Rafting and kayaking are considered the most popular and exciting adventure sports today, and the River Guide is the person who can provide such experience to the participants. The most common daily activities associated to this post are listed on the River Guide Resume as – maneuvering safely through the difficult rivers, providing guidelines and tips to the travelers, meeting and greeting the members, loading and preparing rafts, executing crash courses in rafting, staffing the rafting shop, helping guests and handling reservations. These guides are also shouldered with the duty of leading a safe and fun rafting trip to the guests.
To make a career in this quintessential outdoor job, the following skills are needed wilderness skills; knowledge of the terrains of the area, river experience, rafting knowledge credibility; knot tying, and river signals proficiency, complete first aid training, and the ability to read rapid and dangerous rivers. Most of these guides attend the instructional school to gain their rafting knowledge.
Headline : To obtain a position as a River Guide. Positive and encouraging attitude in every situation, with excellent communication skills. Holds safety as a value more than just a priority.
Taught other new guides about the river and at different river levels.
Taught new guides about outpost and what duties required.
Created a safe environment for customers through instruction prior to rafting.
Overcame any fears of the customers during the trip, correctly handle.
Provided geological, archeological, ecological, and historical interpretation of river systems overnight river trips.
Responsible for Swiftwater operations and wilderness medicine.
Responsible for scheduling trips and selling merchandise.
Experience
5-7 Years
Level
Executive
Education
EMT
River Guide Resume
Objective : Seeking to attain a rewarding position that provides a challenging, but friendly work environment and utilizes education and past working experiences to promote growth and advancement. An opportunity to use skills attained in conjunction with attention to detail, writing, proofreading, and research abilities to work independently, multi-tasking, and organizing to achieve great results.
Skills : CPR Certified, First Aid, Typing 50 Wpm, Leadership.
Description :
Describe tour points of interest to group members, and responded to questions.
Provided directions and other pertinent information to visitors.
Researched various topics, including site history, environmental conditions, and clients' skills and abilities to plan appropriate expeditions, instruction, and commentary.
Drove motor vehicles to transport visitors to establishments and tour site locations.
Trained other guides and volunteers.
Taught skills, such as proper climbing methods, and demonstrate and advise on the use of equipment.
Guided groups of up to 18 customers down challenging class IV whitewater on the Snake and Salmon Rivers.
Experience
2-5 Years
Level
Junior
Education
Paralegal Studies
River Guide Resume
Objective : River Guide is responsible for guiding both groups and individuals down the river. This includes ensuring safety, assisting in navigation, and providing expert instruction in the use of equipment.
Skills : Customer Service, Risk Assessment and Situation Management, Class IV Boater, Expert Skier.
Description :
Guided customers down the River.
Instructed customers on proper safety practices.
Organized and ran the Boat Yard.
Assisted in transactions and collections.
Transported guests from company headquarters to the top of the river.
Transported guests from the end of the river back to the company headquarters.
Arranged for tour or expedition details such as accommodations, transportation, equipment, and the availability of medical personnel.
Experience
2-5 Years
Level
Junior
Education
BS in Psychology
River Guide Resume
Objective : Highly qualified River Guide with experience in the industry. Enjoy creative problem solving and getting exposure on multiple projects, and I would excel in the collaborative environment on which your company prides itself.
Skills : Detail-Oriented, People Skills, Communication Skills.
Description :
Responsible for ensuring the safety of guests.
Responsible for taking guests down Class III - V whitewater.
Assisted and aid guests, patrons and departments by paying out jackpots, filling hoppers, using money pouches, making minor repairs on slot machines, .
Assisted guests and patrons by being their single source of communication, information, and assistance during their on-premise experience, primarily in.
Led groups of people in rafts down class I, II, & III rapids.
Gave first-aid and emergency assistance to various customers.
Mediated negative cross-customer interactions.
Experience
0-2 Years
Level
Entry Level
Education
BA in Wilderness Leadership
River Guide Resume
Objective : Accomplished and energetic River Guide with a solid history of achievement in Rafting. Motivated leader with strong organizational and prioritization abilities. Areas of expertise include coordination, safety, and hand signals.
Skills : Planning, Agility, Customer Service.
Description :
Led individuals or groups to tour site locations and describe points of interest.
Planned tour itineraries, applying knowledge of travel routes and destination sites.
Explained hunting and fishing laws to groups in order to ensure compliance.
Sold or rent equipment, clothing, and supplies related to expeditions.
Resolved any problems with itineraries, service, or accommodations.
Guided clients per diem in the art of fly-fishing for trout on public and private waters.
Organized food and equipment for 3-5 day river trips, cooking for and entertaining guests.
Experience
0-2 Years
Level
Entry Level
Education
Diploma
River Guide Resume
Summary : Accomplished and energetic worker with a solid history of achievement in customer service. Motivated leader with strong organizational and prioritization abilities.
Skills : Time Management Skills, Social Perceptinvecesss, Able to communicate well with others.
Description :
Guide various groups of people down the river including youth groups such as G.O.A.L.S.
Gave intern on the surrounding wilderness areas and the river itself.
Set up sanitary campsites and cooking meals.
Made sure everyone has a fun and safe white water experience.
Had several four and five-star ratings on trip adviser.
Managed the tube yard and worked in office scheduling and coordinating trips.
Set up camps, and prepared meals for tour group members.
Experience
10+ Years
Level
Senior
Education
GED
River Guide Resume
Summary : River Guide is responsible for the day-to-day operations of the rafting operations, ensuring a safe and enjoyable experience for all customers. This includes working with the rafting guides to ensure that all guests are properly accounted for and cared for, as well as providing a safe and quality experience to all guests.
Served as Trip Leader, managing up to 6 guides for trips lasting 5 days or longer.
Coordinated meals, camps, and activities while ensuring the safety, enjoyment, and comfort of guests.
Responsible for taking people out on the river, and start campfires to keep warm.
Worked for middle and lower river and zip line during the summer months.
Made sure customers have a good time and that they make it through the rapids safely.
Conducted all duties associated with navigating whitewater rivers safely with clients.
Experience
7-10 Years
Level
Management
Education
BA in Mass Communication
River Guide Resume
Headline : Seeking to obtain a long-term career opportunity where my vast experience can be applied to the fields of education, communications, environmental conservation, human resources, multi-media, or publishing.
Skills : Communication Skills, Risk Management, Guest Service.
Description :
Organized training, safety, and guidance of 15+ novice paddlers per trip on scenic guided tours along the River.
Analyzed customer data using excel spreadsheets to personalize emails.
Guided whitewater rafting trips on the River, prepared food and gear for clients, drove shuttle.
Guide Whitewater Rafting Train/License guides through Idaho Outfitters and Guides Association Drive.
Provided safe outdoor enjoyment for people of all ages.
Guided river tours in the trip leader position daily for 120-200 guests at one time.
Engaged and responded to guests in a positive, friendly, and supportive manner, including meeting their expressed and unexpressed needs.
Experience
5-7 Years
Level
Executive
Education
BA in English
River Guide Resume
Objective : Demonstrated track record of success working with diverse client populations in one-on-one and group settings. Seeking to better serve the world with the IT skills have gained from respectable companies.
Skills : Organizational, Time Management, Team Player, Customer Service, Detail Oriented.
Description :
Co-led canoeing, and stand-up paddleboarding trips along rivers and lakes.
Enforced safety and health regulations and emergency procedures.
Completed all paperwork including camper evaluations, parent letters and trip reports, etc. in a timely, high-quality manner.
Participated in routine camp maintenance, facility upkeep, and other duties as assigned.
Safely navigated oar and/or paddle rafts down Class I - IV+ rivers.
Excellent risk management capability in remote settings.
Worked positively with other team members to implement all aspects of a trip from pack-up to clean-up in order to provide guests with a safe, meaningful, and memorable experience.
Experience
0-2 Years
Level
Entry Level
Education
BS in Outdoor Recreation
River Guide Resume
Objective : Service-driven Social Work graduate with a passion for helping seniors maintain independence and quality of life through person-centered activities.
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