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KNOW YOUR POPULATION

Pinpoint Your Population: Thermal Herd Census

Accurate data is the edge every hunter needs. 

High-accuracy aerial surveys for landowners and hunters—get real-time deer counts without disturbing your land. Professional thermal imaging identifies hidden herd data efficiently.

        PROPERTY SIZE             Price 
  • Up to 100 acres              $300 minimum
  • 101=-500 acres              $2.50/acre
  • 500+ acres                       Call for custom quote
  • Service area includes the first 35 miles from Fairhope, Alabama. A travel fee of $1.00 per mile (one-way) applies beyond 35 miles.
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Secure Your Slot Before the Season

Annual Comparrisons

Timing is critical for thermal contrast. Surveys are most effective when the ground is cool and animals are active.

Track herd trends and health year-over-year with comparative analysis to gauge management effectiveness.

THE DEFINITION

What Is a Herd Census?

A census is a professional drone survey using thermal heat-sensing technology to accurately count your deer population. It works through dense cover and low light where traditional scouting methods fail.

What You Get

Population Counts

Total deer spotted on your property.

Thermal Footage

Verifiable visual proof of detections.

Herd Ratios

Accurate buck-to-doe ratio data.

Aerial Assessment

Comprehensive drone survey summary.

Movement Maps

Identifying high-activity hot zones.

Photo Catalog of Bucks

Photograpic Catalog of all Identified Bucks.

Hunt Smarter, Manage Better

Stop guessing and start managing. Use hard data to improve harvest strategies, maximize property potential, and ensure your next hunting season is the most successful yet.

How It Works

01

Schedule

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02

Scan

Thermal drone property sweep

03

Identify

Real-time pilot counting

04

Report

Comprehensive population summary

Best Time for Survey

Early morning and late evening for peak visibility.

Winter and cooler months for maximum thermal contrast.

Optimal atmospheric conditions for precise scanning.

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