A Docent is a volunteer teacher and tour guide who enjoys
spreading the Buffalo Zoo's message of conservation and education throughout Western New York . Docent training will begin on Saturday,
January 12, 2013 and continue each Saturday for 13 weeks from 9:30 a.m.-3:30
p.m. through April 2013. Becoming a Buffalo Zoo Docent is a very rewarding
journey and commitment; you must be over 25 years of age. Applications and interviews
are required before January 1st. Please call the Volunteer Coordinator at
995-6132, to make an appointment now! Help spread the mission of the Education
Department to educate, unite and encourage people to become involved in the
conservation and preservation of our natural world.