Meet the Staff of Boise River Outfitters, LLC | Hunt Unit 39
JT - Co-Owner/Co-Founder/Guide
JT is a seasoned rancher and dedicated cowboy who has spent the last 30 years living and working in the rugged hills, where he’s become a master at moving cattle and living off the land. His deep connection to the outdoors is matched by his extensive hunting experience, having pursued a wide variety of game through numerous methods over the decades. While JT’s skills span the full spectrum of North American hunting, his true passion lies in tracking and harvesting large mule deer and elk—animals that challenge his instincts, patience, and deep respect for the wild. His life is a testament to grit, tradition, and the quiet pride of a man who knows the land better than most.
Levi - Co-Owner/Co-Founder/Guide
Levi, an Idaho native, grew up with a competitive spirit, excelling in soccer, football, and jiu jitsu. Despite his athletic pursuits, his deepest passion has always been hunting—a tradition he was introduced to at a young age, especially hound hunting, which quickly became a lifelong pursuit. With over 30 years of experience hunting with hounds and 15 years as a professional guide, Levi has built a reputation for his deep knowledge of the backcountry and his unmatched skill in tracking game. His roots in Idaho’s rugged landscape and his years in the field have shaped him into a seasoned outdoorsman with a relentless drive and deep respect for the hunt.
Eli - Co-Owner/Co-Founder/Guide
Eli grew up immersed in the rugged beauty of Idaho’s backcountry, spending nearly every weekend in the mountains with his father—a tradition that sparked a lifelong passion for the outdoors. Whether it was fishing, chasing spring bear, calling in rutting elk, or hunting antelope in the desert, Eli embraced every opportunity to explore the wild. But it was high mountain mule deer hunting that captured his heart and became his greatest obsession. Inspired by Mike Eastman’s Hunting High Country Mule Deer, which he considers the Bible, Eli vividly recalls harvesting his first deer at just 10 years old with a .375 H&H Magnum. Now, more than 35 years later, he has built an impressive track record, including two public land bucks that grossed over 200” and earned a place in the Boone & Crockett record book. Passionate about passing on his knowledge, Eli finds joy in mentoring young hunters and sharing stories with others who love the hunt. For him, the pursuit of mature muleys is more than a challenge—it’s a way of life, rooted in making lasting memories with those who matter most.
Gina - Co-Owner/Co-Founder/CFO/Guide
Gina’s love for the outdoors began in childhood, hunting alongside her family and developing a lifelong connection to the woods. At just 17, she joined the Marine Corps and served as a canine handler, where she discovered a deep passion for training dogs. That experience would eventually lead her to hound hunting—a perfect blend of her two greatest interests. With a natural drive for mentoring, Gina has spent years teaching and guiding youth, including her own children, in both hunting and outdoor skills. Though she’s an avid mule deer and elk hunter, her true calling lies in predator control, a pursuit she believes is vital to maintaining healthy big game populations. Whether she’s training her hounds or exploring new country, Gina is always seeking to learn, teach, and protect the wild places she loves most.
Rikki - Guide
Rikki is a dedicated houndswoman whose life has been deeply rooted in the tradition of hound hunting since childhood. With a profound respect for the dogs she trains and the wilderness they explore together, Rikki has spent the past three years honing her skills as a hound trainer, finding unmatched fulfillment in watching her dogs perform with instinct and precision. Her passion lies in the rugged pursuit of bears and mountain lions through the backcountry, where trust, teamwork, and tenacity define every chase. Recognized for her contributions and commitment to the sport, Rikki has been honored as Hounds Woman of the Year twice by the Idaho Houndsmen Association (2022 and 2023), and again in 2024 by the Eastern Idaho Houndsmen Association. For her, the heart of hound hunting isn’t found in accolades, but in the bond with her dogs, the thrill of the hunt, and the tight-knit community that shares her way of life.
Brandon - Guide
Brandon, known by most as Brando, was born in Anchorage, Alaska, and moved to Idaho in 1997, where his deep passion for the outdoors truly took root. A seasoned guide with over a decade of experience, Brando lives for the thrill of bear and hound hunting, embracing every adrenaline-charged moment with fearless enthusiasm. Driven by a love for the wild and a deep respect for what he calls “God’s country,” he thrives on challenges and the rush that comes with facing fear head-on. Beyond his own adventures, Brando is deeply committed to sharing his passion with the next generation, especially by introducing kids to hunting and the rugged beauty of the wilderness. For Brando, guiding is more than a job—it's a way of life that balances his love for nature, family, and the unshakable thrill of the hunt.