WDFW Volunteer Opportunities-(2026-03627

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WDFW Volunteer

The Washington Department of Fish and Wildlife (WDFW) welcomes volunteers of all abilities who want to contribute to conservation of fish, wildlife, and habitat.

Diverse volunteer opportunities are available, including projects on state wildlife areas and water access areas, habitat restoration projects, Hunter Education instruction, and assisting at outreach events.

Department staff and volunteers work to exemplify the following values:

• Accountability
  , we hold ourselves and each other responsible for acting consistent with our values and mission.
• Service
  , we add value to Washington communities and seek to improve the public’s experience.
• Professionalism
  , we serve in a manner that reflects positively on the Department and on ourselves.
• Integrity
  , we are consistently open, honest, ethical, and genuine in our actions.
• Respect
  , we treat each other with dignity.
• Empathy
  , we take time to understand and appreciate others.

• Volunteer for 24 hours on WDFW-approved projects on WDFW-managed lands and you can earn a complimentary annual Discover Pass.
• Eligible projects are located on “Discover Pass required” posted sites managed by WDFW, including wildlife areas and recreational water access areas.
• Eligible projects may include stewardship, interpretation, and data collection and analysis (such as community science projects) that enhance staff efforts to successfully manage fish, wildlife, and habitat on Department lands.
• For more information about how to qualify for a complimentary pass, visit the Discover Pass website or contact your volunteer supervisor.

As part of WDFW’s efforts to advance respectful and inclusive work environments, the Agency expects inclusivity as part of our professional interactions and communications. Therefore, we want to ensure that all individuals feel welcome, are treated fairly and respectfully. All staff are empowered to fully contribute to serving their work unit, Agency, and the citizens of Washington.

The Department of Fish and Wildlife is an equal opportunity employer.

We strive to create a working environment that includes and respects cultural, racial, ethnic, sexual orientation and gender identity diversity.

Women, racial and ethnic minorities, persons of disability, persons over 40 years of age, disabled and Vietnam era veterans and people of all sexual orientations and gender identities are encouraged to apply.