. VOLUNTEERING Volunteers are a very important part of any zoo, and this fact is also true of the Abilene Zoo. There are several volunteer opportunities to fit a variety of interests. ADULT VOLUNTEERS We have several opportunities available for those 18 and older who are looking for a different type of volunteer activity. ANIMAL CARE: If you are interested in working with the zoo keepers in a more direct way this is the place for you. Animal care volunteers will assist keepers with the daily husbandry responsibilities including feeding, cleaning, and exhibit maintenance. In order to be a volunteer in the animal care department we ask for a time commitment of at least 4 hours a week. HORTICULTURE: Do you love working in gardens? The Abilene Zoo need you! Volunteers in this area will assist the keepers with the responsibility of caring for the various gardens in and around the zoo. In order to be a volunteer in the horticulture department we ask for a time commitment of 3 hours a week. SPECIAL EVENTS: Occasionally we need volunteers for special activities. If you are just looking to volunteer for special events - please let us know! If you are interested in being a volunteer at the zoo please contact Joy Harsh at joy.harsh@abilenetx.com or download a volunteer application and return it to us. Download Adult Volunteer Application
EDUCATION SECTION The Abilene Zoo is looking for volunteers to work with the Education Department. Education volunteers will be able to help with on-site programs, camps, care and training of education animals, and other educational events. Adult volunteer in the Education Department will be required to go through a training session. If you are interested in working with the Education Department please contact Joy Harsh, Education Curator, at (325) 676-6487 or joy.harsh@abilenetx.com. ZOO TEENS 2008 We are no longer taking applications for the Zoo Teen Program. Please check back next year!
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