
Meet Our Guides
Here at DC Outfitters, our team of guides is the backbone of our success. With a collective experience of over 50 years, they are not just experts in the field; but passionate hunters who are committed to making your experience unparalleled.
Each guide brings their unique skills and deep knowledge of the terrain to the table, ensuring that you have the best opportunity to pursue trophy-class Rocky Mountain Elk, Mule Deer, and more. They are well-versed in the intricacies of the hunting areas across our expanded territory, which includes the stunning landscapes of Central and Southern Utah.
From the rugged Central mountains and Manti to the diverse ecosystems of Fish Lake, Thousand Lakes, Boulder/Kaiparowits, Mount Dutton, Monroe, and Beaver limited entry units, our guides know these areas intimately. They put countless hours behind the glass and miles on their boots to understand elk behavior, migration patterns, and the best strategies to help you succeed.
But it’s not just about the hunt; our guides love sharing their passion for the outdoors and educating you about the local wildlife and conservation efforts. They aim to build a connection with you as a fellow hunter, ensuring that you not only leave with a great story and a trophy but also with a deeper appreciation for the wild country.
Ryan Carter
Spanish Fork, Utah
Married, 3 daughters
Started guiding in 2004
Species: Elk, Mule Deer, Buffalo, Moose, Rocky and Desert Sheep
Areas of expertise: Boulder Plateau, Mount Dutton, Central Nebo, Central Manti, Oak Creeks, San Juan, Range Creek, Henry Mountains, Kaiparowits Escalante, Zion, Wasatch, Antelope Island
Social: @ryan_dcoutfitters

Aaron Jensen
Torrey Utah
Married, 5 children
Started guiding in 2013
Species: Elk, Mule Deer, Buffalo, and Desert Sheep
Areas of expertise: Boulder Plateau, Dirty Devil, Henry Mountains, Fish Lake, 1000 Lakes, Escalante Kaiparowits
Social: @arronwjensen
Wesley Fautin
Monroe, Utah
Married, 3 children
Guiding since 2010
Species: Elk, Mule Deer, Mountain Goats, Bear, Mountain Lions
Areas of Expertise: Mount Dutton, Beaver Mountains, Monroe, Oak Creeks
Social: @wes.fautin

Bryan Heward
West Haven, Utah
Married, 2 daughters
Guiding since 2018
Species: Mule Deer, Elk, Shiras Moose
Areas of Expertise: Boulder Mountains, Chimney Rock CMWU, and Antelope Island *specialist
Social: @bryan.heward
Bennett Bradford
Salem Utah
Married, 4 children
Started guiding in 2018
Species: Elk, Mule Deer, and Desert Sheep
Areas of Expertise: Boulder Plateau, Central Nebo, Central Manti, Henry Mountains, Vernon, and Eslcalante Kaiparowits
Social: @bbradford24

Josh Caldwell
Goshen, Utah
Married, 2 children
Guiding since 2019
Species: Elk, Mule Deer, Desert Sheep, Black Bears, Mountian Lions, and Mountain Goats
Areas of Expertise: Wasatch, Central Nebo, Central Manti, Vernon, Henry Mountains, Escalante Kaiparowits, Nine Mile Canyon
Social: @joshcaldwell4
Hunter McGuire
Santaquin, Utah
Married, 2 children
Guiding since 2024
Species: Elk and Mule Deer
Units: Boulder Plateau, Fishlake, 1000 Lakes, Barney Top/Kaiparowits, Central Manti, Central Nebo, and Henry Mountains
Social: @huntmcguire12