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1 person is interested
Oglebay Zoo Adult Volunteer
ORGANIZATION: Oglebay Good Zoo
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1 person is interested
The Oglebay Zoo Adult Volunteer Program provides opportunities for adults to work with education and animal care team members in conducting education programs, special events, wildlife interpretation and guest interations. Volunteers also assist with special events.
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About Oglebay Good Zoo
Location:
465 Lodge, Wheeling, WV 26003, US
Mission Statement
Inspiring wildlife conservation through memorable experiences.
Description
Oglebay Good Zoo is home to 68 species of animals, 20 of which are rare or endangered, the Good Zoo is the only institution in the state of West Virginia accredited by the Association of Zoos and Aquariums (AZA). In addition to providing family friendly, lifelong learning opportunities, the zoo participates in 23 conservation breeding programs known as SSP’s, or Species Survival programs that focus on sustainable breeding and management of the species in our care. Several of the SSP’s that the zoo participates in include the golden lion tamarin, Grevy’s zebra, cheetah, mongoose lemur, and red panda SSP’s.
Oglebay conducts other conservation projects including Raptor Rehabilitation and Eastern Hellbender conservation.
The zoo was named in honor of Philip Good, a young boy who loved nature and wildlife.
CAUSE AREAS
Animals
WHEN
We'll work with your schedule.
WHERE
Oglebay Zoo465 Lodge DriveWheeling, WV 26003
(40.0988 ,-80.6612 )
DATE POSTED
January 23, 2025
SKILLS
GOOD FOR
- People 55+
REQUIREMENTS
- Background Check
- Must be at least 18
- Orientation or Training
- 55 hours per year