Becoming a PFIGA member
PFIGA Membership Structure
PFIGA PROVISIONAL MEMBERSHIP
Provisional Membership status indicates that the member has declared that they hold the necessary certificates, licences, safety management protocols and insurances to operate as a professional guide without having provided evidence to PFIGA of these documents.
Under PFIGA's Constitution, Provisional Members have all rights, privileges and obligations of Full Members of the association except that Provisional Members have no voting rights at meetings.
PFIGA FULL MEMBERSHIP
Full Members have affirmed that that they hold all necessary certificates, licences, safety management protocols and insurances required, and have demonstrable experience as a professional fishing guide or fishing instructor.
Full Members have provided evidence to PFIGA of:
First Aid Certification,
A Safety Management System or Standard Operating Procedures documenting their approach to a safe guided fishing experience, and
Public Liability Insurance
All PFIGA Members are bound by the PFIGA Code of Practice.
PFIGA acknowledges the traditional custodians of the land and water on which we guide. We acknowledge and pay respect to elders past and present, and to emerging leaders.
PFIGA MEMBERSHIP BENEFITS
Customer Assurance - Your clients can be assured they are booking with a professional guiding service that holds the proper licensing, training, safety management systems & insurance.
Authoritative Assurance – Many local, state and national authorities recognise PFIGA membership as an indicator of a professional operation.
Fishing License Exemptions.
Access to the PFIGA Members Community – Share info, resources with guides across the country
Access to trade pricing on some tackle items
Customer Assurance - Under the PFIGA Code of Practice, PFIGA members commit to a range of standards and behaviors, including encouraging and promoting the conservation of the environment while demonstrating an authoritative knowledge and understanding of the natural history and heritage of our fisheries and surrounds. PFIGA guides also commit to observing, fostering and promoting all fishing regulations, and offering the highest stands of professional services to our clients. Most importantly, PFIGA members – through our commitment to professionalism in what we do - are trusted by our clients to deliver a great fishing experience.
Authoritative Assurance - PFIGA member’s commitment to the environment and to delivering a professional guided fishing experience for our valuable clients services is recognised by a range of local and state government entities, who use PFIGA membership as a positive indicator or standing requirement when issuing some of the permits required for fishing activity and tourism related activities. PFIGA utilises this acknowledgement from government to lobby on significant matters for the professional guiding industry, and has formal affiliations with key recreational fishing representative groups.
Fishing License Exemptions – Some State Fishery Authorities now require affiliation with associations such as PFIGA as a prerequisite before issuing Fishing Licenses.
Access to the PFIGA Members Community - PFIGA membership gives you access to the official PFIGA Group Chat Room where you can network and share info with other professional guides right across Australia.
Discounts on Fishing Gear – PFIGA Members have access to ‘Guides Programs’ with Frogleys Offshore and Tonic Eyewear. Savings of up to 50% off rrp on brands such as Gamakatsu, Atomic, Bassday, Samurai & Majorcraft.
If you’re interested in becoming a professional guide, or you’re already guiding and operating a professional business and you’re interested in further establishing yourself within the industry, please don’t hesitate to contact any of the team on our Contacts page. The PFIGA Membership application form can be filled out here.