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Explorer Training

The Zoo & You

Date: June 7 - 11, 2010
Time: 8 am - 1 pm
Cost: $20*
Registration Deadline: Wednesday, June 2

It's an exciting week of volunteer training for registered Explorers (teen volunteers). Actual hands-on experiences, job shadowing, assigned duties and other projects will teach teens about the entire zoo operation.

Explorer t-shirts must be worn everyday with appropriate jeans or shorts. Only closed shoes are permitted and students wearing open shoes such as sandals or clogs will not be allowed to work.

*This fee only covers lunches each day and does not cover Explorer registration or t-shirt cost.

Download the Explorer Training Class Registration Form.

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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!

Click here for the Explorer Application.

For more information contact (318) 441-6818, or the Zoo office at 441-6810.

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Explorer Requirements

  • Be at least 14 years of age
  • Completed the 8th grade
  • Write an essay on why he/she wants to volunteer at the zoo
  • Provide two letters of recommendation from adults (teacher, pastor, mentor, club leader, etc...)
  • Sign a commitment to attend training sessions and remain active in the program for one year
  • Pay a $10 Boy Scout registration fee
  • Purchase a uniform shirt ($10)