In Nevada, 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 Nevada:
- Application and license required to become a guide visit: http://www.ndow.org/Hunt/Resources/Guides/ and view the “Become a Guide” section.
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 Nevada:
- Application and license required to become a guide visit: http://www.ndow.org/Hunt/Resources/Guides/ and view the “Become a Guide” section.
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: Nevada Department of Wildlife
Website: http://www.ndow.org/Hunt/Resources/Guides/
Phone Number: (775) 688-1500
Email Address: ndowinfo@ndow.org