According to people in this career, the main tasks are...
| Task | Importance |
|---|---|
| Explain hunting and fishing laws to groups to ensure compliance. | 94% |
| Lead individuals or groups to tour site locations and describe points of interest. | 94% |
| Pilot airplanes or drive land and water vehicles to transport tourists to activity or tour sites. | 93% |
| Arrange for tour or expedition details such as accommodations, transportation, equipment, and the availability of medical personnel. | 91% |
| Plan tour itineraries, applying knowledge of travel routes and destination sites. | 91% |
| Resolve any problems with itineraries, service, or accommodations. | 89% |
| Sell or rent equipment, clothing, and supplies related to expeditions. | 88% |
| Pay bills and record checks issued. | 83% |
| Attend to special needs of tour participants. | 83% |
| Sell travel packages. | 82% |
| Evaluate services received on the tour, and report findings to tour organizers. | 81% |
| Verify amounts and quality of equipment prior to expeditions or tours. | 81% |
| Instruct novices in climbing techniques, mountaineering, and wilderness survival, and demonstrate use of hunting, fishing, and climbing equipment. | 79% |
| Set up camps, and prepare meals for tour group members. | 76% |
| Give advice on sightseeing and shopping. | 76% |
| Administer first aid to injured group participants. | 75% |
| Provide tourists with assistance in obtaining permits and documents such as visas, passports, and health certificates, and in converting currency. | 72% |
