Choose the training format that fits your schedule, learning style, and goals. Every course prepares you for the State exam and real-world guiding.
The classic format. Three full days of hands-on training covering everything you need to pass the State exam and run trips on day one. Designed for students who can commit to focused, immersive learning.
$200 deposit is non-refundable. Balance due at class.
Live Zoom sessions plus interactive textbook, capped at 15 students. Designed for working professionals who can't take three days off or who live outside Maine. Evenings to fit around your job.
$200 deposit is non-refundable. Balance due before Week 1.
Custom instruction built entirely around your existing knowledge, schedule, and chosen classification. Hybrid format with online sessions, in-person practicals, and mock exam preparation. You work one-on-one with an instructor — no competing for attention.
Direct instruction
Homework & study
per classification
Pricing varies by classification and session count.
Supplement your core training with these focused workshops and specialty courses.
A 3-hour simulated exam day modeled on the State oral and practical. Weather changes mid-trip, a client gets injured, a wrong turn on the map, equipment fails. Find your gaps before the Wardens do.
Week-long in-the-woods immersion. For students who already have classroom prep but need real-world reps and field hours. Build confidence through guided practice trips.
Required for full guide readiness. OSHA-compliant certification course offered as an add-on to any class or as a standalone course. Valid for 2 years.
Standalone workshop for working guides who want to sharpen their navigation skills or for students who need focused practice on this portion of the exam.
Pair up with a working guide for paid or unpaid trip experience. Gain real hours in the field between exam attempts and build your resume as a guide.
70-hour intensive certification for serious outdoor professionals. Covers wilderness medicine, rescue, and emergency response in remote settings.
Review the full course breakdown above, or check the schedule to find the format that fits your goals.
