Mont. Admin. r. 24.171.601

Current through Register Vol. 23, December 6, 2024

Rule 24.171.601 - GUIDE QUALIFICATIONS

(1) An applicant for a guide license shall have:

(a) one of the following:

(i) licensure as a guide from another jurisdiction with substantially equivalent licensing requirements to Montana; or

(ii) have successfully completed a board-approved guide education program;

(b) knowledge of hunting and fishing techniques to provide the particular services contracted to a client; and

(c) knowledge of equipment, terrain, and hazards to competently provide a safe experience for clients.

(2) An outfitter whose license is currently suspended or revoked is not qualified for a guide license.

(3) A guide applicant must submit proof of current basic first aid certification.

(4) Each outfitter who uses the services of the guide during the license year shall sign and date the guide's license before allowing the guide to accompany a client.

Mont. Admin. r. 24.171.601

AMD, 2015 MAR p. 58, Eff. 1/30/2015; AMD, 2015 MAR p. 269, Eff. 3/13/2015; AMD, 2023 MAR p. 354, Eff. 4/15/2023; AMD, 2024 MAR p. 2149, Eff. 9/7/2024

AUTH: 37-1-131, 37-47-201, MCA; IMP: 37-47-101, 37-47-201, 37-47-303, 37-47-307, MCA