Fishing Guide

Arctic Kingdom Wilderness Operations Inc; Yellowknife; On-site; CAD 35,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Room and board provided

Transportation from Yellowknife to the

Adventure-driven team

World-class remote hospitality

Seasonal opportunity

Job summary

Arctic Kingdom invites applications for a Fishing Guide at Blachford Lodge, a remote wilderness lodge on Blachford Lake in the Northwest Territories. You will lead guided fishing trips, share techniques, and ensure guest safety while delivering unforgettable experiences for guests from around the world.

Ideal candidates have prior guiding experience, strong freshwater knowledge, boat operation skills, and a passion for exceptional service.

Qualifications

• Previous fishing guide or outdoor guiding experience.
• Strong freshwater fishing knowledge and practical skills.
• Experience operating boats safely in outdoor environments.
• Strong guest service and communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and adapt to changing conditions.
• Valid driver’s licence.
• Valid First Aid & CPR certification, or willingness to obtain.
• Comfortable working rotational schedules in a remote environment.

Responsibilities

• Lead safe, engaging, and memorable guided fishing excursions.
• Share knowledge of fishing techniques, local fish species, and the surrounding environment.
• Support guests of all skill and experience levels.
• Assist with shore lunches and outdoor guest experiences.
• Help deliver exceptional guest service throughout the lodge experience.
• Safely operate boats and outdoor equipment.
• Conduct safety checks and maintain awareness of changing weather and water conditions.
• Follow lodge safety procedures and emergency protocols.
• Maintain communication with lodge leadership during excursions.
• Maintain fishing gear, boats, motors, and equipment.
• Report repairs, maintenance concerns, or safety issues promptly.
• Work collaboratively with other lodge departments.
• Support additional outdoor activities and lodge operations as required.
• Contribute positively to team culture and remote lodge living.

Skills

Fishing guide experience

Outdoor guiding

Freshwater fishing

Boat operation

Guest service

Communication

Independent work

First Aid CPR

Driver's license

Rotational work

Job description

Fishing Guide
Blachford Lodge by Arctic Kingdom
Remote Wilderness Lodge, Northwest Territories
Seasonal / Rotational Position

About Blachford Lodge by Arctic Kingdom

Blachford Lodge by Arctic Kingdom is a remote luxury wilderness lodge located on the shores of Blachford Lake in the Northwest Territories. Accessible only by air, the lodge offers unforgettable northern experiences including fishing, aurora viewing, cultural experiences, and wilderness adventures in one of Canada’s most breathtaking landscapes.

We are looking for an experienced and guest-focused Fishing Guide to join our team for the upcoming season. This is an opportunity to work in a truly unique remote environment while delivering exceptional outdoor experiences for guests from around the world.

What You’ll Be Doing

Guest Experience & Guiding

• Lead safe, engaging, and memorable guided fishing excursions
• Share knowledge of fishing techniques, local fish species, and the surrounding environment
• Support guests of all skill and experience levels
• Assist with shore lunches and outdoor guest experiences
• Help deliver exceptional guest service throughout the lodge experience

Safety & Operations

• Safely operate boats and outdoor equipment
• Conduct safety checks and maintain awareness of changing weather and water conditions
• Follow lodge safety procedures and emergency protocols
• Maintain communication with lodge leadership during excursions

Equipment & Program Support

• Assist with maintaining fishing gear, boats, motors, and equipment
• Support inventory organization and seasonal program setup
• Report repairs, maintenance concerns, or safety issues promptly

Team Support

• Work collaboratively with other lodge departments
• Support additional outdoor activities and lodge operations when required
• Contribute positively to team culture and remote lodge living

What We’re Looking For

• Previous fishing guide or outdoor guiding experience
• Strong freshwater fishing knowledge and practical skills
• Experience operating boats safely in outdoor environments
• Strong guest service and communication skills
• Ability to work independently and adapt to changing conditions
• Valid driver’s licence
• Valid First Aid & CPR certification, or willingness to obtain
• Comfortable working rotational schedules in a remote environment

Assets

• Remote lodge or northern tourism experience
• Pleasure Craft Operator Card (PCOC)
• Wilderness or outdoor leadership experience
• Knowledge of Northwest Territories fishing and outdoor environments

What We Offer

• Opportunity to work in one of Canada’s most unique wilderness destinations
• Competitive compensation
• Room and board provided while at the lodge
• Transportation from Yellowknife to the lodge provided
• A supportive and adventure-driven team environment
• Experience working in a world-class remote hospitality operation

If you are passionate about fishing, wilderness experiences, and creating exceptional guest adventures, we would love to hear from you.