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The American Association of Zoo Keepers, Inc. (AAZK) is a non-profit organization that promotes zoo keeping as a profession. Its mission is to provide a resource and forum of continuing education for the animal care profession and to support zoo and aquarium personnel in their roles as caregivers, scientific researchers, public educators and conservationists. Visit www.aazk.org for more information.
AAZK New Bedford
The mission of the local AAZK chapter is to promote professionalism in zoo keeping through education and exchange of ideas. The chapter supports zoo personnel’s commitment and efforts to improve animal care, provide enrichment, participate in conservation programs, generate awareness of environmental issues, and foster understanding, appreciation and respect for all living things.
To support their mission, AAZK New Bedford organizes several events at the Buttonwood Park Zoo, including the Elephant Tracks Fundraiser in September.
AAZK Animal Interaction Programs
Zoo Encounter, Birthday Package
• Group size up to 20 people
• $100 (per group) zoo members, $175 non-members
• 1 animal option (elephant, bear, or seal)
• Last up to 20 minutes
• Must be scheduled with AAZKNB member
Zoo Encounter
• Group size up to 6 people
• $150 (per group) zoo members, $225 non-members
• 3 animal options
• Last up to 1 hour
• Must be scheduled with AAZKNB member
Elephant Ink
• Group size up to 6 people
• $400 (per group) zoo member, $500 non-member
• Elephants only
• Last up to 1 hour
• Elephant painting
• Must be scheduled with AAZKNB member
For information, email AAZK at aazknb@bpzoo.org.
