HARRISBURG, Pa. (WHTM) — The Pennsylvania Game Commission is ending its Deputy Game Warden Program.
Through the effort, PGC recruited deputy wardens locally on an as-needed basis, offering $100 per day of service as well as uniforms, a Glock service pistol, a radio and more.
“As part of our ongoing mission to protect Pennsylvania’s wildlife resources, the Pennsylvania Game Commission has made the difficult decision to end the Deputy Game Warden Program within law enforcement,” a PGC spokesperson said in a statement. “This decision reflects our focus on having the most efficient and effective full-time, professional workforce.”
“The Commission is deeply grateful to the committed individuals that volunteered and served as deputy wardens, providing valuable services to the agency and to the people of Pennsylvania,” the statement continued. “The PGC is unwavering in its obligation to serve as the guardian of state wildlife resources for all citizens.”
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No reason was provided regarding why the program is ending.
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