Our Services
Sometimes, a single spark of inspiration is all it takes to transform a simple idea into a real opportunity. That spark happened when I watched a drone team assist in recovering a deer. As a longtime whitetail hunter and a retired firefighter with 30 years of experience in land management, I had never seen anything quite like it. Drones were precise, efficient, and incredibly revealing. Yet, I quickly realized that while Michigan prohibits drone use for active hunting, there was still considerable potential for their use outside hunting season.
That moment set me on a path of research and experimentation. I earned my FAA Part 107 remote pilot license and began doing contract drone work for engineering firms—learning everything I could about aerial data capture. As I honed those skills, I kept returning to the same idea: “What if I used drones to give hunters, landowners, and prospective buyers deeper insights into their properties, especially when it counts most?”
This question became the foundation of ScoutFlight Hunting Assessments. I realized we could use thermal imaging and high-resolution cameras to generate detailed wildlife inventories, habitat assessments, and valuable data on buck-to-doe ratios—all without violating any game laws or disturbing wildlife during the season. It was an entirely new way to inform land management decisions, optimize hunting strategies, and demonstrate a property’s true potential for buyers and sellers alike.
Over the years, I’ve seen how critical good information can be to success, whether it’s in firefighting, hunting, or running a business. With ScoutFlight, I’m blending my passion for conservation, my love of whitetail hunting, and my expertise in drone technology to help others discover what’s happening on their land. When you know exactly where the deer are and understand your habitat, you can make wiser, more rewarding decisions for seasons to come.
That’s how ScoutFlight got its start, from a simple idea sparked by seeing what drones could do, to a full-fledged business dedicated to helping landowners, hunters, and real estate professionals get the data they need to thrive. Everyone benefits from better information, and I’m committed to using this innovative technology to make a genuine difference for our clients across Michigan, Indiana, and Ohio.
Basic Deer Inventory Package
Get essential insights into deer populations on your land or a prospective land purchase.
Services Included
Aerial survey of the property.
Photographic documentation of deer.
Basic report on population numbers and distribution.
Pricing
Up to 50 acres: $250
51-100 acres: $400
100-250 acres: $750
1000+ acres: Custom
Comprehensive Deer Analysis Package
In-depth analysis, including age structure and movement patterns.
Services Included
Includes all services from the Basic Package.
Detailed mapping and movement pattern insights.
Recommendations for hunting strategies.
Pricing
Up to 50 acres: $500
51-100 acres: $750
100-250 acres: $1250
1000+ acres: Custom
Premium Land Management Package
Complete assessments with habitat improvement recommendations.
Services Included
Includes all services from the Comprehensive Package.
Habitat assessment and improvement plan.
Follow-up consultation and support.
Pricing
Up to 50 acres: $750
51-100 acres: $1250
100-250 acres: $2000
1000+ acres: Custom pricing based on acreage and client needs.
