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What Is GOVRAX? Smarter Access for the Outdoors

Taylor Cassat
Taylor Cassat
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The outdoors is one of the last great freedoms—but access is getting more complicated. Agencies are stretched thin. Landowners are cautious. Hunters, anglers, and other recreationists are navigating a patchwork of rules, maps, and gates. GOVRAX is here to fix that.

We build modern software that simplifies and secures land access—for both public and private lands. Whether it’s a state wildlife agency managing a controlled draw, or a private landowner leasing acreage for hunting season, GOVRAX gives them the tools to do it better.

What We Do

At our core, GOVRAX is a platform for location-based land access management. That means:

  • Draw & Reservation Systems: We power fair, flexible, and secure draws for hunts, permits, and land access—custom-built for agency workflows or private needs.
  • Check-In/Check-Out & Geofencing: Our tools track when users enter and exit, verify their location on the property, and help ensure people stay on designated trails or zones.
  • Mapping & Geospatial Intelligence: Real-time, mobile-friendly maps with customizable overlays let land managers and users stay aligned—literally. All backed by geospatial data.
  • Harvest Reporting & Exit Surveys: We make it easy to collect data on success rates, wildlife sightings, road conditions, and more, helping landowners and biologists manage resources wisely.
  • Liability & Trust Tools: Require digital check-ins, proof of insurance, signed leases, or exit surveys before access. Everyone knows the rules. Everyone’s on the same page.

Who We Serve

  • State and Local Agencies looking to digitize draw systems, improve enforcement, and gather data from public land users.
  • Private Landowners and Leasing Groups who want to monetize access while keeping their property protected and well-managed.
  • Hunters, Anglers, and Outdoor Enthusiasts who just want a clear, reliable way to find and use land, without jumping through hoops.

Why We Built GOVRAX

We’re not just a tech company. We’re hunters. Veterans. Conservationists. We know what it’s like to drive hours for a duck hunt, only to find a gate locked or access denied. We’ve seen habitat destroyed by off-road vehicles that weren’t supposed to be there. We’ve watched great land sit unused because of unclear rules or fear of liability.

So we built a better system. One that makes access smarter. Safer. And built for the long game. If you're a land manager, agency leader, or just someone who cares about the future of the outdoors, we'd love to talk. Let’s build something that works for everyone.

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