Warrick Humane Society (WHS) is excited to announce the return of its Critter Camp
Summer Sessions, an educational and interactive youth program designed to teach children about animal
care, shelter work, and the mission of humane societies.
Hosted by WHS’ Youth Program Coordinator, Critter Camp gives children a behind-the-scenes look at what
it’s like to work at an animal shelter while helping them learn the responsibilities of pet ownership,
compassion for animals, and the importance of animal welfare in the community.
The program includes hands-on learning opportunities, activities, animal interactions, and age-appropriate
educational experiences focused on caring for companion animals and understanding the role of a humane
society.
The 2026 Critter Camp sessions include:
• Ages 5–7: June 1–5 | 8:30 AM – 11:30 AM
• Ages 8–10: June 8–12 | NOW FULL
• Ages 11–12: June 15–19 | 8:30 AM – 11:30 AM
• Ages 5–7: July 6–10 | 8:30 AM – 11:30 AM
• Ages 8–10: July 13–17 | 8:30 AM – 11:30 AM
• Ages 11–12: July 20–24 | 8:30 AM – 11:30 AM
The cost is $150 per session. Registration includes a Critter Camp T-shirt and an adoptable stuffed animal for
each participant.
Critter Camp has become a meaningful way for children to build empathy, responsibility, and confidence
while connecting with animals and peers, and learning more about rescue work in a fun and engaging
environment.
“We love giving kids the opportunity to learn about animal welfare in such a hands-on and positive way,” said
McKenzie Puckett, Communications Coordinator of Warrick Humane Society. “Critter Camp helps children
better understand the work that goes into caring for homeless pets every day while also creating meaningful
experiences with animals and peers.”
For more information or to register for Critter Camp Summer Sessions, please contact
volunteerwarrick@gmail.com.
About Warrick Humane Society: Warrick Humane Society, a no-kill shelter located in Newburgh, Indiana. It
was founded in 1983 by a handful of dedicated volunteers who rescued lost, injured and neglected animals.
Since WHS opened their building in 1997 and began actively working with Animal Control agencies and other
rescue organizations, WHS has saved thousands of animals and placed them in loving homes. Warrick
Humane Society is a 501(c)(3) no-kill rescue dedicated to improving companion animals’ lives. WHS does not
receive any funding from taxes or any national organizations. WHS is funded entirely by individual and
corporate donations, bequests, grants and fundraising events. Because all animals adopted by WHS are
spayed/neutered, vaccinated, treated for parasites and microchipped as well as receiving any other special
care they may need, finding enough funding is always a challenge.
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