Start with the last sign.
Record the time, last known location and direction of travel. Keep track of the conditions and confirm who controls access to the land.
THERMAL DRONE RECOVERY · NORTH IDAHO
Thermal Drone
Game Recovery.
Taking the search for wounded deer & elk above the ground.
Based in Sandpoint. Focused on North Idaho.
Search availability is confirmed after reviewing your request.
BASED IN SANDPOINT, IDAHOAERIAL SEARCH. THERMAL PERSPECTIVE.
Thermal drone technologyAn aerial perspective after the shot
Rooted in North IdahoBased in Sandpoint, Idaho
Responsible by designLand access. Wildlife. Airspace.
HOW DRONE RECOVERY WORKS
A thermal camera.
An aerial advantage.
A drone-mounted thermal camera detects differences in surface heat, helping an operator search from above. Share your last known location and the conditions so your recovery request can be assessed.
THERMAL DRONE VIEWWHITE HOT
Assess a drone search.
Terrain, tree cover, weather, airspace and land access all factor into whether a drone search is suitable. Availability and the search plan are confirmed before a flight.
Plan the recovery.
A possible location is the beginning of the next step. Ground access and retrieval need their own plan, with safety and landowner permission first.
Send your search details to start the conversation. Every recovery request is assessed individually.
HOME BASE: SANDPOINT
Big country.
A local starting point.
From our base in Sandpoint, we accept recovery inquiries across the five northern counties. Tell us where you need help so availability, access and travel can be assessed for your search.
NORTH IDAHO SERVICE AREA01Bonner CountySandpoint · Ponderay · Priest RiverOur home county+02Boundary CountyBonners Ferry · Moyie Springs · NaplesThe northern edge+03Kootenai CountyCoeur d’Alene · Rathdrum · AtholLakes & timber country+04Benewah CountySt. Maries · Plummer · TensedRiver valleys & ridgelines+05Shoshone CountyKellogg · Wallace · MullanMountain country+
Further south? For Latah, Clearwater, Nez Perce, Lewis and Idaho counties, send your location to check options. Ask about your area.
KNOW THE LIMITS
Thermal sees heat.
Not through everything.
Dense canopy, terrain, weather and timing all affect what a thermal camera can detect. It can offer another perspective, but it can’t see through solid cover or guarantee a recovery.
Get answers before the searchSTRAIGHTFORWARD PRICING
Know the cost.
Before the search.
Start with a free phone assessment. We confirm availability, access and any additional charges with you before dispatch.
THERMAL DRONE SEARCH
$400
Up to 2 hours on site.
Includes search setup, battery changes and travel within 30 road miles of Sandpoint.
The search fee applies whether or not the animal is found.
WHEN YOUR ANIMAL IS LOCATED
+$100
A confirmed location.
Applies only when the animal you are searching for is positively identified and its location is provided.
A possible heat signature alone does not trigger this fee.
$400 if not found. $500 if located.
Request recoveryBefore any agreed travel or additional search time.
- Additional search time
- $100 per hour, only with your approval.
- Travel beyond 30 road miles
- Quoted and agreed before dispatch.
- Ground retrieval
- Physical retrieval and packing out are not included.
No payment is required to send an inquiry. Search suitability and availability are confirmed individually. Recovery cannot be guaranteed.
START YOUR RECOVERY REQUEST
Lost the trail?
Take the next step.
Tell us where the search is, when the animal was last seen and what you know about access. Start here to check thermal drone recovery options for your situation.
- Request deer or elk recovery
- Check availability in your county
- Discuss a search or operator partnership
What happens next?
Your inquiry starts the review of your search. Availability, pricing and arrangements need confirmation before any flight.