Adelaide Volunteers

Please ensure you read the general information as it outlines some things you should know about being a volunteer at the zoo.

• Lead groups on walks around the zoo
• Provide information to visitors about the Royal Zoological Society, conservation issues, the Zoo and its animals
• Provide interpretation of touch tables items
• Assist at the zoo a minimum of one day per month

• Provide information and directions to visitors within the zoo
• Be knowledgeable on other attractions within the city and State so that further information can be provided

BEEZA (Behavioural and Environmental Enrichment for Zoo Animals)

• Assist with one of four activity groups for child members or the children of members of the Royal Zoological Society (ages 4-11)
• Meet on the third Saturday of the month during school term

• Assist with running a program for zoo members aged 12-17
• Supervise activities within the zoo based on conservation, the environment and animals
• Twice yearly, supervise an Out of Zoo Experience (OOZE)
• Assist with additional activities during school holidays such as career’s day, craft activities and BEEZA
• Meet on the second Saturday of each month during school term

• Work with Adelaide Zoo Education Service
• Lead behind-the-scenes tours with school groups Mon/Tues/Thurs/Fri from 1-2 pm during school term
• Accompany Zoophoria teacher (mobile education unit) to off-site engagements

• Shifts involve monitoring animal behaviour and collecting data for animal husbandry and safety watch programs initiated by keeping staff
• Availability can be short notice

• Plan, assist and conduct functions and fundraisers for members
• Activities include annual members’ Christmas picnic, quiz night, Behind-the-scenes tours with breakfast/lunch etc.