Fish and Game Warden

Mr. David Fox, a fish and game warden in South Carolina, spoke to students about his career. Fish and game wardens help protect wildlife, enforce fishing, hunting, and boating laws, and patrol water areas including lakes and beaches.

To be a game warden, you need a four year college degree. The average salary is $56,030. Many game wardens work long hours outdoors. Mr. Fox stated that as a game warden, "you'll work on holidays, too."  Many fish and game wardens are required to wear a uniform and may carry firearms.

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Game Warden

Mr. David Fox, a South Carolina Game Warden, spoke to forty-five students about his profession. Game Wardens ensure that hunting and fishing regulations are being followed. They patrol assigned areas to prevent fishing and gaming violations. Mr. Fox stated that on minimum a two-year college degree is required for this profession. However, he said, that a four year college degree is preferred. Some Game Wardens major in criminal justice, biology, marine biology, and/or forestry. The average salary range is $30,000 to $50,000. Due to popular demand, Mr. Fox will be back at Landrum in October to discuss his profession with another group of students.