The refuge welcomes volunteers in a variety of fields and interests. Volunteers can help the refuge in the following disciplines:

• Interpretation and Environmental Education – greet visitors to the Visitor Center; update signs and kiosks; provide computer support; assist with educational programs and teacher orientation; lead field trips and assist with any special events.
• Resource Management –assist with wildlife surveys and water level management; help control invasive species; and other biological activities.
• Maintenance – assist with trail maintenance, building maintenance, mowing and trimming, and other construction projects.
• Administration – assist employees with answering telephones, filing, data input and other office duties.

Electric and water hook-ups are available for Volunteers with recreational vehicles at the refuge. Contact the Refuge Volunteer Coordinator for more information. Send inquiries to: Mingo National Wildlife Refuge, Attention: Volunteer Coordinator, 24279 State Highway 51, Puxico, MO 63960 or call (573) 222-3589

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Youth Conservation Corps Summer Employment Opportunity

Mingo National Wildlife Refuge will sponsor a Youth Conservation Corps (YCC) employment program for the summer of 2013. This is a long standing educational work program at the refuge, spanning 30+ years. The eight-week educational work program, scheduled from June 3 to July 26, 2013, is for young men and women, 15 through 18 years of age. For more information on the YCC program and how to apply download the flyer below:

YCC Flyer

Applications must be received or postmarked no later than 4:00 p.m. Friday May 3, 2013 at refuge headquarters in Puxico (Mingo NWR, 24279 State Hwy 51, Puxico, MO 63960). Anyone with questions or in need of an application can stop by the office, or call the refuge office at 573-222-3589, or the application can be downloaded below.

YCC Application