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Are you tired of your children coming home from camp covered in poison oak? Have your kids wearied of burning marshmallows around the campfire? If you or your child answered yes to either of these questions, then perhaps it’s time for something different and exciting! If so, why not enroll your child into Camp ARF?
Camp ARF is a wonderful summer experience for children of all ages who love animals and are interested in having fun, fun, fun, while learning more about their furry four-legged friends. Each camp day includes lessons, crafts, games related to the day’s theme, and interaction with ARF’s Pet Hug Pack therapy animals. Camp ARF offers fun and valuable humane education for any school-aged child.
QUESTIONS? Call 925.296.3152 or email camp@arf.net
REGISTER TODAY! First-come first serve basis. Applications due two weeks before start of session.
 Camp ARF Grades 1-3 "A"
Children learn basic responsibilities of pet guardianship. Through fostering plush animals for a week, campers explore veterinary care, behavior, training and safety before adopting their foster animal. Children also participate in animal themed games, crafts and activities. A favorite is Friday's pet-less pet show where campers put their knowledge of positive reinforcement to use while "training" each other on ARF’s dog agility course. Always a popular event for children and adults alike, parents are welcome to attend and cheer on their children as they race through the obstacle course. This pet show makes for wonderful photo opportunities for family albums and holiday cards!
Hours: 9 a.m. - Noon, Monday - Friday
Price: $175 per one week session
 Camp ARF Grades 1-3 "B"
If your child loved Camp ARF “A” and just can’t wait to come back for more, then this is the camp for them! Students will have the opportunity to make crafts and participate in advanced activities related to the topic of the day with help from ARF’s therapy dogs and/or cats. With their help, campers will expand their knowledge of animal senses, pet safety, pet grooming and bathing, and much, much more!
Please note this is a B level camp, requiring children to have attended a session of Camp ARF within the past two years.
Hours: 9 a.m. - Noon, Monday - Friday
Price: $175 per one week session
 Camp ARF Grades 4-5 "A"
This class includes socialization of ARF’s shelter cats, listening to guest speakers from the animal welfare industry, clicker training, and even a chance to observe a spay/neuter surgery (parental permission required). Never a dull moment, kids will also perform important shelter tasks such as washing and disinfecting windows and appliances, folding laundry, and other service learning activities.
Hours: 9 a.m. - Noon, Monday - Friday
Price: $175 per one week session
 Camp ARF Grades 4-5 "B"
If your child just can’t get enough of Camp ARF and is eager to learn more, this is the camp for them! Students participate in lessons and activities on pet first aid, animal massage, pet grooming and bathing, poison control and prevention, and Pit Bull education.
Please note this is a “B” level camp requiring children to have attended a session of Camp ARF within the past two years.
Hours: 9 a.m. - Noon, Monday - Friday
Price: $175 per one week session
 Purebred Pooches: An Introduction to Dog Breeds
Grades 2-4 and 4-6
Think you know everything about dog breeds? Do you know which breed is known as the American Gentleman? Which is the only breed of dog that can't bark? What color is a Sharpei's tongue? This camp explores the history and characteristics of many dog breeds as classified by the American Kennel Club. Visits from ARF's Pet Hug Pack animals will demonstrate physical characteristics and breed personalities. Topics will also include how to obtain specific breeds from breed rescues and other resources. No prior Camp ARF experience required.
Hours: 9 a.m. - Noon, Monday - Friday
Price: $175 per one week session
ARF All Stars® Volunteer Training Camp (Middle School)
This camp is a week long comprehensive volunteer training program for students going into grades 6-8. Students will be ready to volunteer at ARF by the start of the next school year. Completion of the program requires three hours of supervised cat interaction and two hours of service outside of camp time.
 This camp is for highly motivated, mature students who wish to contribute to the daily lives of shelter animals. Camp includes Levels 1, 2 and 3 of the ARF All Stars® Volunteer Training program. Campers will learn about cat and dog body language, behavior, care and enrichment techniques. Compassion for animals is a must and volunteers should not be afraid to get dirty. Volunteers should be comfortable working independently and in groups. Campers will be tested verbally and in writing on shelter policies and procedures. For the safety of the animal and volunteers, only students who pass evaluations successfully will be considered for promotion to active volunteer status. Volunteers should be committed to a set volunteer schedule of two hours a month for a minimum of three months upon completion of training requirements. A detailed description of the ARF All Stars® volunteer program is available here.
Hours: 1:30 p.m. - 4:30 p.m., Monday - Friday
Price: $225 per one week session (one time All Star volunteer program fee)
 ARF 101 Camp
Grades 6-8
An introduction to animal welfare and how we can help protect our furry friends. Learn about rescue work, cat and dog adoptions, dog training techniques, service animals, what it takes to become a veterinarian and more! Each day’s lesson includes hands on activities and guest speakers covering a variety of fields in the animal welfare industry. No prior ARF experience necessary. This camp does not qualify students to become volunteers at ARF.
Hours: 1:30 p.m. - 4:30 p.m., Monday - Friday
Price: $175 per one week session
ARF All Stars® Volunteer Training Camp (High School)
This camp is a week long comprehensive volunteer training program for students going into grades 9-12. Students will be ready to volunteer at ARF by the start of the next school year. Completion of the program requires six hours of supervised animal interaction (three cat hours, three dog hours) and two hours of service outside of camp time.
 This camp is for highly motivated, mature students who wish to contribute to the daily lives of shelter animals. Volunteer Training Camp includes Levels 1, 2 and 3 of the ARF All Stars® Volunteer Training program. Campers will learn about cat and dog body language, behavior, care and enrichment techniques. Compassion for animals is a must and volunteers should not be afraid to get dirty. Volunteers should be comfortable working independently and in groups. Campers will be tested verbally and in writing on shelter policies and procedures. For the safety of the animal and volunteers, only students who pass evaluations successfully will be considered for promotion to active volunteer status. Volunteers should be committed to a set volunteer schedule of 2 hours a month for a minimum of 3 months upon completion of training requirements. A detailed description of the ARF All Stars® volunteer program is available here.
Participation in the high school program entitles the camper to attend a variety of Advanced Dog Workshops in the upcoming year at no additional cost!
Hours: 1:30 p.m. - 4:30 p.m., Monday - Friday
Price: $225 per one week session (one time All Star volunteer program fee)
 Dog Training Camp
Grades 8-12
For teens who have already completed the volunteer training classes Levels 1 and 2. This one week camp will provide campers with an introductory course in positive reinforcement dog training techniques. Campers will have hands on opportunities to experience training ARF dogs in order to prepare these shelter guests for adoption. What a wonderful and rewarding experience!
Hours: 9:30 a.m. - 12:30 p.m.
Price: $175 per one week session
 Animal Career Camp
Grades 7-12
For students who love working with animals and have an interest in a career in the animal industry. Animal Career Camp provides an opportunity for campers to explore their animal interests while discovering the many professional options available for a career with animals. Along with learning about becoming a veterinarian, campers will be introduced to less known pet related careers. Guest speakers from multiple fields will share their experiences and explain the basics of their professions.
Hours: 1:30 p.m. - 4:30 p.m., Monday - Friday
Price: $175 per one week session
 Animal Art Camp
Grades 6-12
Is your child the next Pi-cat-so or Dog-Vinci? Animal Arts Camp is an introductory painting course which will explore basic drawing techniques, watercolors and acrylic painting mediums. Students will learn fundamental concepts (including value, color, proportions and composition) by drawing and learning about ARF's furry four-legged friends. "Live models" will be present and include some of ARF's friendly Pet Hug Pack members, as well as shelter cats and dogs. Students will be encouraged to practice outside of camp time and will be provided all materials to create their masterpieces. No prior ARF experience is needed.
Hours: 1:30 p.m. - 4:30 p.m., Monday - Friday
Price: $175 per one week session
 Critter Construction
Grades 6-12
Students will help ARF dogs and cats by beautifying their surroundings, from painting critter condos, to planting a pet friendly garden, creating cat play boxes and scratching posts. Students will also learn the basics of carpentry and building improvement. All skill levels are welcome.
Hours: 9 a.m. - Noon, Monday - Friday
Price: $175 per one week session
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