Advanced Thermal and Night Vision Optics

$3,000 – $7,000 each

(13 thermal and 22 night vision needed)

The purchase of anti-poaching equipment such as night vision and thermal imaging will help Region 7 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.

Airboat

$115,000 each

The purchase of this vessel will allow Texas Game Wardens to patrol shallow bays, marshes and rivers for freshwater fishing and waterfowl hunting enforcement. Game wardens also heavily rely on this type of specialty equipment for emergency response during natural disasters like Hurricane Harvey, where over 12,000 rescues were made.

Thermal Drone Package

$40,000 each

(2 purchased / 1 needed)

When natural or other disasters strike, Region 7 Game Wardens will be better equipped to respond quickly and effectively to lifesaving search and rescue emergencies thanks to the enhanced capabilities afforded by the latest and greatest thermal drone technology.

Shallow Pro Drive Vessel

$40,000 each

(2 needed)

To better serve their patrol area, Region 7 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 to carry out their duties.