HHS Summer Camp
Summer camp at HHS is a hands-on adventure for kids and teens who love animals. Each week features an engaging curriculum filled with interactive activities, games, crafts/creative projects, and opportunities to learn about animals, from household pets to the wildlife in our communities.
Campers will explore animal care, behavior, and the important roles animals play in our lives, while building empathy, curiosity, and confidence. Along the way, they’ll meet animal professionals, enjoy safe interactions with shelter pets, visits from therapy animals, and also discover the many paths available to animal lovers of all kinds. Older campers and teens will also dive into real-world skills like volunteering, advocacy, and using social media campaigns to support animals and causes they care about. Each camp has small group sizes led by experienced educators in a welcoming, supportive environment.
June 1 – August 6
Registration opening Wednesday, January 28th to the public, join us for a summer of learning, fun, and animal-inspired discovery at HHS
Days/Times: Each camp week runs 4 days a week Monday through Thursday, for 3 hours each day, from 9:00am-12:00pm or 1:00pm-4:00pm
Cost per week/session: $300
June 1 – August 6
Registration opening Wednesday, January 28th to the public, join us for a summer of learning, fun, and animal-inspired discovery at HHS
Days/Times: Each camp week runs 4 days a week Monday through Thursday, for 3 hours each day, from 9:00am-12:00pm or 1:00pm-4:00pm
Cost per week/session: $300
Age Groups:
Critter Camp ages 6 through 9 (must have completed Kindergarten)
- 12 Camper Max (min. 6) each session, 1 Adult Educator per session (Ratio 12:1)
Animal Advocate Camp ages 10 through 12
- 12 Camper Max (min. 6) each session, 1 Adult Educator per session (Ratio 12:1)
Teen Camp ages 13-14
- 12 Camper Max (min. 6) each session, 1 Adult Educator per session (Ratio 12:1)
Age groups:
Critter Camp ages 6 through 9 (must have completed Kindergarten)
- 12 Camper Max (min. 6) each session, 1 Adult Educator per session (Ratio 12:1)
Animal Advocate Camp ages 10 through 12
- 12 Camper Max (min. 6) each session, 1 Adult Educator per session (Ratio 12:1)
Teen Camp ages 13-14
- 12 Camper Max (min. 6) each session, 1 Adult Educator per session (Ratio 12:1)
Age groups:
Critter Camp ages 6 through 9 (must have completed Kindergarten)
- 12 Camper Max (min. 6) each session, 1 Adult Educator per session (Ratio 12:1)
Animal Advocate Camp ages 10 through 12
- 12 Camper Max (min. 6) each session, 1 Adult Educator per session (Ratio 12:1)
Teen Camp ages 13-14
- 12 Camper Max (min. 6) each session, 1 Adult Educator per session (Ratio 12:1)
NEW SIGN UP SYSTEM:
Registration is streamlined in only ONE system, where families will complete registration, waivers and have all information in one place for families.
Campers registered after April 21 will receive a Youth Large shirt.
NEW SIGN UP SYSTEM:
Registration is streamlined in only ONE system, where families will complete registration, waivers and have all information in one place for families.
Campers registered after April 21 will receive a Youth Large shirt.
Camp Refund Policy:
No refunds will be given for any camp, unless a cancellation is received no later than twenty one (21) days prior to the summer camp session start date. Any refundable cancellations will be charged a $15 service fee per session. No charge for transferring to another open camp session.
Ready to Schedule?
For Humane Education questions, you may reach us at
Address
📍 21 Salt Creek Lane Hinsdale, IL 60521,
Phone Number
📞 (630) 323 - 5630
Hours of Operation
Tuesday — Friday: 12pm — 7pm
Saturday — Sunday: 11am — 5pm
*Please note that we stop adoptions a half an hour before closing time.