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AEI Outfitter
2 Illinois Creek Rd, Almont, CO
•4.7 (13 reviews)
•AEI Outfitter (Adventure Experiences, LLC) was started by Tim and Linda Kempfe in the mid-1980s with one goal: create outdoor experiences hunters remember for the rest of their lives. Operating under Colorado Outfitter License #1206, AEI holds special use permits from the USFS, BLM, and NPS across m...
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AEI Outfitter (Adventure Experiences, LLC) was started by Tim and Linda Kempfe in the mid-1980s with one goal: create outdoor experiences hunters remember for the rest of their lives. Operating under Colorado Outfitter License #1206, AEI holds special use permits from the USFS, BLM, and NPS across more than 500,000 acres of public and private land.
"Our ultimate goal is for the overall experience to be one that you will remember fondly for the rest of your life."
- •Early Season (Archery & Muzzleloader): Base camp sits on 1,500 acres of private land in Taylor Park, nestled under the Collegiate Peaks and Continental Divide. Elevations range 8,000-13,000 feet with direct access to prime elk, deer, moose, and mountain goat habitat.
- •Late Season (Rifle): Operations shift to Gunnison, Colorado with easy access to GMU 54, 55, 551, and 67 as animals migrate to winter grounds.
- •Location: #2 Illinois Creek Rd., Almont, Colorado 81210 | (970) 641-4708
- •Elk hunts – Fully guided, semi-guided, and private land/stand options
- •Mule deer hunts – Early and late season units across multiple GMUs
- •Mountain goat hunts – High-country alpine terrain
- •Moose hunts – Limited opportunities in prime habitat
- •Fly fishing – Available throughout the season
Clients consistently mention these specifics:
| What Stands Out | What Clients Say |
|---|---|
| Pre-season scouting | "Lewie and his guides spend time scouting so when you arrive, you'll be hunting an area known to hold game" |
| Accommodations | "Facilities were amazing" and "Superb lodging with hot showers after long days" |
| Food quality | "The best! You'll never go hungry" |
| Guide expertise | "Extremely knowledgeable," "treated us like family," "went above and beyond" |
| Team coordination | "Entire staff works very well together as a strong team" |
- •Lewie Foltz – Director with Wildlife Biology degree from Virginia Tech. Lifelong hunter, fly fisherman, and guide. Runs all recruiting, hiring, and client coordination.
- •Jake & Sami Brenner – Outfitter coordinators handling logistics, paperwork, property management, kitchen support, and packing game off the mountain.
- •Professional Guides: Allen Hardey, Trevor Erbes, 'Mule Deer Dave' Bell, Ken Lawdermilk, Levi Kennel, Connor Rohrbaugh, John Kessler, Cody Sexe, Shawn Williams, Jake Miller, and others. All carry First-aid/CPR certifications and have extensive field experience in Rocky Mountain big game hunting.
AEI maintains these commitments across every hunt:
- •Year-long observation and study of local wildlife habits
- •Countless hours of glassing and pre-scouting before client arrival
- •High standards for staff character, morals, and ethics
- •Comfortable, clean accommodations with continuous improvements
- •Guides who actively learn and adapt hunting strategy through field experience
- •Willingness to "go the extra mile" for client needs
AEI recommends and coordinates with:
Deer & Elk Processing: - Marcus Scanga, Salida, CO (719-221-3508) - Shane Guerrieri, Gunnison, CO (970-596-9747) - Average cost: $300 (varies by size)
Taxidermy Partners: - Eli Steiner, Reno, NV (775-527-2113) - Tim Wagner Taxidermy, Denver, CO (303-637-9430) - A Lasting Memory Taxidermy, Englewood, CO (303-944-5003) - Rocky Mountain Tanners, Englewood, CO (303-293-2882)
When shipping game via commercial carrier, your hunting license (or photocopy) and carcass tag must accompany the processed meat. Taxidermists require a receipt listing delivery date and antler description before you take the carcass home or to a processor.
AEI provides multiple planning tools on their website: - Trip planner for timeline decisions - Hunt registration forms - Packing/gear lists specific to seasons - FAQ page answering common questions - Testimonials from multi-year clients (some hunting with AEI for 17+ consecutive years)
Contact: - Phone: (970) 641-4708 - Email: [email protected] - Website: aeioutfitter.com