SATURDAY, APRIL 5, 2025 – TUESDAY, APRIL 8, 2025
GAINESVILLE, FL | OSCEOLA TURKEY HUNT
TOTAL COST: $3000 | DEPOSIT: $600 (THIS IS NON-REFUNDABLE)
REGISTRATION OPENS: FRIDAY 12/27/2024
TRIP DETAILS + INFORMATION
Get ready for a once-in-a-lifetime hunting experience in the heart of Florida, as we head to Gainesville for an exciting weekend of Osceola Turkey hunting! Known for their elusive nature, Osceola turkeys are a bucket-list species for many hunters, and you'll have the chance to harvest one of these incredible birds in the swamps of Central Florida. Our expert guides will lead you on a thrilling hunt, scouting and calling in the birds, and providing an unforgettable experience.
This exclusive trip is designed for just 4 women, ensuring a personalized hunting experience with one-on-one guidance from your dedicated guide. Whether you're an experienced hunter or trying this for the first time, you’ll be in great hands with our skilled team, who will make sure you have an amazing time.
The hunt will take place over three days—Sunday, Monday, and Tuesday—with early morning hunts each day. If you haven’t harvested your turkey by the afternoon, you’ll have the opportunity for a second hunt. The trip includes one bird per person, so you’ll have a chance to bring home a prized Osceola turkey!
Target Species, Regulations + Taxidermy
We’ll be hunting Osceola turkeys—unique to Florida and found only in the central and southern parts of the state. This rare and beautiful bird is highly coveted by hunters across the country. We will follow Florida’s regulations, which allow one Osceola turkey per person on this trip.
After the hunt, our guides will assist with cleaning your turkey, and if you’d like, you can bring your bird home to be mounted as a trophy. If you're flying, we’ll freeze the meat so you can carry it on or check it in your luggage. Alternatively, we can arrange to have it shipped home. Be sure to bring extra trash bags for storing the meat if you're flying!
Travel + Airport Information
Booking your flight after registering for the trip and connecting with the other women is highly recommended. It’s a great way to connect with other participants and coordinate rental cars or ride-shares to help with transportation costs. Nearby airports include:
Gainesville Regional Airport (GNV) – 14 miles
Jacksonville International Airport (JAX) – 58 miles
Orlando Sanford Airport (SFB) – 125 miles
Orlando International Airport (MCO) – 125 miles
This trip offers a fantastic blend of adventure, camaraderie, and hunting in one of the most beautiful regions of Florida. Don’t miss your chance to hunt Osceola turkeys in their native habitat—reserve your spot today!
FAQ’S AND POLICY
Yes, this is the boring part. BUT it’s important. We ask each person who registers for a trip to go and visit the FAQs and Policy page of our website. If you register for a trip before reading this information that is on you! There is a lot of great info found there that may or may not sway your decision. Please check out all of our FAQs and Policy information here BEFORE SIGNING UP FOR A TRIP WITH US! Thank you!
Things not included in this trip:
-Any tips to your guides/outfitters - please wait to hear from your coordinator on a suggested tipping amount and plan to always bring cash for tipping. Tipping doesn’t apply to all trips.
-Transportation. Your airline or rental car is not included. Please do not expect to arrive at the airport and have a ride unless specifically planned out with someone.. We suggest that you wait to book any travel plans until you’ve talked with other girls going on the trip. Chances are other people are also flying/driving in and you will be able to coordinate plans with them. It is always cheaper to split a rental car 4 ways!
-Meals are not included in the cost of this trip. We will plan to enjoy the local cuisines or cook at our lodging accommodations!
EXPECTATIONS + NO DRAMA POLICY
There are times that our trips do not go exactly as planned or advertised. Mother nature plays a large role in how we are able to spend time outdoors. We ask that you come into every single Her Wilderness trip with a positive attitude and “go with the flow” mindset for the duration of your trip. If that seems unreasonable, we kindly ask that you do not register for our events. The weather is unpredictable and can impact hiking, hunting, fishing, and our number #1 priority, your safety! For example, if your trip is geared towards hunting ducks, but right now the guide can only confidently offer a successful goose hunt, we will go with the guide's recommendation. If a situation like this will upset you then please do not register for a trip with us. We expect every woman to have a positive attitude no matter the circumstances. We have had plenty of trips get canceled, rescheduled or have plans changed with no issues simply because the group was understanding and made the best of the situation they were given. We pride ourselves in how fun our trips can be even in the most unfortunate of circumstances. If you are often considered “high maintenance” or tend to get stressed out then we kindly want to let you know that our trips are not a good fit for you. You may have to share a bed with a stranger, the weather may not allow us to participate in an activity, there may not be any showers available, there may only be 1 bathroom for 10 women, you may not harvest the animal you wanted to get, there could be someone on the trip that you just don’t vibe with. All of these scenarios are real and they happen. We will do our best to filter and prevent what we can before it becomes an issue. All of our trips and events are a drama and stress free zone! If you are the source of any drama you will be asked to leave with no refund given. We always want to ensure that our customers are comfortable and taken care of. We will always ask that you have a cool, calm and collected attitude. If you are unable to maintain a good attitude in a variety of circumstances we kindly ask that you refrain from registering for a trip. We appreciate each and everyone of our customers and want to ensure the best experience for all of our attendees!
TRIP REGISTRATION AND CONTACT INFORMATION
Upon registration, you will receive a confirmation email with a link to a private facebook group for this specific trip. This group is where you can connect with other trip attendees, ask your trip coordinator questions, and receive additional trip details. You can discuss packing lists, travel plans, and more. Please be sure you use a valid working email to register for this trip. If you do not have a facebook account please send an email to questions@herwilderness.co so that we can make the appropriate accommodations to get you additional trip details. Please read carefully: please make all payments by their due dates. If payments are late we will always work with you. however if there is no communication we will assume you are forfeiting your spot and any payments made will not be refunded. By registering for any wilderness trip you are under the full understanding that there are no refunds. by registering for this trip you understand that your deposit is non-refundable with no exceptions.
Please feel free to email questions@herwilderness.co with any questions about this trip!