Whether you prefer to fish from the Gulf State Park Pier or spend the day at Little Lagoon, there are plenty of opportunities for fishing in Orange Beach and Gulf Shores. From fresh gulf snapper to savory blackened redfish, the local seafood is abundant and delicious. And with a wide variety of fishing charters, there is something for everyone.
Each year around May we get dozens of young men asking us about moving to Orange Beach and working on a charter boat during the summer fishing season. While this seems like a great way to live on the gulf coast, there are some things they should be aware of before making such a commitment. First of all, the job requires more than just a love for fishing and a desire to work hard on a boat. It also requires a valid Florida driver’s license and the ability to pass a drug test (and not fail) – because you can’t work on a fishing vessel without a drug card.
Other than that, it all depends on what kind of fishing you want to do for a living. There is the obvious civil servant route which would be game warden/park ranger type positions and usually requires a criminal justice or environmental science degree. Or, you could go the more entrepreneurial route and start your own fishing related business. This often requires a degree in marketing, business management or other similar fields.
Then there are the jobs with the state of Alabama’s Department of Conservation and Natural Resources (ADCNR). The agency has four operational divisions: Wildlife and Freshwater Fisheries, Marine Resources, State Lands and State Parks along with Administrative Support Sections. ADCNR offers many challenging and rewarding career opportunities. For more information, visit the ADCNR website or download an application from the State Personnel Department.
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