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Humane Education Programs:

Summer Camp, Book Club, and Exploring




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At MVHS we believe education plays a key role in achieving our mission.

Playful Paws Summer Camp

Playful Paws Summer Camp 2008 will be three full 2-day camps being held on Tuesdays and Thursdays from 10am-4pm:

  • Session A: 1st & 2nd Grade, June 17 and 19
  • Session B: 3rd & 4th Grade, June 24 and 26 ONLY 3 Spots Remain!
  • Session C: 5th & 6th Grade, July 8 and 10 FULL

    Kids entering Grades 1-6 will participate in a variety of activities including Animal Yoga, Craft Projects, and a Behind the Scenes Tour! Kids will also meet some of MVHS’ Animal Ambassadors, and learn about a variety of animal-related topics from MVHS' Humane Educator, Veterinary Technician, and Volunteers. Cost for this year's 2-day camp will be $75, which includes snacks and lunch for both days!

    Registration is now available! Please print off the Camp Registration Form and mail to MVHS, ATTN:Humane Educator

    Kids are Reading to Dogs!

    MVHS has started a new Animal Book Club!

    Kids in grades 1-5 will meet at the Burnhaven Library in Burnsville from 6:30-7:30pm the 1st Monday of every month November-May.

    Book Club Kids will check out an assigned book each month to discuss at the following club meeting. Kids will also read to one of our Ambassador Dogs during each club meeting.

    A $30 Book Club Fee directly benefits MVHS' Humane Education Program. Please Call or Email Our Humane Educator to Register!

    Animal Career Exploring

    A new program for older kids!

    The Northern Star Council and MVHS have teamed up to offer kids ages 14-21 an opportunity to explore animal-related careers.

    Kids will meet with MVHS' Humane Educator on the 2nd Monday of every month during the '07-08 school year from 5:30-6:30.

    Pre-Registration is required; there is a $10 registration fee.

    Check out the Northern Star Council's Exploring website for more information.

    Other Humane Education Programs

    Please view our Humane Education Programs page to find information about Tours, Classroom Visits, and Shelter Helper Service Projects!

    Contact

    For more information on any Humane Education Program, please contact:

    Kara DeVriendt, Humane Educator

    (952) 894-5000 ext. 22

    KaraD@MVHSpets.org

    Check back often for new and updated programs!




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    Minnesota Valley Humane Society
    1313 East Highway 13, Burnsville MN 55337
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