In New Jersey, 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 Guides in New Jersey:
- No regulations or certifications noted to become a guide but they do list guides on their website as a courtesy.
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 Guides in New Jersey:
- No regulations or certifications noted to become a guide but they do list guides on their website as a courtesy.
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 hunting techniques
- Outdoor survival and first aid skills
- Firearm safety skills
- Good physical fitness
State Wildlife Agency Contact:
Agency Name: New Jersey Division of Fish and Wildlife
Website: http://www.njfishandwildlife.com/
Phone Number: 609-292-2965
Email Address: njfishandwildlife@dep.nj.gov