Bungy Jump Master
Fishing Guide
Hunting Guide
Mountain & Glacier Guide
Outdoor Adventure Instructor
Recreation Officer
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Officer
Trekking Guide
Whitewater Rafting Guide
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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
Specialisations: Caving Guide, Cycle Touring Guide, Horse
Trekking Guide, Sea Kayaking Guide, and Skydiving Instructor.
Knowledge, skills and attributes
- Coordination Skills
- Critical Thinking Skills
- Physical Fitness
- Problem Solving Capabilities
- Time Management
(Source: Scouts Australia)
Duties and Tasks
- meeting members of a tour on arrival and making introductions
- organising and supervising groups involved in outdoor adventures such as bungy jumping, fishing and hunting, mountaineering, trekking and whitewater rafting
- setting up and maintaining equipment, and ensuring that equipment is safe and in working condition
- demonstrating and providing instruction in the use of equipment and techniques required for participation
- providing advice on safety measures, and ensuring that activities are conducted in a manner to minimise risk to participants
- responding to emergencies by providing first aid assistance and taking appropriate further action if required
- answering questions and advising on local interest points within a specific region
- may maintain written reports of daily activities and carry out other administrative work
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
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Punctuality & Professionalism: Arrive on time, looking professional and ready to work.
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Integrity: Do what you say & Say what you do.
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Ability to focus, listen and learn at a high level.
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Ability to create a fun, happy, exciting & engaging guest experience.
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Strong communication skills while addressing guests in a leadership capacity.
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Strong adherence to company protocols.
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Ability to remain calm under pressure.
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Ability to work outdoors all day in potentially difficult conditions such as, inclement weather, cold, rain, excessive heat, sun, wind, etc.
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Must be able to be comfortable and pleasant in uncomfortable situations.
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Willingness to be a team player.
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Physically fit with good balance, coordination and agility.
(Source:
Stuff.co.nz)
Duties and Tasks
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Meets members of a tour on arrival and makes introductions.
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Organises and supervises bungy jumping groups.
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Sets up and maintains equipment, while ensuring that equipment is in safe and working condition.
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Demonstrates and provides instruction in the use of equipment and techniques required for participation.
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Provides advice on safety measures, while ensuring that activities are conducted in a manner that minimises risk to participants.
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Responds to emergencies by providing first aid assistance and taking appropriate further action if required.
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Answers questions and advises on local interest points within a specific region.
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Maintains written reports of daily activities and carries out other administrative work.
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
You can work as a Bungy Jump Master without formal qualifications,
however, they may be useful.There are no courses in bungy jump
instructing in Australia but courses are available overseas.
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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Customer Service - Customer service is the process of offering assistance to all the current and potential customers -- answering questions, fixing problems, and providing excellent service. The main goal of customer service is to build a strong relationship with the customers so that they keep coming back for more business.
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Knowledge of Trout fly fishing techniques
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Instruct anglers in various life forms of insects and other areas of aquatic resources.
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Cardiopulmonary resuscitation or CPR
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Good Communication - the ability to converse and respond to complex customer needs over multiple-day periods of time.
(Source:
Aussie
Fly Fisher)
Duties and Tasks
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Meets and introduces members of a tour on arrival.
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Organises and supervises groups involved in outdoor fishing adventures.
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Sets up and maintains equipment, and ensures equipment is safe and in working condition.
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Demonstrates and provides instruction in the use of equipment and techniques required for participation.
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Provides advice on safety measures, and ensures activities are conducted in a manner to minimise risk to participants.
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Responds to emergencies by providing first aid assistance and takes appropriate further action if required.
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Answers questions and advises on local interest points.
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May maintain written reports of daily activities and carry out other administrative work.
Tools and technologies
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A boat and trailer
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Truck or SUV
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Dozens of Rods
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Bait
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Wide array of Tackle and related gear including plenty of fishing line
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Tackle boxes
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Life jackets
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Rain gear
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Plenty of extra water
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Snacks
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Camping gear (if staying overnight)
Education and training/entrance requirements
Fishing experience is needed to work as a Fishing Guide. Formal
qualifications might be useful but aren't essential. A course in outdoor
recreation might be helpful.
Hunting Guides plan, organise and provide guided hunting trips for
individuals or groups.
ANZSCO ID: 452213
Knowledge, skills and attributes
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a keen awareness of safety at all times
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an unwavering commitment to ethics
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reliability and toughness
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a passionate nature
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an intimate knowledge of game patterns, movements and the animals being pursued
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legal knowledge of the wildlife that can be hunted
(Source:
Sporting Shooters' Association of Australia)
Duties and Tasks
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Meets members of a tour on arrival and makes introductions.
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Organises and supervises groups involved in outdoor hunting adventures.
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Sets up and maintains equipment, and ensures that equipment is safe and in working condition.
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Demonstrates and provides instruction in the use of equipment and techniques required for participation.
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Provides advice on safety measures, and ensures that activities are conducted in a manner to minimise risk to participants.
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Responds to emergencies by providing first aid assistance and takes appropriate further action if required.
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Answers questions and advises on local interest points within a specific region.
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May maintain written reports of daily activities and carry out other administrative work.
Education and training/entrance requirements
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.
ANZSCO ID: 452214
Specialisations: Climbing Guide, Ski Guide.
Knowledge, skills and attributes
- Mountain Guides must have some basic hill walking experience and have a reasonable level of fitness.
- They should have precise local knowledge of mountain routes, weather, and snow and glacier conditions.
- They should have specific training in alpine skills like off-piste skiing, avalanche awareness, rock climbing, ice climbing, mountain navigation and the proper use of mountain tools like ice axe, crampons, rope, climbing anchor systems, avalanche beacons, etc.
- They also possess the ability to contact helicopters for remote ski mountaineering access or heli-skiing.
(Source: 100% Pure NZ)
Duties and Tasks
- Meets members of a tour on arrival and makes introductions.
- Organises and supervises groups involved in outdoor mountaineering and trekking 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.
- May maintain written reports of daily activities and carry out other administrative work.
Tools and technologies
Mountain guides should have
tools like ice axe, crampons, rope, climbing anchor systems,
and, avalanche beacons.
Education and training/entrance requirements
Mountaineering experience is needed to work as a Mountain or Glacier Guide.
Formal qualifications might be useful but aren't essential. A course in
outdoor recreation might be helpful.
Outdoor Adventure Instructors provide adventure-based experiential education
in outdoor adventure and bushcraft.
Outdoor adventure instructors plan, guide and provide instruction or
education in activities such as
abseiling, hang-gliding, rock climbing, canoeing, bushwalking,
caving, cross-country skiing, horse trekking, rafting, rock climbing and
sailing. They
provide instruction on using equipment, give advice on safety measures, and
answer questions relating to local places of interest within the activity
region. Instructors may work with children, adults or corporate groups in
adventure tourism, eco-tourism or educational settings in locations all
across Australia.
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
Knowledge, skills and attributes
Enjoy outdoor activities
high level of skill in one or more outdoor activities
good administration and organisational skills
good communication and interpersonal skills
able to lead, motivate and supervise other people
strong decision-making skills
able to cope with the physical demands of the job
patience, tact and composure under pressure
ability to speak another language may be an advantage.
(Source:
Out and
About Adventures)
Duties and Tasks
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Meets members of a tour on arrival and makes introductions.
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Organises and supervises groups involved in outdoor adventures such as bungy jumping, fishing and hunting, mountaineering, trekking and white-water rafting.
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Sets up and maintains equipment, and ensures that equipment is safe and in working condition.
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Demonstrates and provides instruction in the use of equipment and techniques required for participation.
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Provides advice on safety measures, and ensures that activities are conducted in a manner to minimise risk to participants.
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Responds to emergencies by providing first aid assistance and takes appropriate further action if required.
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Answers questions and advises on local interest points within a specific region.
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May maintain written reports of daily activities and carry out other administrative work.
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plan and prepare activities for both individual and group participation
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demonstrate the relevant body movements and skills required
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check suitability, condition and performance of all equipment prior to, during and on return from programs
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supervise and maintain control of the individuals and groups involved
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provide advice on safety measures and risk-avoidance strategies
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respond to emergencies by providing first aid assistance and take appropriate further action if required
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accept responsibility for the environmental preservation of activity sites and surrounding areas.
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.
You can study a degree majoring in outdoor recreation.
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Trekking Guides plan, organise and provide guided bushwalking and
trekking trips for individuals or groups.
ANZSCO ID: 452216
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Knowledge of the Trekking Area
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Ability to Communicate Effectively
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Strong Empathy and Understanding
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Charismatic Personality
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Keen Ability to Improvise and Adapt
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Focuses on Building Rapport
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Engaging Storyteller and Actor
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Flexibility
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Timeliness and Punctuality
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Eagerness to Learn and Willingness to Teach Others
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Professionalism
(Source:
Trek Larapinta Alice Springs)
Duties and Tasks
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Meets members of a tour on arrival and makes introductions.
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Organises and supervises groups involved in outdoor trekking adventures.
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Sets up and maintains equipment, and ensures that equipment is safe and in working condition.
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Demonstrates and provides instruction in the use of equipment and techniques required for participation.
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Provides advice on safety measures, and ensures that activities are conducted in a manner to minimise risk to participants.
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Responds to emergencies by providing first aid assistance and takes appropriate further action if required.
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Answers questions and advises on local interest points within a specific region.
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May maintain written reports of daily activities and carry out other administrative work.
Education and training/entrance requirements
You can work as a Trekking Guide without formal qualifications. Some on
the job training may be provided. A course in outdoor recreation might
be helpful.
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.
Key Points:
* White water rafting is an adventure activity which involves a
reasonably high level of inherent risk.
* The river environment is continually changing.
* Your guides must be properly licenced and trained.
* Your rafts and equipment must be to industry standard and well
maintained.
*Your passengers should be well informed and properly equipped.
ANZSCO ID: 452217
Alternative names: River Rafting Guide,
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.
(Source:
Stuff.co.nz)
Education and training/entrance requirements
White-water rafting experience is needed to work as a Whitewater Rafting
Guide. Formal qualifications might be useful but aren't essential. A
course in outdoor recreation might be helpful.
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