Venus Hunting Guides

*This trip is for up to 4 people, but its really priced per 10' gator. For example, if 1 person wants to shoot 3 gators then you need to select the 3 person option or if 2 people want to shoot 4 total gators then select 4 people.* Private land alligator hunts are conducted year round. On this alligator hunt we target the specific size gator that the client is looking for. Expect to glass many alligators in ponds and reservoirs from a distance. Once the right size gator is spotted, a stalk is then started. Don’t let alligators fool you, they have excellent sense of smell, hearing, eyesight, and can also feel vibrations. Getting within comfortable shooting range can be a challenge since the target is a little bigger then a quarter. Read More

*This trip is for up to 7 people, but its really priced per hog. Must pay for 3 hogs to go. For example, if 1 person wants to shoot 3 hogs then you need to select the 3 person option or if 2 people want to shoot 7 hogs select 7 people* Join us for the hunting trip of a lifetime, where the thrill of the hunt awaits! Our incredible package includes the opportunity to bag one meat hog weighing up to 174 lbs – an experience not to be missed for any hunting enthusiast! Additional hogs can be shot at a fee of $50 per hog as well, but one is included in your booking. Cruising around Ian's property in a swamp buggy under the cover of provides for an exhilarating challenge. We recommend any caliber from .223 to a .30-.06, however the weapon of choice on our swamp buggy hunts is a .223 A/R platform with a thermal scope. We also offer loaner weaponry at no charge, although there is a charge for ammunition. Ian and his team provide private hunts for each party, and on his high fence ranch you are almost guaranteed a successful hunt. Lodging and meals are not included in this package, but check out Ian's other listings if interested in an overnight stay. On a typical hunt you will arrive, meet the guides, go through a 30 minute safety briefing and set the expectations for the hunt. Then you will head to Ian’s full service rifle range to test their aim before embarking on their adventure, which typically lasts around 4 hours but can go longer depending on the success of the hunt. You can expect to shoot hogs from 50-100 yards. After the hunt, head back to the lodge to wind down with some refreshments, and optionally you can tag along with Ian and his crew to watch them feed the alligators on his property, which is always a fun sight to see. Additionally, you’re welcome to utilize the gun range at any point during your stay. It is also very common to do multiple hunts during your stay, so check out Ian’s other listings to make this a combination adventure! To make your hunting journey seamless and stress-free, we've taken care of the essentials. Once the hunt is done, our team will expertly clean and quarter the hog, ensuring you leave with your cooler fully packed, ready to savor the rewards of your successful adventure. We provide this service free of charge, but please bring a cooler for your bounty (we have ice). Ian and his family have owned and hunted this ranch for 27 years, and they are eager to share with you the special experience of hunting on their property. Their knowledge of the terrain and years of expertise ensure that you will be well taken care of and maximize your time on their ranch. Beyond the thrill of the hunt, hog hunts complement any combination adventure. Embrace the opportunity to explore and immerse yourself in the natural beauty surrounding you, creating cherished memories that will last a lifetime. Don't miss out on this exceptional opportunity to test your hunting skills, connect with nature, and indulge in the spirit of adventure. Book your hog hunt today and let the adrenaline flow! For those with an appetite for bigger challenges and brag-worthy trophies, don't forget to explore Ian's Trophy Hog Hunt Listing below! Test your skills and aim for the impressive trophy hogs weighing over 174 lbs. This is your chance to make a mark in the hunting world with an unforgettable accomplishment. Non hunters who wish to ride on the buggy are $50 per person. Ammo is a dollar per round, and you can typically expect to shoot about 30 rounds per hunt (this varies). Additional hogs can be shot for $350 per hog. Read More

*This trip includes one 12'-12'11" Gator!* Alligator hunting in Florida is not for the timid or faint of heart! Here we provide you with a safe, fun, and exciting alligator hunt year-round. We offer both private and public land alligator hunts. On our private land hunts, we either hunt nuisance gators that are a threat to people or animals on close or surrounding ranches or in our private hunting preserve - which guarantees a harvest. Our private land hunts are “spot and stalk” on a pond or canal. If we find a gator laying on a bank, we will try to sneak up as closely as possible to get a brain kill shot. The size of a gator’s brain is about the size of a golf ball. If we do not see one on a bank but in one of the ponds or canals, then it becomes alligator fishing. At that time the hunter will try to snag the gator and fight it on rod and reel until it tires out and surfaces. At that time, the hunter will take the shot at the gator on the surface. You can use rifle, handgun, bang stick or bow to harvest your alligator. With our public land hunts, the hunter is required to either apply and draw a tag via a state lottery system or purchase a state public land tag from one of our guides when available and in season. These hunts take place on either an air boat or a flats boat with a seasoned gator hunting guide. If you are successful and harvest your gator then we will be able to arrange for the processing of your meat and taxidermy service by a local licensed processor/taxidermist if desired. Read More

Are you looking for an exhilarating hog-hunting experience in Florida? Look no further! At FTO, we offer various hog hunting options to suit every hunter's preference. Whether you're after meat hogs or trophy boars, we have packages designed to cater to your needs. Our hunts are thrilling and provide shot opportunities, ensuring an exciting and successful adventure. This hunt is for those interested in meat hogs, we offer the choice of a still or stand hunt. This hunt allows you to harvest meat hogs while immersing yourself in the natural beauty of the Florida wilderness. Please note that this hunt does not guarantee shot opportunities but is an excellent option for those looking to fill their freezers. At FTO, we understand the importance of preserving your hunting memories. That's why we offer caping services for your trophy hog. For an additional fee of $35.00 per hog, we can provide caping services to ensure that your trophy is preserved in the best possible way. We also collaborate with a local taxidermist who can assist with euro or skin mounting. Please be aware that a deposit is required for these services, and we recommend booking in advance to secure your spot. To make our hog hunting experiences more accessible, we offer Euro $175 deposits. This allows you to secure your hunting adventure 10-12 months in advance, ensuring you have ample time to prepare and plan for your trip. We strive to provide a comprehensive hunting experience, including the hunt itself and the preservation of your trophies. Our collaboration with a local taxidermist ensures that your trophies are expertly handled and mounted according to your preferences. So, if you're ready to embark on an unforgettable hog hunting journey in Florida, Mike and his team are here to make it happen. Please choose from our various hunting packages, secure your spot with a deposit, and prepare for an adrenaline-pumping adventure. Don't wait too long, as spots fill up quickly. Read More

*This trip is for up to 4 people, but its really priced per 7' gator. For example, if 1 person wants to shoot 3 gators then you need to select the 3 person option or if 2 people want to shoot 6 total gators then select 6 people.* Private land alligator hunts are conducted year round. On this alligator hunt we target the specific size gator that the client is looking for. Expect to glass many alligators in ponds and reservoirs from a distance. Once the right size gator is spotted, a stalk is then started. Don’t let alligators fool you, they have excellent sense of smell, hearing, eyesight, and can also feel vibrations. Getting within comfortable shooting range can be a challenge since the target is a little bigger then a quarter. Read More

Join us for the hunting trip of a lifetime, where the thrill of the hunt awaits! Our incredible package includes the opportunity to bag one meat hog weighing up to 174 lbs – an experience not to be missed for any hunting enthusiast! Additional hogs can be shot at a fee as well, but one is included in your booking. This hunt is catered to you; choose between the precision of a bow or the power of a rifle. Hunters also have the option to hunt from a stand or, for those seeking a more active hunt, the spot and stalk method and swamp buggy hunts provide an exhilarating challenge. After your hunt relax at the rustic lodge and enjoy delicious meals all included in your booking. We recommend any caliber from .223 to a .30-.06, however the weapon of choice on our swamp buggy hunts is a .223 A/R platform with a red dot scope. We also offer loaner weaponry at no charge, although there is a charge for ammunition. Ian and his team provide private hunts for each party, and on his high fence ranch you are almost guaranteed a successful hunt, On a typical hunt you will arrive, meet the guides, go through a 30 minute safety briefing and set the expectations for the hunt. Then you will head to Ian’s full service rifle range to test their aim before embarking on their adventure, which typically lasts around 4 hours but can go longer depending on the success of the hunt. You can expect to shoot hogs from 50-100 yards. After the hunt, head back to the lodge to wind down with some refreshments, and optionally you can tag along with Ian and his crew to watch them feed the alligators on his property, which is always a fun sight to see. Additionally, you’re welcome to utilize the gun range at any point during your stay. It is also very common to do multiple hunts during your stay, so check out Ian’s other listings to make this a combination adventure! To make your hunting journey seamless and stress-free, we've taken care of the essentials. Once the hunt is done, our team will expertly clean and quarter the hog, ensuring you leave with your cooler fully packed, ready to savor the rewards of your successful adventure. We provide this service free of charge, but please bring a cooler for your bounty (we have ice). Ian and his family have owned and hunted this ranch for 27 years, and they are eager to share with you the special experience of hunting on their property. Their knowledge of the terrain and years of expertise ensure that you will be well taken care of and maximize your time on their ranch. Beyond the thrill of the hunt, hog hunts complement any combination adventure. Embrace the opportunity to explore and immerse yourself in the natural beauty surrounding you, creating cherished memories that will last a lifetime. In true Florida charm, our lodge is simple but just what you would want while preparing for an epic hunt. We look forward to welcoming you into our family room area decorated with blue ribbon taxidermy trophies. All of our mounted animals have been harvested here at the ranch. Avid hunters seem to feel the excitement and energy of the lodge as they strategize nightly the next day’s hunt. Our goal for you is to stay with us as many nights as you desire experiencing both great food, cordiality and real ranch rest. Our southern hospitality and guides’ many years of hunting experience will make you feel at home. (We accommodate up to 6 guests at a time.) The lodge itself is surrounded by oak hammocks with hundred-year-old canopies of trees that create a magical view right from the front porch. Come make yourself at home. Don't miss out on this exceptional opportunity to test your hunting skills, connect with nature, and indulge in the spirit of adventure. Book your hog hunt today and let the adrenaline flow! For those with an appetite for bigger challenges and brag-worthy trophies, don't forget to explore Ian's Trophy Hog Hunt Listing below! Test your skills and aim for the impressive trophy hogs weighing over 174 lbs. This is your chance to make a mark in the hunting world with an unforgettable accomplishment. For the bold and adventurous, be sure to take a look at Ian's Nighttime Thermal Hog Hunts below! Experience the excitement of hunting under the cover of darkness, using cutting-edge thermal technology to track your prey. This thrilling nighttime experience is bound to be etched in your memory forever. Non hunters who wish to ride on the buggy are $50 per person. Ammo is a dollar per round, and you can typically expect to shoot about 30 rounds per hunt (this varies). Additional hogs can be shot for $350 per hog. Read More

*This trip includes one 13'-13'11" Gator!* Alligator hunting in Florida is not for the timid or faint of heart! Here we provide you with a safe, fun, and exciting alligator hunt year-round. We offer both private and public land alligator hunts. On our private land hunts, we either hunt nuisance gators that are a threat to people or animals on close or surrounding ranches or in our private hunting preserve - which guarantees a harvest. Our private land hunts are “spot and stalk” on a pond or canal. If we find a gator laying on a bank, we will try to sneak up as closely as possible to get a brain kill shot. The size of a gator’s brain is about the size of a golf ball. If we do not see one on a bank but in one of the ponds or canals, then it becomes alligator fishing. At that time the hunter will try to snag the gator and fight it on rod and reel until it tires out and surfaces. At that time, the hunter will take the shot at the gator on the surface. You can use rifle, handgun, bang stick or bow to harvest your alligator. With our public land hunts, the hunter is required to either apply and draw a tag via a state lottery system or purchase a state public land tag from one of our guides when available and in season. These hunts take place on either an air boat or a flats boat with a seasoned gator hunting guide. If you are successful and harvest your gator then we will be able to arrange for the processing of your meat and taxidermy service by a local licensed processor/taxidermist if desired. Read More

*This trip is for up to 7 people, but its really priced per hog. Must pay for two hogs to go. For example, if 1 person wants to shoot 3 hogs then you need to select the 3 person option or if 2 people want to shoot 7 hogs select 7 people* Our incredible package includes the opportunity to bag a large trophy hog with 2" minimum tusks, or 175 lbs. and bigger – an experience not to be missed for any hunting enthusiast! Whether you prefer the precision of a bow or the power of a rifle, our hunting stands cater to every hunter's preference. Choose your weapon of choice and feel the rush as you patiently wait for the perfect moment to strike. For those seeking a more active approach, our spot and stalk method and swamp buggy hunts provide an exhilarating challenge. Step into the wild, stalking your prey with stealth and skill, or venture through the rugged terrain on our specialized swamp buggies, enhancing the excitement of the chase. To make your hunting journey seamless and stress-free, we've taken care of the essentials. Once the hunt is done, our team will expertly clean and quarter the hog, ensuring you leave with your cooler fully packed, ready to savor the rewards of your successful adventure. Beyond the thrill of the hunt, hog hunts complement any combination adventure. Embrace the opportunity to explore and immerse yourself in the natural beauty surrounding you, creating cherished memories that will last a lifetime. Don't miss out on this exceptional opportunity to test your hunting skills, connect with nature, and indulge in the spirit of adventure. Book your hog hunt today and let the adrenaline flow! For those in pursuit of meat hogs check out Ian's Okeechobee Hog Harvest trip listings below. After an adrenaline-filled day on the hunt, why rush back? Extend your adventure with an overnight stay at our comfortable lodge. You'll enjoy a cozy retreat, complete with a delicious dinner and a satisfying continental breakfast to fuel you for the next day's adventures (for options with lodging checkout the trip listings below) Optionally change this trip into a thermal hog hunt for $50 (contact us!).Experience the excitement of hunting under the cover of darkness, using cutting-edge thermal technology to track your prey. This thrilling nighttime experience is bound to be etched in your memory forever. Read More

You are sure to get a hog on hundreds of acres, either free range hunt or other property with rife, bow, or spear with dogs, you chose. We also hunt by stand, giant swamp buggy or on foot with your guide. This is way more then just a hog hunt, as you will see deer, and other game on this hunt. Read More

*This trip includes one 9'-9'11" Gator!* Alligator hunting in Florida is not for the timid or faint of heart! Here we provide you with a safe, fun, and exciting alligator hunt year-round. We offer both private and public land alligator hunts. On our private land hunts, we either hunt nuisance gators that are a threat to people or animals on close or surrounding ranches or in our private hunting preserve - which guarantees a harvest. Our private land hunts are “spot and stalk” on a pond or canal. If we find a gator laying on a bank, we will try to sneak up as closely as possible to get a brain kill shot. The size of a gator’s brain is about the size of a golf ball. If we do not see one on a bank but in one of the ponds or canals, then it becomes alligator fishing. At that time the hunter will try to snag the gator and fight it on rod and reel until it tires out and surfaces. At that time, the hunter will take the shot at the gator on the surface. You can use rifle, handgun, bang stick or bow to harvest your alligator. With our public land hunts, the hunter is required to either apply and draw a tag via a state lottery system or purchase a state public land tag from one of our guides when available and in season. These hunts take place on either an air boat or a flats boat with a seasoned gator hunting guide. If you are successful and harvest your gator then we will be able to arrange for the processing of your meat and taxidermy service by a local licensed processor/taxidermist if desired. Read More

*This trip is for up to 7 people, but its really priced per hog. Must pay for 3 hogs to go. For example, if 1 person wants to shoot 3 hogs then you need to select the 3 person option or if 2 people want to shoot 7 hogs select 7 people* Join us for the hunting trip of a lifetime, where the thrill of the hunt awaits! Our incredible package includes the opportunity to bag one meat hog weighing up to 174 lbs – an experience not to be missed for any hunting enthusiast! Additional hogs can be shot at a fee of $50 per hog as well, but one is included in your booking. This hunt is catered to you; choose between the precision of a bow or the power of a rifle. Hunters also have the option to hunt from a stand or, for those seeking a more active hunt, the spot and stalk method and swamp buggy hunts provide an exhilarating challenge. We recommend any caliber from .223 to a .30-.06, however the weapon of choice on our swamp buggy hunts is a .223 A/R platform with a red dot scope. We also offer loaner weaponry at no charge, although there is a charge for ammunition. Ian and his team provide private hunts for each party, and on his high fence ranch you are almost guaranteed a successful hunt. Lodging and meals are not included in this booking, but check out Ian's other listing for overnight options! On a typical hunt you will arrive, meet the guides, go through a 30 minute safety briefing and set the expectations for the hunt. Then you will head to Ian’s full service rifle range to test their aim before embarking on their adventure, which typically lasts around 4 hours but can go longer depending on the success of the hunt. You can expect to shoot hogs from 50-100 yards. After the hunt, head back to the lodge to wind down with some refreshments, and optionally you can tag along with Ian and his crew to watch them feed the alligators on his property, which is always a fun sight to see. Additionally, you’re welcome to utilize the gun range at any point during your stay. It is also very common to do multiple hunts during your stay, so check out Ian’s other listings to make this a combination adventure! To make your hunting journey seamless and stress-free, we've taken care of the essentials. Once the hunt is done, our team will expertly clean and quarter the hog, ensuring you leave with your cooler fully packed, ready to savor the rewards of your successful adventure. We provide this service free of charge, but please bring a cooler for your bounty (we have ice). Ian and his family have owned and hunted this ranch for 27 years, and they are eager to share with you the special experience of hunting on their property. Their knowledge of the terrain and years of expertise ensure that you will be well taken care of and maximize your time on their ranch. Beyond the thrill of the hunt, hog hunts complement any combination adventure. Embrace the opportunity to explore and immerse yourself in the natural beauty surrounding you, creating cherished memories that will last a lifetime. For those with an appetite for bigger challenges and brag-worthy trophies, don't forget to explore Ian's Trophy Hog Hunt Listing below! Test your skills and aim for the impressive trophy hogs weighing over 174 lbs. This is your chance to make a mark in the hunting world with an unforgettable accomplishment. For the bold and adventurous, be sure to take a look at Ian's Nighttime Thermal Hog Hunts below! Experience the excitement of hunting under the cover of darkness, using cutting-edge thermal technology to track your prey. This thrilling nighttime experience is bound to be etched in your memory forever. After an adrenaline-filled day on the hunt, why rush back? Extend your adventure with an overnight stay at our comfortable lodge. You'll enjoy a cozy retreat, complete with a delicious dinner and a satisfying continental breakfast to fuel you for the next day's adventures (for options with lodging checkout the trip listings below). Read More

*This trip includes one 6'-6'11" Gator!* Alligator hunting in Florida is not for the timid or faint of heart! Here we provide you with a safe, fun, and exciting alligator hunt year-round. We offer both private and public land alligator hunts. On our private land hunts, we either hunt nuisance gators that are a threat to people or animals on close or surrounding ranches or in our private hunting preserve - which guarantees a harvest. Our private land hunts are “spot and stalk” on a pond or canal. If we find a gator laying on a bank, we will try to sneak up as closely as possible to get a brain kill shot. The size of a gator’s brain is about the size of a golf ball. If we do not see one on a bank but in one of the ponds or canals, then it becomes alligator fishing. At that time the hunter will try to snag the gator and fight it on rod and reel until it tires out and surfaces. At that time, the hunter will take the shot at the gator on the surface. You can use rifle, handgun, bang stick or bow to harvest your alligator. With our public land hunts, the hunter is required to either apply and draw a tag via a state lottery system or purchase a state public land tag from one of our guides when available and in season. These hunts take place on either an air boat or a flats boat with a seasoned gator hunting guide. If you are successful and harvest your gator then we will be able to arrange for the processing of your meat and taxidermy service by a local licensed processor/taxidermist if desired. Read More