Mule Deer Foundation with Regional Director Eric Martinez

Eric Martinez Mule Deer Foundation

Eric is a Colorado native and grew up camping, fishing, and hunting throughout Colorado. He found his love for hunting through a close upbringing with his uncle who helped to instill the values of conservation and service at a young age.

Eric began his studies at Monterey Peninsula College (CA) as a member of the baseball team before finishing with a degree in history and a minor in environmental science from Metropolitan State University of Denver, followed by a master’s degree from the University of Colorado, Colorado Springs.

Prior to joining MDF, Eric spent time as a middle school social studies teacher and volunteering as a board member with the Colorado Bowhunters Association (CBA), serving in many different roles including Banquet Co-Chair, Big Game Director, and Vice Chair of Operations. 

Eric lives in southern Colorado with his wife Amber,

daughter Katie Jayne, and their hound dog Cochise. When he’s not chasing mule

deer, Eric enjoys cooking, golfing, fishing, and traveling with his family.