About
I am an avid hunter, a professional guide, a volunteer conservationist, and a freelance outdoor writer and photographer. Each year I spend countless hours in the field hunting big game species in my home state of Arizona, and across the US. I find satisfaction from guiding hunters here in the West, but I especially enjoy hunting with my family and close friends.
“Life is about hunting! My life is my family, friends, and hunting! Hunting with my family and friends is my life!” – Darren Choate
Bio
Although born in Colorado, Darren has lived in Arizona for over 30 years. The majority of his childhood years were spent as a young hunter growing up in the White Mountains located in the eastern portion of the state. After graduation from high school, Darren served his country in the US Air Force, while stationed at Elmendorf, AFB in Alaska. Once back in Arizona, he earned a Bachelors of Science in Environmental Science and a Masters of Education at Northern Arizona University. Happily married, he and his wife have two wonderful sons, and make their home in Northern Arizona.
Darren is a life member and active volunteer of the Rocky Mountain Elk Foundation, and supports several other conservation organizations as well. Although he lives in Elk and Coues country, he enjoys hunting across the country. Darren is passionate about hunting, and shares that passion with others. His articles and photographs have been published in several magazines and online.
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