Guiding is one of the most lucrative career opportunities for anglers looking to turn their passion into a career. Taking clients out on the water for a day of fishing is an excellent way to introduce the sport to new anglers, cover the costs of equipment and/or turn a profit.
A common misconception is that all guides are considered the best anglers on the water. This isn’t necessarily true, there are some incredibly talented anglers that are not successful guides. By contrast, there are some guides who are very successful but overall average anglers. Successful guides embody a variety of angling skills, people skills and business skills.
Fortunately, there are a wide variety of resources available to help anglers looking to become a guide build these skills. You can help prepare for a successful career as a guide by improving your angling skills, but most importantly your communication and business skills as well.
Learn More About a Guiding Career
Guiding takes a variety of fishing skills, communication skills and business skills. While experience is the best teacher, there are several tips to help you start your career on the right track. Learn more about how to be build your career as a fishing guide in Tips for Guiding Success.
Additional Resources for Prospective Fishing Guides
