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11-27-2007 | 04:47 PM

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RE: how do you become a deer biologist?

I am a student at Virginia Tech and I am majoring in crop producion. I would like to further my education by majoring in Whitetail Biology but I am not sure what schools in Virginia offer this major. Do you have any ideas as to what schools might offer this major in Virginia?
- Tyler Knarr 11/29/2004, ID=2378

[blockquote]Tyler: Of all the questions I receive on deer, this has to be one of the most commonly asked. If you are a "deer-a-holic", colleges such as Mississippi State University, University of Georgia, or Texas A&M would be good choices. Although you may want to stay in Virginia their schools are not known as the better deer colleges. Please listen to me. If you are really interested in deer biology, you MUST go elsewhere! Employers are always looking for job experience and diversity. The best decision I have ever made in my college career was to switch schools from Penn State to Texas A&M to West Virginia. Yes, I was a professional student for 8 1/2 years.
Because of the intense competition within the profession, plan on going for a Master's degree in wildlife management/biology. Sure you can get a job with a 4-year degree, but nowadays most folks are looking for advanced degrees. You should know that the wildlife profession does NOT pay very well. In fact, you can plan on eating pinto beans and cornbread for years. But, if you want it, and I mean really want it, the job as a wildlife biologist has many benefits. Once you get a job your next challenge is convincing your spouse that your work is not only your hobby, but your hobby is your work! Good luck and keep the fire burning!
C.J. Winand - Wildlife Biologist

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