Ep. 025 What it's Like Being a WI Warden

Summary
Ryan Mannes, a conservation warden in Dodge County, Wisconsin, shares how he started his career as a conservation warden and what the job entails. He encourages anyone with an interest to apply and emphasizes that the work is extremely varied and seasonal.

Highlights
🌳 Ryan Mannes started his natural resources interest during college which led to a love for law enforcement and conservation warden work.
🚶 There is no typical week for a conservation warden, as the work varies seasonally and is very independent in nature.
📝 The application process for becoming a conservation warden opens in spring and includes an initial application, interviews, and physical fitness assessment.
🚣‍♀️ Conservation wardens enforce not only hunting and fishing, but also laws related to snowmobiling, boating, and ATV/UTV use. They also investigate accidents and collisions on land and water.
❤️ Anyone interested in learning more about becoming a conservation warden or doing a ride along can reach out to their local conservation warden or visit the DNR website for more information.

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Thank you very much for this video. I have worked for the Missouri DNR for years, but I'm seriously considering pursuing a Conservation Warden position. I'm currently 38, so I feel if I'm going to do it now is the time. I love Wisconsin and have enjoyed visiting the state over many years.