YOUTH VOLUNTEERS

Junior Zookeepers
This popular program, for 11 and 12 year olds, gives young people a chance to shadow zookeepers in the Lacerte Family Children's Zoo with a variety of domesticated creatures. As a Junior Zookeeper, you'll have amazing animal adventures while learning all about animal care, job responsibility and teamwork. Volunteers work one 4 1/2 hour shift per week, morning or afternoon. Spring, summer and fall sessions are offered. Each session lasts approximately three months. Applications are accepted until November 30 for the following calendar year’s programs.

2009 application process is closed for these positions.

Junior Conservation Guide
Teens (ages 13 and up) may apply to become Conservation Guides in the Lacerte Family Children's Zoo. As a volunteer in this area, you'll learn presentation techniques and teaching skills as you help families learn about the diversity of life, the importance of respecting animals and the environment and the need to conserve nature for future generations. Lacerte Family Children's Zoo Conservation Guides focus on a wide variety of animal species. These volunteers are trained in the art of interpretation, using fascinating artifacts and visual aides to stimulate interest and affect attitudes. Volunteers must commit to one 4 1/2 hour shift every week. Applications are accepted until November 30 for the following calendar year’s programs.

2009 application process is closed for these positions.

Junior Camp Counselors
If you are 14 years of age or older, enjoy animals and like to lead children's activities, you'll enjoy being a Junior Camp Counselor during our summer programs. You'll lead campers (Kindergarten through Grade 5) in a variety of games and crafts, as well as assist our instructors during tours and field trips. You'll also join a select group of people trained to handle our education animals. This program runs weekly during June and July. Volunteers must work in full week increments (Monday-Friday). All participants are chosen through an application and interview process. Positions are limited and applications must be received by February 28 for the upcoming summer’s program.