In Virginia, 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 Virginia:
- There are no requirements for hunting or freshwater fishing. There is a licensing requirement for saltwater fishing guide. Contact Virginia Marine Resource Commission at 757-247-2200 or http://www.mrc.virginia.gov/
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 Virginia:
- There are no requirements for hunting or freshwater fishing. There is a licensing requirement for saltwater fishing guide. Contact Virginia Marine Resource Commission at 757-247-2200 or http://www.mrc.virginia.gov/
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: Virginia Department of Game and Inland Fisheries
Website: http://www.dgif.virginia.gov/hunting/
Phone Number: (508) 389-6300
Email Address: CustomerService@dgif.virginia.gov