Indianapolis Zoo – Volunteers for ZooBoo

Volunteer at ZooBoo
presented by Central Indiana Honda Dealers
Mark your calendars for ZooBoo presented by Central Indiana Honda Dealers!
Come volunteer to help create an environment of family-fun while enjoying our
Halloween themed event through the beautiful fall season. This family favorite is
offered five nights per week (Wednesday-Sunday) Oct. 6-Oct. 31 — including
Halloween night! A special Zoo members preview is offered Oct. 4 and 5.
Volunteer opportunities include:
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Pumpkin School Assistant: Provide guests with an exciting experience that will showcase a fun science experiment! Pulse families into Pumpkin School to learn cool facts from Professor Pumpkin while maintaining one-way traffic.
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Jack’s Barn Host: Welcome guests to Jack’s Barn. Monitor one-way traffic flow through building and keep an eye on the animals.
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Mirror Maze Assistant: Encourage guests to use the back of their hands or elbows to navigate through a lighted a-maze-ing experience! Remind guests there are no strollers, motorized carts, or food/drink allowed in the maze.
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Trick or Treat Trail Assistant: Distribute treats or treat bags to young guests to put a smile on their face! Also offer allergy-free or non-food alternatives. Direct guests through the one-way Trick or Treat Trail path to create unforgettable memories while enjoying a sweet treat!
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Floater – Pumpkin Town: Oversee Pumpkin Town activities (Pumpkin School, Jack’s Barn, or Mirror Maze). Assist volunteers with breaks in these areas when needed. Answer any questions from guests when not providing breaks.
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Enrichment Craft Assistant: Monitor enrichment craft station while encouraging guests to make a
fang-tastic enrichment craft that will be given to our animals. Collect paper chains to be transported to the animal care staff.
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Broomstick Alley Attendant: Welcome guests to Broomstick Alley for some wicked fun. Distribute a broom and kickball to each participant.
*Please note: For all volunteer assignments, please ensure guest and animal safety.

Volunteer opportunities are available each day of the event. Shift times are 1:30-4:30/5:30pm, 4-7pm or 5-9pm. For joining our event, volunteers will receive two Zoo tickets as a thank-you!
Volunteer attire for the event is a Zoo volunteer uniform or a solid-color shirt and khaki or black pants. All Volunteers will be given a ZooBoo-specific lanyard to wear and return at the end of their shift. Halloween costumes/accessories may not be worn by volunteers during the event. Please be prepared to complete tasks outdoors in all weather conditions and follow appropriate social distancing measures.
Next Steps:
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All ZooBoo and Member Preview volunteer shifts are available to individuals including small groups ages 16 and older.
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To join our event, volunteers will be asked to complete an online registration form and submit a copy of your COVID-19 vaccination record before you can sign up for shifts. Please complete an event registration here: http://bttr.im/zlzii

For more information, contact Volunteer Services at 317-630-2041 or email volunteer@indyzoo.com