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Rachelle Schrute

As a fifth-generation Montanan, Rachelle Schrute comes from a long line of western hunters and anglers. Born in western Montana, she spent countless days chasing mountain elk and mountain trout with her family. She is heavily involved in Montana's conservation and wildlife management practices and has served in leadership roles within multiple conservation organizations. Rachelle is a certified Wilderness First Responder, and often spends her summers as a Wilderness Guide in Yellowstone National Park. When not gear testing or writing, you can likely find her hunting, hiking, fishing, and cooking wild game with her two children.

Title: Editor, Hunt & Fish
Email: rschrute@gearjunkie.com
Location: Montana
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Expertise

  • Topics of Expertise: Hunting, Fishing, Conservation, National Parks, Camping, Hiking, Outdoor Gear
  • Years in Expertise: 20+

Education & Certifications

  • Education: Biological & Biomedical Science, University of Montana Western. Biology, University of Montana
  • Years of Writing: 15+
  • Certifications: WFR, CPR
  • Awards & Recognitions: 2024 Best Gear Story, Outdoor Media Summit

A Word from Rachelle Schrute

As a hunter and angler born and raised in Montana, I have the honor of doing what I love and calling it work. Whether I’m testing new hunting gear in the backcountry, scouting elk for the upcoming season, chasing trout with the latest fish stick, or covering conservation and policy news, there’s nowhere I’d rather be and nothing I’d rather be doing.

My interests include hunting, fishing, eating, wild game cooking, camping, eating, gardening, backpacking, conservation, eating, and live music of every conceivable genre.


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