dooryder
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i am just wondering if any of you know what courses and stuff i would need to become a legit back country guide?
Back country snowmobile guide requirements?
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AST level 2, advanced first aid, wilderness survival, experience and a good insurance policy and waiver.
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Friend guided in revy..... Two things he mention is liability and better be ready to dig out some stuck sleds
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dooryder
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thats normal when i go riding anyways haha
You need a minimum CAA level 1 course perferably level 2, AST doesn't cut it. Also 80 hour wilderness first aid course. There is lots more to being a guide than just being a good rider. You either need to work for someone with tenure or apply for tenure yourself.
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As mentioned AST2 will NOT cut it for a guide. And as of next year as I understand it neither will a Level 1 Tech, you will need to be a CAA Level 2 to judge the safety of your workplace (as far as I currently understand the new worksafe changes)
Brad, you should really look into the NORE program offered by the college of new caledonia in Valemount.
Northern Outdoor Recreational and Ecotourism - Valemount
I believe it will run again this september and is a blast. Close to home for you, small class sizes, great instructors
and an awesome atmosphere to learn in. This course is how I got my start in adventure recreation. It will be a starting point for year round guiding from whitewater rafting, horses, fishing etc, to sledding etc in the winter. I teach the winter sled portion, its a blast !
Brad, you should really look into the NORE program offered by the college of new caledonia in Valemount.
Northern Outdoor Recreational and Ecotourism - Valemount
I believe it will run again this september and is a blast. Close to home for you, small class sizes, great instructors
and an awesome atmosphere to learn in. This course is how I got my start in adventure recreation. It will be a starting point for year round guiding from whitewater rafting, horses, fishing etc, to sledding etc in the winter. I teach the winter sled portion, its a blast !
kimrick
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Do not forget to have a tenour on the mountain you plan to guide.
Could find yourself in some legalitize..(Not sure that spelling. LOL!) I might be ff base here, but are you talking skiing or sledding?
Sledders and sking opererations have tenours! (probably wrong on that spelling also.)
Just my 2 cents.
Call Tourism BC for more info.
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yes, tenure was already mentioned above, so i didnt bring it up. A first timer would get his start under a lead guide and tenured op i would assume.
kimrick
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Absolutely!
Know I know how to spell Tenure!
Good luck and gods speed on your endevours!
Know I know how to spell Tenure!
Good luck and gods speed on your endevours!
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sounds....
LIKE ALOT OF WORK
LIKE ALOT OF WORK
Luke The Drifter
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It is, a lot more than most people would think.
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Also having a good, reliable sled is crucial too. Sounds pretty obvious but you gotta factor in the wear and tear and sometimes accidents that will add up pretty quick.
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well at least he tries to figure out a way to support his life
talk to rob from adrenaline tours in mcbride pretty sure he would answer you all the questions brad
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Insurance is a HUGE cost here in Ab. No matter what kind of liability forms you get written up...they fricken hose you 12 months of the year and you can't get seasonal coverage. Hate em 
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Ran Adrenaline for Rod last winter and I would recommend sitting down with Curtis as he has a larger knowledge of what you will need in our area. Rod is an amazing rider but for the book knowledge Curtis is really well versed and will be able to direct you on the right path... As mentioned before the Outdoor Rec program in Valemount would be a great start!!
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dooryder
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thanks for the info Curtis ill be looking into that.
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ok im a dumb mechanic so explain the tenure thing.
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Pretty much like buying a license to make money on crown land.
yeh but he was probably talking about other peoples too not just yours:d:d:d:d lolj/k
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