Volunteer
Like Arkansas’s natural resources, the Arkansas Game and Fish Commission’s educational programs depend on the support of people with a passion for the natural world.
Volunteers are the lifeblood of regional conservation education efforts. They assist staff in supporting agency initiatives and programming from trail building to outdoor education courses. Everyone has something to contribute to the outdoors, and we encourage people from all walks of life to participate.
Volunteerism benefits our facilities and our visitors, but there’s no feeling quite like sharing your passion for the outdoor world with a newcomer. Your time and enthusiasm are not only among the least-expensive ways to help, they’re the greatest and most appreciated donations you can give.
Certified Educator Instructor Positions
A trap shooting coach is responsible for teaching firearm safety, proper shotgun fundamentals, and the mental/physical techniques required to break clay targets consistently. They diagnose performance issues, customize gun fit to the shooter, and promote a fun, safe, and competitive environment for beginners to advanced athletes.
To become a coach, the participant MUST be 21 years of age and pass a Background Check and pass the course exam. Participants must also
demonstrate their ability to handle firearms safely and shoot a Trap event.
Click here to apply to become a certified Youth Shooting Sports Instructor!
A hunter education instructor’s primary responsibility is to train students covered by the Arkansas Hunter Education Program. By reaching the student through the three main areas of learning, (knowledge, skill, and attitude) the instructor will help the student realize his overall responsibilities as a true sportsman. Each student who completes the course will receive instruction in firearms and ammunition safety, hunter ethics, the history of hunting, muzzleloading safety, bow and crossbow archery safety, survival and first aid.
Prospective instructors must have completed an Arkansas Hunter
Education student course prior to enrolling in an instructor course and must be at least 21 years of age. Junior instructors must be at least 18 years old and must be assisted by a senior instructor when conducting a student class. Prospective instructors must complete and successfully pass a background check provided by the Arkansas Game and Fish Commission.
Click here to apply to become a certified Hunter Education Instructor!
A Boater Education Instructor’s primary responsibility is to train students
covered by the Arkansas Boater Education Program. By reaching the student through the three main areas of learning (knowledge, skill, and attitude) the instructor should help the student realize their overall responsibilities as a true sportsman on the water. Each student who completes the course should receive instruction in boats, equipment, navigation, boating laws, safety on the water, emergency measures, and the skipper’s duties.
Prospective instructors must have completed the basic student course to enrolling in an instructor course and must be at least 21 years of age. Junior instructors must be at least 18 years old and must be assisted by a senior instructor when conducting a student class. Prospective instructors are subject to a background investigation through their local Wildlife Officer and/or Regional Education Coordinator.
Click here to apply to become a certified Boater Education Instructor!
A Bowhunter Education Instructor’s primary responsibility is to train students covered by the Arkansas Bowhunter Education Program. By reaching the student through the three main areas of learning (knowledge, skill, and attitude) the instructor should help the student realize their overall responsibilities as a true sportsman. Each student who completes the course
should receive information on archery-specific safety, ethics, and techniques to hunters, covering topics like shot placement, equipment, and tree stand safety.
Prospective instructors must have completed the basic student course to enrolling in an instructor course and must be at least 21 years of age. Junior instructors must be at least 18 years old and must be assisted by a senior instructor when conducting a student class. Prospective instructors are subject to a background investigation through their local Wildlife Officer and/or Regional Education Coordinator.
Click here to apply to become a certified Bowhunter Education Instructor!
Volunteer with AGFC
Like Arkansas’s natural resources, the Arkansas Game and Fish Commission’s educational programs depend on support from people with a passion for the natural world. Volunteers drive regional conservation education efforts by assisting staff in supporting agency initiatives and programming – everything from trail building and WMA maintenance to teaching outdoor education courses. Everyone has something to contribute to the outdoors, and we encourage people from all walks of life to participate. Whether you have years of experience or are looking to start, there are dozens of locations available across the state to help get you on the track you want.
For School Districts:
Students in the class of 2027 and beyond are now required to complete community service to earn a high school diploma in Arkansas. (ACT 237 of 2023, pages 38-39).
This law includes that students earn 15 hours of community service in 9th grade, and 20 hours each year for grades 10, 11, and 12 equal to 75 hours of service required for graduation.
School administrators are invited to complete the form below to become endorsed with AGFC for youth volunteer opportunities to fulfill the required hours.
Looking For Other Opportunities?
U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service
Volunteer.gov Federal Agency Opportunities
