Summer Camp
The Capital Area Humane Society is pleased to offer four different types of summer camp, over six weeks, for kids from 5 to 16 years of age.
Summer Camp Recap
Thank you for a great summer of camp at the Capital Area Humane Society. Our summer program was filled with many great activities and tender love and care for the shelter pets. A special thank you to all the wonderful guest speakers who talked with campers and shared their experience and knowledge. We look forward to next year and another great summer of camp!
Critter Camp
For ages 5-7, this camp gives younger children an introduction to pets, wildlife and animal safety through interactive games, books, arts & crafts and special guests. Each day campers will have an opportunity to work with and enjoy the shelter pets in a controlled and safe environment. Every day we will focus on a different shelter pet, while learning about proper pet care and animal behaviors.
Session 1: July 14th – 18th ~ This session is FULL
• 9:00 am – 12:00 pm, M-F
• Fee: $80
• Space is limited to 15 children
Animal Adventure Camp
For children ages 8-10, Animal Adventure Summer Camp is an opportunity for children to get involved with the animals at the Capital Area Humane Society, while learning important lessons about their animal friends. Each day focuses around an animal related theme including: Pet Animals, Working Animals, Farm Animals and Wildlife. Each day campers will enjoy a variety of games, projects and special quests as we explore the animal kingdom.
Session 1: June 23rd – 27th ~ This session is FULL
Session 2: July 21st – 25th (Optional before and after childcare available) ~ This session is FULL
• 9:30 am – 3:30 pm, M-F
• Fee: $150
Animal Career Camp
Perfect for children ages 10-12 who might one day consider a career focusing on animals. This camp provides an opportunity to better appreciate the wide variety of occupations involving animals including Zoo Keeper, Animal Control Officer, Veterinarian, Animal Behaviorist, etc.
Session 1: July 7th – 11th
Session 2: August 4th – 8th (Optional before and after childcare available)
• 9:30 am – 3:30 pm, M-F
• Fee: $200
Canine Training Camp
This camp gives teens ages 12-16 an opportunity to learn and participate in basic and advanced obedience training for dogs. All participants may be paired with a shelter dog or they may bring their own dog.* Teens and their canines will participate in clicker, rally and agility training with the help of a certified obedience instructor, have some special TLC time with all of the shelter pets and participate in arts and crafts projects.
*Please note that participants who wish to bring their own dogs must have the dog undergo an interview with our behavior staff prior to the first day of camp. This is to ensure that the dog will be appropriate for the camp environment.
Session 1: August 11th – 15th ~ This session is FULL
• 9:30 am – 3:30 pm, M-F
• Fee: $200
• Space is limited to 10 participants
For more information on Summer Camp, contact:
Ami Skentzos
Capital Area Humane Society
517.626.6821, ext. 30
education@cahs-lansing.org
Download a registration form here.