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by Brad Barnes – Louisiana on Tue Oct 28, 2008 10:05 AM

I was worried when I was looking for schools that the one I chose wouldn’t live up to their promises, but Swan Mountain Wilderness Guide School actually delivered more then what they said they would. I absolutely made the right choice.
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by Chris O’Connell – Pennsylvania on Tue Oct 28, 2008 10:05 AM

I was so impressed by the number and quality of instructors at Swan Mountain Wilderness Guide School. Foe each topic, a true expert came in and taught the segment. My friend went to another school, and he basically heard the same thing from the same guy the whole time. I also couldn’t believe the quality of the teaching aids, power point presentations off of the computer, WIFI in camp so we could look for jobs, this school was awesome!
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by George Haynes – North Carolina on Tue Oct 28, 2008 10:06 AM

Pat Tabor was true to his word. I was leaning towards a school with the hype about placement, and he told it to me straight. I learned how to present myself, put together a resume, and how to check out outfitters. He taught me how to take responsibility for myself, I’m glad I went with this school.
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by Jimmy Kaliston - Indiana on Tue Oct 28, 2008 10:06 AM

I was amazed on the number of things we covered. The instructors at Swan Mountain Wilderness Guide School were top notch. I went directly into a packers job, and I was prepared. Another kid they hired came from another school, and he didn’t seem to have the confidence I did. I’m glad we did that 28 mile round trip hay run at school, it was harder then what I did at my job. It was cool actually learning and living an actual outfitter’s camp, I feel like I got the most real experience for my money.
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by Harry Jameson - Michigan on Tue Oct 28, 2008 10:07 AM

I chose Swan Mountain Wilderness Guide School because it seemed to be a legitimate business separate from the outfit. I had a friend that went to school last year, and all it was an outfitter looking to train people and keep them if they work out. He didn’t get any materials or anything. We got a cool book authored by Pat Tabor before the class, and an extensive manual when we arrived. I have some great resources I can refer back to in my career.
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by Brian Lester - Ohio on Tue Oct 28, 2008 10:08 AM

I actually visited guide schools last year in order to help make my choice. I would recommend anyone to do that because then you see what really is true and what is not. Swan Mountain Wilderness Guide School was hopping when I was there. Not only was the school going full speed, but the outfit was running, students could see what the work actually is. When I came to school this year, me and some other guys would help the guide staff load up summer trips or trail rides. It was great exposure. I got a cool job, and I think I will do this for the rest of my life. I really appreciated Pat’s experience and counseling. He has his act together.
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by Brad Barnes – Louisiana on Thu Jan 03, 2013 02:08 PM

I was worried when I was looking for schools that the one I chose wouldn’t live up to their promises, but Swan Mountain Wilderness Guide School actually delivered more than what they said they would. I absolutely made the right choice.
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by Ben Henrichs – Wisconsin on Thu Jan 03, 2013 02:08 PM

There is really nothing I would change about this course. I actually wish I could spend more time at the school.
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by Cameron Mayo – Montana on Thu Jan 03, 2013 02:09 PM

We learned so much as family in the outfitter course, I only wish we would have done this course two years ago. Pat Tabor’s knowledge of the industry and of business is unparalleled, the depth that we covered the various topics was like taking a mini MBA focused just on Outfitting.
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by Madelyn - Montana on Thu Jan 03, 2013 02:10 PM

I enrolled in the wrangler course in order to gain horse experience to work in the equestrian field. I can honestly say it was one of the best parts of my summer. The instructors did a great job, it was educational, fun and I made great friends along the way. The learning environment is very hands on which made retaining the information easy. The instructors weren’t afraid to correct you but they did it in a kind and professional manner. Thanks to the course I’ve been able to find jobs in my field of interest.
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