contributing white Double lock Blazer Nocks and Blazer Vans in white and hot pink. They are also available in other models as custom orders only.“
To order some arrows you can call them directly at 1-866-934-6565. If you only want one or two arrows send me a private message, I might have a dealer that will work with you.
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written by BowHuntingGrl, March 20, 2008
I saw your article on the Pink Arrow Project and this is just the neatist thing I have ever seen can you point me in the right direction in maybe ordering a dozen or two dozen of them any information would be Great! thanks a bunch
written by aroney, March 20, 2008
The phone number to order arrows and support this project is - 1-866-934-6565.
Thanks for the support!
Aneal
written by jamaro, March 21, 2008
I replied to your PM.
Once again thank you for supporting such a great project.
Jason
written by aroney, March 21, 2008
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Thanks for sharing this story with all of us. I want emphasize that this is truly worthwhile cause and has nothing to do with whether you shoot Victory arrows or not. Has nothing to do with whether or not you are going to shoot the arrow or even put into your quiver. It has everything to do with the fact that we all have mothers, sisters, aunts, grannies, daughters, and many friends that may have been, or could be affected by this disease.
Many of you in the past have asked on the forums how you could show your appreciation and support for BowCast - this is one way. Give the folks at Victory a call and order however many arrows you can afford - 1 or 1000.
Also, don't overlook the fact that you could purchase these arrows and donate them to a youth or mentor program, or even to your local archery shop to give away to a young female shooter. Could be a way to get a young girl interested in our sport!
Aneal