The Summer Naturalist Program
supports the Zoo’s educational and interpretive needs
in various areas within the Zoo and at specific exhibits.
Summer Naturalists may be needed from May through September
and will perform a variety of functions, including but not
limited to:
- Educating the public about
a specific exhibit, including:
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the biology and life cycle of these
animal(s) within the exhibit |
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conservation issues, including
an emphasis on local conservation efforts
and the role that everyone can play in conservation |
- Answering any questions related
to the above topics and addressing any other needs
required by Zoo visitors.
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- Maintaining a flow of visitors
through the exhibit(s) in a timely and friendly manner,
so that everyone may have an opportunity to enjoy
the exhibit.
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- Monitoring the behavior of
the viewing public to ensure the safety of the animals
and the visitors as well as promote a positive viewing
experience for everyone.
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Summer Naturalists will receive an orientation covering general
Zoo policies, as well as the
benefits of volunteering at the Toledo Zoo. In addition, Summer
Naturalists will attend a comprehensive training program identifying
the major topics of importance related to the exhibit(s) as
well as a walk-through of the exhibits (as available). Finally,
Naturalists will receive basic training on interpretive programming
and informal public interaction. These training sessions will
be offered throughout April and May, with both weekday and
weekend offerings.
Summer Naturalists are required to
- Complete the required training
program.
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- Give at least forty (40)
hours of service, including the training process,
between May 1, 2008 and September 30, 2009.
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- Schedule volunteer time in
advance in the Summer Naturalist Scheduling Notebook.
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- Inform the Volunteer Department
if you can not make a scheduled shift.
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Thank you for your interest in the Toledo Zoo’s Summer
Naturalist Program!
We look forward to seeing you around the Zoo!
For more information, please contact the
Volunteer Coordinator at 419-385-5721, ext. 2045, or email
us at volunteer@toledozoo.org
Download
a Volunteer Application
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