James
What is the best path to take to become a fish and game warden?
Hello I just took a Career Interest Quiz on My Future AZ, and I got Fish and Game Warden. Then after looking into the job I realized that I’m actually interested in making it my future full time job, because I like working outdoors and the idea seems fun! Do any of you know how I become a fish and game warden, what degree should I get, are there any apprenticeship programs that I can apply for, or is there anything else that would help me to know about the career before eventually applying for it? As a follow up question, my understanding of the job is that I would be in a national park or ranch, and watching for illegal poachers and keep the environment safe and clean, is there anything really big about the job that I missed? I would love to get the job eventually, I love the outdoors, and am an aspiring Eagle Scout (I’m first class right now), so please give feedback!
1 answer
Devin Stoker
Devin’s Answer
That's great you found something you're interested in! I have a great respect for the wardens and their work. I am not familiar with how to become one, but I have found that most professionals welcome questions and often are okay with people "shadowing" them while they work to learn more.
I found that the Fish and Game office in Yuma is in district 4 of Arizona. Here is their contact information:
Region IV – Yuma
9140 E. 28th St.
Yuma, AZ 85365
928 342-0091
I would recommend reaching out to see if you could come to their office to learn more. You could also reach out to see if they would be willing to teach, do a tour, or some other activity for your scout troop.
Good luck!
Thanks a lot this will most definitely help me!
James