In Delaware, our research showed the below requirements to become a hunting guide or fishing guide. Before operating as a guide ensure that you contact your states wildlife agency directly to verify all requirements.
*Always ensure that you and your clients have the necessary hunting and fishing licenses for the game you will be pursuing.
Basic requirements for Fishing Guide Jobs in Delaware:
- Must be at least 18 years old
- Must have business license
- Must purchase guide license for $300 which can be purchased anywhere where licenses are sold.
Other Fishing Guide Requirements that May Be Helpful:
- Driver’s License
- Good communication skills
- Well organized
- Ability to work with diverse groups of clients
- Willingness to teach others effective fishing techniques
- Outdoor survival and first aid skills
- Swimming skills
- Good physical fitness
Basic requirements for Hunting Guide Jobs in Delaware:
- Must be at least 18 years old
- Must have business license
- Must have appropriate hunting license
- Must have hunters education course
- Must purchase guide license for $300 which can be purchased anywhere where licenses are sold.
Other Hunting Guide Requirements that May Be Helpful:
- Driver’s License
- Good communication skills
- Well organized
- Ability to work with diverse groups of clients
- Willingness to teach others effective hunting techniques
- Outdoor survival and first aid skills
- Firearm safety skills
- Good physical fitness
State Wildlife Agency Contact:
Agency Name: Delaware Division of Fish & Wildlife
Website: http://www.dnrec.delaware.gov/fw/Pages/ContactUs.aspx
Phone Number: 302-739-9918
Email Address: candace.dunning@state.de.us