Texas Game Wardens

The application period for the 65th Game Warden Cadet Class is open until October 4th, 2021.

Texas Game Wardens

Two Game Wardens standing in a skiff on lake patrol
Game Warden on patrol in the Devils River area in a kayak
Game Warden assisting a child with attaching a bobber while fishing
Game Warden on a lake patrol in West Texas
Game Warden Cadet on obstacle course while in the training academy
Two Game Wardens on river patrol on the Rio Grande
Two Game Wardens checking an oyster boat harvest in Galveston Bay
Game Warden on vehicle patrol in far West Texas
Game Warden Honor Guard at a funeral in East Texas

Texas Parks and Wildlife Department

To manage and conserve the natural and cultural resources of Texas and to provide hunting, fishing and outdoor recreation opportunities for the use and enjoyment of present and future generations.

Specialized Teams: How Texas Game Wardens have Diversified and Expanded for Various Needs

See this November 2019 article about our diversified and expanded needs from the Texas Wildlife Association's Texas Wildlife magazine.

Game Warden Strategic Plan

Our agency mission is to manage and conserve the natural and cultural resources of Texas and to provide hunting, fishing and outdoor recreation opportunities for the use and enjoyment of present and future generations.

Sky Rescue: Helicopter Search and Rescue Team

“Any natural disaster and we will go.” Since 1895 our Texas Game Wardens have played a critical role in protecting Texas. They are here to help the citizens of Texas with an integrated team of professionals.

From well-trained helicopter pilots to K-9 teams to sonar-equipped dive teams, they risk their lives to protect others. From swift water rescue boats to helicopter hoists, there is no value that can be placed upon losing a human life.

Your Texas Game Wardens strive to maintain funding levels to have an appropriate response to persons in need in Texas.