Re: [Paddlewise] Guide training?

On Sunday 23 November 2003 01:55 pm, TomL wrote:

> Is there a specific regimen of training and assessments through
> which interested sea kayakers work to attain guide certification?

There are the BCU and ACA certification courses, and then there's the  
"Master Maine Guide" certification as well. (see below for links).

> If there are various certifications, which is the most valuable in
> terms of learning the best kayak seamanship? In terms of guide
> employment value?

I haven't tried the BCU or ACA courses (haven't tried any courses! 
:-)), but there are several people on this list who have gone 
through, or are currently involved with these, so I'm sure they'll be 
happy to offer their opinions.

> Has anyone on the forum attended guide schools in the northeast
> USA? I live in southwestern Maine. Would you have any
> recommendations?

I just found these sites with a bit of Google searching on "Master 
Maine Guide".  I'm in a bit of a rush to get out the door and on the 
water, but I'm sure you could find more:

http://www.southernmaineguideservice.com/

http://www.eaglelodgemaine.com/guidesch.html

-- 
Melissa
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