Become a Docent

Get ready to be rewarded and inspired.

The Cheyenne Mountain Zoo Auxiliary Docent Program is one of our most successful programs, not only because of the wonderful and talented group of individuals who volunteer their time, but because they are able to inspire so many children each year! Over the past 50+ years, you may have noticed volunteers in green polos educating guests, helping with enrichment or leading tours around CMZoo. These are our docents, and they challenge children to care about wildlife and the natural world, providing them with an experience they will remember for a lifetime.

Options as a Docent

Sound rewarding? You can volunteer during the week or on the weekends or a combination of both. It's up to you! Consider becoming a member of the Cheyenne Mountain Zoo Auxiliary. No previous experience is necessary.

Requirements & Application Process

Volunteers from all walks of life, ages 21 and over, are accepted and encouraged to apply. We encourage you to apply to join this dedicated team of advocates for wildlife and wild places.

Training Classes:

The 2025 docent training class is full
Applications for the 2026 docent training class are now open! Click here to apply.
Once your application has been received, you will be contacted. The deadline for submitting your application is June 13, 2025. Interviews for the 2026 Docent Class will be conducted in July and early August 2025. Thank you for applying to become a CMZ docent!
Class size will be limited
Training takes place on Saturdays from January through mid-March

Questions

If you have any questions, please contact a Docent Membership Coordinator by sending an email to [email protected].

About the Docents

The Cheyenne Mountain Zoo Auxiliary (CMZA) was formed in 1969 as a non-profit organization to give aid in carrying out the Zoo’s objectives. It is an active and founding member of the international Association of Zoo and Aquarium Docents & Volunteers (AZADV).

Objectives:

To support the Zoo in providing a major zoological park for residents and visitors of the Pikes Peak region.
To assist the Zoo in providing recreational, educational, conservation and scientific facilities in the fields of natural history, zoology and related subjects.
To aid the Zoo’s education program by providing docent guide service for school groups and related organizations, and providing liaison with other educational institutions.
To work with the Zoo staff toward increased utilization of the zoological park and its facilities.