Spring Break Camp Registration is Open

Join us this April Vacation for our Little Critter Camp. This full day camp offers hands on experience with learning to care for small animals like rabbits, guinea pigs, and ferrets for kids ages 8 to 11. Camp runs from April 15 - 19, 10am to 3pm.

Summer Camp registration is now open!

Does your child love animals?  Do you want to give your child the opportunity to learn about kindness and respect for animals in a fun and educational way? 
Critter Camp is the purr-fect opportunity for animal-loving children ages 8 to 11 who want to make a difference for shelter animals and to learn more about the RISPCA!

There will be 7 week-long sessions with 3 alternating themes taking place at our new shelter,
located at 155 Plan Way in Warwick, from 10am to 3pm daily.

Cost:  $300 includes a camp t-shirt
Hours: 10am to 3pm
Ages: 8 - 11 yrs old

Due to the popularity of our camp, we kindly ask that you sign up for no more than 2 weeks only, so as many children as possible have an opportunity to experience RISPCA summer camp. If your child is interested in attending an additional week(s) or current sessions are full, you can sign up for our waitlist by emailing humaneeducation@rispca.com. To learn more about what a day at camp might be like, please be sure to read over our Camp FAQs.

CAMP SCHOLARSHIPS

The Rhode Island SPCA provides financial assistance to parents/guardians, with special circumstances, to help send their child to camp. Camp Scholarships are available based on need, and on a first come/first served basis. If you are applying for a camp scholarship DO NOT register for a session.

Camp Themes:

Animals and Art

June 24-28th, July 22nd-26th, August 12th-16th

Of course we love taking care of animals! But, we love art too, and the way we express how we feel about animals makes an impact on sharing the mission of the RISPCA. This camp will be busy with projects - from tie dying to creating clay animals and collages, our projects will inspire everyone around us to care for our furry friends!

Animal Careers

July 8-12th, July 29th-August 2nd

Dive deep into the world of animal care and learn what it’s like to work at the RISPCA. Each day will be filled to the brim with animal appearances, special guests, and activities that will teach campers the ins and outs of working at an animal shelter. From veterinarians to animal welfare officers, there are so many people that make the RISPCA great!

Animal Behavior

July 15-19th, August 5th-9th

Did you know you can train a fish to jump through a hoop? Or a dog to fetch you your socks? Animal Behavior 101 explores the science behind being around, caring for, and training animals. Campers will become scientists, learn how to create scientific questions, and test them by spending time with critters at the RISPCA!

Refund Policy

Please note that we will issue a full refund if you cancel your registration prior to 2 weeks before your scheduled camp week.  If you cancel within those 2 weeks prior, we will issue a 50% refund.  Please email Stephanie Van Patten at svanpatten@rispca.com if you wish to cancel your registration.