Docent Open House Planned for Monday, June 12
Wanted: Animal lovers to help teach about the wonders of the natural world at the St. Louis Zoo. A Docent Open House will be held at The Living World on Monday, June 12 from 5 to 7 p.m. for those interested in applying for the 2006 basic training session starting September 5 at the Zoo.
Docents are volunteer environmental educators dedicated to helping school children, Zoo visitors and the public understand and enjoy wildlife, ecosystems and conservation. These specialized volunteers generate enthusiasm about the natural world by conducting classes at the Zoo and in the community, leading educational tours, interpreting animals and more.
No experience necessary! The Zoo offers a 13-week basic training course, which includes information about the Zoo, zoology, the basics of interpretation, conservation and more. The program also provides mentoring with experienced docents, hands-on training and continuing education.
The Zoo provides this training free of charge; however, docents must be at least 18 years old, interview and be accepted into the training program. Docents are required to volunteer a minimum of 62 hours per year. Flexible scheduling is available year-round.
For more information, contact Rachel Arbogast at (314) 781-0900, ext. 313 or arbogast@stlzoo.org, or check the Zoo’s website at www.stlzoo.org/education. |
