Pig Problem

The Reality of Hog Hunting:

A Night with Capt Max

At Pig Problem Inc, every Thermal Hunt is different—sometimes it’s fast action, sometimes it’s a grind, and sometimes, it’s a mix of both. On this 1 Night Thermal Hunt, Guide Capt Max and his Hunters got a little bit of everything: a first-time predator kill, close encounters with Wild Hogs, and a reminder that all of Hunting is never a guarantee.

The night started strong when Harry dropped his First Coyote. It was a textbook setup—Calling a Coyote in to about 50-60 yards before sealing the deal. A great way to kick things off.

Next up: Wild Pigs. They got on a Sounder early, but despite solid effort, nothing hit the ground. Then came two more opportunities—one pair and one single. But when the wind shifted, the pair caught their scent and vanished. The single? Pulled a Houdini and disappeared into the night.

“Hunting is 100% Present Opportunity,” Capt Max said. “Skill, luck, time all have some play. But mainly, going outside is the biggest part.” That’s the truth of it—showing up, putting in the time, and being ready when the moment comes.

And speaking of putting in the time—Max has spent the past four nights sleeping in the van, getting home at 8-9 a.m. This isn’t just a job; it’s a lifestyle. “Everyone wants to be a Hog Hunter for the glory,” he joked. But the reality? It’s long nights, hard-earned kills, and doing whatever it takes to Solve The Pig Problem.

Ready to experience the Wild Hog Hunt for yourself? Book a Hunting Trip with Pig Problem and see if you’ve got what it takes.

Pig Problem

Crop Protection:

The Real Work Behind Pig Problem

At Pig Problem, we take hunters out for an unforgettable night of thermal hog hunting, but at the core of what we do is something much more important—protecting farmers’ fields. Wild hogs cause massive destruction to crops, costing farmers thousands of dollars in lost yields and damage. That’s why we’re out there, night after night, making sure these invasive pests don’t get the upper hand.

This time, it wasn’t a guided hunt. It was straight-up crop protection. Our owner, Max, didn’t have to lead a hunt—he was out there handling business himself. As he put it:

“Establish dominance. Took out the whole sounder—five hogs on my own. All while listening to a Shawn Ryan podcast. Started early so I could get home at 8:30 AM. Why have so much cool gear if you never actually go outside?”

Max spent the evening lying in a hammock in the middle of a field, waiting for the pigs to show up. The night was calm, the stars were out, and when the hogs rolled in, it was game over for them. One more field saved from destruction.

We know farmers are having a tough time this year, and we want them to know we’ve got their backs. If you have a pig problem, contact us—we’ll take care of it. It’s our number one priority. We hunt farm fields for free—no cost to the farm. Because at the end of the day, keeping crops safe and stopping the damage is what really matters.

Farmers, don’t wait until the damage is done. Give us a call, and let’s get those hogs out of your fields.