I've guided cougar hunts in the West and the money can be very good (up to ~$8k/month)but the season is short. Equipment (dogs, collars, etc) costs alot, as does gas.

I've also worked as a more traditional guide jobs in Utah and in the northwest. Usually the pay is weak but it varies. Some jobs are only $300/week plus food and board when out at a camp. The hours are insane and you have to cater to some people that are more than likely going to flat out piss you off and annoy you. Fat New Yorker that is about to stroke out. Big mouth Texan that talks big but misses everything etc etc.

It's not any kind of life unless you're a "special" type.

My advice is go to college and then you can be the one that gets guided, go to Africa, whatever you want.