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Hunting and Fishing Guides
License Description Applicants for a Master Guide's license must: 1) Be at least 21 years old and of good moral character. 2) Pass the appropriate written test (hunting and/or fishing). 3) Submit proof of current first aid certification (Red Cross or as approved by the Department). 4) Obtain the required insurance and authorize a credit check. 5) Meet the experience and training requirements*. * There are three combinations of training and/or prior experience (as a subguide, or as a master guide, professional guide, registered guide or outfitter in another state or foreign country) that fulfill this requirement. Additional Requirements: 6) Hunting guide applicants must submit proof of successful completion of a hunting safety course. 7) Fishing guide applicants who will be using a boat must submit proof of a Coast Guard license (if applicable for the body of water they will be guiding on - Lake Tahoe or the Colorado River) or proof of passing the Nevada boating safety exam. Applicants for a Subguide license must be at least 18 years old, meet requirements 2 and 3, and provide verification of the master guide(s) they will be working for. Additional Requirements 6 and 7, relating to hunter and boater safety, also apply to Subguides. The application period is May 1st - June 30th each year. Fees may be subject to change. Fees are: Subguide application -- $50; Subguide license - $125 (residents) or $250 (nonresidents); Master Guide application --$1,500; Master Guide license -- $750 (residents) or $1,500 (nonresidents).
Licensing Agency
Department of Wildlife
Licensing Office
1100 Valley Road
Reno, 89512
(775) 688 1500
Active Status Active
Criminal Record No criminal record prohibitions
Education Specific course required
Exam State exam required
License Type Stand-alone license
License Updated 01/14/2016
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