All camps full for the 2009 season!
Missed camp this year and want to know how to get your child involved with DCHS another way? Join our Humane Society Heroes club for kids ages 7 to 15. Read more here.
Camp Pawprint is a series of week-long day camps held at Dane County Humane Society. Campers ages 7-14 enjoy animal related lessons and activities while having fun with other animal lovers! Activities include making tasty treats for our companion animals, learning about bite prevention, and daily presentations from local animal experts. Each camp day also includes an interactive humane education lesson. All campers spend time interacting with our camp animals, learning about animal care, and getting hands-on experience providing daily care and socialization. Animals used in the camp program vary daily and are approved by our behavior department.
Camps
Animal Detectives: Campers spend the week learning about important topics such as pet responsibility, animal communication, and animal empathy. Campers will also enjoy classic games like “Predator and Prey” and the “Great Rat Race”, and will enjoy dog washing, goat walking, and meeting small furry friends! Great for a first time camper!
Dates available:
August 17-August 21 (7-9 years)FULLAugust 24-August 28 (9-11 years)FULL
Animal Kingdom: Ideal for the camper who loves all types of animals! Younger campers will learn about the differences between wild and pet animals, discuss animal habitats, learn how to help animals all over the world, and spend time with pet animals. Older campers will discuss animal adaptations and evolution, and learn about helping endangered animals. All campers will care for our domestic animals, go horseback riding, take care of furry rodents, and walk shelter dogs!Dates available:
August 3-August 7 (11-14 years)FULLAugust 10-August 14 (7-9 years)FULL
Animal Careers: A great option for veteran campers! Campers can take part in activities related to animal-related careers: observing a surgery by a veterinarian, playing zoologist trivia, creating animal inventions, and learning about animal welfare issues. Campers will also care for DCHS animals, including dog training, cat socialization, and goat care!Dates available:
July 6- July 10 (9-11 years)FULLJuly 13- July 17 (11-14 years)FULL
Dog Lovers: Calling all dog lovers and experts! Campers will learn about dog history, breeds, behavior, and communication. Campers will also participate in manners training for shelter dogs, design an agility course, and help their favorite shelter dog find its forever home. Campers will also care for and spend time with other DCHS animals including small animals and barn animals!Dates available:
July 20-July 24 (9-11 years)FULLJuly 27- July 31 (11-14 years)FULL
* Each camp day runs 9:00am to 3:00pm
Fees
- $170 - DCHS Members (If you are a current member of DCHS)
- $205 - Become a Member (Includes the cost of one $35 year membership, and the discounted member price of camp)
- $230 - Non-member (If you are not currently a member, or choose not to become a member)
- $150 - Additional week (Each additional week of camp for the same camper. Price applies for both members and non-members)
A limited number of scholarships are awarded each summer based upon financial need.
Registration
Registration for Camp Pawprint 2009 began Monday, February 2, 2009. At this time all camps are full for the summer of 2009. If you'd like information about being on a waiting list, please contact jlussier@giveshelter.org.
*** Stay tuned for information about our 2010 spring break camp, Club Whiskers! ***
Questions?
Please contact the DCHS Outreach and Annual Giving Supervisor at jlussier@giveshelter.org.
