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Humane Society of Chittenden County
Where Best Friends Meet!
142 Kindness Court, South Burlington, VT 05403
(802) 862-0135


Camp Paw Paw

GOT KIDS?  Do they love animals?
Then this is the camp for YOU!

Humane Education is at the core of our Mission at HSCC.  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.”

Toward this goal HSCC held it’s first sessions of Camp Paw Paw in 2004.  Camp Paw Paw has been such a big hit that we have expanded our camp each year!  In 2008, we will be offering nine sessions throughout the year as well as continuing a Level Two camp curriculum for campers who have previously attended camp.  Camp is for kids 9 to 12 years old.  The curriculum includes walking and learning to train dogs, being an Adoption Ambassador for and socializing with HSCC’s shelter animals, interactive games and assignments, crafts, and presentations by area experts such as a veterinarian, dog trainer, pet groomer, and a police officer & K-9 partner. 

Most of all, the campers will have fun, and Camp Paw Paw offers an awesome opportunity for young people to make lasting friendships with fellow animal lovers.

All campers will receive a special camp t-shirt, and will leave camp with their “Pet Sitter” certificate. 

The Camp fee is only $150 per child per session.  For details about Camp Paw Paw, please contact HSCC at 862-0135 x11, or send an email. To download our Camp brochure and registration form, click here.

2008 Camp Session Schedule

 

Spring Camp: Monday, April 21 - Friday, April 25, 2008, 9 am - 12 noon. - FULL
 

Summer Camp:  Registration deadline for ALL summer sessions is Friday, June 20, 2008.

LEVEL ONE

Session 1: Monday, July 7 - Friday, July 11, 2008, 9 am - 12 noon - FULL

Session 2: Monday, July 14 - Friday, July 18, 2008, 1 pm - 4 pm - FULL

Session 3: Monday, July 21 - Friday, July 25, 2008, 1 pm - 4 pm - FULL

Session 4: Monday, July 28 - Friday, August 1, 2008, 9 am - 12 noon- FULL

Session 5: Monday, July 28 - Friday, August 1, 2008, 1 - 4 pm - FULL

LEVEL TWO

Session 6: Monday, July 14 - Friday, July 18, 2008, 9 am - 12 noon

Session 7: Monday, July 21 - Friday, July 25, 2008, 9 am - 12 noon

Session 8: Monday, August 4 - Friday, August 8, 2008, 9 am - 12 noon- FULL

 

Cool photos from previous camp sessions!

 

Campers learn about doggie first aid from Dr. Fitzgerald.

 

Kasey, former HSCC Dog Behavior Counselor, demonstrates clicker training with HSCC alum, Talula.

 

Kitties are clicker trained by our astute campers.

 

 

Campers and camper dogs are a TEAM when it comes to Agility!

 

Campers get crafty!

 

Animals need love too!

 

The boys are giving their undivided attention.

 

Campers put on a play with the message to respect and care about ALL living creatures.

 

Fresh air and exercise - part of a healthy lifestyle for people and their pets!


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