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The dream of many avid hunters is to be an outdoor professional. Qualified, well trained and hardworking Guides have become a scarce commodity in the hunting field. Joe Cabral, Owner of Russell Pond and B bar C Outfitters, and his experienced staff, have been training Guides and Outdoor Professionals who have gone on to successful careers in the industry for over a decade.
Because of the high demand for truly trained and qualified Guides and the corresponding need for hands on professional guide training, Joe has decided to take a limited amount of serious qualified individuals for a 2 or 4 week Professional Guide training program. The graduates of this course will be introduced to the skills, and receive the hands on training needed to become a Licensed Guide and begin the career of their dreams.
Course syllabus may include:
Packing and back-country horsemanship with emphasis on the care, handling and management of stock and maintenance, fitting and use techniques of equipment
Hunting guide skills and hands on training, featuring but not limited to: hunting techniques for Elk, Bear Lion and Deer including calling, stand placement, hunter setup, stalking, tracking, animal behavior and location and field judging of animals, caping and hide care, meat preparation for pack-out, client / guide interaction methodology, safety issues and crisis management
Predator hunting methods including bear baiting and pursuit hounds featuring detailed hands on instruction on the use of telemetry retrieval systems.
Winter hunting and backcountry travel and safety techniques focusing on operation, maintenance and field repair of snowmachines. Client safety issues
Professional back-country camp planning and set up implementing low impact techniques
Woodsmanship and orienteering skills practical and essential compass and map skills
Back-country meal planning and preparation
First aid training
Ethics and professionalism for the Hunting Outfitter and Guide
Business aspects of Outfitting and Guiding (this segment of the course instruction will be specifically targeted to the students needs, experience level and career goals. Business writing, marketing strategy, cost analysis, and operating plan design and implementation, may be included as need warrants)
The training offered will be tailored to suit the needs and objectives of the individual students. This course is appropriate for the novice who has never guided before or for the professional guide looking to expand his knowledge and gain specific skills required to be a successful Outfitter.
These instruction courses are intended for those individuals who wish to pursue a career as a licensed outdoor professional. There are many other places to choose if you are interested simply in an informative and interesting outdoor vacation.
Successful Graduates of the Program will be assisted with job placement and given recommendation to prospective employers. We also offer limited 8 to 12 week practicum and apprenticeship programs following the 4-week intense course targeted at allowing students to apply and further develop skills learned during training in the field. Work-Study scholarships may be granted to qualified graduates of the program.
Tuition for the 4-week intensive study course is $2900.00.
Winter training 2 week classes are $1900.00
Recommended specific materials book fees are estimated at $200.00.
Tuition rates for the practicum and work-study programs will be determined based on program curriculum and student qualifications.
All Room and Board, (during instruction) once students are picked up or arrive at camp, will be included in the tuition. We will pick up and drop off students at Ruby's Motel in Missoula MT. Flight arrangements should be made in and out of Missoula. Students are encouraged to drive so they will have transportation on the limited free-study days. Detailed directions will be given to students driving in. Studies are conducted in various remote areas in the beautiful Bitterroot Mountains, St. Joe and Clearwater National Forests and at our ranch in St. Maries, Idaho.
Because of the limited nature of this course, demand far exceeds availability. Prospective students are urged to contact us at once via phone 208 245 2458 or the e-mail link below to make arrangements for a pre-enrollment interview and application.
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