In North Carolina, 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 North Carolina:
- You do not need to take any classes or training to purchase the hunt/fish guide license. The licenses can be purchased through the website ncwildlife.org, through a local Wildlife Service Agent, or over the phone by calling the license section at 1 888-248-6834.
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 North Carolina:
- You do not need to take any classes or training to purchase the hunt/fish guide license. The licenses can be purchased through the website ncwildlife.org, through a local Wildlife Service Agent, or over the phone by calling the license section at 1 888-248-6834.
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: North Carolina Wildlife Resources Commission
Website: http://www.ncwildlife.org/
Phone Number: 1 888-248-6834
Email Address: licenses@ncwildlife.org