The Herd

DZCA's Young Professionals Group

Attention young professionals! Denver Zoo Conservation Alliance is working to cultivate the next generation of wildlife warriors with a group of energetic, diverse and dedicated individuals. The Herd is a collaborative cohort of like-minded young people who want to engage the next generation in support of wildlife conservation, animal care and welfare. How? By embracing the mission of DZCA: Inspiring Communities to Save Wildlife for Future Generations. Interested in learning more? Provide your information below!

Your Herd membership includes:

  • Admission to all Herd events (1 complimentary adult ticket for Individual Herd Members; 2 comp adult tickets for all other Herd Members (Dual, Family Plus, + Parliament))
  • Access to unique volunteer opportunities at DZCA
  • Complimentary DZCA Membership
    (Individual DZCA Membership for Individual Herd Members; Dual DZCA Membership for Dual Herd Members; Family Plus DZCA Membership for Family Plus Herd Members + Parliament Herd Members)
  • 50% discount on Flock Party tickets
  • Special discounts to other DZCA after-hours events

For questions about The Herd, please contact dzherd@denverzoo.org.

Individual

$200

Each one-year term includes:

Complimentary admission to quarterly Herd events for one adult

One Individual DZCA membership for daytime Zoo entry

Dual

$300

Each one-year term includes:

Complimentary admission to quarterly Herd events for two adults

One Individual+ Guest DZCA membership for daytime Zoo entry

Family Plus

$400

Each one-year term includes:

Complimentary admission to quarterly Herd events for two adults

One Family Plus DZCA membership for daytime Zoo entry

Parliament (Board) Member

$500*

Each one-year term includes:

Complimentary admission to quarterly Herd events for two adults

One Family Plus DZCA membership for daytime Zoo entry

One spot on Herd Parliament

*Application required. Applicants must be active Herd members for a minimum of one year at the time of application to be considered.

Upcoming Herd Events at DZCA:

2026 Herd Volunteer Opportunities | Details coming soon!

2026 Event #1 (TBD Topic) | Tuesday, April 7, 2026 | 5:30–7:30 p.m.
Summer Stampede | Saturday, June 6, 2026 | 10:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.
What’s New at DZCA | Wednesday, August 5, 2026 | 5:30–7:30 p.m.
Zoo Lights Donor Preview | Tuesday, November 17, 2026 | 6:00–9:00 p.m.

• Check out additional details, upcoming events and volunteer opportunities + post-event recaps and photos on our LinkedIn Page

Interested in Joining The Herd or Want to Learn More?

We’d love to meet you! Most upcoming Herd events at DZCA offer guest tickets for non-members to purchase and attend—come see what we’re all about! Reach out to dzherd@denverzoo.org to request an upcoming event’s guest ticketing link.

You can also connect with our Herd Parliament (Board) Members at one of our upcoming recruitment events:

Denver Beer Co. | 2425 S Downing St, Denver, CO 80210 | TBD Date (Spring 2026) | 5:00–6:00 p.m.
Denver Beer Co. | 1695 Platte St, Denver, CO 80202 | TBD Date (Spring 2026) | 5:00–6:00 p.m.
Station 26 Brewing Co. | 7045 E 38th Ave, Denver, CO 80207 | TBD Date (Spring 2026) | 5:00–6:00 p.m.

Or visit our LinkedIn Page for additional details, learn about upcoming events and volunteer opportunities + view post-event recaps and photos at any time.

Make Memories. Make a Difference.

Let’s Grow Together

Engage with other nature lovers at Herd social events including cocktail receptions, animal demonstrations and documentary screenings.

Find Your
Flock

Attend exciting, educational events at the Zoo and meet other young professionals who share a passion for making a difference for wildlife.

Become a Zoo Insider

Join us for special behind-the-scenes tours, Volunteer Days and much more.

Our Animals Need
People Like You

And not just our 2,500+ amazing animals—but their wild counterparts all over the planet, too! As a member of The Herd, you’ll have the opportunity to attend four annual events, held quarterly, that put YOU in charge of making a difference for the beautiful planet we all share. Build your professional network and boost your leadership skills as you work towards something wonderful.

Invest in a
Brighter Future

You’ll join an exclusive community of mindful and motivated individuals working together to create a brighter future for wildlife and wild places. Your membership yields some incredible dividends—from insider access and educational growth to the good feeling that comes from giving back to your global community.

Meet The Herd Parliament Members

We’re just getting started. Meet the people that got The Herd moving.

Proudly Sponsored by
Anderson Hemmat, LLC

Interested in Sponsoring The Herd?

Click the button below to learn more and view our Herd Sponsorship Packet!