Point Defiance Zoo & Aquarium

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Zoo Guides (ages 14-18 and Grades 9-12)

• Do you love nature, the environment, or animals?
• Do you enjoy learning new things, sharing your knowledge, and making a difference?
• Are you between the ages of 14 and 18?
• Will you be entering 9th through 12th grade?

...then why not join the Zoo Guides at Point Defiance Zoo & Aquarium!  As a Zoo Guide you will increase and share your knowledge of animals, conservation and the environment while gaining valuable volunteer experience in a zoo and aquarium setting.

Zoo Guides:

• Talk with Zoo Guests and Camp Participants about the animals in our exhibit areas.
• Educate Zoo Guests and Summer Camp Participants on a variety of animal, conservation and environmental issues.
• Guide activities in animal exhibit areas to encourage both children and adults to think about their place in the natural world and the role they can take in its conservation.
• Work with Summer Camp staff to offer an exciting learning opportunity to children ages 4 to 12.
• Set up and provide instruction with crafts, activities and games for Summer Camp participants.
• Help camp staff to guide campers around zoo grounds while observing animals, attending keeper talks, and going on behind-the-scenes tours.
• Interact with Zoo Guests and Camp Participants of all ages in a fun and educational setting.

Please Note:  Zoo Guides DO NOT assist with animal care.

The application period for 2013 Zoo Guides is CLOSED.