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Alameda Park Zoo Volunteer
ORGANIZATION: Alameda Park Zoo
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- A group opportunity. Invite your friends.
-
2 people are interested
Volunteer Opportunities
At Alameda Park Zoo, volunteers play a crucial role in enhancing the experience for our visitors and supporting our animals. Here’s how you can contribute:
- Education Center/Reptile Room: Help visitors learn about our animals through interactive exhibits and programs.
- Special Events: Assist with planning and support during events like Earth Day, Halloween Nights, and Zoobilee.
- Animal Enrichment: Help design and build engaging enrichment items for our animals.
- Zoo Beautification: Participate in projects to maintain and enhance our beautiful zoo grounds.
- Earth Day Planning Group: Collaborate with a team to plan activities and displays for our Earth Day celebration.
Earth Day Celebration: Saturday, April 19, 2025, 10:00 AM - 4:00 PM
This year’s theme, "Our Planet, Our Responsibility," highlights sustainability and conservation. Volunteers can assist with event planning, setup, guest engagement, and activity facilitation.
We invite you to attend our upcoming orientation to learn more about these opportunities and take the first step toward joining our volunteer team.
Date: Thursday, February 8, 2025
Time: 10:00 AM - 11:30 AM
Location: Alameda Park Zoo Education Center
At the orientation, we’ll:
- Introduce the various volunteer roles and responsibilities.
- Provide details about upcoming events, including Earth Day.
- Walk you through the application process and required background check.
More opportunities with Alameda Park Zoo
No additional volunteer opportunities at this time.
About Alameda Park Zoo
Location:
1021 N White Sand Blvd, Alamogordo, NM 88310, US
Mission Statement
At Alameda Park Zoo, we are dedicated to inspiring a love for wildlife and nature through education, conservation, and meaningful connections with animals. Our mission is to protect and celebrate biodiversity while fostering a deeper understanding of the natural world for the benefit of our community and future generations.
Description
Alameda Park Zoo is a community-focused zoo in Alamogordo, New Mexico, dedicated to wildlife conservation, education, and providing a family-friendly space to connect with animals. Home to over 175 animals from 70 species, we inspire appreciation for nature and foster environmental stewardship.
CAUSE AREAS
Animals,
Education & Literacy,
Environment
WHEN
We'll work with your schedule.
WHERE
1021 North White Sands BoulevardAlamogordo, NM 88310
(32.9001 ,-105.96083 )
DATE POSTED
January 16, 2025
SKILLS
GOOD FOR
- Teens
- People 55+
- Public Groups
- Private Groups
REQUIREMENTS
- This is a Done in a Day opportunity and there is no prior training or ongoing commitment needed.
- Must be at least 16
- 4 hours a month
Private Group Details
- Group Size Range 1 - 50+
- Event can be held at a volunteer group location (e.g. office, park) or at organization location(s)
- No Donation