Our research in parks, recreation, and tourism focuses on the "human dimension" of natural resources, with special focus on outdoor recreation and nature-based tourism.
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Parks, Recreation and Tourism

Our research in parks, recreation, and tourism focuses on the "human dimension" of natural resources, with special focus on outdoor recreation and nature-based tourism.

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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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Charles H. Wheatley Building

From land gift to lasting legacy

Warnell dedicates Building 3 to Charles H. Wheatley

Adam Fox

Seminar: Ancient fish, modern challenges: Gulf Sturgeon in the Apalachicola River

This is a recording of the seminar Ancient Fish, Modern Challenges: Gulf Sturgeon in the Apalachicola River by Dr. Adam Fox, Assistant Professor at the University of Georgia's Warnell School of Forestry and Natural Resources. The seminar was hosted on…

Brent Widener

Seminar: Linking conservation and military missions

This is a recording of the "Linking conservation and military missions" seminar by Brent Widener, Environmental Division Chief at Fort Benning, Georgia. The seminar was hosted on Sept. 4, 2025, as part of the Warnell Seminar Series.

 

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Panther PES Biologist - OPS F&W Biological Scientist III

Full Time
Fort Myers / Southwest Florida,

Position location: Fort Myers, FLResidency Requirement: Southwest FloridaAgency Information: The Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission (FWC) envisions a Florida where fish and wildlife are abundant and thriving in healthy and connected natural landscapes with vital working lands…

PA Farm Bill Wildlife Biologist

Full Time
Montoursville, PA (primary work area covering Lycoming, Clinton, Centre, Union, and Snyder counties),

OVERVIEW: This position is a field-level position on the Conservation Operations Delivery Team.  The successful applicant will be an employee of and supervised by Pheasants Forever and Quail Forever, but the position is made possible through partnerships with the USDA Natural Resources…

IL Precision Ag & Conservation Specialist

Full Time
Central Illinois (location negotiable within project area),

Overview: Pheasants Forever seeks a highly motivated team-oriented individual looking to join adynamic Team, with a passion for wildlife, conservation, agriculture, and technology that has an interest in working with farmers to find conservation solutions. The employee will be a key member of…
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