ALBION, Ind. (ADAMS) – For the first time, Black Pine Animal Sanctuary is offering summer youth camps. Lexus Garces, the sanctuary’s Education Coordinator, says she is excited to offer fun new ways to share the organization’s passion for exotic animals, educate about the consequences of the exotic pet trade, and most importantly have some fun with local young people while doing it.
Black Pine released the following:
Teens and tweens can count on engaging in critical conversations on all sorts of WILD topics! You will not find a more unique experience. From animal welfare to conservation and animal care to legislation the young animal lover in your life will leave packed with the knowledge of how even THEY can make a true difference in the world of animals. As Indiana’s only exotic animal sanctuary accredited by the Global Federation of Animal Sanctuaries (GFAS,) Black Pine’s mission is to provide a refuge to captive-raised exotic animals while educating, advocating and building awareness about animal welfare.
Wanna be one of the first to attend? Here is everything you need to know:
Critter Camps (for ages 10-13) are 2-day sessions, available throughout June. They will take -place every Monday and Tuesday. Keeper Camps (for ages 14-17) are 3-day sessions, available throughout July, taking place every Monday, Tuesday, and Wednesday. The day camp schedules resemble an average school day. Excluding sign-in and pick-up, camp activities will run from 8:30 AM – 3:15 PM.
Animal enrichment sessions
“Become a Keeper” sessions
Animal education presentations
Scavenger hunts
Comprehensive tours
Staff chats and more!
Each camp has activities and animal lessons, modified to the respective camper ages. Spaces are limited! To secure your little critter’s spot, email Lexus at Lexus@blackpine.org.
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