The Department of Wildlife is always recruiting volunteers for activities in Hunter Education, Angler Education, Interpretation and Tours and Fish Hatcheries. These activities are ongoing and are always in need of assistance.

Additionally, various special volunteer activities are scheduled throughout the year, from bighorn sheep relocation or electrofishing to seed collection and water guzzler construction or maintenance. Check below for the most current volunteer activities, separated by region:

Southern NV | Eastern NV | Western NV

Southern Region
Chris Pietrafeso
(702) 486-5127, ext. 3850


July 2005
Southern Region Volunteer News PDF

Western Region
Contact Kim Toulouse
(775) 688-1893 

PROJECT: Verdi Nature Trail Clean Up

WHAT: Assist in clearing the Verdi Nature Trail of encroaching vegetation and invasive weeds.

WHERE: Verdi - Verdi Nature Center and Trail (Bridge Street)

WHEN: Saturday, August 26, 2006, 8 a.m. - 11 a.m.

LOGISTICS: Please bring gloves, sunscreen and hat. Limited tools are available, so volunteers are asked to bring their own shovels, mattocks, or rakes, if possible. Refreshments and snacks will be provided.

# VOLUNTEERS: 20

 

PROJECT: Wildlife Education Volunteer

WHAT: Assist in leading wildlife and aquatic education programs

WHERE: Reno - Oxbow Nature Studay Area (3100 Dickerson Road)
Verdi - Verdi Nature Center and Trail (Bridge Street)

WHEN : Varies according to group schedule. Usually weekdays from 9 a.m. - 1 p.m.

LOGISTICS : Participants will be trained to conduct and assist with wildlife related programs for groups of all ages, but primarily elementary students.

# VOLUNTEERS : 5-10

 

Some projects listed above are highly variable and weather dependent. Others will require overnight stays in primitive locations. For information on projects, please contact the specified regional volunteer coordinator. Thank you for your contributions towards managing our State’s wildlife resources.