How Do You Become A Louisiana Game Warden?
Louisiana is a wondrous state of natural beauty, including marshlands, bayous, swamps, forests and lakes and the beaches bordering the Gulf of Mexico. Many of these natural spots are popular tourist and resident destinations and there has to be someone to police these areas and make sure the rules of the county and state are followed. The people who perform this duty are called game wardens. Here’s how to become a Louisiana Game Warden (more commonly known as a wildlife enforcement agent). Meet minimum eligibility requirements for applying. There are a few ways to become eligible for service with the Louisiana Department of Wildlife and Fisheries (LDWF). One way is by having two years of previous experience as a full-time peace officer with the power to arrest. Another way to become eligible is to complete at least 60 semester hours from an accredited university or college. Those with an Associate’s degree are also eligible. Finally, applicants with four years of (continuous) active mi
