Wisconsin · Minnesota · Iowa · Michigan
Lost the blood trail? Put a thermal drone in the air.
Deer Recovery Network connects hunters with vetted drone pilots who recover wounded deer across 341 counties in four states. Pick your county, see who's qualified nearby, and reach out directly. No account required.
This isn't a pilot directory. We send your request straight to the right pilot for your area and weather conditions.
Why hunters start here
FAA Part 107 Verified
Every listed pilot's certificate is reviewed by our team before their profile goes live.
Insurance on File
Pilots submit current drone liability coverage. We verify it, so you don't have to.
County-Based Search
Search by the county where the deer went down and only see pilots who actually serve it.
Thermal Equipped
Pilots list the thermal aircraft they fly, along with experience and recovery counts.
Talk to the network
Questions? Call us
Deer Recovery Network is operated by Precision Aerial Recovery out of West Bend, Wisconsin. Call or email if you need help reaching a pilot, or if you fly thermal and want to be listed.
Before the pilot arrives, know what to expect
Thermal drones work best with cool temperatures and cloudy conditions. On warm, sunny days, your recovery will likely be conducted after sunset or the next morning to produce the best results for you. We'll route your request to the right pilot for your area and conditions, not just the closest name on a list.