Arizona & New Mexico’s Top-Rated Big Game Hunting Guides
Meet Your AZ & NM Big Game Field Team
At LRO, your comfort and confidence are our top priorities. Every guide is an exclusive member of our team—hand‑picked, rigorously vetted, and trained alongside a senior guide before leading clients solo. All guides are certified in field emergency care and follow a strict LRO Code of Conduct. We demand nothing less than excellence in professionalism and safety, so you can focus on the thrill of the hunt knowing you’re in expert hands.
Kelly Kirby – Owner / Lead Guide
Kelly Kirby is the Owner and Lead Guide at LunaRita Outfitters, blending decades of outdoor passion with expert skills to craft premier hunting adventures.
- Georgia Roots & Arizona Obsession – Grew up hunting and fishing in northwest Georgia; relocated to Arizona in 1998, fueling his upland obsession.
- Safety & Discipline – Over 28 years in emergency medicine, search & rescue, and law enforcement; certified Paramedic ensuring every hunt is safe and professional.
- Javelina Specialist – Mastered tracking, wind‑reading, and calling techniques to deliver unmatched javelina hunts.
- Big‑Game Expertise – Guides pronghorn antelope in New Mexico and assists on Coues whitetail hunts across Arizona.
- Field Team Leaders – Supported by Clyde and Rob, LunaRita’s big‑game masters, for unbeatable in‑field expertise.
Clyde – Primary Big Game Guide
Clyde is LRO’s primary big game guide, blending generational New Mexico expertise with years of Arizona terrain mastery.
- New Mexico Roots – Born near Truth or Consequences, NM, learning guiding from his father of 30+ years.
- Trophy Harvests – Successful in elk, mule deer, Coues whitetail, and antelope hunts.
- Calling & Tracking – Expert in turkey and predator calling for thrilling field experiences.
- Arizona Transition – Moved to Arizona in 2007, mastering archery and muzzleloader hunts.
- LRO Veteran – Joined LRO in 2019, leading trophy hunts with unmatched expertise, passion.
Rob Kiernan – Big Game Guide
Rob Kiernan has guided Arizona big game hunts since 2020, drawing on his passion for the outdoors and professional background.
- Arizona Resident – Living here since 1998 with avid big game hunting experience.
- Federal Law Enforcement Agent – Ensures safe, compliant hunts across diverse terrain.
- Certified EMT – Nationally accredited Emergency Medical Technician ready for field emergencies.
- Firearms Instructor – Federally certified to provide expert weapons guidance.
- Pistol Instructor – NRA‑certified for safety and precision training.