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Join Our Volunteer Team

Our volunteers are an integral part of the Frank Buck Zoo. By joining our team and committing your valuable time to such a great cause, you receive the satisfaction of knowing that your efforts have a positive effect on all our patrons, community and animals.

• Education Docent:
Assist education specialist with classes, and camp. Learn about the animals so you can give exhibit talks to the public. Work in the petting zoo. and much more.
• Construction:
We always have projects going on at the zoo! Currently we are working to renovate the petting zoo area to better serve both animals and zoo visitors. We would love your help!
• Special Events:
We are always happy to have volunteers for our Special Events. We have many different opportunities to help with event like Spring Fling, Breakfast with the Animals, Earth Day, Zoo Boo and many more!

 

We require the following of all applicants of this program:
* Commitment of at least 1 day a month (Two shifts available)
* Completed volunteer application
* Volunteer orientation and training
 
Become an Education Docent
Apply Today!
Would you like to teach the public about Frank Buck Zoo’s animals? Education Docents work with the education staff to teach others about the Zoo’s animals in a variety of the Zoo’s educational programs. Dedicated Education Docents may be trained to handle some of the Zoo’s education animals. Education Docents will have the opportunity to work in the petting zoo, man bio-buggies, assist with Summer Safari Day Camp, help with giraffe feedings, exhibit interpretation, zoo snoozes, and special events. To be an Education Docent, you must attend a training & orientation. A $35 activity fee is required for this volunteer program and includes a t-shirt, field trip, appreciation party, and the day-long training. Education Docents are expected to volunteer at least 8 hours per month, with a one year commitment.

Please fill out the attached application and
criminal history release form and mail to:


Attn:
Ryan Herman
Frank Buck Zoo
1000 W. California St.
Gainesville, TX 76240
Phone (940)727-9097

Email
rherman@cogtx.org

Click here for Application

 

For information on how to get involved with the
Frank Buck Zoo Volunteer/Docent Program