In 2019, there were over 1,600 licensed
fly fishing guides in Montana.
Where we came from...
Where we are now...
Where we are headed...
- The Guide Relief Fund was established in response to the global COVID crisis.
- Prior to the unprecedented assistance from the US government, guides were unable to receive monetary relief due to Independent Contractor exemption status.
- The Guide Relief Fund was in development when the welcomed news of relief for Independent Contractors was announced by federal and state governments.
Where we are now...
- With information changing and evolving daily, the Guide Relief Fund is adapting to fit the needs of the people we are serving.
- Currently, guides are in need of answers to tough questions. How will I/we make it through this? What will business look like on the other side? What can I do to receive assistance?
- Looking at the greater picture, we have morphed into the Guide Relief Program. During this time, we feel our most effective course of action is to provide guides and outfitters the assistance and information they need to make it through this life-changing crisis.
Where we are headed...
- As we build and grow, our mission will continue to work to create a better future for fishing guides.
Our fundamental mission is to protect and ensure a better future for hardworking fishing guides.
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