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Outdoor Recreation Guides lead adventure activities in nature, ensuring participant safety and promoting environmental awareness.

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AI exposure data adapted from Felten, Raj & Seamans (2021). Shortage data sourced from Jobs and Skills Australia (2024).

How do I become an Outdoor Recreation Guide?

Get qualified to work as an Outdoor Recreation Guide with a course recognised across Australia. Speak to a training provider to learn more.

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Outdoor Recreation Guide careers

An Outdoor Recreation Guide leads individuals through adventure activities in natural environments. You might work for a national park, an adventure tourism company, or a wilderness retreat. Guides focus on technical skills, environmental awareness, and participant safety. You’ll prepare equipment and plan routes to encourage exploration while introducing clients to the diverse landscapes of the Australian bush.Outdoor Recreation Guides play an important role in connecting people with nature. You’ll need to be physically fit and resilient and be able to communicate easily with people from all backgrounds.

You’ll liaise with local authorities to ensure groups are operating safely and receiving the guidance they need.