Education program policies and FAQ
Read our education program policies and FAQs for more information about cancellation, behavior guidelines, and answers to the most frequently asked questions.
For policies and FAQs specific to Summer Camp, check out our Camp Policy and Information Handbook.
Animal Humane Society offers full- and half-day camps throughout the summer. Various programs serve youth entering grades 3-10. We create a unique experience for campers so they can return to our programs year after year.
Registration details
Please check back in January 2024 when we will announce our registration open date for Summer 2024 camps!
Campers are limited to sign up for each camp type once per summer. Camp content is repeated each week. Please do not register for the same camp more than once.
Half-day Summer Camps (New!)
Animal Science Explorers
Location: St. Paul
Grades: 3-4, 5-6
Cost: $195
Animals share our homes and influence our daily lives, but what goes on inside our fluffy friends? Come along as we dive into the world of animals from a scientific perspective in this weeklong half-day camp. Campers will spend their days investigating animal biology and genetics, discussing animal rights and welfare, and learning about animal cognition and abilities through games and creative projects.
Is a half-day at AHS just not enough? Offered select weeks and as space allows, sign up for Animal Science Explorers' companion program, Animal Art Adventures, for the same week, turning the half-day program into a full-day program. Bring your own lunch and AHS will provide supervision between program times.
Want to know what your camper will do each day? Here is an example of what to expect at Animal Science Explorers:
1 PM — Check-in
1:15 PM — Biomimicry Activity
2 PM — Craft
2:30 PM — Snack
3 PM — Animal Cognition Activity
3:45 PM — Animal Abilities Game
4 PM — Check-out
Animal Art Adventures
Location: St. Paul
Grades: 3-4, 5-6
Cost: $195
Express your love for animals through art! At this new weeklong half-day program, campers will tap into their inner-artists while working on daily animal-themed crafts including drawing, sculpting, painting, weaving, and jewelry making. Join us at our University Avenue site where some of our projects — like this decorated E-collar — will even benefit the pets receiving treatment at the vet center.
Is a half-day at AHS just not enough? Offered select weeks and as space allows, sign up for Animal Art Adventures' companion program, Animal Science Explorers, for the same week, turning the half-day program into a full-day program. Bring your own lunch and AHS will provide supervision between program times.
Want to know what your camper will do each day? Here is an example of what to expect at Animal Art Adventures:
9 AM — Check-in
9:15 AM — Paint Mixing Introduction
9:30 AM — Pet Painting
10 AM — Snack
10:15 AM — Art Service Project
11:15 AM — Project Worktime
12 PM — Check-out
Exploring Animal Careers
Location: St. Paul
Grades: 7-8, 9-10
Cost: $195
Did you know there are over 100 different jobs at Animal Humane Society? It's true! At this weeklong half-day program, campers will have opportunities to learn about and practice skills needed to be a Pet Helpline Representative, Veterinary Technician, Social Media Strategist, Animal Trainer, and Humane Educator with Animal Humane Society. Campers will meet AHS staff at our University Avenue site and join us as we explore pathways to a career helping animals!
Want to know what your camper will do each day? Here is an example of what to expect at Exploring Animal Careers:
9 AM — Check-in
9:15 AM — Professional Development Activity
9:30 AM — Career Exploration
10 AM — Snack
10:15 AM — Shadow Vet Technicians / Watch surgery
11:15 AM — Job Roleplay
12 PM — Check-out
Full-day Summer Camps
AHS Shelter Explorers
Locations: Golden Valley, Woodbury, Coon Rapids
Grades: 3-4, 5-6, 7-8
Cost: $400
Prepare for five days of fun at one of our three shelter-based camp locations this summer! At AHS Shelter Explorers, campers will practice reading animal body language, participate in animal-related crafts, play games, and experience animal interactions throughout the week. Have fun while learning all about your shelter site and what it takes to be an animal advocate!
Want to know what your camper will do each day? Here is an example of what to expect at AHS Shelter Explorers:
9 AM — Check-in
9:15 AM — Games
9:30 AM — Animal Time
10 AM — Snack
10:15 AM — Animal Care Workshop
12 PM — Lunch
12:45 PM — Games
1 PM — Animal Time
1:30 PM — Craft
2:15 PM — Education Activity
3 PM — Shelter Task or Service Project
3:30 PM — Animal Time
4 PM — Check-out
Did you know AHS also hosts camp programs during the school year?
If your young animal lover is a fan of our summer camp programs, check out more opportunities to immerse your child in all things animal during the school year with our single day school year camps.