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Service Descriptions

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Prairie Hawk Aerial Recon delivers premium, mission-ready aerial services built on precision, discretion, and results. Using advanced drone, thermal, and mapping technology, we provide clear, actionable intelligence—not just footage—whether for land management, wildlife recovery, real estate, or construction documentation. Every mission is flown safely, ethically, and professionally, with an uncompromising focus on accuracy, reliability, and high-quality deliverables you can trust.

🦌 Deer Census (Thermal Aerial Survey)

Starting at $500

What it is
A structured, thermal-based aerial survey designed to estimate deer presence, distribution, and herd composition across your property.

Who it’s for
Landowners, hunters, and property managers who want data-backed insight—not guesswork—before making harvest or habitat decisions.

What you receive

  • PDF Executive Summary (clear, client-friendly)

  • Annotated property map with deer observations

  • Select thermal still images

  • Herd metrics and management recommendations

Why it matters
Thermal surveys provide a snapshot of deer activity that trail cameras alone can’t. The result is better planning, smarter harvest decisions, and improved land stewardship.

🦌 Deer Recovery (Thermal-Assisted)

Starting at $400

What it is
Thermal-assisted aerial search to help locate wounded or downed deer quickly and ethically.

Who it’s for
Hunters who want to maximize recovery success while minimizing unnecessary tracking pressure.

What’s included

  • Rapid-response thermal search

  • Structured search grid based on last-known information

  • GPS location of recovered animal

  • On-site guidance to recovery location

Notes

  • Time-sensitive service — earlier response improves success

  • Conducted with discretion and respect for land and wildlife

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🐾 Pet Recovery (Thermal-Assisted)

Starting at $500

What it is
Thermal-assisted aerial search to locate lost pets, especially during low-light or cold conditions when heat signatures are strongest.

Who it’s for
Pet owners who need speed, coverage, and calm coordination during a stressful situation.

What’s included

  • Thermal search grid tailored to terrain and conditions

  • Analysis of last-known location and movement patterns

  • Live guidance during active recovery window

  • Priority response when available

Notes

  • Best results occur within the first 24–48 hours

  • Operated with privacy and neighborhood discretion

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🏠 Real Estate Aerial Media

Starting at $400

What it is
Professional aerial photos and video that elevate property listings and highlight land, access, and surroundings.

Who it’s for
Real estate agents, brokers, and property owners who want polished visuals that stand out.

What you receive

  • MLS-ready aerial photos

  • Cinematic aerial video clips

  • Optional interior/exterior combined packages

  • Fast turnaround (typically 24–48 hours)

Why it works
Aerial context sells property. Clean, legal, insured drone work builds confidence with buyers and agents alike.

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🗺️ Mapping & Measurement (Land, Forest & Agriculture)

Starting at $25 per acre (minimums apply)

What it is
High-resolution aerial mapping and modeling designed to support land management, forestry, agriculture, and construction using structured flight planning and professional processing workflows.

Who it’s for
Landowners, foresters, farmers, and contractors who need accurate, measurable, decision-ready data—not just aerial images.

Use Cases

🌲 Forest & Land Management

  • Property boundary visualization

  • Timber stand overview and planning

  • Access road and trail mapping

  • Habitat layout and improvement planning

  • Change detection over time

🌾 Agriculture

  • Field and crop area mapping

  • Drainage and water flow visualization

  • Field access and infrastructure planning

  • Seasonal documentation and comparison

  • Support for agronomic planning (visual, not advisory)

🏗️ Construction & Planning

  • Site documentation and progress tracking

  • Earthwork and layout visualization

  • Measurement-ready maps and models

  • Communication with stakeholders and crews

What You Receive

  • High-resolution orthomosaic (2D map)

  • Optional 3D models for terrain and visualization

  • Measurement-ready outputs (distance, area, volume*)

  • WebODM-based professional processing

  • Clear deliverables suitable for planning and reporting

*Volume measurements available where conditions allow.

Why It Matters

Accurate maps reduce guesswork. Whether you’re planning timber work, managing fields, or tracking site changes, aerial mapping provides context, scale, and measurable insight that ground-based observation alone can’t deliver.

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🎥 Marketing & Event Aerial Coverage

Starting at $600

What it is

Professional aerial video and photography designed to capture attention, elevate your brand, and tell a story from above. Ideal for marketing campaigns, community events, property showcases, and promotional content.

Who it’s for

Businesses, organizations, event planners, and property owners who want high-impact visuals that stand out across websites, social media, and presentations.

What you receive

  • Cinematic aerial video clips (4K)

  • High-resolution aerial still images

  • Professionally edited, brand-ready content

  • Files optimized for web, social, and presentation use

Common use cases

  • Business and brand marketing

  • Community and outdoor events

  • Property and land showcases

  • Promotional and social media content

  • Highlight reels and teasers

Why it works

Aerial visuals add scale, context, and energy that ground-based cameras can’t match. Prairie Hawk focuses on clean composition, smooth motion, and intentional storytelling—not gimmicks.

Pricing notes

  • Pricing based on event duration, location, and deliverables

  • Editing and multiple output formats available

  • Fully insured and FAA-compliant operations

  • Fast turnaround options available

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🏠 Aerial Home & Roof Inspections

Starting at $350

What it is

A non-invasive aerial inspection service that provides clear visual documentation of roofs and exterior structures using high-resolution drone imagery.

Who it’s for

Homeowners, property managers, and real estate professionals who need safe, efficient documentation without ladders or scaffolding.

What you receive

  • High-resolution aerial images of roof and exterior areas

  • Optional annotated images highlighting observed conditions

  • Organized digital delivery for easy review or sharing

  • Documentation suitable for maintenance planning or contractor review

Common use cases

  • Roof condition documentation

  • Storm or weather-related visual assessments

  • Pre-sale or pre-purchase documentation

  • Property maintenance planning

  • Hard-to-access or multi-story structures

Important note

Prairie Hawk provides visual inspection and documentation only. We do not provide engineering evaluations, code compliance determinations, or insurance claim approvals.

Why it matters

Aerial inspections reduce risk, save time, and provide a clear visual record. You get eyes on the roof without unnecessary exposure or disruption.

Pricing notes

  • Pricing based on structure size, complexity, and location

  • Same-day or next-day delivery available

  • Fully insured and FAA-compliant operations

  • Client retains full ownership of all imagery

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Public Safety

Search & Rescue Support

Contracted Services Only

  • Available to authorized agencies

  • Pricing and scope provided via SAR capability statement