Summer Day Camps at the Humane Society

Animal Adventure & Education Camp (Grades 2nd - 7th)

Come and learn compassion, responsibility, safety and care from knowledgeable experts in the animal field. Become a Junior Vet, and make lasting friendships. Go behind the scenes at the Humane Society and meet dogs, cats, rabbits, farm animals, marine life, reptiles, birds, wildlife and other exciting animals! Train a dog, hug a bunny, feed a cat, pet a reptile and learn and discover why animals are such an important part of our lives. Field trips may include: Bergin University Canine Studies, Bodega Bay Marine Lab, Wildlife Rescue and much, much more.

 

Teen Career Camp (Grades 8th - 12th)

Spend the week behind the scenes of the Humane Society and learn how you can help animals in your community. Become familiar with animal welfare organizations throughout Sonoma County and around the globe. Discover a variety of careers by learning directly from experts working in the fields of animal care and welfare, dog training, veterinary medicine, animal shelter and rescue management, and animal control. Field trips may include: Bergin University of Canine Studies, Animal Care Center and Sonoma County Animal Care & Control.

 

2012 Summer Camp Schedule

Animal Adventure & Education Camps and Career Camps are held in the summer. Each session is one week (M-F) from 9:00AM - 3:00PM. Sessions are categorized by grade level (grade starting in the fall 2012 school year) with the first session beginning in June and the last session ending in August.

 

Due to the popularity of our summer camps, Registration is restricted to one week of camp per child per summer so that we may serve the many children that want to participate.

 

Cancellation Policy
75% refund 14 days or more prior to first day of camp.
50% refund 7 days prior to first day of camp.
25% refund 4 days prior to first day of camp.
No refunds will be issued 3 days or less prior to the first day of camp.

 

Other Requirements

 

Parents are required to attend a mandatory orientation offered the week before camp begins and sign our policies and procedures form. Due to the nature of our business, with constant exposure to animals and their allergens, our education programs are not recommended for children/teens with known allergies. Children with allergies or other health concerns should have a signed release from their doctor. Participants are expected to be self supporting to participate in all physical and academic activities planned and/or required by department position duties. Because of staffing restrictions we may not be able to accommodate special individual needs. This is a recreational summer camp program. The Humane Society is not a licensed child care provider.

 

ANIMAL ADVENTURE & EDUCATION CAMP

Session	Date	Time	Grade	Registration
1	May 29-June 1 (Tue-Fri)*	9:00AM-3:00PM	2nd - 4th	Register Now
2	Jun 4-8	9:00AM-3:00PM	4th & 5th	Register Now
3	Jun 11-15	9:00AM-3:00PM	6th & 7th	Register Now
4	Jun 18-22	9:00AM-3:00PM	2nd & 3rd	Register Now
5	Jun 25-29	9:00AM-3:00PM	4th & 5th	Register Now
6	Jul 9-13	9:00AM-3:00PM	6th & 7th	Register Now
8	Jul 23-27	9:00AM-3:00PM	2nd & 3rd	Register Now
9	Jul 30- Aug 3	9:00AM-3:00PM	4th & 5th	Register Now
10	Aug 6-10	9:00AM-3:00PM	6th - 7th	Register Now

 

CAREER CAMP

Session	Date	Time	Grade	Registration
7	Jul 16-20	9:00AM-3:00PM	8th -12th	Register Now

 

Cost

$285

Camp fee includes all materials, activities, transportation and field-trip admission. Lunch will not be provided, please bring a sack lunch.

 

*Note: Camp Session #1, is a four day camp held Tues-Fri due to the Memorial Day holiday. Rate is $230.

 

Questions

If you have questions or need additional information, contact Beth Karzes, Humane Education Outreach Coordinator at , ext. 232 or email: bkarzes@sonomahumane.org.

Winter Day Camps at the Humane Society

Winter Camp (Grades 2nd - 6th)

Enjoy a few days of your winter break with the Sonoma Humane Society to learn about companion, farm, and wildlife animals. Spend time with cats, dogs, rabbits, guinea pigs, and farm animals.  Meet animal experts, participate in team projects and crafts activities. All activities are on-site at the Humane Society.

 

Winter Camp Registration

To register for camps, please use our secure online registration. Camps do fill up quickly so don't wait.

 

Cancellation Policy
75% refund 14 days or more prior to first day of camp.
50% refund 7 days prior to first day of camp.
25% refund 4 days prior to first day of camp.
No refunds will be issued 3 days or less prior to the first day of camp.

 

Other Requirements

 

Parents are required to attend a mandatory orientation offered the week before camp begins and sign our policies and procedures form. Due to the nature of our business, with constant exposure to animals and their allergens, our education programs are not recommended for children/teens with known allergies. Children with allergies or other health concerns should have a signed release from their doctor. Participants are expected to be self supporting to participate in all physical and academic activities planned and/or required by department position duties. Because of staffing restrictions we may not be able to accommodate special individual needs.

Due to the popularity of this camp, a child may only register for one week of camp each winter, allowing as many children to attend as possible.

 

This is a recreational winter camp program. The Humane Society is not a licensed child care provider.

 

 

2011 Winter Camp Schedule

There are two winter sessions offered.
Sessions are categorized by grade level.
Each session is three days - (T-TH) from 9:00AM - 3:00PM.

 

Date	Time	Camp	Grade	Registration
Dec 27-29	9:00AM-3:00PM	Winter	2nd-4th	Register Now
Jan 3-5, 2012	9:00AM-3:00PM	Winter	3rd-6th	Register Now

 

Cost

$175

Camp fee includes all materials & activities. Lunch will not be provided, please bring a sack lunch.

 

Questions

If you have questions or need additional information, contact Beth Karzes, Humane Education Outreach Coordinator at , ext. 232 or email: bkarzes@sonomahumane.org.