Volunteer Opportunities

Zoo Camp Jr. Counselor

Ages 13-17

Are you interested in wildlife? Would you like to be a small group leader of children’s activities? If so, apply to volunteer in our Zoo Camp Junior Counselor program. Spend a fun and rewarding summer assisting kids to understand and appreciate the natural world. You will help campers ages 3-11 with a variety of activities, art projects and games.

Application deadline: May 13, 2024

Jr. Counselor Vol. Application

Volunteer Groups

Have a group looking for a fun volunteer opportunity? We are searching for school clubs, organizations, and families to volunteer for our special events, Ice Cream Zoofari and Zoo Boo. Assist with activities, crafts, and serving food. It’s great way to get involved and have some fun!

If interested, groups of 5 people or more, and 13 years and older, are encouraged to contact volunteer@fresnochaffeezoo.org.

Zookeeper Assistant

Ages 18 and older
If you are interested in helping out with animals in a variety of ways, then this could be a great opportunity for you! It’s a great learning experience and allows the opportunity to interact with zookeepers. Gain knowledge on the husbandry of our animals. Application and a negative TB test are required.

Zookeeper Asst. Volunteer Application