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River Rafting Guide

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Most states don't require formal exams for river guides, although many guides are registered with state agencies. Registration signifies that guides underwent an apprenticeship and passed a rigorous examination.

Guides often learn from other guides. Some rafting companies offer schools -- short, intensive courses that prepare students to take local or state guide exams or to go directly to work on a river.

Guide Bob Meister makes it sound pretty easy to get into guiding, as long as you have some basic safety certification. "Anybody can become a guide. All they need is a first aid card and a CPR card," he says. Check with your local guides register or parks division to verify the requirements specific to your state.

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  • 1-800-GO-TO-XAP (1-800-468-6927)
    From outside the U.S., please call +1 (424) 750-3900
  • North Dakota Career Resource Network
    ndcrn@nd.gov | (701) 328-9733

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