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GUIDE, HUNTING AND FISHING

Description

Plan, organize, and conduct hunting and fishing trips for individuals and groups. Plan the itinerary for trips, applying knowledge of the countryside to determine best routes and sites. May arrange for transportation, instruct party members in laws or use of gear, prepare meals, care for animals, sell or rent equipment, administer first aid to the injured, and pilot airplanes or drive land or water vehicles.

Statute/Rules NH RSA 215; Administrative Rules Chapter Fis 1300 and Fis 1106.03
  
Regulatory Agency LAW ENFORCEMENT DIVISION
NH Fish and Game Department
11 Hazen Drive
Concord, New Hampshire 03301-6500
  
phone (603) 271-3127
fax (603) 271-8859
web wildlife.state.nh.us/Licensing/guide_guidelines.htm
contact person Secretary
e-mail law@wildlife.nh.gov
  

Licensure Requirements

  • Must be at least 18 years of age
  • Skilled in use, management, and handling of firearms, boats and canoes
  • Be safe and competent under all circumstances
  • Certified in both First Aid and CPR
  • Hunting guides must show proof of completing a Hunter's Safety Course
  • Possess a license for the species for which guiding is being done
  • Pass a written examination
  • Pass Criminal and Fish and Game record checks

Examination

  • Written examination required—administered through the Law Enforcement Division

Continuing Education

  • Not required

Fees

Resident hunting or fishing guide $59.50
Resident hunting or fishing guide, over age 65 $5.00
Non-resident hunting or fishing guide $200.50

Licenses expire on December 31 of each year

Reciprocity:  Not permitted

Residence/Citizenship:  New Hampshire residency is not required; US citizenship is required

Number of Active Licenses:  114

Standard Occupational Code (O*Net):  39-6022.00  Travel Guides

Further Information*
American Red Cross National Headquarters
2025 E Street, NW
Washington DC 20006
phone: (202) 303-4498
web: <www.redcross.org>

last revision: August 2007

*For reference only. This listing does not constitute an endorsement of any organization, and is subject to change.

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