Critter Camp Summer 2023

Every summer we offer fun and educational week-long day camps for children between the ages of 6 and 13. The Richmond SPCA will be offering both in-person and take home camp options for Summer 2023.

Critter Camp is a terrific educational opportunity for animal-loving children to visit and learn more about the Richmond SPCA! Week-long day camps are hosted all summer at our humane center. All Critter Camps will have the same amount of animals interaction daily!

Extended Stay Care: Campers who wish to attend a morning and afternoon session of two different camps are welcome to sign up for extended care the week of their camp session to stay at the Richmond SPCA for a supervised lunch between camp sessions. Extended care will also be offered for those who wish to pick up at 5pm rather than 4pm. Extended stay care will be an additional $40 per camper and will be paid the week of your child’s camp session.

Please read our health policies and procedures for Critter Camp 2023.

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Canine Capers and Feline Fun (Rising 1^st – 4^th grade)
For kids who love cats and dogs, this week-long camp full of games, crafts and activities centered on our canine companions and feline friends will surely pique their interest.

Available for rising 1^st through 4^th graders for a half day (9 a.m. – 12 p.m.) $140/week

• June 12 – June 16 session full
• July 10 – July 14 session full
• July 17 – July 21 session full
• July 31 – August 4 session full
• August 7 – August 11 session full

Available for rising 1^st through 4^th graders for a half day (1 p.m. – 4 p.m.) $140/week

• June 12 – June 16
• July 10 – July 14 session full
• July 17 – July 21 session full
• July 31 – August 4
• August 7 – August 11

Available for rising 1^st through 4^th graders for a full day (9 a.m. – 4 p.m.) $280/week

• June 20 – June 23 camp will not meet on 6/19 Juneteenth $225/week session full
• July 3 – July 7 camp will not meet on July 4th $225/week session full
• August 21 – August 25 session full

Junior Shelter Vet Advanced (Rising 6^th – 9^th grade)
This camp is great for middle grade campers who are interested in animal medicine. Along with classroom learning campers will have hands-on activities working with animals in our care.

Available for rising 6^th through 9^th graders for a half day (9 a.m. – 12 p.m.) $140/week

• June 26 – June 30 session full
• July 24 – July 28 session full

Available for rising 6^th through 9^th graders for a half day (1 p.m. – 4 p.m.) $140/week

• June 26 – June 30 session full
• July 24 – July 28 session full

Animal Advocates (Rising 5^th – 8^th grade)
Animal Advocates will provide your child with the opportunity to learn about the Richmond SPCA and explore the topic of animal welfare in our community. They will have the chance to make items for our shelter pets, help with daily tasks around our facility and discuss age-appropriate animal welfare issues that are important in today’s world.

Available for rising 5^th through 8^th graders for a half day (9 a.m. – 12 p.m.) $140/week

• June 26 – June 30 session full
• July 24 – July 28 session full

Available for rising 5^th through 8^th graders for a half day (1 p.m. – 4 p.m.) $140/week

• June 26 – June 30 session full
• July 24 – July 28 session full

Junior Shelter Vet (Rising 3^rd – 6^th grade)
This camp is perfect for a child that is interested in a career in veterinary medicine. Along with classroom learning, campers will have hands-on activities working with animals in our care. Campers will learn how important animal medicine is to an animal shelter.

Available for rising 3^rd through 6^th graders for a half day (9 a.m. – 12 p.m.) $140/week

• June 12 – June 16 session full
• July 10 – July 14
• July 31 – August 4 session full
• August 21 – August 25 session full

Available for rising 3^rd through 6^th graders for a half day (1 p.m. – 4 p.m.) $140/week

• June 12 – June 16 session full
• July 10 – July 14 session full
• July 31 – August 4 session full
• August 21 – August 25

Available for rising 3^rd through 6^th graders for a full day (9 a.m. – 4 p.m.) $280/week

• June 20 – June 23 camp will not meet on 6/19 Juneteenth $225/week session full
• July 3 – July 7 camp will not meet on July 4th $225/week session full
• July 17 – July 21 session full
• August 14 – August 18 session full

Kids & K9s (Rising 6^th – 9^th grade)
This camp offers the unique opportunity for participants to learn to train their own dogs. Campers will attend training sessions alongside their canine companions during this week-long camp. They will learn basic skills and tricks with the help of Richmond SPCA expert trainers. The Richmond SPCA will provide treats, pouches and clickers for training. 

Available for rising 6^th through 9^th graders for a half-day (9 a.m. – 12 p.m. ) $225/week

• August 7 – August 11 session full
• August 14 – August 18 session full

Available for rising 6^th through 9^th graders for a half-day (1 p.m. – 4 p.m. ) $225/week

• August 7 – August 11 session full
• August 14 – August 18 session full

Camp-in-a-box (Rising 1^st – 6^th grade)
This camp option will be similar to the in-person camp and allow campers to learn and create from their own home. Each option will come with a box of camp items, which include but are not limited to, a camp shirt, video lessons, crafts, and much more! Shipped for no extra charge!

Available for rising 3^rd through 6^th graders camp-in-a-box $70

• Junior Shelter Vet

Available for rising 1^st through 4^th graders camp-in-a-box $70

• Canine Capers and Feline Fun

Camp refund policy: Every effort will be made to accommodate enrollment changes based on session capacities. Cancellations made prior to two weeks before camp are entitled to a refund; refunds are subject to a $25 drop fee. Refunds will not be available for cancellations made within two weeks of the start date of camp.