Center Console Boat, Motor, Trailer

$40,000 each

(1 needed)

To better serve their area of patrol, Region III game wardens must have access to a small but powerful vessel to patrol hard-to-reach, remote areas, particularly in case of search and rescue.  This boat will reduce response time for incidents in areas with shallow water while significantly enhancing the ability of Region III game wardens to carry out their duties.

Side Scan Sonar

$3,500 each

(5 needed)

This side scan sonar kit is specifically designed to support Game Wardens in underwater search and recovery operations. Ideal for locating drowning victims, submerged evidence, or vehicles, the system provides high-resolution imaging of the lake or river bottom—even in low-visibility conditions. Quick deployment and intuitive operation make it a critical tool for time-sensitive missions in remote or challenging environments.

Search and Rescue Thermal Drone Kit

$40,000

(1 purchased / 1 needed)

When natural or other disasters strike, Region III Game Wardens will be better equipped to respond quickly and effectively to life-saving search and rescue emergencies, thanks to the enhanced capabilities afforded by the latest thermal drone technology. These drones can be rapidly deployed to assess large or hard-to-reach areas in real time, providing critical situational awareness within minutes of arriving on scene. In addition to their role in disaster response, drones are also used in routine patrols to monitor remote areas, support surveillance operations, and enhance overall enforcement efforts.

Advanced Thermal Night Vision Optics

$3,000-$4,000

The purchase of anti-poaching equipment such as night vision and thermal imaging will help Region III game wardens stop night hunters who trespass on private land to illegally poach game.  This specialized equipment is also valuable for our game wardens who serve as first responders during times of natural disaster, performing hazardous search and rescue operations day and night.