Most people think of the local game warden as someone they don't want to have any run-ins with. Afraid he may check their license, or write them a ticket that they don't think they deserve. Or maybe someone that just wants to harrass them while out in their boat. In this article, I will try to break down some of the things a Game Warden has to deal with on a daily basis, and then see if you feel the same way.
A person cannot even put in an application to be a game warden without a high school diploma, and the full cerification of a police officer.
To qualify for some of the better jobs, he even has to have a college degree.
He doesn't make near the money that most US citizens make, and has to put in probably twice the hours of the average worker.
He may have to work in the middle of the night. He always works holidays, and weekends when everyone else is out enjoying the outdoors.
Sure he has vacation, sick days, and partially paid insurance benefits.
Shouldn't he?
And he has a retirement plan. Not as good as you may think.
He has more to do than just patrol the woodlands and the waterways. He's responsible for weed control, wildlife food plots, controlled burning, mowing, tree planting, and various habitat improvement functions.
Their responsible for keeping an eye on the fish populations in the lakes and streams that we all take for granted.
There's not much room for advancements unless they want to move to another region when they have the seniority to do so.
And in times like we live in now, never know if they'll be coming home or not when dealing with poachers and thieves. They have families too!
Too many times you read about wardens that have been shot or killed while on duty. This should run cold shivers up the spine of all outdoorsmen alike. This person is doing a job he loves, and helping keep our woods and waters safe for us and our families. He's making sure we have ample game to hunt, and an abundance of fish in our waters to catch.
I guess what I'm trying to say is, the next time a game warden checks your license, or checks to see how many fish you have, or maybe just stops to chit chat with you. Don't be afraid to tell them that you appreciate what they do, and you're behind them 100%. Make the people feel like they really are helping and people do appreciate them for what they do. THEY FULLY DESERVE OUR MANY THANKS!!
Once again we try to look at all aspects of the great outdoors. At BBM, we want to hear from our readers. If you have something you would like to know more about, ask it in one of our forums. Someone here will definately get you an answer.
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www.legal-criminal-justice-schools.com/
A person cannot even put in an application to be a game warden without a high school diploma, and the full cerification of a police officer.
To qualify for some of the better jobs, he even has to have a college degree.
He doesn't make near the money that most US citizens make, and has to put in probably twice the hours of the average worker.
He may have to work in the middle of the night. He always works holidays, and weekends when everyone else is out enjoying the outdoors.
Sure he has vacation, sick days, and partially paid insurance benefits.
Shouldn't he?
And he has a retirement plan. Not as good as you may think.
He has more to do than just patrol the woodlands and the waterways. He's responsible for weed control, wildlife food plots, controlled burning, mowing, tree planting, and various habitat improvement functions.
Their responsible for keeping an eye on the fish populations in the lakes and streams that we all take for granted.
There's not much room for advancements unless they want to move to another region when they have the seniority to do so.
And in times like we live in now, never know if they'll be coming home or not when dealing with poachers and thieves. They have families too!
Too many times you read about wardens that have been shot or killed while on duty. This should run cold shivers up the spine of all outdoorsmen alike. This person is doing a job he loves, and helping keep our woods and waters safe for us and our families. He's making sure we have ample game to hunt, and an abundance of fish in our waters to catch.
I guess what I'm trying to say is, the next time a game warden checks your license, or checks to see how many fish you have, or maybe just stops to chit chat with you. Don't be afraid to tell them that you appreciate what they do, and you're behind them 100%. Make the people feel like they really are helping and people do appreciate them for what they do. THEY FULLY DESERVE OUR MANY THANKS!!
Once again we try to look at all aspects of the great outdoors. At BBM, we want to hear from our readers. If you have something you would like to know more about, ask it in one of our forums. Someone here will definately get you an answer.
mdwfp.com/forums/topic.asp?TOPIC
www.legal-criminal-justice-schools.com/
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