Valley Humane Society’s Critter Camp Continues To Offer Furry Fun

Press release from Valley Humane Society:

July 6, 2020

Thanks to modern technology, staying at home doesn’t mean missing Critter Camp this summer...the critters are coming to you! Valley Humane Society’s popular humane education program has transformed into an exciting, interactive, online experience. Critter Camp is currently enrolling children ages 9-14 in week-long virtual adventures at valleyhumane.org.

Much like traditional Critter Camp, attendees learn compassion and care of pets, the importance of pet safety, and explore careers working with animals. Guest speakers and introductions to animal ambassadors take place from the safety and comfort of home. Response to the virtual edition of Critter Camp has been overwhelmingly positive. One parent shared, "The kids had so much fun, they can't wait until next year for camp!" This year’s sessions run through the end of July.

Each camp session includes two daily blocks from 10 am - 12 pm and 1 pm – 2 pm with some group activities conducted live, via Zoom. Other lessons involve pre-recorded videos, worksheets and activities for independent work. Attendees will need a stable Internet connection and a desktop, laptop or tablet that can receive email and run the Zoom application. Access to a printer is recommended.

The online format has allowed a unique opportunity for campers who may not have previously been able to attend, either due to cost or transportation challenges. Fees for Virtual Critter Camp are half the usual camp rate and include a camp t-shirt and take-home kit with all supplies needed for the $150 per child registration.

Whether campers are curious about cats, or dedicated to dogs, they can discover how to help our fellow creatures and the environment, while developing skills in creativity, mindfulness, leadership and critical thinking. Registration for Virtual Critter Camp is ongoing at valleyhumane.org.

Envisioning a world in which every animal is loved and every person knows the love of an animal, Valley Humane Society (VHS) creates a brighter future for cats and dogs by encouraging and strengthening the bond between people and pets. VHS rescues and rehabilitates companion animals, champions responsible caretaking, shares pets’ soothing affections with people in need of comfort, and supports and preserves existing pet-guardian relationships. Whether you’d like to adopt an animal, share your passion for pets, or meet like-minded people, VHS is Your Means to a FriendTM.

This press release was produced by Valley Humane Society. The views expressed here are the author's own.