Camp Details
Schedule and Location
Pet Ed-ventures is hosted in one-week segments at the Humane Society of St. Lucie County on 8890 Glades Cut Off Rd. Port St. Lucie, FL 34986. Camp hours will be Monday – Friday, from 10:00AM – 2:00PM.
Camp Activities
Children will engage in activities that will cover a variety of topics relating to pets and provide them with a unique, hands-on learning experience. Some of these topics and activities include:
- Learning to read animal body language
- Creating puzzles and toys for animal enrichment
- Practicing how to safely approach cats and dogs
- and other fun, educational crafts and projects
Please note: The curriculum and activities are the same each week. If your camper attends multiple weeks, they will be participating in the same lessons and projects.
Availability
Registration for camp is now open! There are 10 spots per week available. Camps are separated by grade level. For ease, please use the grade that your child will be entering in Fall 2026.
Students entering Grades 3-5
- Week 1: June 8 – June 12
Week 2: June 22 – June 26(SOLD OUT)- Week 3: July 6 – July 10
Week 4: July 20 – July 24(SOLD OUT)
Students entering Grades 6-8
Week 1: June 15 – June 19(SOLD OUT)- Week 2: June 29 – July 3
- Week 3: July 13 – July 17
- Week 4: July 27 – July 31
Please click the Register button below to view the most up-to-date availability for each session. Camp spots are filling up quickly, and registration is on a first-come, first-served basis.The curriculum and activities are the same each week. If your camper attends multiple weeks, they will be participating in the same lessons and projects.
Cost
The cost of each camp week is $50. This will include daily lunches, snacks, water, a T-shirt, and all of the materials needed for each camp activity.
Frequently Asked Questions
Camp activities will take place both indoors and outdoors. For comfort and safety, we require the following:
- Closed-toe shoes, especially ones that are appropriate for running and walking, like sneakers. Sandals, flip flops, heels, etc. are not permitted.
- Comfortable clothes that you wouldn’t mind if your child got dirty, like t-shirts, shorts, or sweatpants. Avoid sending your camper in nice or expensive clothing.
- Each camper WILL be given a Pet Ed-ventures camp t-shirt on their first day, They should wear this t-shirt to camp each following day.
Camp activities will also take place outdoors:
- On hot / sunny days, remember to apply sunscreen to your camper
- Consider sending them with a jacket or rain boots on rainy or cloudy days
All campers will be supplied with lunch, snacks, water, and all necessary materials for camp activities and projects. Therefore, you do not need to send your child with anything. However, you may consider the following:
- Allergies and picky eaters – You may want to consider packing lunch and snacks for your camper if they have allergies or if they’re a picky eater.
- Medicines – While we have first aid supplies readily available, we strongly recommend sending EpiPens and asthma inhalers with your child. Children MUST carry their EpiPen and / or inhaler AT ALL TIMES. If possible, please administer any other medications prior to drop-off.
Please take care to label all personal items with your child’s name. Humane Society of St. Lucie County is not responsible for any lost, damaged, or stolen equipment brought from home.
We strongly discourage sending your child to camp with any of high emotional or financial value. This includes money, toys, cell phones, and / or jewelry. Humane Society of St. Lucie County is not responsible for any lost, damaged, or stolen equipment brought from home.
Additionally, weapons, drugs, or alcohol are NOT permitted at our shelter. If a camper is found with these prohibited items, parents will be contacted for immediate dismissal and pick up without a refund.
We cannot accommodate children who are dropped off before the start of camp, or picked up beyond the end time of camp. All campers MUST be dropped off and picked up by the specified camp times.
If you are running late for either times, please give us a heads up by phone (772) 238-5631
At this time, there are no scholarships or financial aid available for Pet Ed-ventures through the Humane Society of St. Lucie County. If you have received a scholarship or other financial assistance from an outside organization, please reach out to us at [email protected].
The Pet Ed-ventures Registration Form allows for payment at the time of registration. You can pay via Credit or Debit Card or PayPal. If you would like to pay by cash or check, please contact our team at [email protected] for options.
Registrations are accepted on a first-come, first-served basis. Registrations will not be processed until payment is received. We cannot hold spaces without full payment.
Pet Ed-ventures Summer Camp Made Possible by:
Summer Camp Program Policies (MUST READ)
Cancellation Policies
All cancellations must be in writing via our contact form.
If a camp week is canceled by HSSLC, all registration fees will be refunded in full.
Registration fees for HSSLC summer camps are non-transferable.
- Cancellations made 7 days or more prior to the start of the camp session will be refunded, minus a $5 administration fee for each registration.
- Cancellations made less than 7 days prior to the start of the camp session will not be refunded.
Health of Campers
Please monitor your child for signs of illness and keep them home when ill. Campers with symptoms of infectious diseases, including COVID-19, influenza, respiratory syncytial virus (RSV), and gastrointestinal infections should stay home and get tested for COVID-19.
Campers who become ill while attending a summer camp will need to be picked up early by a parent or caregiver.
Camper Safety Measures
At Humane Society of St. Lucie County, we take youth safety seriously. That is why we ensure our staff and programs always take the following precautions to keep participants safe:
- We practice safe staff-to-camper ratio, following the Florida Department of Children and Families guidelines for childcare (or better): 1:25 staff-to-child. Our camp will have 1:10 staff-to-child.
Behavior Expectation
At the Humane Society of St. Lucie County’s Pet Ed-ventures Summer Camp, we expect all participants to treat fellow campers, staff members, and animals with kindness, respect, and compassion.
Children who consistently fail to follow these guidelines may be asked to leave the camp, and they will not be permitted to return for the remainder of the session. Please note, no refunds will be issued for campers who are dismissed due to behavioral concerns.
We maintain a zero-tolerance policy regarding any form of fighting or the use of objects as weapons. Additionally, the use of tobacco, drugs, or alcohol is strictly prohibited on our premises. Violations of these policies will result in immediate dismissal from camp without a refund.
By participating in our camp, you agree to uphold these expectations to ensure a safe and enjoyable environment for all.
Cell Phone Use During Camp
We understand that campers may want to use their phones during certain times of the day. Phones may be used during snack breaks, lunch, and animal interaction times (for photos only), or as directed by a counselor for specific activities. However, we encourage campers to keep their phones stored away when not in use. This allows them to fully engage in the camp experience, interact with their fellow campers, and immerse themselves in the world around them.
Our goal is to help campers focus on building connections, practicing patience, and enjoying hands-on learning with animals and each other.
Photos During Camp
The Humane Society of St. Lucie County sometimes uses photos and videos (which may feature your child) taken during our summer camp in promotional and educational materials such as brochures, flyers, our website, social media, etc.
Allergies
Please note that children may encounter common potential allergens while at camp, including dog and cat dander, nut, wheat, dairy products, etc. Due to the nature of our work, we cannot guarantee an environment free from any allergens.
EpiPen and Asthma Inhaler
Children who bring an EpiPen and/or Asthma Inhaler to camp must carry it with them, on their person, at all times (a fanny pack might be helpful).