City tour guides also work under various weather conditions. Tour buses are often climate-controlled. However, many city tours involve walking and exposure to the weather. Guides may stand or walk for much of the day. Recreation work is seasonal, so many guides work at two jobs.
Some guides have enough knowledge to lead both summer and winter recreation trips.
Most recreation guides are expected to supply their own equipment. Although guides may enjoy hunting, fishing, and other activities, their job is to help their clients. Wages vary according to training, experience and location. Entry level wages may be lower. Pay varies with the workers level of responsibility, hours, specialty, and type of employer.