Zookeeper Mentor Program

Looking to get into the Zoology field?

The Zookeeper Mentor Program is a personalized experience for ages 13 and up with a strong interest in learning first hand about a career as a Zookeeper.

Participants will spend half a day at the Wild Wonder’s wildlife center in Bonsall, working side-by-side with professional zookeepers. By participating in the daily diet preparation, cleaning, and other animal care tasks, participants will gain first-hand experience in animal husbandry, training, and enrichment. In this unique, hands-on program, participants will discover that it takes dedication and hard work to work in the animal field. This is a unique interactive ONE ON ONE experience that will be customized to the participant’s interests and is offered year-round!  The price is $295 weekdays; $325 weekends.