(1) An applicant may apply for a guide license on forms provided by the department, and accompanied by the required fee. The application must include a signature of the endorsing outfitter confirming that, to the knowledge of the outfitter, the guide meets all the qualifications of a guide.

(2) An applicant must submit proof of current basic hands-on first aid certification with the application.

(3) Each outfitter who uses the services of the guide during the license year shall sign and date the guide's license before allowing the guide to accompany a client.

(4) An applicant for a guide license who delivers a completed application and application fee to the board office will receive the license at that time.