Kenneth De Ronde
Marfa
Summary
Seasoned Hunting Guide with comprehensive knowledge of wildlife behavior, outdoor survival skills, and hunting regulations. Equipped with ability to manage and book hunts and guide others in safe hunting practices while maintaining respect for nature. Demonstrated success in ensuring client safety and satisfaction, as well as conservation of local ecosystems. Skilled at navigating varied terrain types and weather conditions, fostering positive relationships with clients, and promoting ethical hunting methods.
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
Work History
Hunting Guide
Cibolo Creek Ranch
Marfa
05.2021 - Current
- Guided clients through hunting terrain while ensuring safety and compliance.
- Prepared and maintained hunting equipment for optimal performance during excursions.
- Assisted in wildlife management efforts on the ranch to maintain healthy ecosystems.
- Fostered strong relationships with clients, enhancing their overall experience at the ranch.
- Lead scouting missions to identify potential hunting sites based on wildlife population estimates and seasonal movements.
- Established a variety of bait stations to attract game animals for guided hunts.
- Assisted with tracking wounded game by following blood trails or other signs.
- Provided guidance to clients in selecting appropriate firearms, ammunition, and clothing items.
- Conducted post-hunt field dressing of harvested animals for transport back to camp or lodge.
- Contributed ideas towards improving operational efficiency within the guiding business.
Ranch Hand /Hunting Guide
Davis rockpile ranch
Fort Davis
10.2021 - 09.2024
- Operated and maintained ranch equipment for daily operations.
- Assisted with feeding and caring for livestock on a regular schedule.
- Managed pasture rotation to optimize grazing for cattle and horses.
- Supported fencing repairs and construction to secure ranch boundaries.
- Cared for livestock and monitored health and living spaces.
- Provided water, food, vaccinations, and healthcare for livestock.
- Assisted with branding activities during calving season.
- Guided clients through hunting expeditions in diverse terrains and conditions.
- Provided expert knowledge on local wildlife and hunting regulations.
- Maintained and operated hunting equipment and gear efficiently.
- Assisted in tracking and locating game using various techniques.
- Lead scouting missions to identify potential hunting sites based on wildlife population estimates and seasonal movements.
- Established a variety of bait stations to attract game animals for guided hunts.
- Assisted with tracking wounded game by following blood trails or other signs.
Ranch Foreman
Newberry ranches of Texas
Kennedy
05.2015 - 05.2019
- Supervised daily ranch operations and coordinated livestock management.
- Cared for exotic game such as oryx, axis, sable, gemsbok and Cape Buffalo.
- Guided hunts for exotics and whitetail deer.
- Maintained equipment and facilities to ensure optimal functionality.
- Operated heavy equipment and maintained roads.
- Scheduled feeding and care routines for cattle and exotics.
- Monitored pasture conditions and managed grazing patterns effectively.
- Ensured that all necessary supplies were available at all times.
- Conducted regular assessments of ranch lands to identify areas needing improvement or repair.
- Directed and supervised daily activities of workers engaged in maintaining, feeding, and caring for livestock.
- Organized work schedules for employees; delegated tasks appropriately to maximize efficiency.
- Assisted in the selection and training of new personnel; provided ongoing mentoring when needed.
- Maintained fences, gates and other corral structures; coordinated maintenance projects with contractors as needed.
- Responded quickly to emergency situations involving animals or personnel on the ranch.
- Monitored health and welfare of animals; administered appropriate treatments as required.
- Provided guidance to staff on animal care techniques, safety procedures, and proper use of equipment.
- Worked with owner to determine ranch needs.
- Inspected facilities and equipment for signs of disrepair, performing necessary maintenance work.
- Conducted or supervised stock examinations to identify diseases or parasites.
- Collaborated closely with team members to achieve project objectives and meet deadlines.
Ranch Foreman
Non-typical ranch
Bronte
05.2006 - 06.2015
- Supervised daily ranch operations and coordinated whitetail deer management.
- Maintained equipment and facilities to ensure optimal functionality.
- Scheduled feeding and care routines for whitetail deer
- Managed inventory of feed, supplies, and equipment for efficiency.
- Collaborated with team members to resolve operational challenges promptly.
- Conducted regular assessments of ranch lands to identify areas needing improvement or repair.
- Directed and supervised daily activities of workers engaged in maintaining, feeding, and caring for whitetail deer.
- Organized work schedules for employees; delegated tasks appropriately to maximize efficiency.
- Inspected ranch facilities to ensure compliance with applicable regulations and standards.
- Assisted in the selection and training of new personnel; provided ongoing mentoring when needed.
- Built and maintained fences, gates and other corral structures for high fence facility. Coordinated maintenance projects with contractors as needed.
- Help to dart,score and transport whitetail stocker bucks to high fence ranches.
- Monitored health and welfare of whitetail deer; administered appropriate treatments as required.
- Provided guidance to staff on whitetail deer care techniques, safety procedures, and proper use of equipment.
- Directed efficient crop production to maximize food plots for whitetail deer.
- Inspected facilities and equipment for signs of disrepair, performing necessary maintenance work.
Skills
- Wildlife management
- Hunting regulations
- Equipment maintenance
- Client education
- Scouting techniques
- Problem solving
- Customer relationship management
- Tracking techniques
- Shooting accuracy
- Physical fitness
- Firearm safety
- Animal behavior
- Hunt planning
- Field dressing
- Client communication
- Wildlife identification
- Survival skills
- Crisis management
- Stress tolerance
- Customer relationship
- Problem-solving
- Adaptability and flexibility
- Safety procedures
- Teamwork
- Multitasking Abilities
- Quality assurance
- Reliability
- Professionalism
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Ranch Hand /Hunting Guide
Davis rockpile ranch
10.2021 - 09.2024
Hunting Guide
Cibolo Creek Ranch
05.2021 - Current
Ranch Foreman
Newberry ranches of Texas
05.2015 - 05.2019
Ranch Foreman
Non-typical ranch
05.2006 - 06.2015