2020 FHF Banquet Cancelled-On-line Auction Instead
2020 AUCTION
BASIC RULES OF THE AUCTION:
- Hunts and fishing trips must be used before August 1, 2021, unless otherwise specified;
- Hunts may not be re-sold or used in any way to benefit the purchaser other than the use of the hunt;
- Youth participating on hunts must have their hunter safety cards prior to hunting.
- If the hunt is a “Youth Hunt,” that means the accompanying adult may NOT carry a firearm and is not allowed to shoot the youth’s gun.
-Bids will be accepted by e-mail to johndfullerpa@comcast.net beginning at number, expiration date, and the three numbers on the back of the card.
- In the event the COVID-19 pandemic becomes increasingly problematic in North Florida the donator or FHF reserves the right to cancel the hunt/fish trip. If the hunt/fish trip is canceled, your money will be refunded.
1) Youth Duck Hunt on Plantation in Leon County – For Youth with adult for a morning duck hunt on private lake on plantation property in northern Leon County. Guided (Youth Only Days of Nov. 14, 2020 or Feb. 13, 2021).
Minimum Bid: $100
Current Bid: $0
2) Youth Bass Fishing Trip on Private Lake - Youth with an adult for half-day of fishing on private lake in Leon County. You must have your own boat with electric motor only, fishing gear, bait and licenses. For the big lunkers, shiners are recommended. Shuford Davis will guide and you will be allowed to keep some fish at the owner's discretion. Must schedule between May-September 2021.
Minimum Bid: $100
Current Bid: $0
3) Trophy Buck or Doe for Youth on Tall Timbers – Guided youth hunt for a trophy buck or doe on Tall Timbers Research and Land Conservancy This a half day hunt - before sunrise until lunch or lunch until after dark! (2020-21 Hunting Season – Zone C).
Minimum Bid: $100
Current Bid: $0
4) Youth Turkey Hunt on Dixie Plantation – Guided hunt for youth with adult on Dixie Plantation in Jefferson County. Guided by Lane Green and Ken Stivers (Youth Only Weekend of March 13-14, 2021).
Minimum Bid: $100
Current Bid: $0
5) Youth Dove Hunt in Uruguay or Argentina - Eight people (four adults and four youth under age of 17) or five adults, for five days, six nights. Enjoy high volume dove shooting at its finest at one of MGW’s multiple hunting lodges in Arroyito, Argentina (80 miles east of Cordoba) or Soriano, Uruguay. Fields are close to the lodge and there is no limit on your dove harvest. Gourmet meals, cocktails, spacious accommodations and local transportation provided, except transportation to and from airport. Must be taken within one year of purchase and week must be reserved within 60 days of purchase.
Minimum Bid: $2500
Current Bid: $0
6) Tarpon Fishing for Adult - An eight (8) hour tarpon fishing trip for an adult. All gear, bait and licenses are provided. Bring your own food and drink. Donated by Capt. John Swanson of Northfloridainshore@outlook.com. NorthFloridainshore.com ($600 Value)
Minimum Bid: $200
Current Bid: $0
7) Youth Turkey Hunt on Private Family Land in Gadsden County, Sawdust Community -.Guided by Lane Green and Ken Stivers. Includes a great breakfast after the hunt! Donated by Cooksey Auction Company, Inc., Quincy, Florida (Spring 2021, except for March 13-14, 2021).
Minimum Bid: $100
Current Bid: $0
8) High Volume Dove Hunt for Two in Argentina or Uruguay – This dove hunt is for two hunters for 5 days/5 nights in the best dove hunting region in the world with no limit on doves. Stay at one of MGW’s multiple hunting lodges in Arroyito, Argentina (80 miles east of Cordoba) or Soriano, Uruguay. Fields are close to the lodges, which have gourmet meals, cocktails, and spacious accommodations. Local transportation is provided, except transportation to and from airport. Must be taken within one year of purchase and week must be reserved within 60 days of banquet.
Minimum Bid: $2000
Current Bid: $0
9) Youth Deer Hunt in Madison County - Buck or doe, on private property in Madison County. Youth must be accompanied by an adult and provide your own gun and ammo. The stands are 4x6 feet and must accommodate the youth hunter, the adult and the guide, Shuford Davis. Please be aware, it is a tight fit for three people. The one day hunt will be scheduled during the first day of the DMU C-5 Youth Deer Weekend, October 31, 2020.
Minimum Bid: $100
Current Bid: $0
10) Youth Turkey Hunt on Private Property in Leon County - One gobbler for a Youth w/ Adult during the second day of the Youth Spring Gobbler weekend in 2021. Youth must provide your own gun, .20 ga. or bigger and ammo. This is plantation country and the farm is usually loaded with turkeys. The one day hunt will be on March14, 2021 and guided by Shuford Davis. The hunt will be limited to the youth hunter, a parent/guardian, the guide, and award-winning videographer, Tony Young from FWC. The hunter will receive a video of the hunt.
Minimum Bid: $100
Current Bid: $0
11) Youth Turkey Hunt at Tall Timbers - – Guided hunt for youth with adult on Tall Timbers Research Station and Land Conservancy in northern Leon County. Guided. (Spring 2021, except for March 13-14, 2021).
Minimum Bid: $100
Current Bid: $0
12) Youth/Parent Half-Day Flats Fishing Trip – Adult or adult and youth for four (4) hour flats fishing for reds and trout with Capt. John Swanson out of St Marks. All gear, bait, and licenses provided, just bring your own food and drinks, no alcohol allowed. northfloridainshore@outlook.comor northfloridainshore.com.
Minimum Bid: $100
Current Bid: $0
13) Youth Osceola Hunt in Gulf Hammock with John Fuller – For Youth with Adult on early Youth-only weekend on 705 acre FHF lease in Gulf Hammock in Levy County. Property is loaded with some old gobblers and has the Wacasassa River running through the back of the property! Property has planted food plots and permanent stands. Almost a guaranteed kill, except that it’s turkey hunting! Can either camp overnight at the lease or get a room in Chiefland, Florida, approximately 20 minutes away (Youth Only Weekend March 13-14, 2021).
Minimum Bid: $300
Current Bid: $0
14) Youth Deer Hunt in Jefferson County with John Fuller– Trophy buck or doe hunt for youth with parent on private land off of Hwy 221 north of Greenville in Jefferson County. Parent and youth can sit by themselves or have John Fuller sit with them. There is an automatic feeder that feeds all year, mineral block, and a planted food plot. ((Anterless Deer Weekends – DMU C5 Weekend of Nov. 7–8 and 21–22, 2020 or Special Youth Deer Hunt Weekend of October 31-Nov. 1, 2020).
Minimum Bid: $100
Current Bid: $0
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15) Youth Turkey Hunt in Madison County – One gobbler for the youth hunter on a private Madison county farm. The youth must be accompanied by an adult and provide your own gun , .20 ga. or bigger, and ammo. The past three years we have had gobblers within range each year. The tracks and trail cams indicate there are some big longbeards roaming around the farm. Shuford Davis will guide the one day hunt to be scheduled on March 13, 2021, the first day of the north Florida Youth Turkey Hunt Weekend.
Minimum Bid: $100
Current Bid: $0
16) Hi-Tech Hog Hunt with Noah McKinnon and John Fuller – Two people, two guns for one night on private land in Gadsden County utilizing night vision – ultra hi-tech and ultra cool! Lots of pigs! We will go as many times as necessary until hogs are dead!
Minimum Bid: $300
Current Bid: $0
17) Youth Turkey Hunt in Jefferson County with John Fuller – Chance to kill an old bird on private land off of Hwy 221 north of Greenville in Jefferson County. Guided by John Fuller. (Spring 2021, except for March 13-14, 2021).
Minimum Bid: $100
Current Bid: $0
18) Duck Hunt at Flyway Lodge – For youth with adult or two adults - Wood duck hunt at Flyway Lodge (north of Greenville), in the morning over flooded ponds planted in corn. Hosted at the home of Allen & Jeannie Boyd.
Minimum Bid: $100
Current Bid: $0
19) Youth Deer and Hog Hunt in Wakulla County & Savage Axis II .270 Rifle- Buck or doe, on the 1500 acre Pinwa Hunt Club in Wakulla County. This is prime deer habitat north of US 98 across from the St. Marks Federal Wildlife Refuge. A hog may also be taken as a bonus. Winner of this hunt will also receive a Savage Axis II rifle in .270 caliber from The Future of Hunting in Florida. The rifle needs scope mounts, scope, and ammunition but can be used for first time to take a truly monster buck. Youth must be accompanied by an adult and provide your own gun and ammo. Shuford Davis will guide. The hunt will be scheduled during the DMU C-3 general gun season, November 7, 2020 to January 24, 2021.
Minimum Bid: $100
Current Bid: $0
FHF's New Hunters Program - 2020-21 Hunts
Oct. 9-11 Gulf Hammock – Youth – Archery
Oct. 30- Nov 1 Gulf Hammock – Youth - Muzzeloader (Modern gun for youth)
Nov. 6-8 Gulf Hammock – New “Old” Hunters – Gun
Nov. 20-22 Gulf Hammock - Youth – Gun
Dec. 4-6 Telogia - Youth – Muzzeloader (General gun for youth)
Dec.18-20 Telogia – Youth – Gun
Jan. 1-3 Gulf Hammock – Youth – Gun
Jan. 8-10 Telogia – New “Old” Hunters – Gun
Jan. 15-17 Gulf Hammock – New “Old” Hunters/Wounded Warriors – Gun
Jan. 29- 31 Telogia - Youth – Gun
Feb. 5-7 Gulf Hammock – Youth - Squirrel/Hog – Shotgun
Feb. 19-21 Telogia – New “Old” Hunters – Gun
Feb. 26-28 Telogia – Youth – Muzzeloader Only
To sign up, contact John Fuller at johndfullerpa@comcast.net
Become a Member of The Future of Hunting in Florida
By joining The Future of Hunting in Florida for $25, you are supporting our efforts to recruit and retain hunters and increase access and opportunities to hunt in Florida.
Youth One-Year Membership
An annual youth membership is $15. However, being a youth member of FHF is NOT required to participate in any FHF activity, including any youth hunts.
Family One-Year Membership
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Gold Sponsor
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About Us
Youth Hunts
New "Old" Hunters Weekends
New "Old" Hunters Weekends
During the 2019-20 Hunting Season, The Future of Hunting in Florida (FHF) hosted nine (9) weekend youth hunts with a total of 63 kids in attendance. Five (5) youth hunts were held on FHF's 705 acre lease in Gulf Hammock and four(4) youth hunts were held on FHF's 1520 acre lease near Telogia.
Both leases are paid for through a grant from the Fish & Wildlife Foundation of Florida.
New "Old" Hunters Weekends
New "Old" Hunters Weekends
New "Old" Hunters Weekends
During the 2019-20 Hunting Season, The Future of Hunting in Florida (FHF) hosted four (4) New "Old" Hunters weekends in which a total of twenty-nine (29) adults were recruited and/or reactivated to hunt.
Wounded Warriors Hunts
Wounded Warriors Hunts
Wounded Warriors Hunts
During the 2018-19 Hunting Season, The Future of Hunting in Florida (FHF) also hosted five (5) Wounded Warriors who were first-time hunters.
Purpose of FHF
Wounded Warriors Hunts
Wounded Warriors Hunts
The Future of Hunting in Florida (FHF) was established in 2006 for the purposes of:
- recruiting and retaining hunters in Florida;
-promoting and strengthening ethics and conservation;
-increasing access and opportunities for citizens and visitors to hunt on public and private lands in Florida; and,
- building a unified, strong coalition of h
The Future of Hunting in Florida (FHF) was established in 2006 for the purposes of:
- recruiting and retaining hunters in Florida;
-promoting and strengthening ethics and conservation;
-increasing access and opportunities for citizens and visitors to hunt on public and private lands in Florida; and,
- building a unified, strong coalition of hunting organizations.
FHF sponsors local events in communities throughout the State to teach our youth and adults the benefits of hunting and to promote good ethics . sportsmanship, safety, and conservation. It is critical for this generation of hunters to join together to promote our hunting heritage, project a positive image of our sport, and preserve, augment, and protect quality hunting opportunities in Florida.
Sponsors and Donors at The Future of Hunting in Florida Banquet, May 18, 2019
Platinum Sponsor
Marty and Daphne Wood
Gold Sponsors
David Oglesby and Syn-Tech Systems, Inc.
Harold and June Lee and Skybox Liquors
Florida Wildlife Federation and Rick Abbott
Silver Sponsors
Graham Demont and Demont Insurance Agency
Lex Thompson and Lex Thompson Properties
Gregory Williams, D.O., Tallahassee Primary Care Associates
Sponsors
Randy Langston and Langston Concrete Construction
Wally Woodham, Jr. and Woodham Insurance, LLC
NHWL Engineering, Inc.
Chuck Wester, Yates Wilkie & Joe Lane
Blair and Monica Bailey
Shuford Davis
John Fuller
Richard Gardner and Armor Realty
Brett Ewing and First Franklin Financial
George Grimsley and Grimsley and Associates, CPA
Donors to 2019 Banquet
J.T, Surles and Trophy Creek Outfitters, Monticello, FL
Bill Day and The Shoe Box, Tallahassee, FL
Lee Trailer Sales, Tallahassee, FL
Waukeenah Fertilizer Company, Waukeenah, FL
Kevin Kelly and Kevin's Sporting Goods, Tallahassee, FL
Bass Pro Shops, Tallahassee Store
Robin Barber and All Pro Equipment & Landscaping
Jake Webb & The Rivers Edge Bait & Water Escapes,LLC
Woodville ACE Hardware
Wildwood Golf Course
Magnuson Hotel Wildwood Inn, Crawfordville, FL
Mike's Marine Supply, Panacea FL
Coastal Trailer & Hitch, Medart, FL
Crawfordville ACE Hardware
Shield's Marina and Brett Shields, St. Marks, FL
Riverside Cafe, St. Marks, FL
City of St. Marks, FL
Crum's Mini-Mall, Panacea, FL
T-n-T Hideaway, US 98 & Wakulla River
Coon Bottom Gun Club and Frank Kraeft
Sea Tow Big Bend, Panacea, FL
Scott Pliskin, DVM and Mahan Animal Clinic
Academy Sports
Remington Firearms
Mark Folmar and Folmar's Gun & Pawn
Tristan Shelfer and Red Hills Arms
Walmart, Tallahassee Stores
Cal Cooksey and Cooksey Auction Company, Sawdust, FL
Stowaway Marine & More, Inc., Shell Point Hwy & US 98
The Rivers Edge Bait & Water Escapes, LLC
Coastal Forest Resources Company and Ryan Daniels
Capt. John Swanson
Allen & Jeannie Boyd
Dr. Jim Davis
David Fonveille
Reed Swamp Hunt Club
John Whiddon and MGW
Steven Hoppe
Buck Atkinson and Welaunee Plantation
Alofl Hotel of Tallahassee
Shula's 347 Grill
Tall Timbers Research Station & Land Conservancy
Hoyt, Brent & Glenn Lowder
Noah McKinnon
Marty and Daphne Wood
Florida Farm & Feed
Homewood Suites Hilton, Gainesville, FL
Hilton Garden Inn, Hilton Head, SC
Firehouse Subs, W. Pensacola St., Tallahassee, FL
Bradley's Country Store, Centerville Rd., Tallahassee, FL
Chuck Echenique
Paul McGhee
Hal Bennett and Johnston's Meat Market
Jim Hilwig
Tractor Supply Co., Tallahassee store
Stone's Home Center, Quincy store
Aloft Hotel, Jacksonville Airport