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The Wyoming Game and Fish Department invites current college students and recent graduates interested in a career in conservation to Whiskey Mountain Conservation Camp in Dubois Aug. 14-17, to learn how to pursue a successful career in the outdoors at the newly created Wyoming Collegiate Conservation Symposium camp.
The Department reports participants will gain hands-on experience and learn directly from seasoned Game and Fish employees. This immersive program is designed to equip students with the skills and knowledge necessary to pursue a successful career in the outdoors.
What you will learn:
Career paths: Explore various career opportunities within Game and Fish.
Role of wardens: Understand the crucial role of wardens in conservation and their job expectations.
Role of habitat, fish and wildlife biologists: Gain insights into the responsibilities and contributions of the department’s field biologists.
Effective presentation skills: Develop your ability to present information clearly and effectively.
Research questions: Learn how to frame research questions to address management issues.
Personality styles: Explore common dimensions and traits of personality styles and enhance your ability to work with people of different personality types.
Resume and cover letter writing: Receive guidance on crafting effective resumes and cover letters.
A $50 cost to join the program includes food and lodging. Scholarships are available for those who feel the program fee is a barrier to participation. To be considered for a scholarship, contact william.poole@wyo.gov.
The deadline to apply is 11:59 p.m. MST June 30. Space is limited for this opportunity to learn, connect, and grow.
The Game and Fish invite interested students to apply today.
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Last modified: June 13, 2025