All sessions convene in the Oregon Humane Society's Education Auditorium from 9:30 am until 4 pm.

 

The week-long and three-day Shelter Friends Day Camps give children experience with animals as well as the knowledge that all things, whether human or animal, need love and affection.

 

Campers may choose an animal to promote and help get adopted. They are involved with the socializing, training, and grooming OHS pets. In addition, campers have discussions with the animal experts from OHS as well as guest speakers, such as visits with dog trainers, OHS Humane Investigations staff, the Reptile man, and others who work with animals. A unique camp t-shirt and daily snack is provided.

• Junior Aide Training Camp is designed for those 13 and older or those who are going into the 8th grade (must be 13 by March 1, 2008) This camp is for students who want to learn all about OHS and then assist OHS staff with conducting other camp sessions. Fee is $100
• Shelter Advocates is for returning OHS summer campers entering 6th grade and both new and returning 7th graders. Fee is $150
• Shelter Friends Camp for children entering 3rd/4th grades. Fee is $150
• Shelter Friends Camp for children entering 5th/6th grades. Fee is $150
• Three-day "mini" Shelter Friends Camp. Fee is $100

 

2009 Camp Applications: To receive an application for the 2009 camps, please email your child's name, address, phone number, date of birth and current grade to Barbara Cushway. We will send out applications in May 2009.

 

Once you download an application, you can mail it to OHS. Mail to: Attn: OHS Summer Camp, PO Box 11364, Portland, OR 97211. You can also drop it off at the shelter, which is located at 1067 NE Columbia Blvd. in Portland (directions).

 

Scholarships: Applications are available for partial scholarships. Scholarships are awarded based on financial need.