Dakota Zoo Docents
This program is comprised of men and women ages 18 and up who assist with educational programs, visitors, and events at the Zoo.
Activities include:
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Educate Zoo visitors about a variety of animals and nature.
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Develop and present programs and events which raise funds for the educational programs.
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Assist with events and camps.
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Assist with training Junior Docents during animal close-ups.
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And much, much more!
Membership
Being a Docent is simple, fun, and the hours are flexible. Members must have a current Dakota Zoo Membership to participate.
The Zoo relies heavily on the volunteer efforts of many generous people.
Docent Meetings
The Docents meet the fourth Thursday of each month at 7:00pm in the Dakota Zoo Discovery Center. (Dates subject to change) Please feel free to attend a meeting and see what the Dakota Zoo Docent Program is all about.
Docent Meeting Dates:
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January 24 |
7pm |
Zoo Animal Veterinary Procedures |
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February 28 |
7pm |
Lewis and Clark presentation with Animal Enrichment |
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March 21 |
7pm |
Stuff Easter eggs |
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April 25 |
7pm |
Preparation for summer season |
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May 23 |
7pm |
Bird Club presenting |
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June 27 |
7pm |
Photography class |
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July 25 |
7pm |
Garden Club |
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August 22 |
7pm |
Camp report |
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Sept 26 |
7pm |
Enrichment |
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Oct 24 |
7pm |
TBA |
For more information or if you are interested in becoming a Docent, please contact our Education/Volunteer Coordinator at the Dakota Zoo at (701) 223-7543 ext. 3 or email at educate@dakotazoo.org.
*The Dakota Zoo will perform backgound checks on all volunteers. Disclosure of a criminal record will not necessarily disqualify you from volunteering at the Zoo. Failure to disclose such information wll result in disqualification of your application or termination of your volunteer service.
