In Kentucky, 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 Kentucky:
- All Commercial Licenses are sold and issued through the Kentucky Department of Fish and Wildlife Frankfort Office. Print and fill out the appropriate form below. Please allow 2-3 weeks for processing. Call 1-800-858-1549 for more information. http://fw.ky.gov/Licenses/Pages/Commercial-Licenses.aspx
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 Kentucky:
- All Commercial Licenses are sold and issued through the Kentucky Department of Fish and Wildlife Frankfort Office. Print and fill out the appropriate form below. Please allow 2-3 weeks for processing. Call 1-800-858-1549 for more information. http://fw.ky.gov/Licenses/Pages/Commercial-Licenses.aspx
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: Kentucky Department of Fish and Wildlife Resources
Website: http://fw.ky.gov/Licenses/Pages/Commercial-Licenses.aspx
Phone Number: 800-858-1549
Email Address: info.center@ky.gov