Serve Where It Matters (S.W.I.M.)
Applications are now open! Schools that are interested in having their students attend can click here to register.
Are you a high school student interested in a career as a game warden?
Serve Where It Matters (S.W.I.M.) is a behind-the-scenes look at the Arkansas Game and Fish Commission’s enforcement division. High school students across the state are invited to join game wardens for a few hours, learning and experiencing first-hand what our dedicated public servants accomplish in an everyday setting.
Three regional events will be available for students, limited to 100 attendees each. In each session, you will hear more about:
- Special Operations: Learn more about the specialized areas game wardens can pursue, including work with K-9 units, Dive Team, UAS (Drone) team and the tradition of our Honor Guard.
- The Front Lines: Hear the real stories of the reality of patrolling remote areas solo, conducting surveillance on poaching operations, enforcing boating under the influence (BUI) laws and the technical side of investigating wildlife crimes.
- The Path Forward: Gain a clear roadmap on how to transition from a high school senior to a cadet in the Academy.
| Date | Region | Location |
|---|---|---|
| April 23 Morning Session: 9-11 a.m. Afternoon Session: Noon-2 p.m. | Central Arkansas | AGFC Enforcement Training Center 213 Arkansas 89, Mayflower, AR 72106 |
| April 27 Morning Session: 9-11 a.m. Afternoon Session: Noon-2 p.m. | Northeast Arkansas | AGFC Forrest L. Wood Crowley’s Ridge Nature Center 600 E Lawson Rd, Jonesboro, AR 72404 |
| April 30 Morning Session: 9-11 a.m. Afternoon Session: Noon-2 p.m. | South Arkansas | South Arkansas College 413 W Block St, El Dorado, AR 71730 |
Contact:
R. Landon Mills
K-9 Coordinator/Enforcement Division Recruiter
Phone
(870) 209-5615
Email
robert.mills@agfc.ar.gov
Note on Parking: Due to the specialized nature of our facilities, on-site parking is extremely limited.
- Schools are required to drop off and pick up students at the designated session times.
- Personal vehicles for every student cannot be accommodated. Please plan for buses to ensure a smooth transition between the morning and afternoon sessions.