As the calendar flips to 2026, many of us are thinking about fresh starts and new adventures. But what if your New Year's resolution could combine your passion for off roading with a genuine income opportunity? 

If you've spent years exploring local trails, helping friends navigate technical sections, or showing visitors the best spots to ride, you already have what it takes to become a trail guide. Here's why 2026 might be the perfect time to make it official.

The Demand Is Real

Every week, riders travel to destinations like Moab, Hatfield-McCoy, and countless other trail systems looking for local expertise. They want someone who knows which trails match their skill level, where the best lunch spots are, and how to avoid the crowds. That person could be you.

The truth is, most visitors would gladly pay for a knowledgeable local to show them around. They just don't know how to find one. That's where Gather Offroad comes in

Turn Trail Time Into Income

Here's the math that might surprise you: A single half-day guided ride can earn you $150-400 depending on your location and group size. Run just two rides per weekend, and you're looking at an extra $1,200-3,200 per month doing something you already love.

And right now, guides who join Gather Offroad keep 90% of what they earn. No franchise fees, no complicated profit-sharing, just you and your trails.

What You Need (Hint: You Probably Already Have It)

Becoming a trail guide isn't about certifications or fancy equipment. It's about:

• Deep knowledge of your local trails

• A passion for helping others experience the outdoors

• Basic safety awareness and good judgment

• The ability to read riders and match them with appropriate terrain

If you've ever led a group ride, helped a stuck rider, or guided a friend through their first technical section, you've already done the job. The only difference is getting paid for it.

Your 2026 Could Look Different

Imagine spending your weekends doing exactly what you do now, sharing trails with enthusiastic riders, except now it's building toward something. Extra income for that new build. Savings for your next adventure. Or just the satisfaction of turning expertise into earnings.

The riders are out there looking for guides. The platform is ready. The only missing piece is you.

Ready to Make 2026 Your Year?

Join Gather Offroad as a Founder Guide and be part of something new. Set your own schedule, keep 90% of your earnings, and turn your trail knowledge into real income.

Visit gatheroffroad.com/become-a-guide to get started. Your trails are waiting.