Woodland in the winter

Work on the ice this winter and be part of our 12 person crew as a Ice Fishing Worker / Guide

Posted: Sep 02, 2026

Ice Fishing Guide

Woodland Resort

Devils Lake, North Dakota

Wages/Pay
$18.00 - $25.00 / hour + tips
Experience Level
No experience required
Job Start Date
Dec 15, 2026

Woodland Resort is a family-owned lakeside retreat on Devils Lake, North Dakota, renowned for world-class walleye fishing and cozy cabin getaways. We’re seeking a versatile, hands-on team member to keep our resort running smoothly and to guide our guests to the best ice-fishing adventures in the winter.

Shifts

  • Morning shift runs from 5 am to 1pm 

  • Afternoon shift runs 9 am to 6 pm

Responsibilities: 

  • Transport: clients to fish houses in the morning and move them to their other houses throughout the day

  • Fish house maintenance: fill propane, sweep ice houses, drill the ice holes in the morning, replace batteries for lights, and move fish houses to different spots

  • Plowing: qualified and competent applicants keep the 40 to 50 miles of ice roads open. 

  • Fishing: between client moves and chores, employees search the lake for fishing spots to move clients. (equipment supplied)

Housing: available on site at $500 per person in single-occupant rooms and communal rooms; includes wifi, water, heat, power, trash, and laundry. Located in peaceful woods, a walk away from the bar and restaurant.  

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Woodland Resort

Woodland Resort is Devils Lake's only full-service lakeside resort, on Creel Bay. We run lodging, a marina and bait shop, boat rentals, and year-round fishing and hunting. Join a friendly crew that takes care of guests and each other, with work that actually sits on the water.

Location
North Dakota
Staff size
35
Housing
Whether included in the compensation package or provided at a cost, housing is provided for staff.
Housing details
Shared and private mobile homes nestled in the quiet woods on resort property near the restaurant and bar. Units include wifi, heat, AC, snow removal, and vehicle plugins for $500 a month per person.
Family housing available
Yes
Single occupancy housing available
Yes
Pet friendly
Yes
Meals
Some meals / discounts
Cell phone service
Yes, most carriers
Internet access
Good
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