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Study the ecology and health of waterways—whether that's a pond, lake, river, or ocean. With Georgia's variety of habitat and aquatic life, students learn from a variety of experiences and ecosystems.

Fisheries and Aquatic Sciences

Study the ecology and health of waterways—whether that's a pond, lake, river, or ocean. With Georgia's variety of habitat and aquatic life, students learn from a variety of experiences and ecosystems.

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A Commitment to our Natural World.

How will our students change the world? Our programs explore the ways our forests, waterways, soils, and animals can thrive. Choose from these areas: 

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If your timber was damaged due to Hurricane Helene and the property is located in the designated disaster area (Figure 1), you may qualify for a Georgia income tax credit. Don’t wait! Preapproval applications must be submitted by December 31st, 2025.…

By 9 a.m., more than 40 vehicles had already crunched into the lot at Flinchum’s Phoenix in Warnell’s Whitehall Forest.

Fall brings cooler temperatures and changing leaves, but it doesn’t always put an end to tree insect activity. Some pests remain active well into the season and can leave visible damage in branches and crowns, especially…

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Conservation Internship Positions

Seasonal, Temporary, Internship
Social Circle, GA,

The Wildlife Resources Division's Wildlife Conservation Section (WCS) office in Social Circle is excited to announce two 40-hour/week internship positions available for summer 2026. These internships are designed for early-career conservation professionals seeking hands-on experience across various…

FT Fish & Wildlife Management Technology Instructor

Full Time
Clyde, NC,

Primary Purpose of PositionPrimarily instruction and public service and those forms of research which promote and enhance the college’s commitment to excellence in instruction and which supports the current needs of the students and faculty. Faculty members are responsible to the Dean or Program…

Vallier Treehaven Ecologist

Full Time
Tomahawk, Wisconsin,

🌿 We’re Hiring! Join the Treehaven Team - Extended Application Deadline🌿Help shape the future of natural resources education, research, and land stewardship at Treehaven—UW-Stevens Point’s premier field station. We’re looking for a passionate conservation leader to advance…