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ZooTeen Program

DO YOU...
...have an interest in animals and the environment?
...have the desire and ability to teach others?
...have time to commit to a summer long program?

The ZOO TEEN PROGRAM teaches students entering 9th-12th grade to present education programs to zoo visitors. The program focuses on public interactions and conservation education.
If you are interested in learning about animals and sharing that knowledge with others, this program is for you! Here's how to apply

"ZooTeens is the most fantastic learning experience a teen can have!"
ZooTeen Parent

What ZooTeens Do

The Pygmy Goat Kraal gives visitors an animal contact exprience. ZooTeens care for the goats including feeding and cleaning. They also help visitors in and out of the kraal, as well as answer questions about the Zoo's smallest hoofstock.

 
The Little Zoo Contact Area gives to Zoo's youngest visitors a chance to have a personal experience with an animal. ZooTeens help with the care and feeding of these small pettable animals and learn presentation skills as they interact with the public.
The Education Program is a fun way to learn about the Zoo and its animals. You may go on behind-the-scenes tour to see where animal keepers work or build an enrichment toy for the animals. Learn hot to share what you know.

"It's a fun way to spend my summer. I make friends and learn about animals in a cool place, the Zoo!"
ZooTeen

Benefits of being a ZooTeen
  • gain an insider's view at the Zoo and its animals
  • develop friendships
  • great work experience
  • potential for school credit
  • develop leadership skills
  • develop public speaking skills
  • career exploration opportunities
  • learn about and handle animals

Specialized Activities*
*These programs require additional training or hours worked. You may have to wait until second year to participate.

The Insect Zoo is an exhibit where ZooTeens handle insects for visitors to see and touch. ZooTeens help with insect care and feeding.
Junior Camp Counselors work side-by-side with camp staff to provide day campers with a fun, safe, educational experience at the Zoo.

And there's more...Critter Chatters, Team Leaders and Interns to name a few. The more you learn the more you can do!!

Contact Information: Oregon Zoo, ZooTeen Program, 4001 SW Canyon Road, Portland, OR 97221
ZooTeen office (503)220-2449

How to Get Here: The Zoo may be reached by public transportation. Bus #63 and MAX come to the front gate.

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