Fishing Program Lead Guide

Blachford Lodge by Arctic Kingdom At Arctic Kingdom, we create unforgettable northern experiences in some of the most breathtaking and remote landscapes in Canada.

Blachford

Lodge by Arctic Kingdom is a premier wilderness destination offering world-class hospitality, adventure, and guided experiences in the Northwest Territories.

We are seeking an experienced and passionate Fishing Program Lead Guide to lead and grow our fishing program while delivering exceptional guest experiences in a remote lodge workplace.

This is a hands-on leadership role combining advanced fishing expertise, guiding, program development, team leadership, and operational coordination. The successful candidate will help shape the future of the fishing program while supporting broader lodge activities and wilderness experiences.

What You’ll Do Lead &

- Develop the Fishing Program Develop and maintain fishing site knowledge, mapping, GPS locations, seasonal patterns, and species-specific information

Build and organize structured fishing experiences, including local lake and fly-out excursions

Establish guiding standards, procedures, and program consistency

Support environmental stewardship and ensure compliance with territorial fishing regulations

Lead the Guiding Team Supervise and mentor fishing and guiding staff alongside the Lodge Manager

Support onboarding, training, scheduling, and day-to-day coordination

Promote a safe, professional, and collaborative team culture

Ensure consistent guest experience and safety standards across all excursions

Deliver Exceptional Guest Experiences Lead fishing excursions and support other guided activities across the lodge

Conduct guest briefings, demonstrations, and safety orientations

Share engaging knowledge of northern ecology, geography, wildlife, and fish species

Adapt excursions based on weather, guest experience levels, and operational needs

Create memorable, personalized wilderness experiences for guests

Equipment, Safety &

- Operations Maintain fishing equipment,



boats, tackle, and excursion gear

Coordinate shore lunches, snacks, and excursion logistics with lodge staff

Lead emergency preparedness and respond to incidents as required

Support fly-out logistics, loading/unloading, and general lodge operations

Maintain communication with guides and boats during excursions

What We’re Looking For Knowledge &

Skills Strong freshwater fishing knowledge, particularly northern species including lake trout, northern pike, walleye, and inconnu

Excellent outdoor leadership and guiding abilities

Strong boating, navigation, and wilderness safety skills

Excellent communication and guest engagement skills

Ability to make decisions confidently in dynamic remote environments

Experience Previous experience guiding fishing excursions in remote or wilderness environments preferred

Leadership or mentorship experience within guiding teams considered an asset

Experience in lodge-based or multi-activity tourism operations considered an asset

Requirements Valid boating certification (Pleasure Craft Operator Card or equivalent)

Valid First Aid/CPR certification

- Wilderness First Aid preferred

Ability to work in a remote fly-in lodge environment on a seasonal schedule

Physically capable of lifting and handling equipment and working outdoors in varying weather conditions

Working &

- Living Conditions This role is based at a remote northern wilderness lodge and requires flexibility, adaptability, and strong teamwork. Team members live and work in office in shared accommodations and operate in changing environmental conditions. Accommodation, meals, and transportation to and from the lodge are provided.

Why Join Us? Work in one of Canada’s most extraordinary wilderness environments

Be part of a growing and evolving northern tourism operation

Lead meaningful outdoor experiences for guests from around the world

Join a passionate and adventurous team committed to operational excellence and hospitality

We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.

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