Camp Paw Paw is the place for kids who are wild about animals.
According to the ASPCA, “At its most basic level, humane education is about learning to care for the animals in our homes and communities. It is about fostering kindness, respect and empathy for both human and nonhuman animals, and looking after the environment and its diverse habitats. Unlike science and other academic disciplines, humane education has a philosophical component that strives to establish a sense of responsibility and make the world a better, more humane place.”
Camp Paw Paw offers a unique learning experience for children who share one thing in common: their love for animals. During camp, children will
learn about a wide variety of topics including: proper pet care, shelter medicine, animal safety, homeless animals in our community, animal-related careers, HSCC’s mission, and much
more!
Each topic will be led by professionals in animal—related fields. Through different activities and lessons, campers will develop the skills and confidence to become knowledgeable animal
caretakers and ambassadors for animal welfare. Campers will leave with a better understanding of the unique bond that exists between humans and animals.
**As a working humane society, we provide care for animals with a wide variety of personalities, behavioral and medical needs. Although campers/students will see animals during their program, we cannot promise a certain amount of direct animal contact.**
Camp Paw Paw 2022 offers three different age groups: 5-6, 7-9 and 10-12 year olds.
AGES 10-12 **ALL WEEKS are full!**
This full-day camp, for children ages 10-12 years old, incorporates a more fast-paced curriculum and offers campers the chance to create a unique project focused on animals. This camp also focuses on a different topic each day. Limit is 20 per session.
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WEEK 1 July 11th - 15th ** FULL**
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| 8:30AM-3PM | **FULL** |
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WEEK 2 July 18th - 22nd **FULL!**
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| 8:30AM-3PM | **FULL!** |
ages 7-9 **ALL weeks are full!**
This full-day camp for children ages 7-9 years old will offer a different theme every day, including "Dog Day," "Feline Friends," "Careers," "Shelter Day," and "Animal Safety." Limit is 20 per session.
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WEEK 3 July 25th - 29th **FULL!**
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| 8:30AM-3PM | **FULL!** |
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WEEK 4 August 1st - 5th **FULL!**
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| 8:30AM-3PM | **FULL!** |
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WEEK 5 August 8th - 12th **FULL!**
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| 8:30AM-3PM | **FULL!** |
AGES 5-6 **FULL**
This half-day camp for children ages 5-6 years old will offer a different theme every day, including "Dog Day," "Feline Friends," "Careers," "Shelter Day," and "Animal Safety." Limit is 20 per session
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WEEK 6 August 15th - 19th **FULL!**
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| 8:30AM-12:30PM | FULL |
LEARN MORE ABOUT OUR OTHER HUMANE EDUCATION PROGRAMS, Animal Welfare Warriors AND HUMANE HEROES WORKSHOP!
Adoption Center Hours:
Tuesday - Friday: 1:00pm – 5:00pm
Saturday: 10:00am - 4:00pm
Sunday & Monday: CLOSED
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