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Description
Outdoor sport and recreational guides organize and conduct trips or expeditions for sports enthusiasts, adventurers, tourists and resort guests. They are employed by private companies and resorts or may be self-employed.
Job Titles
- Canoeing guide
- Dude wrangler
- Fishing guide
- Hot air balloonist
- Hunting guide
- Mountain climbing guide
- Outdoor guide
- Outfitter
- Rafting guide
Main Duties
- Plan itinerary for trip or expedition and arrange transportation or transport individuals or group to site
- Assemble and inspect necessary equipment and supplies, such as camping gear, hot air balloon, rafts, life jackets, fishing tackle and food
- Lead or escort individuals or groups and advise on safety and emergency measures, techniques and the use of equipment
- Provide instruction for activities such as canoeing, rafting and mountain climbing
- Advise on specific laws and regulations for activities such as hunting, fishing and boating
- Follow environmental guidelines and prevent violations
- Provide first aid in emergency situations
- May prepare meals for group and set up camp.
Workplaces
- Private companies and resorts
- Self-employment
Skills
- Coordinating
- Social Perceptiveness
- Critical Thinking
- Decision Making
- Evaluation
Abilities
- Body Flexibility
- Depth Perception
- Dynamic Strength
- Gross Body Coordination
- Gross Body Equilibrium
Personal Attributes
- Collaboration
- Social Orientation
- Adaptability
- Analytical Thinking
- Attention to Detail
Similar Occupations
- Program leaders and instructors in recreation, sport and fitness (54100)
- Tour and travel guides (64320)
Source: OaSIS
Employment Outlook
An employment outlook has not been assigned due to low levels of employment for this occupation in PEI.
Source: Job Bank
Prevailing Wages
AREA | LOW | MEDIAN | HIGH |
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PEI | N/A | N/A | N/A |
Canada | $15.00 | $18.50 | $25.00 |
Training
TRAINING PROGRAM | INSTITUTION | CREDENTIAL |
---|---|---|
Sport and Recreation Management | Holland College | Diploma |
More Info
View the full occupational profile with details on work characteristics, interests, employment requirements and more on the Occupational and Skills Information System (OaSIS) website.
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