The Wonder Gardens will return to extended hours Nov. 15. Hours at the zoological park in Bonita Springs daily will be 10 a.m. to last admission at 4 p.m., with the gardens closing at 5 p.m. The Gardens are closed on Thanksgiving and Christmas. In addition, Wonder Gardens is offering one free day a month.

The Wonder Gardens announced that its safe outdoor trick or treat event Oct. 31 from 10 a.m. to noon will be free for Bonita Springs residents. In recognition of the role residents played in saving the 85-year-old attraction and the partnership with the City of Bonita Springs, which owns the land, the nonprofit Wonder Gardens.

Wondering if there is a safe, outdoor Halloween event that will delight children young and old? The Wonder Gardens is planning a fun trick or treat event with treats and surprises on Sunday, Oct. 31 from 10 a.m. to noon. Children can explore the lushly landscaped botanical gardens and interact with more than 300 rescued,.

The Wonder Gardens is looking for volunteers in a variety of areas at the 85-year-old attraction in Bonita Springs. Opportunities are available indoors and outdoors for high school, college students and adults. Teenagers under age 16 must volunteer with a parent or guardian. “Our volunteers are our lifeblood,” said David Rahahe:tih Webb, president and CEO.

The Wonder Gardens has openings for students entering grades 3-5 in weekly “Camp Wonder” summer camp sessions offering educational wildlife experiences, hands-on activities and science exploration. Open remaining sessions include: • Plant Wonder, July 26-30. Campers will learn about different plants, what makes them unique, and the unusual ways we benefit from plants. Campers will.