Red Feather Guides & Outfitters, Inc., Arnie Schlottman

Red Feather Guides & Outfitters is based in Walden, Colorado, positioned in the heart of the North Park valley—a region famous for its high elk densities and expansive views of the Medicine Bow and Zirkel mountain ranges. The operation is known for its versatility, offering a balance of high-success hunting trips and family-oriented summer recreation in one of the most scenic corridors of the Colorado Rockies.

The outfitter specializes in several core areas of mountain adventure:

• Big Game Hunting: They provide guided hunts for Elk, Mule Deer, Pronghorn Antelope, and Moose. Their services include fully guided 1-on-1 or 2-on-1 hunts, as well as logistical support for self-sufficient groups.
• Backcountry Pack Trips: Using a reliable string of mountain horses, Arnie’s team leads multi-day pack trips into the high country, setting up camps next to alpine lakes where trout fishing is a primary highlight.
• Summer Recreation: The ranch is a popular hub for trail rides and youth-focused horseback trips, designed to give younger generations a hands-on introduction to horsemanship and mountain safety.

Red Feather is particularly praised for its “seamless experience,” providing everything from expert guiding and transportation to comfortable accommodations and camp-cooked meals. Recent clients highlight the guides’ technical knowledge and tireless work ethic, noting that the team goes above and beyond to ensure a memorable experience regardless of the harvest. Whether you are a group of hunters finishing a third rifle season or a family looking for a remote fishing getaway, Arnie Schlottman’s operation combines decades of logistical precision with a passion for the North Park wilderness.