Welcome to Timberland Outfitters-----Florida Outdoor Adventures, located in Central Florida, between Tampa & Orlando.
Timberland Outfitters is a full-time guide service that focuses our attention on you, the client. We conduct our hunting & fishing on several thousand acres of private land which consists of oak hammocks, pasture, wetlands, ponds, lakes, marshes, cypress strands, & citrus groves.
ADVENTURE PACKAGES INCLUDE:
Trophy Alligator: year around
Osceola Turkey: spring & limited number in fall
Wild Hog: year around
Trophy Bass Fishing: year around
Airboat Excursions: year around
FLORIDA ALLIGATOR HUNTS
Our Alligator hunts are fully guided by John Bull, who is a native of Central Florida & an avid outdoorsman that has hunted, fished, & trapped alligators in Florida for over 40 years. The hunts are conducted on several thousand acres of private land.
Hunting Property: Timberland Outfitters Alligator hunts are conducted only on Private Land
Season Dates: Year Around
Alligator Hunt: 2 (two) days
Hunting Hours: 12 hour hunts only (Determined by Guide)
Rates:
$2,000: 4 to 9 Ft. Management Hunt (limit 5 Alligators)
$2,500: 9 to 10 Ft. Limit (1) Trophy Alligator
$3,000: 10 to 11 Ft. Limit (1) Trophy Alligator
$4,000: 11 to 12 Ft. Limit (1) Trophy Alligator
$5,000: 12 to 13 Ft. Limit (1) Trophy Alligator
$6,000: 12 to 13 Ft. Limit (1) Trophy Alligator |
Licenses & Permits:
An Alligators agent’s license may be purchased online at www.myfwc.com/license/ or by calling toll-free 1-888-486-8356. You will need the ID # of the permitted alligator trapper. The cost is $51.50 + $.50 issuance fee. Not included in hunt: Agent’s fee, taxidermy, processing, hide fee ($60 Ft. if keeping skin), transportation to & from airport, lodging, & meals.
OSCEOLA TURKEY HUNTS
One of the most sought after turkey species is the Osceola turkey, also known as the Florida turkey. This unique bird is one of five subspecies of wild turkey in North America. The Osceola turkey lives only in the state of Florida, which makes it extremely popular with turkey hunters.
Reservations: Our reservations on a first come, first serve basis, with a 50% NON-REFUNDABLE deposit. The remaining balance is due January 15th, of the same year as the hunt. Payments can be made by check, credit card (visa or mastercard only), or money order. All checks & money orders should be payable to: TIMBERLAND OUTFITTERS.
Hunting Property: Timberland Outfitters semi-guided Osceola turkey hunts are conducted only on Private Land
Season Dates: South Zone-1st Saturday in March-ending 2nd week in April Central Zone-3rd Saturday in March-ending 4th week in April
Rates: Semi-guided 3 (three) day hunt $2,000
Limit: (1) One adult gobbler
Hunting Hours: ½ hour before sunrise until sunset
Licenses & Permits: Can be purchased on line at www.wildlifelicense.com or with a credit card by calling 1-888-486-8356
Harvest Method: We only allow shotguns that are 20 gauge or larger & legal archery equipment
Accomodations: Includes all meals & lodging
Not included in hunts: license, permit, taxidermy, transportation to & from airport.
WILD HOG HUNTS
We offer year around hunting for wild hogs with no license fee. These hogs are totally wild animals & our hunts are strictly FAIR CHASE on private land. All wild hog hunt packages are full day or half day hunts where you either spot & stalk or stand hunt.
Hunting Property: Private Land
Season Dates: Year Around
Hunting Hours: Sunrise to Sunset
Rates: Semi-Guided Hunt $250 a day per hunter Guided hunt $350 a day per hunter
Limit: No Limit
License: None
Harvest Method: Rifle (.243 cal or larger), Handgun (.357 cal or larger, Muzzleloader (.45 cal or larger)
Not included in hunts: taxidermy, meat processing, meals, lodging, transportation to & from airport
TROPHY BASS FISHING
There are very few places that have the reputation for trophy bass fishing that Lake Wales, Florida area has. With several lakes to fish, there is no better place than Central Florida for trophy bass fishing. You will be guided by John Bull, who is a native of Central Florida & who has guided & fished for trophy bass for over 40 years. Your fishing adventure will be conducted from shore or airboat on many of the lakes & ponds in the area.
NOTE: These Trophy Bass Fishing Adventures are for experienced fisherman only!
RATES: 8 hours of fishing $350 per day per person (2 person maximum)
What is included in trip:
Rods & Reels
Lures & Live Bait
Cooler with Ice & Bottled water
14ft. Airboat w/ 350HP Chevrolet engine
Transportation while fishing
40 years of experience
What to bring:
Fishing License: purchase online at www.myfwc.com
Food & Snacks
Polarized sunglasses & Hat
Sunscreen with SPF of at least 15
Still camera or Video camera
Not Included: Fishing License, Meals, Lodging, & Taxidermy
AIRBOAT EXCURSIONS
Escape into the wilds of Florida as captain John Bull takes you on a private & personalized adventure through the everglades of Central Florida. Encounter native wildlife as the Seminole Indians did years ago that included: alligators, wild boar, snakes, eagles, otter, & hundreds of different bird species, just to name a few. Whether you are after speed, a heart pounding rush when you glide across the flat land marsh at speeds, up to 60 mph. Perhaps you prefer a slower pace that will coast you through cypress grove swamps where no motor boats can go. Join us for an airboat adventure that you will not soon forget.
What to bring: Sunglasses, Hat, Sunscreen with SPF of at least 15, Snacks, Jacket, Small cooler with drinks (No Alcohol), Still camera, &/or Video camera.
What is included: Airboat with 350 Hp engine, Guide/Captain, Hearing protection, & All required Coast Guard Equipment.
Airboat capacity: (2) Two guests
Rates: 1/2 day airboat excursion for (2) two $275