Are you interested in a career as a game warden or perhaps a fisheries or wildlife biologist? The Oklahoma Wildlife Department Youth Camp is and excellent opportunity for youth to explore possible future careers in wildlife management. The entire camp is conducted by game wardens, wildlife and fisheries professionals and dedicated hunters and anglers.
The Camp is June 22-27 at the OU Biological Station, Lake Texoma, OK.
The Camp is open to all youth 14-16 years old. All applicants must have been enrolled in school the previous year and have an interest in wildlife law enforcement or management.
Fishing, self-defense, wildlife law enforcement, archery, wildlife identification, rifle/shotgun shooting, ropes course, wildlife management are just some of the items covered in the Camp.
How to Apply?
Be 14-16 years of age
Write an essay (about 75 words) describing why you wish to attend the Camp, why you should be selected, and what you expect to learn
Provide one letter of recommendation by someone other than a family member
Provide a photograph of recent outdoor related event of activity
Be ready to have a fun week!
Apply now as the number of campers is limited to 35.
An application form for the camp can be downloaded at:
www.wildlifedepartment.com/education/youthcampapp.pdf