Personal qualities
which are necessary as a guide:
Sense of responsibility Discretion Respect A certain amount of coolness Thirst for adventure A love of nature Tolerance and openness and much more...
These qualities are
especially in demand:
Communication Teamwork Being open to change Training Self control
"REAL GUIDES WANTED... !"
How to become a rafting guide...?
You are a born guide. It doesn't matter if you are in the mountains, on the water or in the air - your main aim is to convey and share with others your enthusiasm for being outdoors. You should be able to show beginners the wonders of nature, support them and keep them safe as they participate in our activities.
For a start, you need the basic know-how plus a good amount of practical knowledge.
Training as a rafting guide
As we have discovered over the past few years, there is nothing better in rafting than having a good, solid training behind you.
In block-type courses, you will train the fundamental elements of rafting. Of course, theory is just as important as practical knowledge when it comes to wild water, as are aspects of safety and leadership.
Our most experienced rafting and kayaking guides teach the training course.
1. training to a rafting guide of the "Outdoor & Wildwasserverbandes Salzburg":
All entrepreneurs of district Salzburg, who have the license for rafting, are representated by the OWV-Salzburg. In 2009 - for first time ever - they will now provide a unique training.
With this the high standards of the training can be guaranteed and all participants will benefit from the experience of the best rafting guides. With interest you should register immmediately!
Dates 2009:
Start: Fr. 1. May 2009, 1300 o'clock End: Su. 10. May 2009, afternoon
Places:
Saalach, Salzach, Lammer
Training base:
Fa. Straub / Schneizlreuth
Deadline:
10. April 2009 with writing per eMail or letter, the costs have to be paid in advance
Contents:
- Basic legal knowledge in rafting
- Technical knowledge in rafting
- Material used
- Knowledge of the local rivers
- Steering and leading a canoe or raft
- Methodology and tactics
- Safety aspects
- Rescue techniques
- How to lead a group
- First aid for rafting guides
Aim:
To prepare for the examination as a boat guide. To be able
to safely guide a raft up to wild water level III - depending on the starting level of the candidates.
Requirements:
Minimum age 18 years. Very good swimming ability, experience in
wild water an advantage but not a necessity. First aid course and
training as a lifeguard are also beneficial but not a must.
Price: 410,-- Euros per person Training & course, teaching, final practical test
Extras:
Equipment may be borrowed, rafts and paddels are available
Legal Requirements:
Application for Austrian boating guide licence B, limited to rafting.
The exam is accepted in Tyrol, Salzburg, Upper Austria and Styria by the relevant authorities. There is no legally specified training but acceptance for the exam is dependant on practical experience ( see below ).
Exam Requirements:
Minimum age 18 years
Application with relevant certificates
Practical Experience
Reliability (i.e. no criminal record )
Proof of first aid ability or a driving licence class B
Proof of physical ability ( doctor's certificate ).
Motion Trainig-Package Price: EUR 652,-- per person
Inklusive training,
9x accomodation with breakfast,
10 x lunch,
course material,
final practical test
Center Lofer · Andreas Voglstätter · A-5090 Lofer 330
Telephone: ++43 (0) 6588/7524 · Telefax: ++43 (0) 6588/7524-26
Dates,
Ausbildung zum Guide 
Sense of responsibility
"REAL GUIDES WANTED... !"
Center Lofer · Andreas Voglstätter · A-5090 Lofer 330
