Guide School and Training in Washington

In Washington, 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 Washington:

  • A driver’s license or other government-issued identification number and the jurisdiction of issuance;
  • A Unified Business Identifier (UBI) Number;
  • Proof of current first aid and CPR certification;
  • A certificate of insurance for commercial liability coverage of at least $300,000; and
  • An original or notarized copy of a valid license issued by the United States Coast Guard (USCG) if the applicant will carry passengers for hire on a motorized vessel in federally recognized navigable waters.
  • More info: wdfw.wa.gov/licensing/commercial/charter_guides.html

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 Washington:

  • No regulations or certifications noted to become a guide at this time.

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: Washington Department of Fish and Wildlife

Website: http://wdfw.wa.gov/

Phone Number: 360 902-2200

Email Address: licensing@dfw.wa.gov

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