They may issue deer hunting licenses, conduct hunter safety training, and assist in controlled hunt planning. They may participate in rescue operations. They may investigate coastal water pollution. Occasionally, they speak at civic, sporting, and conservation events. The area they patrol may include urban areas, lakes, rivers, mountains, deserts, or marine off-shore areas.
Wardens frequently work in thick brush or dense woods.
Occasionally, they may have to handle wild animals and run the risk of bites and scratches. Because they are peace officers, they wear a uniform and carry a weapon. Although wardens work primarily in the field, they may do some of their work in offices. The following information is from the California Projections of Employment published by the Labor Market Information Division. Only modest growth will occur in this occupation, because of limited budgetary resources.