Since 1993 the Texas Chapter of The Wildlife Society’s Wildlife Conservation Camp has provided has provided a fun and unique week-long experience teaching kids about nature, ecology, and wildlife. If you have a passion for the conservation and management of wildlife and habitat or are interested in pursuing a career in a wildlife or a natural resource related field then this is the summer camp for you!
New Campers
We would love to have you at the Wildlife Conservation Camp! To apply for camp use the button below. Students will be chosen based on the letter of nomination and student application.
Deadline to apply: May 15, 2023
Volunteer Opportunities
Interested in volunteering for Camp? Serving as a Camp Volunteer is a rewarding experience that will teach you valuable leadership skills and provide countless opportunities for networking with fellow natural resource students and professionals.
All application deadlines: May 15, 2023
Returning Campers
Returning Campers serve as team leaders for campers throughout the week of camp. Your valuable experience from previous camps will help guide your team throughout the week.
College Mentors
College graduate or undergraduate students are selected to serve as College Mentors for the week of Camp. Please check our eligibility requirements, we’d love to have you!
Professional Mentors/Presenters
Love to teach? Interested in leading exciting, hands-on activities at Camp? We would love to have your help and hear any ideas you may have.
Courtesy of the Texas Farm Bureau
Thank You to Our 2022 Sponsors
Rob and Bessie Welder Wildlife Foundation • Texas Farm Bureau • Forestry Suppliers, Inc. • Caesar Kleberg Wildlife Research Institute • Texas A&M University Kingsville, Student Chapter TWS • Harte Research Institute • Ed Nycz • The Big Woods On The Trinity • SWCA Environmental Consultants • Tarrant Regional Water District • East Foundation • Texas Wildlife Association • Texas Parks and Wildlife Department • Texas Youth Hunting Program • Slovacek’s Wild Game Processing • Sound Guard Custom Hearing Protection • Olive and Alabaster Candle Co. • Cross Family Ranch