Humane Education
The League runs various programs that provide assistance to the community. Call (703) 931-9241 x200 for more information.
We can visit your school, scout troop, church, nursing home or community organization. Topics include preventing pet overpopulation, responsible pet ownership, animal welfare and the League’s role in the community. Presentations are available in English and Spanish! Download the brochure for details.
Please contact our Director of Community Programs, Jennifer Pickar, to schedule a presentation or shelter tour or to inquire about other humane education opportunities. Call (703) 931-9241 x213 or e-mail: jpickar@awla.org.
In addition to presentations and tours, we also offer a Kids’ Camp each summer in July.
Summer Camp Registration is Now Open!
The League offers two different summer camps based on the camper’s age. Each camp repeats once for a total of four summer camps. All camps take place during the month of July.
Registration forms may be printed here: Kids’ Month Registration-Updated
We do not offer online or over the phone registrations. Summer camps are filled on a first-come, first served basis. Summer camps tend to fill up quickly!
If possible, it is best to bring your registration to our front desk to be processed during normal League business hours (please see the home page for hours) rather than mailing it in.
We regret that we are unable to offer before or aftercare for our summer campers. For questions about summer camp, please contact Jennifer Pickar, Director of Community Programs at (703) 931-9241, ext. 213.
Dogs, Cats, & Small Animals Camp (Ages 6-9)
This camp at the Animal Welfare League of Arlington will teach your children to have empathy and compassion for animals. Children will learn how to be responsible pet owners and make good choices for animal welfare. They will learn all about wildlife in Arlington, the different kinds of companion animals that make good pets, bite prevention and will hear from guest speakers who are area animal professionals. Children will have a chance to tour the shelter and meet many of our animals that are on view for adoption. Participants need to bring a bag lunch, drink, and a snack. Space is limited! Registration forms are in the following pages. Please return the completed registration forms with your payment to the address listed at the bottom of the registration from. Fee: $150 per participant. This summer camp is offered the following dates/times: Monday, July 15th-Wednesday, July 17th 10:00 A.M. – 3:00 PM or Monday, July 29th-Wednesday, July 31st 10:00 A.M. – 3:00 PM. Please note that your child may only be registered for one of these camp sessions (content repeats).
A Week in the Life of the League (Ages 10-13) -
Both Dates For This Camp Are Full- Wait List Only
Does your child love animals? If your child has an interest in working with animals, this could be the perfect camp for him/her. Participants will get a chance to go behind the scenes at the League and observe League operations. Participants will learn about front desk operations, animal control calls, humane education, fundraising, and kennel operations. Participants will have a chance to meet area animal professionals. Participants need to bring a bag lunch, drink, and a snack. Space is limited! Registration forms are in the following pages. Please return the completed registration forms with your payment to the address listed at the bottom of the registration from. Fee: $220 per participant. This summer camp is offered the following dates/times: Monday, July 8th-Friday, July 12th 10:00 AM- 4:00 PM or Monday, July 22nd -Friday, July 26th 10:00 AM- 4:00 PM. Please note that your child may only be registered for one of these camp sessions (content repeats).
