Teen Volunteers

About the Explorer Post

The Zoo Explorer Post is a coed program of Boy Scouts of America. It is sponsored by the City of Alexandria. Explorers offer volunteer service to the Zoo through a variety of duties that include zookeeper assistance, special events, grounds maintenance, construction and education programs.

Not only will your service help the zoo and its programs, but volunteer work is a great addition to your resume! Training sessions are held once a year in June.

Be at least 14 - 18 years of age and have completed the 8th grade

Turn in a complete registration packet including:

• Two letters of recommendation from adults in the community
• Typed one page essay stating why you want to be an Explorer
• Completed registration form
• Completed Health History form

Completed interview set up by Explorer supervisor

Sign a commitment to attend training sessions and remain active in the program for one year

Attend a mandatory one week training session in June

Registration fee (to be paid once granted admission into program) includes:

• Boy Scout Annual Fee: $10 which provides insurance through BSA
• Zoo Fee: $10 which provides uniform shirt and name tag

Must wear uniform shirt with proper attire

Must attend meetings (the first Monday of each month unless stated otherwise)

Must volunteer a MINIMUM of 50 hours during the summer (June and July)

Must volunteer a MINIMUM of 30 hours during the fall (August - December)

Must volunteer a MINIMUM of 30 hours during the spring (January - May)

Must attend any training sessions held for Explorers

Must obey rules and regulations set forth by the Zoo and BSA