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Outdoor Adventure Guides direct, instruct and guide individuals and groups
in outdoor adventure activities such as bungy jumping, fishing and hunting,
mountaineering, trekking and whitewater rafting.
Outdoor Adventure Guides plan, guide and coach groups and individuals in outdoor adventure activities. They may specialise in one particular activity or offer a variety of activities for clients. They must be able to instruct clients in outdoor adventure activities, ensuring the safety of the entire group. ANZSCO ID: 452215
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(Source: Scouts Australia) Duties and Tasks
Working conditions Outdoor Adventure Guides typically work varied schedules based on private group needs or on establishment hours of operation. They may be required to travel overnight guiding long trips and weekends when clients come to do adventure activities. They spend long hours outdoors and should be familiar with outdoor safety and natural conditions.
Education and training/entrance requirements You can work as an Outdoor Adventure Guide without formal qualifications. However, relevant experience is often required. Some on the job training may be provided. A course in outdoor recreation might be helpful.
Bungy Jump Masters direct, supervise and control bungy jumping
activities for individuals.
Alternative names: Bungee Jumping Master, Knowledge, skills and attributes
Duties and Tasks
Tools and technologies A bungee jump almost entirely consists of an elastic rope, which is actually a braided shock cord, tied to the ankle of the jumper. Most bungee cords are made from natural rubber (used due to its elasticity). Two types of harness are used for a bungee jump – a leg harness, which is joined to the cord, and a body harness (back-up for the ankle attachment, for safety purposes).
Education and training/entrance requirements
Fishing Guides plan, organise and provide guided fishing trips for individuals or groups. Guiding takes more than passion and skill for fishing. A talented angler understands fish. A talented guide understands fish and people. The latter tends to be more complicated than the former. Most clients expect to catch fish, or at least have opportunities, but not all measure a day’s success by body count. Many guests experience truly sublime appreciation for a fishing day through wildlife sightings, picturesque scenery, acquisition of new skills and camaraderie. More often than not, that appreciation and joy comes from the deft but subtle capacity of their guide to communicate effectively what needs to be done. She helps them achieve that sense of peace and satisfaction, regardless of how many times the net gets wet. Tense interactions will spoil a day on the water as fast as a poorly tied knot, and not all guests are experienced, skilled or likeable. A day on the water with someone who’s desperate to get a photo of a trophy fish makes for a stressful day, especially when the fish aren’t actively feeding or the angler’s expectations exceed their ability. A good guide knows how to diffuse tense situations—when to speak or be quiet, offer advice, or stop the madness with a beautiful shoreside lunch. Much of a guide’s ability to handle a season’s highs and lows depends on their capacity to remain cool under pressure and scrutiny. Confidence is central to guiding success. ANZSCO ID: 452212 Specialisations: Fly Fishing Guide, Ocean Fishing Guide, Angler Master, Certified Casting Instructor [Fly Fishing], Knowledge, skills and attributes
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Education and training/entrance requirements
Hunting Guides plan, organise and provide guided hunting trips for individuals or groups. ANZSCO ID: 452213 Knowledge, skills and attributes
Duties and Tasks
Hunting experience is needed to work as a Hunting Guide. Formal qualifications might be useful but aren't essential. A course in outdoor recreation might be helpful.
Mountain or Glacier Guides plan, organise and provide guided trips for
individuals or groups on mountains or glaciers.
Specialisations: Climbing Guide, Ski Guide. Knowledge, skills and attributes
(Source: 100% Pure NZ) Duties and Tasks
Tools and technologies
Mountain guides should have
tools like ice axe, crampons, rope, climbing anchor systems,
and, avalanche beacons.
Education and training/entrance requirements
Outdoor Adventure Instructors provide adventure-based experiential education
in outdoor adventure and bushcraft. ANZSCO ID: 452215 Alternative names: Outdoor Adventure LeaderSpecialisations include: Abseiling Instructor, Adventure Challenge Instructor, Hang-gliding Instructor, Outdoor Education Teacher, Outdoor Pursuits Instructor, Paragliding Instructor, Rock Climbing Instructor
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Working conditions
Outdoor adventure instructors work in a variety of locations, depending on the type of activities they run. They work outdoors in bushland areas instructing activities on rock faces, in caves and down mountain tracks, or on rivers, lakes and at sea. They may also work indoors using climbing walls. Instructors work varied hours including weekends, evenings and overnight on camps. Work is often seasonal and dependent on suitable weather conditions. Tools and technologies Outdoor adventure instructors use a range of gear including maps, diagrams, bicycles, canoes and rafts. Protective equipment such as ropes, harnesses, life jackets and safety helmets are used to minimise accidents and prevent injury. On overnight tours they may need to use navigation and cooking equipment. Education and training/entrance requirements It is possible to work as an outdoor adventure instructor without any formal qualifications, and get training on the job. However entry into this occupation may be improved by obtaining a qualification in outdoor recreation or a related area. Previous experience in the outdoors or adventure activities may improve your employment prospects. The Certificate III in Outdoor Recreation is offered at registered training organisations in Australia.
You can also undertake a traineeship in outdoor
recreation (levels 3 or 4). The outdoor recreation traineeships usually take
24 months to complete.
Trekking Guides plan, organise and provide guided bushwalking and trekking trips for individuals or groups.
ANZSCO ID: 452216
Duties and Tasks
Education and training/entrance requirements
Whitewater Rafting Guides plan, organise and provide guided rafting and
kayaking trips for individuals or groups on whitewater rivers.
Rafting activities usually involve the movement of
participants down a river on inflatable craft of various sizes, designed
for more than two people. Many rafts have the capacity and bouyancy to
carry equipment for extended journeys. Typically, rafting activites
involve travelling on rivers where the gradient fall is sufficient to
create white water, and may involve travelling through gorges.
ANZSCO ID: 452217
Knowledge, skills and attributes
Knowledge of safety rules and procedures
Knowledge of first aid
Knowledge of the natural environment and history of area and the
ability share this knowledge with guests.
A clear understanding of white water
Experience of navigated rafts in Class I-V whitewater
Large groups skills are essential to effectively manage teams
Knowledge of food preparation
Ability to orchestrate all day rafting trips including knowing what
to pack for the day eg. medical kits
Duties and Tasks
Meets members of a tour on arrival and makes introductions.
Organises and supervises groups involved in white-water rafting
outdoor adventures.
Sets up and maintains equipment, and ensures that equipment is safe
and in working condition.
Demonstrates and provides instruction in the use of equipment and
techniques required for participation.
Provides advice on safety measures, and ensures that activities are
conducted in a manner to minimise risk to participants.
Responds to emergencies by providing first aid assistance and takes
appropriate further action if required.
Answers questions and advises on local interest points within a
specific region.
Must consider the consequences of unpredicted delays (due to
capsizes or craft repairs), time for rest periods, and how changes
in river levels will affect rapid grades.
Must be familiar with the changeable nature of the river, hazards
such as snags and fallen trees, the grading of each rapid (including
potential changes in grades with varying water levels), portages and
their distances, and
the approximate time that will be required for the activity.
May maintain written reports of daily activities and carry out other
administrative work.
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Material sourced from
Jobs & Skills WA [Recreation Officer; Outdoor Adventure Instructor; ] ; Good Universities Guide [Outdoor Adventure Leader; ]; Open Universities [Outdoor Adventure Guide; ] Adventure Nation [Bungee Jumping; ] Occupation Wild [Bungee America; ] Zippa [Fishing Guide; ] The Meat Eater [So you want to be a fishing guide; ] Education Victoria [Outdoor Raft; ] Your Career [Bungy Jump Master; Fishing Guide; Hunting Guide; Mountain & Glacier Guide; Outdoor Adventure Instructor; Trekking Guide; Whitewater Rafting Guide; Other Outdoor Adventure Guide; Outdoor Adventure Guide] ;
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