In South Carolina, our research showed the below requirements to become a hunting guide or fishing guide.  Before operating as a guide ensure that you contact your states wildlife agency directly to verify all requirements.

*Always ensure that you and your clients have the necessary hunting and fishing licenses for the game you will be pursuing.

Basic requirements for Fishing Guide Jobs in South Carolina:

• If going to guide for fishing must have a captains license, six pack license through the coast guard must take coast guard test/course. Contact Coast Guard for details 843-724-7600.
• Need saltwater/fishing license.

Other Fishing Guide Requirements that May Be Helpful:

• Driver’s License
• Good communication skills
• Well organized
• Ability to work with diverse groups of clients
• Willingness to teach others effective fishing techniques
• Outdoor survival and first aid skills
• Swimming skills
• Good physical fitness

Basic requirements for Hunting Guide Jobs in South Carolina:

• No regulations or certifications to become a hunting guide.
• Need standard hunting licenses for guide and participants.

Other Hunting Guide Requirements that May Be Helpful:

• Driver’s License
• Good communication skills
• Well organized
• Ability to work with diverse groups of clients
• Willingness to teach others effective hunting techniques
• Outdoor survival and first aid skills
• Firearm safety skills
• Good physical fitness 

State Wildlife Agency Contact:

Agency Name: South Carolina Department of Natural Resources

Website: http://www.dnr.sc.gov/licensing.html

Phone Number: 803-734-3833

Email Address: webmaster@dnr.sc.gov