Outdoor guide salary

Salary for Outdoor Guide

As an outdoor guide, you can expect an average salary of 28 500 Swedish kronor per month. This represents a slight decrease from the previous measurement when the average salary was 28 900 kronor. Salaries also vary somewhat depending on gender – men earn an average of 28 900 kronor while women earn 28 300 kronor, meaning that women earn 98% of what men do in the profession.

Education and Requirements

To become an outdoor guide, a combination of formal education and practical experience is often required. There are specific education programs for outdoor guides at folk high schools and vocational colleges around the country. These programs focus on various aspects of outdoor life, nature knowledge, and leadership. It is also advantageous to have certificates for first aid and other safety training.

Job Duties

An outdoor guide leads and organizes activities in nature, such as hiking, paddling, climbing, and skiing trips. Guides are responsible for the safety and well-being of participants and also share knowledge about nature and the environment. Part of the work involves planning routes, booking transportation and equipment, and sometimes even cooking in the field.

Things to Consider

Working as an outdoor guide requires not only physical endurance but also a great commitment to nature and an ability to handle unexpected situations. Good communication skills and leadership qualities are also important. Flexibility is another key skill, as working hours can often be irregular and the job may involve long periods outdoors, regardless of weather conditions.

Job Market and Outlook

There is no specific forecast for outdoor guides, but the profession is part of the broader category of "Guides and Tour Leaders." Due to limited data, no assessment can be made for the profession according to the Swedish Public Employment Service. This means that it may be difficult to predict exactly how the demand for outdoor guides will develop in the future.

Benefits

Benefits within the profession can vary depending on the employer. Some employers may offer paid further education, access to equipment, or other benefits such as a mobile phone or work clothes. Since many outdoor guides work as freelancers or seasonal employees, these benefits may be limited.