License: Licensed Outdoor Guide

A NYS Licensed Guide is a person who offers services for hire which include directing, instructing or aiding another in fishing, hunting, camping, hiking, whitewater rafting, canoeing or kayaking and rock/ice climbing. All persons in the business of guiding on all lands and waters of the state shall possess a license issued by the NYS Department of Environmental Conservation.

  • Stand-alone license
  • State exam required
  • No education required
  • No experience required
  • No criminal record requirements
License information updated 03/11/2021