Grandma Dean's

Tusk & Tail
Combo Hunt

Everyday, year-round! 9 AM, 11 AM, 1 PM, 3 PM

Save $125 when you bundle our wild hog and alligator hunts for an action-packed day full of tusks, tails, and adventure!

  • 🐗🐊 4 to 6 Foot Combo $1,000
  • 🐗🐊 6 to 9 Foot Combo $1,650
  • 🐗🐊 9 to 12 Foot Combo $2,650

🐗 First up, we’ve got a wild hog hunt that’ll have you feeling like a true frontier cowboy. These hogs are smart as a whip, and they’ll give you a run for your money. You’ll be stalking ’em through the thickets, waiting for the perfect shot. And when you finally bag one of them big ol’ tuskers, well, partner, you’ll feel like a legend! 🎯

But that’s just half the fun! After you’ve conquered the wild hogs, we’ll take you on a heart-pounding alligator hunt 🐊. These prehistoric monsters lurk beneath the murky waters of our swamp, and catching one of ’em? Well, that’s a tale you’ll be telling for generations. With them sharp-toothed critters, you’ll need nerves of steel and a steady hand. But don’t you worry, our experienced guides will be right there with ya, making sure you stay safe. 🤞

And here’s the kicker, folks: when you book both hunts with us, you’re saving up to 💰$125!💰 

So, if you’re looking for a day full of tusks, tails, and all-around adventure that’ll make your heart pump like a jackrabbit on a hot skillet, then give us a holler! 📣 Y’all won’t find a deal like this anywhere else. Come on down to Ron’s Guide Service, where the wild things are, and let’s make some unforgettable memories together. Yeehaw! 🤩🌄

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  • Bring folks to watch! 👀👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 $30

    If y'all got kinfolk and buddies who ain't into huntin', no need to worry none!

    They can jump right in on the thrill of your experience as what we call "non-hunters"—sounds nicer than callin' 'em chickens, don't it? 🐔😄

    All it takes is a measly $30 per head, and them non-hunters can snap up photos 📸, shoot videos 🎥, and join in on the whole darn adventure—they just ain't takin' down no critters, that's all! 🌿🤠🐊🐗

  • Borrow a firearm! 💥 $40

    Y'all can grab yerselves a shotgun or a good ol' rifle, all fer a sweet deal of just $40 per hunter. 💲 And guess what? We're throwin' in the ammo too, no extra charge! 🎉

    Now, if y'all prefer somethin' a bit more up close and personal, them spears and knives 🔪 are up for grabs, no charge at all!

Location

Our huntin’ spot in Venus ain’t just a hidden gem in them wilds – it’s also sittin’ pretty close to all them fancy Florida attractions. 🌴☀️ Yep, you heard me right! Whether you’re itchin’ for some theme park fun 🎢🎠 or just wanna soak up that Florida sun on the beach 🏖️🌊, our spot’s just a stone’s throw away. And guess what? It’ll only take ya a couple of hours to get from our huntin’ haven 🌿 to all them exciting spots. So, when you’re done wranglin’ them gators 🐊 and makin’ memories in the swamp 🌾📸, you can head on out and dive into all the Florida fun y’all can handle. Yeehaw, ain’t that somethin’? 🤠🌟

Venus

About Grandma Dean

Well, let me tell y’all ’bout Diane Dean, known far and wide ‘cross East Africa as “Bititi,” which, if ya say it right, sounds like “BEE-tee-tee.” 🌍 Now, them villagers, they gave her that fancy name, and it means “strong woman” in Swahili, so you know she ain’t no pushover. 💪🏞️

Now, picture this, partner: It was the time when the sun was fixin’ to set on them good ol’ days of safaris, back when Africa was one big ol’ wilderness stretchin’ far and wide. 🌅🦓 That’s when Diana decided to embark on her most thrillin’ adventure yet. 🌍🌟

She kicked things off in Nairobi and started her journey wanderin’ all ‘cross Kenya. 🌍🇰🇪 And wouldn’t ya know it, it was rainy season, bringin’ out some of the wildest critters Africa’s got to offer. 🌧️🐾

Now, here’s where it gets downright excitin’. As she was makin’ her way, Diana laid eyes on a crocodile hot on the heels of a mighty forest hog. 🐊🐗 But that crocodile didn’t have a clue who it was messin’ with ’cause Diana Dean, she’s sittin’ at the top of the food chain. 👑🦁

Diana, bless her heart, ain’t just tough as nails, she’s a talented javelin-thrower. She grabbed herself a good ol’ wooden spear and let it fly, droppin’ that pig in the blink of an eye. 🐗💨 But that crocodile, it was still hungry and slithered on over to the wounded hog. 🐊🤨

But Diana, she ain’t one to back down. She snatched up her trusty Winchester Model 70 and sent a bullet straight through that crocodile’s noggin. 💥 You can bet your boots that her huntin’ posse was cheerin’ like crazy. 🙌🎉 They’d never seen no one, especially a woman, takin’ down two different critters in the span of a few minutes. 🤠👏

Come nighttime, Diana shared her hard-earned spoils with the Kikuyu tribe. It was a feast fit for kings, with tusks and tails aplenty. 🔥 And let me tell ya, partner, that tale of hers was told ’round campfires in Africa for many a year to come. 🌌 It’s the stuff of legends, no doubt about it. 📖🌟

Experience Features

Combine and Save

Save up to $125 and enjoy all them fancy perks of our solo hog and gator hunts, all in a single day, for a downright bargain price!

Two Hunts, One Day!

Grandma Dean's Tusk & Tail Combo lets you do two hunts in just a few hours!

Only in Florida

Florida alligators and wild hogs are the most sought-after game—and RGS has both at a discount!

Remember...It's a Size-range!

They all can’t be big ones…

Honey, let me lay it out straight for ya – they all can’t be big ol’ monsters, you know what I’m sayin’? Sometimes you gotta set your sights on the little fellas and not be lookin’ for a Hollywood blockbuster gator every time.

So, here’s the deal: Expect the smallest size in your size-range. And let me tell ya, if you end up wranglin’ in somethin’ bigger, it’s gonna be like findin’ a twenty-dollar bill in your jeans on laundry day – a sweet surprise you never saw comin’!

For instance: You pick the 6 to 9 foot size range, and you better be happy as a clam if you get yourself a sassy 6-footer. Don’t be settin’ your heart on an 9-foot superstar every time you cast that line!

So there you have it, darlin’ – keep your expectations in check, shoot for the smaller end of the range, and if you end up snaggin’ somethin’ bigger, well, ain’t that just a cherry on top of your huntin’ sundae? Get out there and reel ’em in, and remember, it’s all ’bout the adventure, not just the size of the gator. You got this! Yeehaw!

It’s hard to judge how big it is when you only see the head…

Well, darlin’, judgin’ size ain’t easy when you’re just eyeballin’ that head, I tell ya!

Now, listen up: We can’t promise you the exact size of that gator, ’cause when you’re talkin’ ’bout so little of it peekin’ above water, it’s like tryin’ to read a book by starlight. But don’t you worry none, ’cause your trusty guide’s got tricks up their sleeve.

Your guide’s gonna take a good long look from them eyes to the tip of that snout, measurin’ up the distance. And let me clue you in – the longer that distance stretches out, the bigger that alligator’s likely to be.

So there you have it, darlin’ – we might not have a magic crystal ball, but we’ve got a seasoned guide who’s got a knack for sizin’ things up. Get ready for a gator hunt that’s as mysterious as a summer lightning storm!

Sorry size queens…

Well, sugar, if you’re all about them inches, I gotta give it to ya straight – we might not be your perfect fit.

See, if you’re dead set on a gator that’s exactly the size you’re cravin’, we might not be the ride you’re lookin’ for. There’s folks out there who’ll measure and price gators down to the last inch, if you catch my drift.

But here’s the deal: if you’re up for some unpredictable excitement and a bit of gator-sized surprise, then you’re in the right neck of the woods. We’re all ’bout them size-ranges, keepin’ things wild and untamed, just like Mother Nature intended.

So, hun, if you’re ready to embrace the unexpected and leave them size queens behind, we’re here with open arms and a big ol’ gator adventure waitin’ for ya. Get out there, and remember, it ain’t just ’bout the size – it’s the whole dang experience that’ll leave you grinnin’ like a possum in a peach tree! Yeehaw!

Why Book with Ron?

Y’all Got Ron’s Help™

When y’all make a booking with Ron’s Guide Service, you’re in for a treat with that good ol’ Ron’s Help™—it’s like having the whole RGS family standin’ right by ya. From gettin’ y’all ready for your adventure to makin’ sure everything goes smooth as buttermilk on the big day, Ron’s trailin’ along with ya every step of the way!

Good ol’ Folks

Get them useful tips, warm-hearted advice, and one-of-a-kind insights from a genuine Ron’s Guide Service family member. They’re just tickled pink to help answer any questions y’all got and make sure your time out there is a downright hootin’ success.

Grade-A Quality, Since 1985!

Rest easy, now!

We only team up with places and guides that are as friendly as a neighbor’s pup, got a solid reputation, and meet our high-and-dandy quality standards.

We give ’em a good once-over to make sure you’re in for an experience that’ll stick with ya like honey on a biscuit.

No Hidden Fees

Our pricin’ is clear as a crystal creek. Y’all will know just what’s included in your experience—and what ain’t.

When it comes to the great outdoors, there’s enough surprises sneakin’ up on ya—hidden fees shouldn’t be one of ’em!

Know before you go...

  • Every guest must be reserved prior to arrival.
  • Use our easy online booking system or call us at 863-866-7667 to submit your reservation deposit.
  • We accept all major credit cards for reservation deposits.
  • Reservations are not confirmed until a reservation deposit has been paid.
  • If time allows, We are happy to accept last minute reservations.
  • Please call us for reservations less than 24 hours in advance.
  • You will receive a booking confirmation email with important details about your experience once your reservation deposit is made.
  • We offer our Tusk & Tail combo hunt seven days a week, year-round.
  • View our real-time availability calendar for available dates and times.
  • 9 AM, 11 AM, 1 PM, 3 PM
  • We recommend arriving no more than 15 minutes early.
  • Usually, your experience will begin shortly after your arrival time, but things may come up due to the nature of outdoor experiences.
  • In the event of an experience delay, we ask that you remain patient, and we will start your experience as soon as possible.
  • Hunters must be at least six years old.
  • Non-hunters must be at least three years old.
  • Guests under 16 must be accompanied by a person aged 18 years or older.
  • Helpful services and access options are available for guests with mobility disabilities.
  • Some experiences may not be appropriate for guests with health conditions.

Hog

  • No license requirements.

Alligator

  • A resident or non-resident alligator farming agent license is required and costs  $51.50.
  • Youth (ages 15 and younger) are exempt from having to have an alligator farming agent license.
  • Those possessing a Florida Resident Persons with Disabilities Hunting and Fishing License are exempt from the cost of an agent license but must still have one to assist in hunting alligators.
  • Licenses and permits are available:

  • Due to the nature of hunting, we can’t precisely know how long your experience will last.
  • Our Tusk & Tail combo hunt typically lasts 2 to 4 hours.
  • Your hunt is over once every hunter in your party has had the opportunity to hunt an alligator in the size-range reserved.
  • Ron’s Help™
  • Professional guide
  • Vehicle or vessel
  • Gratuities
  • Firearms and ammunition (you may rent a firearm with ammunition for $40 per hunter.)
  • Skinning
  • Professional meat processing—for example, vacuum sealing, sausages, etc.
  • Taxidermy
  • Shipping
  • 40-quart cooler or larger and ice (if transporting hog)
  • A large container with blankets or tarps to keep the alligator cool and bags of ice to cover the alligator (If transporting your alligator yourself.)
  • Drinking water
  • Bug repellant
  • Weapons (if you are not using any of ours.)
  • Ammunition (if using a firearm.)
  • Pants such as jeans.
  • Comfortable shirt
  • Closed-toe shoes with a back strap or boots.
  • Read your booking confirmation email carefully and follow any special directions provided.
  • All guests are required to sign a standard hunting waiver upon arrival.
  • Hunt occurs rain or shine, with the exception of severe weather.
  • Please leave rude behavior at home, if any of our staff feels you are disruptive or disrespectful, you will be asked to leave.
  • No alcohol of any kind is allowed to be consumed on or prior to your hunt, if you are unable to come sober, please don’t come.
  • You may sight in your weapon at the hunting meeting location.
  • Your balance is paid at the experience location upon arrival.
  • You can find your balance due in your booking confirmation email.
  • If you booked multiple experiences, you would receive a confirmation email for each unique experience you booked.
  • Look over each confirmation email to ensure you have totaled your balance due.
  • Personal checks, cashier checks, or money orders are not accepted.
  • You may pay your balance in cash or with a credit card.
  • There is a 3% surcharge if paying with a credit card.
  • Gratuities are not included in our pricing.
  • Tipping your guide for work well done is appreciated.
  • The standard gratuity is 20% of the price of the experience provided.
  • We guarantee each hunter will have the opportunity to hunt one hog and one alligator in the size-range they reserve.
  • Our hunter rate includes the harvest of one hog and one alligator in the size-range reserved.
  • Our guarantee policy does not apply to poor shots—your guide will assist as needed but cannot pull the trigger for you—it’s called hunting, not killing, for a reason.
  • Our guarantee policy does not apply to wounded game—your guide will make every attempt to retrieve an animal that was shot at and wounded.
  • Our Guarantee policy does not apply to picky hunters who continue to pass on animals they have an opportunity of harvesting because it is not the specific size, sex, color, etc., they want.

If you wish to change or cancel your booking, you must notify us by calling 863-866-7667 at least 24 hours before your experience.

Reservation deposits are non-refundable.

Canceling Your Experience

  • If you need to cancel your experience, You may reschedule within one year of the original reservation date.

Canceling Guests in Your Party

  • If one or more guests in your party cancel, you CANNOT apply the canceled guest’s reservation deposit towards the balance due for your experience.
  • You can find another guest to take their place, or you may reschedule the canceled experience within one year of the original reservation date.
  • We treat every guest in your party as an individual experience.
  • When you cancel a guest, you are canceling an experience, and our cancellation policy still applies, regardless of who paid the deposit—no exceptions.

Adding Guests to Your Party

  • If time and space allow, we are happy to accommodate additional guests.
  • Every guest in your party must be reserved prior to arrival.

Upgrading Your Experience

  • If you would like to “upgrade” your experience, for example, switching from a hog hunt to an alligator hunt or a non-hunter to a hunter, please call us.
  • Changes are made at our discretion and based on availability.

Downgrading Your Experience

  • We do not allow experience “downgrades.”
  • Switching from an alligator hunt to a hog hunt or a hunter to a non-hunter is considered a cancellation.
  • You will need to cancel your initial experience and book a new one.

For full details, please read our terms and conditions.

Adventure Awaits

Tusk & Tail Combo Hunt

Combine our heart-poundin’ wild hog hunt with an excitin’ alligator hunt for a day jam-packed with tusks, tails, and pure adventure!
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Florida Alligator Hunt

Come face to scales on a private, fully guided alligator hunt, all year long.
Young hunter with shotgun over shoulder amidst illustrated wild hogs on a vibrant orange background.

Florida Hog Hunt

Climb aboard an open-air swamp vehicle and hold on tight as you trail with expert huntin’ dogs on your very own, fully guided hog hunt!