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Horticulture

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Assist with maintaining gardens, planting, weeding, mulching, and watering, with the opportunity to support hiking trail maintenance. 

Time Commitments

Volunteers should be available to commit to two shifts each month on a recurring schedule

Available Shifts: March - November, Monday - Friday, 8:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. 

 

Training

On the job training is provided.

Age Requirement

Minimum age requirement is 18 years old.

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Volunteer

There are many rewarding ways to volunteer your time at our park. Opportunities range from gardening to greeting to helping guests feed giraffes!

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Volunteer FAQ

Have questions about the volunteer program? Click here!

Onboarding Timeline to Attend February Orientation

We are excited about your interest in joining our volunteer team and being part of our Zoo community. We offer multiple onboarding cycles to help match varying schedules.

To attend the February Orientation, all onboarding steps listed below must be completed within the designated timeframes to ensure a smooth and successful start.

If your schedule doesn’t allow you to complete these steps at this time, additional opportunities will continue through the coming months. Beginning February 12th, you’ll be able to view the onboarding timeline for the March orientation. 

We appreciate your interest and look forward to connecting with you when the timing is right!

Step 1: Volunteer Interest Form

Click to submit a Volunteer Interest Form 

  • Deadline to submit form: February 11

Step 2: Information Session

Information Sessions will be conducted virtually.

  • February (You will choose ONE date to attend)
    • Friday, February 20 from 10:00 a.m. - 11 a.m. 
    • Saturday, February 21 from 4:00 p.m. - 5 p.m.

Step 3: Orientation

Orientations will be conducted virtually.

  • Must complete step 2 to receive the Zoom link to attend
  • February
    • Saturday, February 28 from 2:00 p.m. - 3:30 p.m.

Step 4: Onsite Zoo Visit

Onsite Zoo Visit 

  • Must complete step 3 to attend
  • March (You will choose ONE date to attend)
    • Saturday, March 7 from 9:00 a.m. - 11:30 a.m.
    • Tuesday, March 10 from 9:00 a.m. - 11:30 a.m.
    • Wednesday, March 11 from 9:00 a.m. - 11:30 a.m.

Step 5: Begin Volunteering! 

  • After all onboarding steps have been completed, you can begin volunteering

Step 6: Onsite Training

  • Complete training during first volunteer shift