In Oklahoma, 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 Oklahoma:
- There are no required trainings but you can save on your guide license if you have Coast Guard Mariner credentials. You can find more details on pages 2 and 4 of the fishing guide: http://www.wildlifedepartment.com/laws_regs/fishingguide.htm
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 Oklahoma:
- There are no required trainings but you can save on your guide license if you have Coast Guard Mariner credentials. You can find more details on pages 2 and 4 of the fishing guide: http://www.wildlifedepartment.com/laws_regs/fishingguide.htm
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: Oklahoma Department of Wildlife Conservation
Website: http://www.wildlifedepartment.com/
Phone Number: (405) 521-3851
Email Address: