Student Testimonials and References |
One of the best indicators of whether a guide school is right for you is to learn from the experience of previous guide school students that attended a particular school. Swan Mountain Wilderness Guide School has yet to turn away a dissatisfied student. Many have indicated to us that the actual experience was even better then what they would have hoped. Here are a few testimonials; the number of stars listed is how many out of a possible of five starts the student gave us:
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November, 2007
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. - Brad Barnes – Louisiana
*****
June 2008
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! - Chris O’Connell – Pennsylvania
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August 2008
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. – George Haynes – North Carolina
*****
July 2007
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 packer’s 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. – Jimmy Kaliston – Indiana
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September 2008
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. – Harry Jameson - Michigan
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July 2008
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. - Brian Lester – Ohio
The above testimonials came off of evaluations we gave students after their time with us. From time-to-time we get requests for previous students contact details so they can be consulted as a reference. The following folks have agreed to be contacted, please don’t hound them as they are busy people, but be sure to contact anyone of them if you have lingering questions regarding the quality of our programs or the school:
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