Give students a classroom experience unlike any other at the Humane Society of Tampa Bay. Field trips provide students and teachers the opportunity to visit the shelter, learn about animal welfare, and discover how HSTB helps animals and the community every day.
Students enjoy a shelter tour, a behind-the-scenes look at the adoption process, activities that help shelter animals, a TNVR presentation, and plenty of time spent with the animals in HSTB’s care.
Designed for students and teachers looking for an educational animal welfare experience.
Shelter tour, behind-the-scenes experiences, TNVR presentation, animal-focused activities, and time with shelter animals.
Students should bring their own bagged lunch.
Availability must be confirmed with the Humane Education Manager prior to booking.
Explore the Humane Society and learn how animals are cared for while they wait for adoption.
See the process of preparing animals for adoption and learn what happens behind the shelter doors.
Learn about Trap-Neuter-Vaccinate-Return programs and how communities help cats in need.
Participate in activities designed to enrich the lives of shelter pets while learning about animal welfare.
Real-World Learning: Students experience firsthand how animal shelters operate and support the community.
Educational & Interactive: Field trips combine presentations, tours, activities, and animal interactions into one engaging experience.
Community Awareness: Students gain a better understanding of responsible pet ownership and animal welfare.
Memories Experiences: Time spent with shelter animals creates meaningful learning opportunities students remember long after the trip ends.
Shelter Tour: Guided exploration of the Humane Society campus.
Adoption Journey: Learn how animals are prepared for adoption and matched with families.
TNVR Education: Interactive presentation on community animal welfare programs.
Animal Enrichment Activity: Participate in activities that directly benefit shelter animals.
Confirm Availability: Contact the Humane Education Manager to discuss available field trip dates.
Reserve Your Visit: A $50 non-refundable deposit is required at booking.
Prepare Your Students: Students should bring a bagged lunch for their visit.
Experience the Shelter: Spend the day learning, exploring, and helping animals in need.
“My students talk about this trip all year. They didn’t just learn about animal welfare — they saw it, and they came back wanting to help.”
— Elementary Teacher, Hillsborough County
More Humane Education Programs
Pets & Tots
For little learners and their grown-ups.
Paw Literacy
Build confidence through stories & shelter pets.
Pet Partner Club
For animal lovers ready to build leadership skills.
Girl Scout Trips
Engage scouts through a hands-on experience.
Say hello to some of our adoptable pets and learn their stories.