Opportunities for younger people who are fit and energetic and knowledgeable of the outdoor sport or recreation being undertaken. Education and Training Grade 12 is generally preferred. You should also have training and experience in all aspects involved with the activities you are leading, a knowledge of wilderness first aid, and certification or experience in the activities in which you engage, e.g., navigation, fishing laws, safe boating training, and the appropriate rescue methods. A driver's licence may be required. SuperHost certification, basic computer skills and another languages are assets, as is previous experience working with the public or in tourism.
Professional certification is available through a recognized hospitality industry educator.
Wages Wages ranges from minimum wage upwards. Pay tends to be slightly higher than for tour and travel guides. Often guides are self-employed. Trends Tourism is increasingly a year-round industry and opportunities in this sector will expand accordingly. The growing interest in adventure and eco-tourism will result in more opportunities in outdoor sport and recreation guides.