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Animal workshops, camps and events for kids



Spring Break

This spring break season, we are excited to offer a variety of workshops and mini-camps for kids. See below for event details in Castlegar, Kamloops, Kelowna, Maple Ridge, Nanaimo and Surrey!


CASTLEGAR

Event: Spring break mini-camp
Date: Mar. 20 – FULL & 21 – FULL
Time: 9:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. (drop-off begins at 9:00 a.m.; pick-up extends to 3:00 p.m.)
Ages: 8-11
Cost: $40
Questions/waitlist requests: Please contact Stephenie Campbell

Join us as we explore the wonderful world of animals! On Monday, Mar. 20 we celebrate the official arrival of spring by learning about wildlife and how connected we are to our wild neighbours. On Tuesday, Mar. 21 we go on a voyage of discovery to the land of pets! Let’s learn to speak their language and try to figure out what goes on in their busy brains. Register for one or both days.

Check out a ‘ruff’ shape of the day! (PDF)

 

Event: Spring junior workshop
Date: Mar. 23
Time: 9:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. (drop-off begins at 9:00 a.m.; pick-up extends to 1:00 p.m.)
Ages: 6-7
Cost: $35

Junior animal lovers are invited to join us on a voyage of discovery to the land of animals! We will learn about being safe and gentle with our own pets, play fun games, do a creative craft and meet some adoptable animals in our care.

Check out a ‘ruff’ shape of the day! (PDF) Questions? Contact Stephenie Campbell.

REGISTER


KAMLOOPS

Event: Spring break mini-camp – FULL
Date: Mar. 27 & 28 (register for one or both days)
Time: 9:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. (drop-off begins at 9:00 a.m.; pick-up extends to 3:00 p.m.)
Ages: 8-11
Cost: $40 for one-day, or $75 for both days
Questions/waitlist requests: Please contact Deirdre Campbell

Climb, dig, nibble and burrow your way into fun this spring break with the BC SPCA! Participants will have the chance to ponder pets, wonder at wildlife and learn how they can help the BC SPCA in making a difference for animals. With fun games, hands-on learning stations, pawsome crafts and the chance to meet some animals in our care, there’s something to get everyone’s tail wagging!

Check out a ‘ruff’ shape of the day! (PDF)

 

Event: Spring break junior workshop – FULL
Date: Mar. 29
Time: 9:30 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. (drop-off begins at 9:00 a.m.; pick-up extends to 1:30 p.m.)
Ages: 6-7
Cost: $35
Questions/waitlist requests: Please contact Deirdre Campbell

Do you have a budding animal expert on your hands? Do they delight in discovering animal facts? Then they’ll love this half-day workshop! Junior animal enthusiasts are invited to join us for this very special event filled with animal-themed stories, pawsome crafts and games, and a chance to meet some of the animals in our care.

Check out a ‘ruff’ shape of the day! (PDF)


KELOWNA

Event: Spring break workshop – FULL
Date: Mar. 20 OR 21
Time: 9:30 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. (drop-off begins at 9:00 a.m.; pick-up extends to 3:30 p.m.)
Ages: 8-11
Cost: $40
Questions/waitlist requests: Please contact Keigan Hollefriend

Do you have a budding animal expert on your hands who delight in discovering animal facts? Then they’ll love this one-day workshop! Young animal enthusiasts aged 8 to 11 are invited to join us at the Kelowna BC SPCA this Spring Break for a very special one-day workshop filled with hands-on learning stations, paw-some crafts and games, and the chance to meet some of the animals in our care! Please register for March 20th OR March 21st.

Check out a ‘ruff’ shape of the day! (PDF)

 

Event: Spring break junior workshop – FULL
Date: Mar. 22
Time: 9:30 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. (drop-off begins at 9:00 a.m.; pick-up extends to 1:30 p.m.)
Ages: 6-7
Cost: $35
Questions/waitlist requests: Please contact Keigan Hollefriend

Do you have a budding animal expert on your hands? Do they delight in discovering animal facts? Then they’ll love this half-day workshop! Junior animal enthusiasts are invited to join us for this very special event filled with animal-themed stories, pawsome crafts and games, and a chance to meet some of the animals in our care.

Check out a ‘ruff’ shape of the day! (PDF)


MAPLE RIDGE

Event: Spring break mini-camp – FULL
Date: Mar. 14-16
Time: 9:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. (drop-off begins at 9:00 a.m.; pick-up extends to 3:00 p.m.)
Ages: 8-11
Cost: $140
Questions/waitlist requests: Please contact Bailey Murphy

Calling all youth who want to make the world a better place for pets, people and the planet! Join us for a three-day mini-camp in shelter where we will explore issues faced by our furry friends through group discussions, hands-on learning stations and animal expert guest speakers. We will create pawsome enrichment opportunities for the animals in our care, and meet some of them along the way. At the end of mini-camp, parents and guardians are invited to view our showcase — you don’t want to miss it!

Check out a ‘ruff’ shape of the day!


NANAIMO

Event: Spring break mini-camp: Habitat Heroes for Animals – FULL
Date: Mar. 22 OR 23
Time: 9:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. (drop-off begins at 9:00 a.m.; pick-up extends to 3:00 p.m.)
Ages: 8-12
Cost: $40
Questions/waitlist requests: Please contact Michelle Atterby

This spring, youth ages 8 to 12 can become “habitat heroes” and learn how to make a positive impact for local wildlife. Through hands-on crafts, games and nature exploration, participants will learn how wild animals contribute to our ecosystems, and what we can do to help them.


SURREY

Event: Spring break mini-camp – FULL
Date: Mar. 21-23
Time: 9:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. (drop-off begins at 9:00 a.m.; pick-up extends to 3:00 p.m.)
Ages: 8-11
Cost: $140
Questions/waitlist requests: Please contact Allison Simpson

Calling all youth who want to make the world a better place for pets, people and the planet! Join us for a three-day mini-camp in shelter where we will explore issues faced by our furry friends through group discussions, hands-on learning stations and animal expert guest speakers. We will create pawsome enrichment opportunities for the animals in our care, and meet some of them along the way. At the end of mini-camp, parents and guardians are invited to view our showcase — you don’t want to miss it!

Check out a ‘ruff’ shape of the day!


Summer camps 2023

We are pleased to be offering summer camp programs at a variety of BC SPCA Animal Centres this summer. Our full summer schedule will be posted on Mar. 31., and registration will open Apr. 3 at 12:00 p.m. PDT.


Financial assistance

If your child is interested in attending our programs, but cost may be a barrier, we welcome you to complete our online application for financial assistance. We have a limited number of bursaries available. Please contact us if you have any questions, or if you would like a downloadable version of the application.


Refund policy

In-person event refund policy: A full refund will be issued with seven full days’ notice of cancellation. Refunds will not be issued if registration is cancelled within fewer than seven days of a program’s start date. Exceptions will be made for medical/family emergencies and will be handled on a case-by-case basis. Please abide by the age range set for campers. Participants registered outside of the age range may not qualify for a refund.

Virtual youth event refund policy: A full refund will be issued with seven full days’ notice of cancellation. Refunds will not be issued if registration is cancelled within fewer than seven days of a program’s start date.


Educational support

In order for us to provide a safe, inclusive and supportive environment, we ask you to provide any information that will help us make our camps a great experience for your child.

If your child requires assistance at school, please contact our Humane Education department so we can discuss how best to support them. If your child requires more one-on-one support, we may ask for an aid with a Criminal Record Check to attend the event with your child to ensure they are supported.


Questions?

Our camp admin team is here to help! Please email camp@spca.bc.ca and we will respond as quickly as possible. Admin support is available Monday through Friday.


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