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[Steely]

As a very passionate angler I've always been intrigued by the business of sports fishing. I was always told that it's a tough field to excel in and make a good living but I just know I'm going to kick myself if I don't at least give it a try. Right now I'm in school taking courses in business full time but as of next semester I'm going to be a part time student and hopefully work on my off time. I've looked around an talked to different tackle shops and the keep telling me they don't usually hire until the spring. Seeing as I'm not picky about what the job may entail as long as it has to do with sport fishing I thought maybe someone on here may be able to give me a suggestion. I live in delta and go to school in new west and would like to find a job in this area, I know some lodges hire workers for the summer ect but I'm hoping to find something local. This may be a tackle shop, a guide company locally that could or does use deck hands basically anything that allows me to learn about the sport fishing industry while making a little bit of money in the process. If any of you have any ideas on something to check into it would be greatly appreciated! Thanks

[clarki]

Honestly, I'm not that familair with the biz, however in addition to the tackle shop retail side of things, maybe check out the wholesale distributor angle i.e. http://www.redlsports.com/     

[jacklam999]

As a very passionate angler I've always been intrigued by the business of sports fishing. I was always told that it's a tough field to excel in and make a good living but I just know I'm going to kick myself if I don't at least give it a try. Right now I'm in school taking courses in business full time but as of next semester I'm going to be a part time student and hopefully work on my off time. I've looked around an talked to different tackle shops and the keep telling me they don't usually hire until the spring. Seeing as I'm not picky about what the job may entail as long as it has to do with sport fishing I thought maybe someone on here may be able to give me a suggestion. I live in delta and go to school in new west and would like to find a job in this area, I know some lodges hire workers for the summer ect but I'm hoping to find something local. This may be a tackle shop, a guide company locally that could or does use deck hands basically anything that allows me to learn about the sport fishing industry while making a little bit of money in the process. If any of you have any ideas on something to check into it would be greatly appreciated! Thanks

Why dont you try apply in army n navy, couple of my friend got hired there .

[salmonrook]

I assume you saw this topic

       http://www.fishingwithrod.com/yabbse/index.php?topic=34318.0

I dont know how hard it is to get a guiding license,but thats like running your own business where you can decide your work around your schedule(or in this case the best fishing times).

[Steely]

Thanks for the replies guys. Salmonrook I'm not quite sure what that discussion has to do with jobs in the sport fishing industry? Also army and navy is a big store, fishing is just one of many departments those stores have to offer. I'm looking to work but also learn in the process and I don't think an army and navy would enable me to do that. As for looking at the distributors an old family friend just happens to know the owner of Gibbs so hopefully a meeting with him will at least give me an idea of what I'm in for. Thanks again for the replies guys

[salmonrook]

Steely,
 It sounds like you want a job in the Guiding industry,not just @ a fishing shop, 2 totally different things.
 I guess my suggestion was to start your own guiding business.I know all you need is a guiding license from the province.
The discussion topic I quoted was a guy looking for someone with fishing experience to teach him the ropes.It seems there are several outfits on this site that do that,why not start your own ?
 There are obviously people who are looking for help.

[KingOfEastVan]

May I suggest you look into obtaining your Limited Masters certification from Transport Canada for vessels less than 60 tons?

http://www.tc.gc.ca/eng/marinesafety/tp-tp2293-chapter12-819.htm

It's not terribly expensive, difficult or time consuming, and what you learn could definitely save lives. I have mine, I highly recommend it. Also, get your Marine Radio operator's certification as well, you will need it.

I was going to start a water taxi service but found the insurance costs too prohibitive. I would love to work on the water too, I often scan the Craigslist jobs list to see what is out there. Unfortunately opportunities are relatively few and far between, and from what I perceive, you start on the dock fuelling up, cleaning fish, etc. and work your way into a deckhand position unless you have actual guiding experience. Pay is low. But hey, you will be a business bigshot soon enough, just draft a decent business plan for yourself and run your own boat. Go for it! I  am a diesel engine / commercial transport mechanic by trade, but i would be more than happy to do give life on the sea another run once the kids are a bit older. In the meantime I am working graveyard shift and my only sea access is Beachcombers re-runs on APTN. Still not sure if I am more like Relic or Nick.... maybe a bit of both?

Good luck, live the dream!