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

• Benefits of Being a ZooTeen
• gain an insider's view of 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 that are part of this program

• What ZooTeens Do
• Give our youngest visitors a chance to touch and learn about animals at:
• African Goat Kraal
• Family Farm
• Help with the care and feeding of animals like: chickens, ferrets, goats, hedgehogs, rats, snakes, and more.
• Do presentations with these same animals to kids in Zoo Camp.
• Participate in a self-directed education program to learn about the Zoo and it's animals.
• Talk at the Tidepools or lead activities at the Family Farm.

Here at the zoo we have many different ways for teens to volunteer. Here is just a short listing of the activities we have to offer.

• The Zoo Teen Program

Contact Information:

Oregon Zoo, ZooTeen Program
4001 SW Canyon Road
Portland, OR 97221
ZooTeen office (503) 220 - 2449
ZooTeen@oregonzoo.org

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