Florida Deer Hunting

Florida Deer Hunting

Our Florida hunting for deer (Florida whitetail) is conducted on private land in Glades, Highlands and Okeechobee county. The hunting area consists of several hundred acres which is surrounded by thousands of acres owned by other property land owners. The terrain on our land and the surrounding land around our land varies from palmetto thickets to oak trees and other hardwoods. Grass fields, cow pastures, ponds and marsh areas are scattered throughout the area.

CLICK HERE TO VIEW MAP OF THE HUNTING AREA

DEER HUNTING METHOD
Still hunting - sitting still is the most successful way to hunt deer. stalking very quietly or doing both is the only method of deer hunting permitted on our hunting land. Trampling through the woods from one end of the property to the other in hopes of sneaking up on a deer is the poorest method of deer hunting there is!

We do not provide a guide or clean any kills made on our deer hunts, nor do we guarantee a kill, or that you will find signs of game in the area, or that game will be in the area, or even be seen!

No guarantees, express or implied, are made that our deer hunting package will meet all of the hunter's expectations, specifically regarding the hunting area, lack of game or signs that game are in the area, productiveness, hunting conditions or weather conditions.

No guarantees are made that neighboring land owners who's land surrounds the hunting area you will be hunting in will not be working on their land mowing, plowing, bulldozing, removing trees by chainsaw, burning brush, working live stock or any other chores land owners do.
Deer and other wildlife are not scared off by these type of chores that are done thoughout the year which they have come habituated acclimated to.

The mere fact of just being in the woods enjoying nature, watching birds and other wildlife is an aspect of hunting that is very rewarding in itself.

A hunter may bring a portable stand if he likes. Because we are not a hunting preserve - each hunter may kill their legal limit of deer and as a bonus a hunter may take other game (turkey and wild hogs) that are legal to take while they are deer hunting "without" any additional charges or trophy fees.

DEER HUNTING WEAPONS
All centerfire caliber rifles and handguns are permitted on our hunting land. Bow and arrow (35 pound draw), Muzzleloading gun (.40 caliber) and crossbows can also be used on our hunting land.

DEER HUNTING HOURS
A day of deer hunting begins one-half hour before sunrise and ends one-half hour after sunset. A hunter has the option to hunt all or any part of that span of of hours during his reserved day of hunting. Unused hours are not applicable to any other day of hunting. Any unused days of a hunter's 2 day reservation are not applicable to any other days or a new reservation made during the season.

TRANSPORTATION TO HUNTING AREA
A hunting party will follow the guide in their vehicle to the hunting area. Private vehicle parking is permitted on our hunting land.
The guide will show you our property border lines which are usually enclosed by a 3 strand barb wire fence. It is your responsibility not to cross over our fenced in area and trespass on someone's land.
Please make sure you close the gate each time you enter or leave during your hunt.
Be careful of livestock that is out there.

The use of ATV's. jeeps, buggies or any other type of vehicle is
prohibited on our land.

Camping out on our land, making fires, littering, using our land as a
target range and trespassing on somebody else land is prohibited.

The killing of other game or non-game animals is prohibited.

A party will forfeit their payment and their right to hunt on our land
if they violate any of the above rules.

THINGS TO BRING
Standard hunting clothing and hunting gear. The wearing of hunter fluorescent-orange is not required on private land. Rain gear, bug spray, canteen of drinking water, snacks and a flash light.

WEATHER
Winter's general day temperature is 75 degrees. Nights and mornings are cool to cold. Late spring and early fall days are in the 80's. Rainfall during the winter, early spring and late fall is slight. Brief afternoon showers are common in late spring, throughout the summer and early fall. Rain gear is a must bring item. If you are hunting during the winter months, be sure to bring some warm clothing with you -- it can get quite cold at times.
Hopefully bad weather does not interfere with your reserved hunting trip. We do not offer rain checks for our wild boar hunting. We have no control over the weather and therefore we cannot be responsible for the disruption of your trip due to weather. Please bring rain gear with you. If bad weather moves in the decision to leave is up to the hunter.

FLORIDA HUNTING LICENSE
A Florida resident and non-resident hunting license, archery and, muzzleloading stamp is required to hunt deer. A computerized license option is now available in the state of Florida. Hunters may purchase their hunting license using a toll-free telephone number and a credit card. Telephone agents will issue a license number over the phone which will entitle hunters to hunt immediately or at some later date during the year. If you would like to use this service the Florida Game & Fresh Water Commission's (GFC) toll-free number is 1-888-486-8356

PURCHASE YOUR FLORIDA HUNTING LICENSE ONLINE
A Florida hunting license can now be purchased online. Click here if you would like to use this convenient option.

LODGING INFORMATION
You can call and make motel lodging reservations in the town of Okeechobee which is about 15 miles from our hunting area. The Holiday Inn Express on Hwy 441, 3 miles South of Jct SR 70 Tel. (863) 357-3529/1-800-465-4329 Okeechobee, FL 34974 -- Flamingo Motel Hwy 441, 3 miles South of Jct SR 70 Okeechobee, Fl. 34974 Tel. (863) 763-6100 -- Budget Inn Hwy 441 Okeechobee, FL 34974 Tel: (863) 763-3185 -- Economy Inn Hwy 441 Okeechobee, FL 34972 Tel: (863) 763-1148 -- Pier II Motel Hwy 441 Okeechobee, FL 34974 Tel: (863) 763-8003 -- Travelers Inn 601 N. Parrott Ave. Okeechobee, FL 34974 Tel: (863) 763-3146 -- Treasure Island Motel Hwy 441 Okeechobee, FL 34974 Tel: (863) 763-2895 -- Tropic Motel 1012 S. Parrott Ave. Okeechobee, FL 34974 Tel: (863) 467-0053 -- Wanta Linga Motel 3225 Hwy 441 Okeechobee, FL 34974 Tel: (863) 763-1020/1-800-754-0428

CAMP GROUNDS, TENT CAMPING, RV PARKS, ETC:
This type of information is best answered by the local Chamber of Commerce. The town of Okeechobee's number is 863-763-6464

Florida 2--- - 2--- Hunting Seasons

ARCHERY: South Zone - Sept. 10, 2005 - Oct. 9, 200-
Daily Bag Limit
Legal to take: 2 deer, 1 turkey or wild hog of either sex.

MUZZLELOADING GUN: South Zone - Oct. 15, 200- - Oct. 23, 200-
Daily Bag Limit
Legal to take: 2 antlered deer, 1 turkey or wild hog of either sex.

ANTLERED DEER: South Zone - Oct. 29, 200- - Jan. 8, 200-
Daily Bag Limit
Legal to take: 2 deer having one or more antlers 5 inches in length.

ANTLERLESS DEER: South Zone - Nov. 5, 200- - November 11, 200-
Daily Bag Limit
Legal to take: one antlered and one antleress or two antlered deer.

FALL TURKEY: South Zone - Nov. 12, 200- - Jan. 8, 200-
Daily Bag Limit
Legal to take: one bearded or gobbler turkey.

WILD BOAR: South Zone - year-round hunting on our land.
Daily Bag Limit
Legal to take: any size or kill limit.

Florida One Day Deer Hunting Rate
"These rates are for a non-guided hunt"

HUNTING RATE: One Full Day Of Deer Hunting For 1 Person: $250.00
Reservation Deposit Required For 1 Hunter: $125.00

HUNTING RATE: One Full Day Of Deer Hunting For A 2nd. Hunter Or Non-Hunter

"IS FREE OF COST"

Florida Two Day Deer Hunting Rate
"These rates are for a non-guided hunt"

HUNTING RATE: Two Full Days Of Deer Hunting For 1 Person: $400.00
Reservation Deposit Required For 1 Hunter: $200.00

HUNTING RATE: Two Full Days Of Deer Hunting For A 2nd. Hunter Or Non-Hunter

"IS FREE OF COST"

All of above rates are for the fall 2--- - 2--- deer and turkey hunting season dates as noted above by the Florida Game Commission.

Wild hogs may also be taken FREE in "any numbers" at no additional cost
during the deer hunting season by a deer hunter.

Turkey may also be taken FREE during their legal open season at no additional cost
during the deer hunting season by a deer hunter.

RESERVATION REQUIREMENTS

The required reservation deposit as listed above is to
be made by money order or
online with a credit card
Reservation deposits per each hunter or non-hunter are non-refundable.
Reservation date/s are final and can not be rescheduled.
There are no refunds due to poor weather conditions - bring rain gear and warm clothing.
Balance due is payable upon arrival by Cash or Money Order.
We do not accept credit cards or personal checks on the balance due.

MAKING DEER HUNTING RESERVATIONS

Click here to make deer hunting reservations
ONLINE WITH A CREDIT CARD

Click here to print out the required RESERVATION FORM
you will need to mail out with your money order deposit to make reservations
by U.S.postal mail.

RESERVATION CONFIRMATION

A e-mail confirmation upon receipt of a party's reservation deposit will be sent confirming receipt of deposit. The e-mail confirmation will include date of reserved hunt, where to meet, time to meet, etc.
The total cost of the hunting trip and balance due upon arrival (minus the deposit) will also be listed to ensure that there are no additional hidden fees or charges whatsoever!!!

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