Camps

Teaching the next generation of animal advocates !

Camps & Workshops for Every Young Animal Friend!

Our programs are designed to spark curiosity, kindness, and compassion—through stories, hands-on activities, and furry friend adventures!

Grade Levels: Listed below to help you choose the perfect program for your child based on the grade they are attending. Please be sure to register for the camp or workshop that matches your child’s current grade.

Whether it’s a week-long camp full of animal adventures or a one-day workshop packed with fun learning, there’s something for every young animal lover!

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Is an Animal Friends camp or workshop right for your child?

Our programs could be a great option if your child:

Loves Animals

All camps include interacting with animals in a safe and monitored environment.
Enjoys Hands-On Activities

Our programs provide plenty of opportunities for animal handling while learning how to safely care for them in a supervised setting.
Is Creative

If your child enjoys using their imagination and getting creative, our programs offers plenty of opportunities for artistic expression, whether it’s crafting, making animal-related art, or engaging in role-playing activities.
Is Interested in an Animal Related Career

We provide valuable insights into various fields such as animal care, training and veterinary science.

Our programs may not be right for you if your child:

Needs All-Day Childcare

We do not provide pre- or post- camp or workshop childcare.
Has a Fear or Allergy of Animals

Our programs are not appropriate for those who are allergic or fearful of dogs, cats or rabbits.
Struggles with Following Instruction

For the safety of the children and animals, all participants must be able to follow verbal directions or be accompanied by an adult assistant.
Requires Constant Supervision

Animal Friends' Staff may not be equipped to provide individual accommodations for issues that could disrupt the learning environment or affect the safety of others.
Has a Severe Nut Allergy

Animal Friends is not a nut-free facility.

Please Note: While we strive to provide meaningful and appropriate animal interactions, they are just one of many activities offered during each program. Interactions are dependent on the consent & well-being of the animals and are therefore not guaranteed.

Upcoming Camps & Workshops

Our programs sell out quickly!

If you would like to be added to the waitlist for a sold out camp or workshop, please provide your name, phone number and the specific name of the program you are interested in attending to AFU@ThinkingOutsideTheCage.org.

2026 Spring Camps

Registration Opens February 5

Spring Camp: Pet Care Detective

For: Students in Grades 1-6

Calling all young animal lovers and curious minds!

Our Pet Care Detective Spring Camp invites campers to crack the case on what pets really need to be happy, healthy, and safe. Through hands-on activities, games, crafts, and real-world problem solving, campers will learn how to investigate animal care clues just like true detectives.

Each day, campers will uncover secrets about basic pet needs, learn how to read animal body language, practice staying safe around animals, and explore how people help animals in their communities. Activities are age-appropriate, interactive, and designed to build empathy, critical thinking, and confidence. But every good investigation has a mystery… who could be hiding behind the clues? Campers will discover surprises along the way and might even meet a very special animal visitor during camp.

Perfect for kids who love animals, enjoy solving mysteries, or want to learn how to be a better helper to pets. Join us for three fun-filled days of discovery, teamwork, and animal-themed fun.

Spaces are limited. Register early to secure your spot.