A guide's license authorizes the licensed person to "direct, aid, assist or instruct another person in taking wildlife in this state" and to charge a fee (RSA 207:1 XIII).

A person may become licensed to guide for fishing, hunting or both.

The minimum age to become a guide is 18. Applicants must have a clean Fish and Game record and clean Criminal record. The person must complete an application form and pass a 50-question written exam for the specific license (must take both tests for both licenses). Please note: New guide license applicants must contact N.H. Fish and Game's Law Enforcement Division at (603) 271-3127 to request a study packet for testing requirements; this must be done before submitting your application.

Click here to download a print-and-mail application form.

Prerequisites:

• Certification in both CPR and First Aid
• Proof of Hunter Education if applying for the hunting guide license.

Laws concerning guiding are found in Chapter 215 of the State RSAs (click here to read).

For additional information or an application packet, write to Fish and Game's Law Enforcement Division at law@wildlife.nh.gov or call (603) 271-3127.

Current licensed NH guide lists:

• List of FISHING guides
• List of HUNTING guides