Fostering Inspiration through Exploration.

(Ages Middle and High School, 6th – 12th grades)
Cheyenne Mountain Zoo’s Teen Programs provide meaningful life experiences that inspire teens to take conservation action both on and off Zoo grounds through education, leadership, stewardship and environmental exploration.

INFORMATIONAL VIDEOS ON TEEN PROGRAMS
TEEN PROGRAM FAQs
WHAT’S TRENDING:
Upcoming Zoo Crew, Junior Zoo Keeper and Teen Leader application dates: (No late applications accepted.)

  • Summer Session 2025 – Open to new applicants.

    Applications will be open: February 1 – February 10, 2025
    Program runs: May 27, 2025 – August 8, 2025

  • Fall 2025

    Applications will be open: July 1 – July 10, 2025
    Program Runs: August 9 – November 11, 2025
    (New applicants are not accepted for Fall, they must be returners from a previous season.)

  • Winter 2025-2026 Session – Open to new applicants.

    Applications will be open: September 1 – September 10, 2025
    Program runs: November 12, 2025 – February 13 2026


Opportunities by Season & Age


Informational Videos About Teen Programs

Please view our YouTube video links below to help address your questions about CMZ’s Teen Programs.

Teen Program FAQs

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