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Patriot Rail

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Shoot Smart

PT Range Guide I - Benbrook

Benbrook, TX · On-site

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Shoot Smart

PT Range Guide I - Benbrook

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Range Guide I - Benbrook Part Time Shoot Smart is a family-owned business with four awesome locations across the Metroplex. Since 2011, Shoot Smart has been Benbrook's premier shooting range. We're ...

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How much do hourly fishing guide jobs pay per hour?

As of Aug 10, 2026, the average hourly pay for hourly fishing guide in the United States is $19.71, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $13.70 and $19.95 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What are some common challenges hourly fishing guides face during a typical day on the water?

Hourly Fishing Guides often encounter varying weather conditions and fluctuating fish activity, which can make it challenging to consistently provide clients with a rewarding experience. They must adapt their strategies quickly, maintain safety standards, and ensure guests are comfortable and engaged regardless of the day's circumstances. Guides also manage equipment, troubleshoot technical issues, and balance customer service with educating clients about local fish species and conservation practices. Strong communication skills and a calm demeanor are essential for navigating these daily challenges.

What does an hourly fishing guide do?

An hourly fishing guide is a professional who assists clients on fishing trips, providing expertise, equipment, and knowledge of local fishing spots for a set hourly rate. Their responsibilities include teaching fishing techniques, ensuring the safety of participants, navigating waterways, and helping anglers comply with local regulations. Guides often supply gear, bait, and sometimes even arrange transportation, making the fishing experience enjoyable and successful for clients of all skill levels.

What is the difference between Hourly Fishing Guide vs Daily Fishing Guide?

AspectHourly Fishing GuideDaily Fishing Guide
Work HoursTypically paid by the hour, flexible schedulingPaid for a full day, usually 8 hours or more
CertificationsRequired fishing licenses, safety certificationsSame as hourly guide, often the same certifications
Work EnvironmentOn boats, lakes, rivers, outdoor settingsSame as hourly guide, often on the same water bodies
Employer UsageFreelance or part-time guides, tour companiesTour operators, fishing charter companies

Both Hourly Fishing Guides and Daily Fishing Guides work in outdoor water environments and require similar certifications. The main difference lies in payment structure and scheduling: hourly guides offer flexible, pay-per-hour services, while daily guides work full days for a set rate. The choice depends on your preferred work hours and client engagement style.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as an hourly fishing guide, and why are they important?

To thrive as an Hourly Fishing Guide, you need in-depth knowledge of local fish species, fishing techniques, water safety, and typically a relevant boating or fishing license. Familiarity with GPS navigation, fish-finding sonars, and boat operation is often required. Strong interpersonal skills, patience, and the ability to teach or entertain clients set outstanding guides apart. These skills are crucial to ensure client safety, provide an enjoyable and educational experience, and build a positive reputation for repeat business.
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ATV Adventure Guide

Denali Park Adventures

Denali National Park, AK • On-site

$16/hr

Full-time

Re-posted 10 days ago

Job description

Do you find yourself daydreaming about a life filled with access to adventure? A job that introduces you to travelers from across the planet? Denali is a hub for a person like you, and Denali ATV Adventures is one of the most exciting seasonal jobs through which to experience it!

Equal parts performer, educator, and outdoor enthusiast, the Denali ATV Adventure Guide requires big personalities, a thirst for curiosity, and a lifestyle spent saturated in nature. Denali ATV Adventure Guides are tasked with connecting our guests to the rugged backcountry of the Denali area and all the majesty that accompanies it. Our tours cut through the stampede corridor, an area speckled in mountainous landscapes, twisting trails through aspen groves, and river crossings. The main traits youll need to be a Denali ATV Adventure Guide are an outgoing and amiable disposition, an active interest in Alaska, and a passion for bringing people memorable experiences. If this sounds like you, we would love to hear from you!

Key Responsibilities and Accountabilities:

  • Directly engage with guests for the entire shift.
  • Required to lead guests into the wilderness and through our trail systems by safely navigating the terrain and obstacles. Help novice drivers understand how to operate an ATV.
  • Required to speak in front of large groups of guests, informing them on the sights they are seeing and entertaining them. The ability to hold a conversation with a stranger for several minutes is a crucial aspect of this position.
  • Speak knowledgeably about the area, providing facts and answers to guests questions. We will provide you with a foundation of knowledge, but it is imperative that you show a curiosity and interest in continuing to learn about Alaska. The more you know, the more confident you can be as a leader on tour.
  • Sometimes be required to make difficult judgment calls for the safety of our guests. This can include switching guests to an alternate unit, recognizing trail conditions and adapting quickly, and being mindful of the tour pacing.
  • The workday goes from 8 am until midnight during our busy season and include on call shifts.
  • You will be dirty and wet on the job more often than not. The position requires you to be comfortable and prepared for all weather, including rain, snow, fog, thunderstorms, the byproducts of wildfires, as well as sunshine. It is important that you understand what it takes to work in these conditions, as weather is a constant factor in our work.
  • Basic understanding of the mechanical aspects of the ATVs is required, in order to help point out maintenance needs as they occur.
  • This job requires First Aid and CPR certifications. You are not required to be a first responder, but you will need to be able to keep a level head during emergency medical situations.
  • Daily list of duties will include power washing, drying, fueling, and parking ATVs. Additionally, you will be required to clean helmets, goggles and gloves.
  • Required to perform trail maintenance. This is manual labor with tools such as pickaxes, shovels, and rakes.
  • Flexible with your schedule and take things in stride, especially during the peak season. Overtime, private tours, and long work weeks may be necessary.
  • Most importantly it is your job to keep our guest safe and happy. Being a good presenter, being engaging, excited, and knowledgeable is what makes you thrive here. We expect that your enthusiasm stays consistent throughout the summer. Your excitement is contagious to our visitors.

Required Qualifications:

  • Clean driving record
  • 18 or older
  • Active interests in outdoor hobbies
  • Ability to lift 50lbs. repeatedly
  • A healthy back
  • Willingness to work in all weather
  • First Aid and CPR Certification
  • Friendly and Extroverted personality type

Pay: $16 ($14 hourly base wage + $2 per hour end of season bonus) + TIPS (tips will add at least $6-8/hour)

*Single Room Housing*

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