Our mission begins with the words, "Working with others." We invite you to join us in conserving wildlife and wild places for today and for generations to come.

You can get involved by volunteering, partnering, sampling learning opportunities, taking part in education programs, and attending events. You can also comment on proposed rules and notices. Here’s how.

Volunteering

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Common Volunteer Opportunities

Back by popular demand, we are doing a SECOND Litter League! Litter pick-up is a necessary part of keeping our refuge a welcoming place for all. Please plan to meet at the front entrance to the Visitor Center. From there we will divide up and head to our project sites. Materials to bring are closed...
Visitor Center Hosts needed for November & December 2024Ash Meadows is the Galapagos of the Mojave DesertAsh Meadows National Wildlife Refuge [AMNWR] is an internationally recognized site for the conservation of 26 endemic plant and animal species that live amongst the 50 springs and seeps in...
Our fishing areas at Fowler Beach Rd and Petersfield Ditch are a mess! In order to provide a higher quality recreational opportunity, we need some help! We're looking for a few people or a family/group to do a weekly clean up at one or both locations. Adopt-a-fishing spot! We'll provide the...

Careers and Internships

Are you passionate about conservation, science, nature, plants and wildlife? A career with us might be just what you’re looking for. It might also be the ticket if you’re into law enforcement, information technology, maintenance, real estate, engineering, communication, cartography, finance, budgeting and more. 

Join us in advancing our mission of working with others to conserve, protect, and enhance, fish, wildlife, plants, and their habitats for the continuing benefit of the American people. 

Partnering With FWS

Partners are valuable allies to the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service and play a vital role in meeting the Service's conservation goals.

Featured Partners

Here are just a few of our nationals partners. You can view the full list of FWS partners, along with the regions and areas of focus our work together entails.

Learning Opportunities

We offer many types of learning opportunities including formal and informal training. Some of the education we offer includes job training, career enhancement training, and education for environmental or technical professionals and students.

Education Programs

The Fish and Wildlife Service offers many great education programs.

Young Explorers Club Flyer
Calling all preschoolers! The Savannah National Wildlife Refuge hosts a monthly environmental education program geared specifically for 3- and 4-year old children. The programs are held the 1st Tuesday of each month, from 10 - 11 AM, and feature a different nature-related topic. Young Explorer's...
Albatross on Midway Atoll surrounded by marine debris.
Give your student's a first hand experience by dissecting a bolus in your classroom! Learn about the effects of marine debris on sea birds. Request boluses for your class and use activity sheets, pictures, and videos to better inform the future generation of conservationists on the impacts of...

Proposed Rules and Notices Open for Comment

Rulemaking is the policy-making process for agencies of the federal government. Each rule goes through a structured reviewing timeline, including a period for public comments. View policy open for public comment on regulations.gov.

Regulations.gov

Events

The Fish and Wildlife Service hosts many public events at sites across the country.

Outdoor Activity
FREE. Pea Island is for the birds - actually! Pea Island National Wildlife Refuge has close to 400 species of birds that live here or pass through. Whether you're a beginner or an expert, you'll enjoy this casual stroll beside North Pond. Field guides, binoculars, sunscreen, and insect repellent...
Pea Island National Wildlife Refuge
Visitor Center
Outdoor Activity

The Latte Village Tour is a three-mile guided hike along a shoreline and jungle path where visitors will be able to experience an ancient CHamoru village untouched since the late seventeenth century, including the remnants of several latte homes and other cultural artifacts....

Guam National Wildlife Refuge
Nature Center
Outdoor Activity

Volunteer to keep Ritidian Beach beautiful at the Guam National Wildlife Refuge every first Saturday of the month. Pick up any trash and marine debris while walking along the scenic beach/trail. Gloves, trash bags, buckets, and a limited number of trash grabbers are provided. All participants...

Guam National Wildlife Refuge
Nature Center

Get Involved Stories

woman reels in small fish while man watches intently
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Report Offers a Snapshot of Hunters and Anglers in the U.S.
Released last year, the 2022 National Survey of Fishing, Hunting, and Wildlife-Associated Recreation indicates that hunting and fishing remain highly important outdoor pursuits in the United States. However, there are a number of indications that participation in fishing and hunting has been...
Visitors on a large black walkway at top a bluff are walking and making chalk art. The walk way is surrounded by lush green vegetation and an ocean cove can be seen on the left side.
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National Wildlife Refuge Week Oct. 15-19
Every second full week of October National Wildlife Refuge Week celebrates the great network of lands and waters that conserves and protects America’s precious wildlife heritage.
Colorful animals illustration
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Conectando a los niños de habla hispana con la naturaleza
La misión del Servicio consiste en conservar la naturaleza y conectar a las personas con ella para el beneficio de las futuras generaciones. Realizamos este trabajo donde se encuentran las personas: en los paisajes, sí, pero también en nuestros espacios digitales. Y a pesar de nuestro nombre, la...
Colorful animals illustration
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Connecting Spanish-speaking Kids with Nature
The Service mission is about conserving nature – and connecting people with nature – for the benefit of future generations. We do this work where people are - on the landscape, yes, but also in our digital spaces. And despite our name, the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service conservation mission extends...
Fort Valley State University students, dressed for hunting, stand on dirt road at sunrise.
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Academics Afield Program Builds Hunting Communities and Increases Outdoor Access at HBCUs
College is often a time of self-discovery, and many students seek out new experiences through campus clubs, studying abroad, and trying new activities. Academics Afield is a college learn-to-hunt program created by the Georgia Wildlife Federation in 2019 that aims to introduce students to shooting...
zebra mussel nestled in a marimo moss ball
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Zebra mussels aren't "mossing" around
On August 5, 2024, zebra mussel-infested Marimo moss balls were detected at an aquarium wholesaler in Washington state. This incident serves as an important reminder to remain vigilant and take action to ensure your aquariums and waterways stay zebra mussel free!