With the outdoor show season upon us, many people are seeking a fishing vacation in a remote location. They feel the need for a guide and use the shows as an opportunity to interview some. Guides are often miracle workers for those of us who do not have the time and chances to hone skills to the extent we desire. Yes it is true. A guide is a miracle worker. They can turn a trip right side up. There are guides and then there are “guides”. Choosing the right guide for you requires a little time and consideration.
A great guide has not only the outdoor skills needed for the job but also the people skills to make the experience enjoyable for the client. Guides, like everyone else, have a reputation. If you check out his references be sure to check his ability to get along with his client as well as his ability to put them on fish.
Everyone who has spent much time in the outdoors realizes that some times you just do not find fish. Hiring a local guide improves your chances of finding out where to look. You can check with local bait shops but do so with caution. Some “guides” are guys who hang out with their pal the bait shop owner and may or may not be a good guide.
Generally guides that are associated with boat and marine manufacturers have the best equipment. It also means that the manufacturer checked him out and keeps tabs on his business practices. After all, a guide’s actions can reflect upon the company. The company has too much tied up in their own reputation to risk it on a guide who lacks ethics.
Communication is important is booking with a particular guide. It is important that you can get hold of him in case of need. Your family should also be able to contact you through him while you are fishing with the guide. There may come a time when a member of the family has a problem and needs to contact you. Get a phone number for emergency situations before you leave home. Leave with the family. Not all fishing locations have land line capability. You may need to have a cell, satellite or radiotelephone number. Satellite phones are most reliable in remote locations. If the guide does not have one then look into renting one for the duration of your trip.
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