In Michigan, 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 Michigan:
- Vessels to Carry Passengers for Hire permit
- Click to view the Michigan FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS For commercial guides received from the Michigan DNR
- Michigan Guide Permit Example
- Contact: reitzc@michigan.gov for the documents and information.
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 Michigan:
- Click to view the Michigan FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS For commercial guides received from the Michigan DNR
- Hunting guide application and permit required, the permit is free. Contact: reitzc@michigan.gov for the documents and information.
- Michigan Guide Permit Example
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: Michigan Department of Natural Resources
Website: http://www.michigan.gov/dnr/
Phone Number: 517-284-9453
Email Address: DNR-Wildlife@michigan.gov