Every summer brings the sound of fun and laughter to our shelter as kids of all ages participate in our Kidz ‘n Critters Summer Camp program. Each one-week session is specially geared to a particular grade level so kids have a chance to not only learn about animals but make new friends as well.
Applications are available online here: 2023 Camp Application
Our camp program is:
Educational – with various animal experts sharing their passion and knowledge as guest speakers, complimented with videos and activity sheets/handouts
Fun – with various games, activities, and crafts.
Hands-on – time each day is spent socializing the shelter animals
Relevant – helps children learn about responsible pet care
Interesting – topics range from protecting wildlife, why spay/neuter, what is a community cat and more, careers working with animals, and more!
Dates for Summer 2023
Session 1: July 10-14 for students going into grades 2 & 3
Session 2: July 17-21 for students going into grades 4 & 5
Session 3: July 24-28 for students going into grades 6 & 7
All camps run Monday-Friday from 8:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m. and are held at the Rohnert Park Animal Shelter – 301 J. Rogers Lane off Redwood Drive (just south of the Press Democrat building)
Grade level is based on the 2023-24 school year. Each camper may only attend one session, and registration is on a first-come, first-serve basis.
Cost is $150 per camper, with a $25 sibling discount offered. Registration includes a camp t-shirt. Scholarships are available, call for details.
Applications are available online here: 2023 Camp Application