Outdoor Sport and Recreational Guides

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Organize and conduct trips or expeditions for sports enthusiasts, adventurers, tourists and resort guests

Outlook

Not Available

Wage

Low: $14.15
Median: $15.00
High: $22.00

Training

  • Knowledge of a particular terrain or body of water, demonstrated ability in the guided activity and relevant licences are required for employment in this group.
  • Hot air balloon pilots require completion of 10 hours of ground school, 16 hours of pilot-in-command experience and federal licensure.
  • Certification in first aid and CPR (cardiopulmonary resuscitation) may be required.
  • Hunting guide is a regulated profession in Manitoba. It is regulated by the Wildlife Branch of the Manitoba government which states that a hunting guide licence is required if it is your intention to guide for hunting purposes where there is compensation or reward. They require that the hunter has completed a hunter education course, taken an examination, as well as a first aid certification.

Places of Employment

Private companies and resorts, or they may be self-employed

Regulated

Yes

Regulated Occupation Name

Hunting Guide

Regulated Authority