Sawtooth Outfitters West

Sawtooth Outfitters West Real Backcountry backpack and horse hunts in the rugged mountains of British Columbia. Welcome to your adventure.

If you believe everything you see online and from gear manufacturers, you’ll show up for your mountain hunt with 200 pou...
08/30/2026

If you believe everything you see online and from gear manufacturers, you’ll show up for your mountain hunt with 200 pounds of gear.

You don’t need it.

After years of guiding in the mountains, we’ve learned what actually works, what earns a place in your pack, and what can stay at home.

Our latest Sawtooth Pro Tips article breaks down the gear we actually use and recommend for a mountain hunt — from boots and clothing to packs, rain gear, optics and more.

What to Bring on a Mountain Hunt (And What to Leave at Home)

Read the full article here:

https://sawtoothbc.com/pro-tips/what-to-bring-on-a-mountain-hunt/

The spring avalanches left their mark this year.Seeing the amount of snow and timber they can move never gets old.Days l...
07/17/2026

The spring avalanches left their mark this year.

Seeing the amount of snow and timber they can move never gets old.

Days like this are spent exploring, reopening trails, and getting a little farther into the country than we were the day before.

Not a bad way to spend the day.

Sawtooth is hiring! We are looking to add another camp cook to our team. We’re proud to have staff who return season aft...
07/17/2026

Sawtooth is hiring! We are looking to add another camp cook to our team.

We’re proud to have staff who return season after season. We work hard to create camps that are enjoyable to work in and support our team every step of the way.

If you love the outdoors, enjoy cooking, and are looking for a unique fall experience in the mountains, we’d love to hear from you!

Apply by email:
[email protected]

People ask what we do in the off-season.This.Hay, fences, horses, equipment maintenance, trail work, and getting everyth...
07/16/2026

People ask what we do in the off-season.

This.

Hay, fences, horses, equipment maintenance, trail work, and getting everything ready before the first hunter ever arrives.

The mountains might be the fun part, but this is what makes it all possible.

First day on the job.Meet Saeko, four months old and getting his first introduction to a black bear.No pressure, kid… th...
07/09/2026

First day on the job.

Meet Saeko, four months old and getting his first introduction to a black bear.

No pressure, kid… this will be a long road

Every finished bear dog was once a puppy trying to figure out why a bear smells the way it does.

It’s a long process, but it’s one of my favorite parts of raising bear dogs.

The Right Rifle for Mountain HuntingOne of the questions I get asked more than almost anything else is:“What rifle shoul...
07/08/2026

The Right Rifle for Mountain Hunting

One of the questions I get asked more than almost anything else is:

“What rifle should I bring?”

After guiding hunters through the mountains of British Columbia for years, I’ve learned that the “perfect” rifle isn’t necessarily the newest, lightest, or most expensive one.

It’s the rifle you know inside and out.

One that you’ve carried, practiced with, and have complete confidence in when a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity finally presents itself.

In our latest Pro Tips article, I share the rifles, calibers, optics, and lessons I’ve learned from years of guiding mountain hunts. Whether you’re planning an elk, mountain goat, deer, or bear hunt, I hope it helps you spend less time chasing gear trends and more time preparing for the hunt itself.

Read the full article here:

https://sawtoothbc.com/pro-tips/choosing-the-right-rifle-for-mountain-hunting/

I’d also love to hear from you…

If you could only own one mountain rifle for the rest of your life, what would it be?

We have a last minute spots to fill!Dates: August 2-7, 2026Location: Sawtooth Outfitters Headquarters - Kimberley, BCWha...
06/24/2026

We have a last minute spots to fill!

Dates: August 2-7, 2026

Location: Sawtooth Outfitters Headquarters - Kimberley, BC

What You’ll Gain:
• Hands-on, in-depth training from one of the largest and most respected outfitters in the region
• Expert guidance from seasoned lifelong hunters, master horsemen, and professionals
• Essential big game skills: elk calling techniques, precise field dressing, trophy preparation for taxidermy
• Confidence-building backcountry horsemanship – riding, packing, and handling horses in real mountain conditions
• Practical wilderness know-how: backcountry cooking, survival strategies, camp management, and more!

Whether you’re aiming to launch a career as a licensed Big Game Guide or level up your personal backcountry expertise, our intensive program delivers the real-world tools, confidence, and connections you need to succeed.

Apply now and take the first step toward your dream career as a Big Game Guide. Contact us: [email protected]

For those ready to go further, join us for a 3-4 day backcountry expedition immediately following the school. Put everything you’ve learned into action: establish a remote camp, ride and pack horses over challenging trails, tackle trail maintenance, and immerse yourself in authentic guiding life - limited spots available

2026 Fort Steel packing clinic - Sponsored by the Back Country Horsemen of BC
05/03/2026

2026 Fort Steel packing clinic - Sponsored by the Back Country Horsemen of BC

Just like Yellowstone…Except without the ranch hands.Without the 10,000 acres.Without the cutting horses.Without the hel...
02/22/2026

Just like Yellowstone…

Except without the ranch hands.
Without the 10,000 acres.
Without the cutting horses.
Without the helicopters.
And definitely without the money.

We’ve got one calf, some questionable fencing, a Kubota, and chores that don’t film nearly as dramatic.

Our version of a land dispute is arguing over who forgot to close the gate.

No dramatic background music. Just hay bills.

I’d call that a win.

FarmDays

Backcountry Lodge Escape At the very end of a mountain road, a private lodge sits tucked deep in the Purcell Mountains.T...
02/19/2026

Backcountry Lodge Escape

At the very end of a mountain road, a private lodge sits tucked deep in the Purcell Mountains.

This summer, we’re opening it to a small number of private groups for a 3-night Backcountry Lodge Escape.

Guided access. Quiet days. Evenings by the fire.

Pilot Season now open.

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Kimberley, BC

Telephone

+12504275852

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