Area Closure Alerts

The Garden Gallery in the ENMAX Conservatory will be closed from Monday, November 11th, through to Thursday, November 14th, to accommodate setup for ZOOLIGHTS, presented by Olympia Trust Company.

Thank you for your understanding.

Animal Viewing Impacts

Land of Lemurs Walkthrough & Outdoor Gorilla Amphitheatre: The two outdoor animal viewing areas will close for the season beginning on October 15. Lemurs and gorillas will be viewable in their indoor habitats.

PETRONAS Gateway to Asia: The building will have adjusted viewing from September 23 until mid-November while we complete mechanical upgrades to the Malayan tapir habitat. Komodo dragons will remain viewable indoors. Malayan tapirs and red-crowned cranes will be viewable in their outdoor habitats (weather permitting). White-handed gibbons will not be viewable for the duration of the project.

African Savannah Yard: Our Hartmann’s mountain zebras and ostriches will be off-view until the end of the year while we complete exciting upgrades in the African Savannah Yard, including the construction of a new Savannah Barn for the animals. Our giraffe tower will continue to be viewable throughout the project.

Thank you for your understanding.

Conservation Champions Club at Calgary Zoo

Conservation Champions Club

We’re inspiring the next generation of leaders and activists.
Conservation Champions Club

    CALLING ALL INSPIRED TEENS

    Conservation Champions Club

    Ignite your passion for conservation and become a Conservation Champion with The Wilder Institute/Calgary Zoo’s tailor-made program for teens aged 14 to 17! Embark on a thrilling year-long adventure from September to June, seamlessly blending virtual learning with hands-on experiences to immerse young minds in the world of wildlife conservation. Dive into a wealth of resources, expert videos, and dynamic discussions within our virtual classroom. Cultivate your conservation enthusiasm by tackling monthly ‘big questions,’ engaging in exciting fieldwork, and refining your skills under the guidance of passionate conservation and environmental educators. From developing scientific literacy to actively participating in community service-learning projects at prestigious conservation sites, this transformative journey is crafted to inspire and empower. Upon completion, proudly display your Certificate of Completion, a testament to your commitment to making a positive impact on the environment. Join us on this exhilarating journey and emerge as a true Conservation Champion!

    Eligibility

    This free program is available to enthusiastic young minds aged 14 to 17 who have an interest in learning about the natural world and conservation. To participate, participants are required to actively engage with the virtual classroom resources and participate in leadership development activities. Participants must also commit to attending the monthly field trips, taking place from September 2024 to June 2025. Specific dates are outlined in the application form. Join us in this educational journey by checking out the application details and get ready to delve into the world of conservation!

    Program Timeline

    Conservation Champions Club

    Apply for the Program

    May to July

    Applications for the 2024-2025 Conservation Champions Club will be open from May to July 26th.

    Applicants Selected

    Early August

    Applications will be reviewed in the week of July 29th to August 2nd. Successful applicants will be notified about their acceptance to the program in the week of August 5th.

    Teambuilder at the Zoo

    Saturday in August

    Conservation Champions will be invited to a team-building event, where they will meet their peers, engage in fun conservation-based activities, and learn how to navigate the virtual classroom.

    Conservation Champions Club Field Trip Photo

    Conservation Champions Club

    September to June

    Conservation Champions will embark on a conservation learning journey, building their conservation and scientific literacy, exploring various conservation careers, and engaging in community service-learning projects.

      Zoo Camp

      READY TO MAKE A DIFFERENCE?

      Become a Conservation Champion!

      Join us in supporting our mission of sustaining wildlife and wild places! The 2024-2025 Conservation Champions Club program is now full. Please check back in June 2025 to apply for the 2025/2026 program!

      Zoo Camp

        COMMUNITY CONSERVATION

        Service-Learning Project

        The Conservation Champions who participated in the 2022-2023 Conservation Champions Club made a difference for our community by building 21 bluebird nest boxes for mountain bluebirds.

        In collaboration with Zoo School, grade 5 students from a local school painted six of the nest boxes with natural colours. These nest boxes were placed on fences and trees around the Ann and Sandy Cross Conservation Area.

        Thank You

        The Conservation Champions Club was generously supported in part by the Rogers Charity Classic and the Rogers Birdies for Kids presented by AltaLink.