Florida Hog Hunting

Florida Hog Hunting WMA's

Hunting Wildlife Management Areas in Florida will require you to buy special permits. There are hog hunting seasons and restrictions when hunting in the Florida WMA's. The Southwest Florida Water Management District actually considers wild hogs and "invasive, exotic species" to Florida. They are considered this because of their destructive nature.

You can get your WMA permits online for hog hunting these areas. The permits are issued on first come, first served basis begining October 13, 2008. Each permit is $50 non-refundable and there are a limited number of permits available. The permits are transferrable. You can see a list of the 2009-2010 hunts here

If you are interested in Florida hog hunting the WMA's you will need to purchase a hunting license in order to hunt them. Florida has a convenient online hunting license issuing system.

You can also check out the current regulations and maps for hunting the Florida WMA's.

Florida Hog Hunting Outfitter Selection

When you choose a hog hunting guide in Florida you should make sure it is a "fair chase" hunt. That means that the hogs are not trapped and then released, held in pens, or otherwise detained until you are ready for your hunt.

You want to hunt them on open land. Ideally you are looking for a good outfitter that hunts several different ranches or properties. The properties will range from pastures, to farm land and even orchards. These typs of hunts will give you the most entertainment.

There are quite a few hog hunting guides in Florida. Make sure you get in touch with them before the season starts and they will help you get all the paperwork sorted out.

If you have a bad experience with a Floria hog hunting outfitter you can file a complaint with the Florida Game and Fish Commission.

In addition you can contact the Florida Division of Consumer Services and file a complaint about the guide or outfitter.

Guided hunts are very affordable. Just keep a few things in mind when looking for good Florida hog hunting guides.

Always ask for a 100% money back guarantee (in writing including deposit) if the hunt turns out to be a "canned" hunt. And always ask for references. Any good outfitter that is honest and trustworthy won't hesitate to provide them. Then CALL THEM!

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