outfitter
noun
out·fit·ter
ˈau̇t-ˌfi-tər 
: one that outfits: such as
a
b
: a business providing equipment, supplies, and often trained guides (as for hunting trips)
also
: a guide working for such an outfitter
Examples of outfitter in a Sentence
Hunters say it's the best outfitter in the state.
Our outfitter showed us where the deer feed.
Recent Examples on the Web
Although the snowpack in the southern half of the state is less than abundant, outfitters there may have a better year than last year according to David Costlow, executive director of the Colorado River Outfitters Association.
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John Meyer, The Denver Post, 10 May 2024
The new rules were unveiled Friday to outfitters and other businesses who work with the Superior National Forest on BWCAW issues, and were exchanged widely on social media over the weekend, but were not made available to the general public until late Monday.
—John Myers, Twin Cities, 7 May 2024
To avoid the worst of the crowds, skip major holiday weekends and arrive at river outfitters in the early morning or late afternoon.
—Southern Living Editors, Southern Living, 22 Mar. 2024
Sheep tags not sold at conservation auctions are often sold instead by outfitters, with very little habitat or management benefit accrued to the species.
—Andrew McKean, Outdoor Life, 13 Mar. 2024
An elk outfitter will arrange your travel (horses, UTV, ATV, truck, etc.), and help with packing out your harvested animal.
—Jace Bauserman, Field & Stream, 22 Feb. 2024
Start in Shasta City, a center for climbing outfitters — and New Age purveyors of crystals and such tied to spiritual aspects of the mountain.
—Janet Fullwood, The Mercury News, 19 Feb. 2024
Luxury in-room amenities, experienced outfitters, and a top concierge team offer guests a seamless stay.
—Brandon Perlman, Travel + Leisure, 29 Jan. 2024
Authorities transported the male, identified as Richard Francis Gadbois, 80, to a local hospital where he was later pronounced deceased.
Gadbois, who ran an ice fishing outfitter on Mille Lacs, was out checking ice conditions when the incident occurred, said the sheriff's office.
—USA TODAY, 16 Jan. 2024
John Meyer, The Denver Post, 10 May 2024
The new rules were unveiled Friday to outfitters and other businesses who work with the Superior National Forest on BWCAW issues, and were exchanged widely on social media over the weekend, but were not made available to the general public until late Monday.
—John Myers, Twin Cities, 7 May 2024
To avoid the worst of the crowds, skip major holiday weekends and arrive at river outfitters in the early morning or late afternoon.
—Southern Living Editors, Southern Living, 22 Mar. 2024
Sheep tags not sold at conservation auctions are often sold instead by outfitters, with very little habitat or management benefit accrued to the species.
—Andrew McKean, Outdoor Life, 13 Mar. 2024
An elk outfitter will arrange your travel (horses, UTV, ATV, truck, etc.), and help with packing out your harvested animal.
—Jace Bauserman, Field & Stream, 22 Feb. 2024
Start in Shasta City, a center for climbing outfitters — and New Age purveyors of crystals and such tied to spiritual aspects of the mountain.
—Janet Fullwood, The Mercury News, 19 Feb. 2024
Luxury in-room amenities, experienced outfitters, and a top concierge team offer guests a seamless stay.
—Brandon Perlman, Travel + Leisure, 29 Jan. 2024
Authorities transported the male, identified as Richard Francis Gadbois, 80, to a local hospital where he was later pronounced deceased.
Gadbois, who ran an ice fishing outfitter on Mille Lacs, was out checking ice conditions when the incident occurred, said the sheriff's office.
—USA TODAY, 16 Jan. 2024
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“Outfitter.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/outfitter. Accessed 17 May. 2024.
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