Guide Training Programs for 2021 Posted On: February 4, 2021 By: Britt Runyon Filed Under: Guide Training Program Tagged In: guide training, raft New Mexico Guide Training Programs: March 13th, May 1st and June 1st 2021 GET 50% OFF (see note below) This is New Wave Rafting’s 41th year of offering our Guide Training Program (GTP) to the general public. It begins with an intensive 7 day session of on-the-water instruction and class work, followed by a period of apprenticeship in which you will both guide NWR guests in the company of a NWR instructor, and practice with other trainees. Your apprenticeship will conclude when you demonstrate an adequate grasp of guiding essentials. Expect your training to include between 20 to 30 trips on the Racecourse. Newly hired guides must have current First Aid and CPR certifications prior to employment. NWR can provide this training at a small additional cost or you may acquire certificates on line. NWR will provide all necessary equipment for participation in the GTP. $525.00 (tax and user fee included) A $100.00 non-refundable deposit is required to reserve your space, with the balance due prior to the beginning of the GTP. No refunds will be given after commencement of the GTP. NOTE: A refund of 50% of the cost of the GTP will be made to those new guides who work a full schedule (minimum 5 days/week) and complete the season. Visit our website for more information. Here’s a great article from Paddler Magazine about river guiding. This program is no push over, but, once completed, you will discover that guiding is The Greatest Job in the World!