Chuck Elder - Owner/Operator/Guide

Chuck started James Creek Outfitters in 1996 and has been guiding ever since.  Chuck has been hunting fowl for 35 years.  He credits his love for the sport to his Dad who always had time to take him hunting when he was growing up.  Chuck is a Retired Army Infantry Officer and also a Registered Respiratory Therapist when he is not hunting or guiding.  Depending on scheduling, you may hunt with Chuck or one of the guides listed here on this page. Email to get information or coordinate your hunt that is already booked.

Chuck@JamesCreekOutfitters

Sarah Elder / Office Manager

Sarah, Chuck's wife, is the Office Manager for JCO.  A self proclaimed "geek", Sarah takes care of all the paperwork and computer issues for JCO.  You will more than likely talk to her during the hunting seasons if you call the office.  Sarah is a Registered Sleep Therapist and loves to fish.  She's not too bad with a shotgun either!  To discuss booking openings, newsletter data and marketing issues, contact Sarah at

Sarah@JamesCreekOutfitters

Bill Kaufell / Guide

"Willy" is an adept waterfowler and just a fun guy to be around.  He has an energy and wit about him that was one of the primary factors in his selection to guide for JCO.  Bill is married with 3 daughters and he is a Sound Engineer in his "real job".  Bill keeps tabs on the Lower Juniata River, and parts of the Susquehanna for bird activity.  Your party may be assigned to Bill for Ducks, Canadas or Snows. You can contact Bill directly if assigned to him at

Bill@JamesCreekOutfitters

Phil Sauger / Guide

"Bones" is our eyes and ears in the Lebanon County area near Middle Creek Wildlife Management Area.  Phil guides for Canadas and Snows and has become very proficient at the Snow Goose hunting - a game not easily learned.  Phil is single and works as a Logistics Technician as a full time vocation.  Phil will talk your ear off about two of his other outdoor pursuits; archery deer hunting and striper fishing.
You can contact Bones directly at

Phil@JamesCreekOutfitters

Tom Yocum / Guide

Tom is an avid outdoorsman and waterfowler and enjoys everything from
Archery hunting for Whitetails to Ice fishing. His favorite activity is
pursuing the ducks and geese in the streams, ponds, wetlands and tributaries
that make up the Juniata River drainage in the central part of the state.
While not hunting or working as a professional in the environmental field,
he enjoys spending time with his wife and two daughters. Your party may be
assigned to Tom for ducks or geese. You can contact Tom directly at...

Tom@JamesCreekOutfitters