Oregon Humane Society’s After School Clubs aim to inspire, educate, and empower today’s youth to create a more humane future for animals. Sessions will feature socialization with shelter pets, animal enrichment crafts, and presentations from professionals of the industry. These clubs are not only FUN but they teach real-world skills that are foundational for future careers in the field of animal welfare!
Animal Enrichment Club – October, 9, 16, 23, 30 (Grades 4-8) $75
Are you a young person who loves animals and wants to help shelter pets? If so, join us for Animal Enrichment Club! In this 4-week after school program, you will learn all about how OHS helps animals in our community and get a chance to give back by crafting enrichment toys and treats for animals in the shelter. Join us as we learn about animals, advocacy, and how to use our skills to help pets in need!
This Club takes place at the Salem Campus.
Location: Salem After School Club is held in the Education Hall of our Salem Campus, 4246 Turner Road SE, Salem, OR
Ages: Curriculum is designed to be developmentally appropriate for 4th- 8th graders. We do not register youth outside of their grade level except to accommodate neurodiversity. If this applies to your child, please let us know at the time of registration.
Club fee: $75 (A limited number of scholarships are available. Contact [email protected] for details)
Times: Doors open for sign in at 5:15pm, with programming to begin at 5:30pm. Pickup begins at 6:55pm.
Attire: Closed toed shoes, long pants, and shirts that cover the midriff and shoulders are required for safe pet interactions. (Please note – Leggings are not considered thick enough to protect skin in the unlikely event of a scratch)
Snacks: We will provide a light snack for Club members. (Please note – Because of our interactions with animals and the environment of the shelter, we are unable to accommodate animal and/or peanut allergies.)
Sample Animal Artisan Club Schedule:
5:15-5:30 p.m. Doors open for sign-in
5:30-5:50 p.m. Educational presentation/activity
5:50-6:30 p.m. Animal socialization
6:30-6:55 p.m. Enrichment crafting
Contact Us: If your child will be absent, you’re stuck in traffic, or anything else you would like to let us know, you can email us at [email protected] or call/text 440-781-0670.
Applications for 2024 Scholarships are available. Send us a message.
Oregon Humane Society believes in providing opportunities for all children to be able to attend our programs. We are committed to serving as many families as possible; however, scholarship funds are limited. Awards will be for 100% of camp tuition.
- 100% refund 14 days or more prior to first day of program.
- 50% refund 7 days prior to first day of program.
- 25% refund 4 days prior to first day of program.
- No refunds will be issued 3 days or less prior to the first day of program.
Contact Us
Outreach & Education
503-729-4935
