Wildlife Management Areas may be closed to the public except by prior permission. Tours not available at all sites. Contact area managers for details. Camp or Park Host Volunteers live in state parks and assist park staff in a variety of activities from interpretation and maintenance to visitor assistance. Contact park of choice or Austin headquarters for details.
Interns observe, participate, and assist in parks and wildlife projects.
Classroom teachers have a unique opportunity as Teacher Interns to exchange ideas and expertise with TPW staff as they collaborate on education and outreach projects. Teachers provide insight and classroom experience for TPW projects, and gain conservation information to use back in their classrooms. WILD Learn how to teach ecology, wildlife and environmental concepts through this nationally-known training for teachers and adults working with youth groups. Activities can be adapted for all levels, and integrated with core subject curricula. Includes comprehensive, teacher-tested handbooks.