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SUMMARY:10:30am-12:00pm Junior Nature Play Monday Series
DESCRIPTION:Junior Nature Play is back in Winter 2021! Children in kindergarten and first grade may sign up for this immersive\, lightly-structured program that lets kids be “free-range” while being safely supervised. Instructor Katie Koerten will lead us to our favorite places to play in the forest\, such as Stump City\, the Ferns\, and the Faraway Woods. We’ll hope for snow so we can go sledding\, build snow shelters and slide on ice! Each day includes games\, free play\, and a story time. \nAges 5–7 or Grades K–1\nLimited to 8 participants. \nMondays Series:\nwith Katie Koerten\n10:30am–12:00pm\nJanuary 11–March 15 (no program January 18 or February 15)\nFee per Child: Tier A-$240 | Tier B-$192 | Tier C-$144  | Tier D-$96
URL:https://www.hitchcockcenter.org/event/1030am-1200pm-junior-nature-play-monday-series-6/
CATEGORIES:Ages 5–8 or Grades K–3
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210301T153000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210301T173000
DTSTAMP:20260424T054838
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SUMMARY:3:30-5:30pm Nature Play Afterschool Monday Series
DESCRIPTION:Hitchcock’s Nature Play Afterschool Program is designed to let kids be kids. Together we will run\, jump\, climb\, invent\, imagine\, play and be free-range kids all while developing self-confidence and learning valuable social skills. During Winter Nature Play we will explore wooded trails and fields\, play in the snow\, build forts\, sled\, make snow creations\, climb trees\, and make new discoveries about ourselves and the world around us. Our instructors provide a safe setting for children to explore nature and encourage children to stretch their limits. \nAges 6–9 or Grades 1–3\nLimited to 12 participants per series. \nMonday Series:\nwith Aemelia Thompson\n3:30–5:30pm\nJanuary 11–March 15 (no program February 15)*\nFee per Child: Tier A-$248 | Tier B-$198 | Tier C-$149  | Tier D-$99\n* There will be no extended days during our Winter session but we will run our program on Martin Luther King\, JR. day.
URL:https://www.hitchcockcenter.org/event/330-530pm-nature-play-afterschool-monday-series-7/
CATEGORIES:Ages 5–8 or Grades K–3
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210302T153000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210302T173000
DTSTAMP:20260424T054838
CREATED:20201123T213146Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20201123T214448Z
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SUMMARY:3:30-5:30pm Nature Play Afterschool Tuesday Series
DESCRIPTION:Hitchcock’s Nature Play Afterschool Program is designed to let kids be kids. Together we will run\, jump\, climb\, invent\, imagine\, play and be free-range kids all while developing self-confidence and learning valuable social skills. During Winter Nature Play we will explore wooded trails and fields\, play in the snow\, build forts\, sled\, make snow creations\, climb trees\, and make new discoveries about ourselves and the world around us. Our instructors provide a safe setting for children to explore nature and encourage children to stretch their limits. \nAges 6–9 or Grades 1–3\nLimited to 12 participants per series. \nTuesday Series:\nwith Monya Relles\n3:30–5:30pm\nJanuary 12–March 16 (no program February 16)\nFee per Child: Tier A-$248 | Tier B-$198 | Tier C-$149  | Tier D-$99
URL:https://www.hitchcockcenter.org/event/330-530pm-nature-play-afterschool-tuesday-series-7/
CATEGORIES:Ages 5–8 or Grades K–3
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210302T153000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210302T173000
DTSTAMP:20260424T054838
CREATED:20201123T215953Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20201123T215953Z
UID:10002102-1614699000-1614706200@www.hitchcockcenter.org
SUMMARY:10am-12pm Morning Nature Play Series
DESCRIPTION:Morning Nature Play is back in winter 2021! Every day is a mix of games\, exploring and playing – and snack and story around the fire! We’ll romp and play in the fields and forests of the Hitchcock Center\, noticing the beauty of the winter season and playing games. And of course\, we’ll visit our favorite spots to play — Roots\, Stumps and Ferns! We’ll hope for lots of snow for building snow shelters and sledding\, and maybe ice for sliding\, too! \nAges 6–9 or Grades 1–3\nLimited to 10 participants. \nwith Katie Koerten\nTuesdays\, 10:00am–12:00pm\nJanuary 12–March 16 (no program February 16)\nFee per Child: Tier A-$304 | Tier B-$243 | Tier C-$182  | Tier D-$122
URL:https://www.hitchcockcenter.org/event/10am-12pm-morning-nature-play-series-6/
CATEGORIES:Ages 5–8 or Grades K–3
END:VEVENT
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210303T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210303T120000
DTSTAMP:20260424T054838
CREATED:20201123T201319Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20201123T201319Z
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SUMMARY:10:30am-12:00pm Being Animals Series 
DESCRIPTION:Attention Kindergartners and first graders! On Wednesdays this winter\, it’s Junior Nature Play with a twist. Every day we’re going to be a different animal! Slide like an otter\, hop like a hare\, swoop like a snowy owl\, and more. Each day we’ll play animal games\, hear animal stories and explore animal habitats! And of course\, we’ll visit our favorite places to play\, such as Fern Village\, Roots and Stump City! Come be wild in the woods this winter with Katie! \nAges 5-7\, Grades K-1\nLimited to 8 participants. \nwith Katie Koerten\nWednesdays\, 10:30am-12:00pm\nJanuary 6–March 17 (no program February 17)\nFee per Child: Tier A-$300 | Tier B-$240 | Tier C-$180  | Tier D-$120
URL:https://www.hitchcockcenter.org/event/1030am-1200pm-being-animals-series-7/
CATEGORIES:Ages 5–8 or Grades K–3
END:VEVENT
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210303T153000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210303T173000
DTSTAMP:20260424T054838
CREATED:20201119T185934Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20201119T185934Z
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SUMMARY:3:30-5:30pm Junior Nature Play Afterschool Series
DESCRIPTION:Ages 5–7 or Grades K–1\nLimited to 8 participants. \nwith Aemelia Thompson\nWednesdays\, 3:30–5:00pm*\nJanuary 13–March 17 (no class February 17)\nFee per Child: Tier A-$186 | Tier B-$149 | Tier C-$111  | Tier D-$75 \nIntroducing a Nature Play Afterschool option for Kindergartners and first graders! At this program we run\, jump\, climb\, invent\, imagine\, play and are free-range kids\, all while developing our self-confidence and learning valuable social skills. Our instructors provide a safe setting for children to explore nature and encourage children to stretch their limits. Come explore our wooded trails and fields\, play pretend in the snow\, go sledding\, and make snow creations with us this winter!\n*There will be no extended days during our winter session
URL:https://www.hitchcockcenter.org/event/330-530pm-junior-nature-play-afterschool-series-6/
CATEGORIES:Ages 5–8 or Grades K–3
END:VEVENT
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210303T153000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210303T173000
DTSTAMP:20260424T054838
CREATED:20201123T213939Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20201123T214337Z
UID:10002092-1614785400-1614792600@www.hitchcockcenter.org
SUMMARY:3:30-5:30pm Nature Play Afterschool Wednesday Series
DESCRIPTION:Hitchcock’s Nature Play Afterschool Program is designed to let kids be kids. Together we will run\, jump\, climb\, invent\, imagine\, play and be free-range kids all while developing self-confidence and learning valuable social skills. During Winter Nature Play we will explore wooded trails and fields\, play in the snow\, build forts\, sled\, make snow creations\, climb trees\, and make new discoveries about ourselves and the world around us. Our instructors provide a safe setting for children to explore nature and encourage children to stretch their limits. \nAges 6–9 or Grades 1–3\nLimited to 12 participants per series. \nWednesday Series:\nwith Jeff Mazur\n3:30–5:30pm  (no extended days in winter)\nJanuary 13–March 17 (no class February 17)\nFee per Child: Tier A-$248 | Tier B-$198 | Tier C-$149  | Tier D-$99
URL:https://www.hitchcockcenter.org/event/330-530pm-nature-play-afterschool-wednesday-series-6/
CATEGORIES:Ages 5–8 or Grades K–3
END:VEVENT
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210304T094500
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210304T124500
DTSTAMP:20260424T054838
CREATED:20201123T221127Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20201123T221127Z
UID:10002105-1614851100-1614861900@www.hitchcockcenter.org
SUMMARY:9:45–12:45pm Homeschool I: Storytelling in the Forest 
DESCRIPTION:Homeschool I is back for a session all about story. While immersed in nature\, we’ll tell stories and listen to stories; we’ll write stories and act them out. We’ll play storytelling games\, read stories from many cultures\, and even think about the ways we can use stories to solve problems like climate change. Free play\, sit spots\, running games\, and journaling are all built into each day. Each day will start with a question of the day and there will be optional projects to do at home. \nAges 6-8 or Grades 1-3\nLimited to 10 participants. \nwith Monya Relles\nThursdays\, 9:45–12:45pm\nMarch 4–May 13 (no program April 22)\nFee per Child: Tier A-$563 | Tier B-$450 | Tier C-$338  | Tier D-$225
URL:https://www.hitchcockcenter.org/event/945-1245pm-homeschool-i-storytelling-in-the-forest/
CATEGORIES:Ages 5–8 or Grades K–3
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210304T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210304T120000
DTSTAMP:20260424T054838
CREATED:20201119T184343Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20201119T184343Z
UID:10001989-1614853800-1614859200@www.hitchcockcenter.org
SUMMARY:10:30am-12:00pm Junior Nature Play Thursday Series
DESCRIPTION:Junior Nature Play is back in Winter 2021! Children in kindergarten and first grade may sign up for this immersive\, lightly-structured program that lets kids be “free-range” while being safely supervised. Instructor Katie Koerten will lead us to our favorite places to play in the forest\, such as Stump City\, the Ferns\, and the Faraway Woods. We’ll hope for snow so we can go sledding\, build snow shelters and slide on ice! Each day includes games\, free play\, and a story time. \nAges 5–7 or Grades K–1\nLimited to 8 participants.  \nThursday Series:\nwith Katie Koerten\n10:30am–12:00pm\nJanuary 7–March 18 (no program February 18)\nFee per Child: Tier A-$300 | Tier B-$240 | Tier C-$180  | Tier D-$120
URL:https://www.hitchcockcenter.org/event/1030am-1200pm-junior-nature-play-thursday-series-8/
CATEGORIES:Ages 5–8 or Grades K–3
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210308T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210308T120000
DTSTAMP:20260424T054838
CREATED:20201119T181455Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20201119T181455Z
UID:10001980-1615199400-1615204800@www.hitchcockcenter.org
SUMMARY:10:30am-12:00pm Junior Nature Play Monday Series
DESCRIPTION:Junior Nature Play is back in Winter 2021! Children in kindergarten and first grade may sign up for this immersive\, lightly-structured program that lets kids be “free-range” while being safely supervised. Instructor Katie Koerten will lead us to our favorite places to play in the forest\, such as Stump City\, the Ferns\, and the Faraway Woods. We’ll hope for snow so we can go sledding\, build snow shelters and slide on ice! Each day includes games\, free play\, and a story time. \nAges 5–7 or Grades K–1\nLimited to 8 participants. \nMondays Series:\nwith Katie Koerten\n10:30am–12:00pm\nJanuary 11–March 15 (no program January 18 or February 15)\nFee per Child: Tier A-$240 | Tier B-$192 | Tier C-$144  | Tier D-$96
URL:https://www.hitchcockcenter.org/event/1030am-1200pm-junior-nature-play-monday-series-7/
CATEGORIES:Ages 5–8 or Grades K–3
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210308T153000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210308T173000
DTSTAMP:20260424T054838
CREATED:20201123T211954Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20201123T214612Z
UID:10002076-1615217400-1615224600@www.hitchcockcenter.org
SUMMARY:3:30-5:30pm Nature Play Afterschool Monday Series
DESCRIPTION:Hitchcock’s Nature Play Afterschool Program is designed to let kids be kids. Together we will run\, jump\, climb\, invent\, imagine\, play and be free-range kids all while developing self-confidence and learning valuable social skills. During Winter Nature Play we will explore wooded trails and fields\, play in the snow\, build forts\, sled\, make snow creations\, climb trees\, and make new discoveries about ourselves and the world around us. Our instructors provide a safe setting for children to explore nature and encourage children to stretch their limits. \nAges 6–9 or Grades 1–3\nLimited to 12 participants per series. \nMonday Series:\nwith Aemelia Thompson\n3:30–5:30pm\nJanuary 11–March 15 (no program February 15)*\nFee per Child: Tier A-$248 | Tier B-$198 | Tier C-$149  | Tier D-$99\n* There will be no extended days during our Winter session but we will run our program on Martin Luther King\, JR. day.
URL:https://www.hitchcockcenter.org/event/330-530pm-nature-play-afterschool-monday-series-8/
CATEGORIES:Ages 5–8 or Grades K–3
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210309T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210309T120000
DTSTAMP:20260424T054838
CREATED:20201123T220037Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20201123T220037Z
UID:10002103-1615284000-1615291200@www.hitchcockcenter.org
SUMMARY:10am-12pm Morning Nature Play Series
DESCRIPTION:Morning Nature Play is back in winter 2021! Every day is a mix of games\, exploring and playing – and snack and story around the fire! We’ll romp and play in the fields and forests of the Hitchcock Center\, noticing the beauty of the winter season and playing games. And of course\, we’ll visit our favorite spots to play — Roots\, Stumps and Ferns! We’ll hope for lots of snow for building snow shelters and sledding\, and maybe ice for sliding\, too! \nAges 6–9 or Grades 1–3\nLimited to 10 participants. \nwith Katie Koerten\nTuesdays\, 10:00am–12:00pm\nJanuary 12–March 16 (no program February 16)\nFee per Child: Tier A-$304 | Tier B-$243 | Tier C-$182  | Tier D-$122
URL:https://www.hitchcockcenter.org/event/10am-12pm-morning-nature-play-series-7/
CATEGORIES:Ages 5–8 or Grades K–3
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210309T153000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210309T173000
DTSTAMP:20260424T054838
CREATED:20201123T213232Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20201123T214438Z
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SUMMARY:3:30-5:30pm Nature Play Afterschool Tuesday Series
DESCRIPTION:Hitchcock’s Nature Play Afterschool Program is designed to let kids be kids. Together we will run\, jump\, climb\, invent\, imagine\, play and be free-range kids all while developing self-confidence and learning valuable social skills. During Winter Nature Play we will explore wooded trails and fields\, play in the snow\, build forts\, sled\, make snow creations\, climb trees\, and make new discoveries about ourselves and the world around us. Our instructors provide a safe setting for children to explore nature and encourage children to stretch their limits. \nAges 6–9 or Grades 1–3\nLimited to 12 participants per series. \nTuesday Series:\nwith Monya Relles\n3:30–5:30pm\nJanuary 12–March 16 (no program February 16)\nFee per Child: Tier A-$248 | Tier B-$198 | Tier C-$149  | Tier D-$99
URL:https://www.hitchcockcenter.org/event/330-530pm-nature-play-afterschool-tuesday-series-8/
CATEGORIES:Ages 5–8 or Grades K–3
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210310T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210310T120000
DTSTAMP:20260424T054838
CREATED:20201123T201401Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20201123T201401Z
UID:10002055-1615372200-1615377600@www.hitchcockcenter.org
SUMMARY:10:30am-12:00pm Being Animals Series 
DESCRIPTION:Attention Kindergartners and first graders! On Wednesdays this winter\, it’s Junior Nature Play with a twist. Every day we’re going to be a different animal! Slide like an otter\, hop like a hare\, swoop like a snowy owl\, and more. Each day we’ll play animal games\, hear animal stories and explore animal habitats! And of course\, we’ll visit our favorite places to play\, such as Fern Village\, Roots and Stump City! Come be wild in the woods this winter with Katie! \nAges 5-7\, Grades K-1\nLimited to 8 participants. \nwith Katie Koerten\nWednesdays\, 10:30am-12:00pm\nJanuary 6–March 17 (no program February 17)\nFee per Child: Tier A-$300 | Tier B-$240 | Tier C-$180  | Tier D-$120
URL:https://www.hitchcockcenter.org/event/1030am-1200pm-being-animals-series-8/
CATEGORIES:Ages 5–8 or Grades K–3
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210310T153000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210310T173000
DTSTAMP:20260424T054838
CREATED:20201119T190027Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20201119T190027Z
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SUMMARY:3:30-5:30pm Junior Nature Play Afterschool Series
DESCRIPTION:Ages 5–7 or Grades K–1\nLimited to 8 participants. \nwith Aemelia Thompson\nWednesdays\, 3:30–5:00pm*\nJanuary 13–March 17 (no class February 17)\nFee per Child: Tier A-$186 | Tier B-$149 | Tier C-$111  | Tier D-$75 \nIntroducing a Nature Play Afterschool option for Kindergartners and first graders! At this program we run\, jump\, climb\, invent\, imagine\, play and are free-range kids\, all while developing our self-confidence and learning valuable social skills. Our instructors provide a safe setting for children to explore nature and encourage children to stretch their limits. Come explore our wooded trails and fields\, play pretend in the snow\, go sledding\, and make snow creations with us this winter!\n*There will be no extended days during our winter session
URL:https://www.hitchcockcenter.org/event/330-530pm-junior-nature-play-afterschool-series-7/
CATEGORIES:Ages 5–8 or Grades K–3
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210310T153000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210310T173000
DTSTAMP:20260424T054838
CREATED:20201123T214025Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20201123T214329Z
UID:10002093-1615390200-1615397400@www.hitchcockcenter.org
SUMMARY:3:30-5:30pm Nature Play Afterschool Wednesday Series
DESCRIPTION:Hitchcock’s Nature Play Afterschool Program is designed to let kids be kids. Together we will run\, jump\, climb\, invent\, imagine\, play and be free-range kids all while developing self-confidence and learning valuable social skills. During Winter Nature Play we will explore wooded trails and fields\, play in the snow\, build forts\, sled\, make snow creations\, climb trees\, and make new discoveries about ourselves and the world around us. Our instructors provide a safe setting for children to explore nature and encourage children to stretch their limits. \nAges 6–9 or Grades 1–3\nLimited to 12 participants per series. \nWednesday Series:\nwith Jeff Mazur\n3:30–5:30pm  (no extended days in winter)\nJanuary 13–March 17 (no class February 17)\nFee per Child: Tier A-$248 | Tier B-$198 | Tier C-$149  | Tier D-$99
URL:https://www.hitchcockcenter.org/event/330-530pm-nature-play-afterschool-wednesday-series-7/
CATEGORIES:Ages 5–8 or Grades K–3
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210311T094500
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210311T124500
DTSTAMP:20260424T054838
CREATED:20201123T221232Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20201123T221232Z
UID:10002106-1615455900-1615466700@www.hitchcockcenter.org
SUMMARY:9:45–12:45pm Homeschool I: Storytelling in the Forest 
DESCRIPTION:Homeschool I is back for a session all about story. While immersed in nature\, we’ll tell stories and listen to stories; we’ll write stories and act them out. We’ll play storytelling games\, read stories from many cultures\, and even think about the ways we can use stories to solve problems like climate change. Free play\, sit spots\, running games\, and journaling are all built into each day. Each day will start with a question of the day and there will be optional projects to do at home. \nAges 6-8 or Grades 1-3\nLimited to 10 participants. \nwith Monya Relles\nThursdays\, 9:45–12:45pm\nMarch 4–May 13 (no program April 22)\nFee per Child: Tier A-$563 | Tier B-$450 | Tier C-$338  | Tier D-$225
URL:https://www.hitchcockcenter.org/event/945-1245pm-homeschool-i-storytelling-in-the-forest-2/
CATEGORIES:Ages 5–8 or Grades K–3
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210311T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210311T120000
DTSTAMP:20260424T054838
CREATED:20201119T184435Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20201119T184435Z
UID:10001990-1615458600-1615464000@www.hitchcockcenter.org
SUMMARY:10:30am-12:00pm Junior Nature Play Thursday Series
DESCRIPTION:Junior Nature Play is back in Winter 2021! Children in kindergarten and first grade may sign up for this immersive\, lightly-structured program that lets kids be “free-range” while being safely supervised. Instructor Katie Koerten will lead us to our favorite places to play in the forest\, such as Stump City\, the Ferns\, and the Faraway Woods. We’ll hope for snow so we can go sledding\, build snow shelters and slide on ice! Each day includes games\, free play\, and a story time. \nAges 5–7 or Grades K–1\nLimited to 8 participants.  \nThursday Series:\nwith Katie Koerten\n10:30am–12:00pm\nJanuary 7–March 18 (no program February 18)\nFee per Child: Tier A-$300 | Tier B-$240 | Tier C-$180  | Tier D-$120
URL:https://www.hitchcockcenter.org/event/1030am-1200pm-junior-nature-play-thursday-series-9/
CATEGORIES:Ages 5–8 or Grades K–3
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210315T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210315T120000
DTSTAMP:20260424T054838
CREATED:20201119T181558Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20201119T181558Z
UID:10001981-1615804200-1615809600@www.hitchcockcenter.org
SUMMARY:10:30am-12:00pm Junior Nature Play Monday Series
DESCRIPTION:Junior Nature Play is back in Winter 2021! Children in kindergarten and first grade may sign up for this immersive\, lightly-structured program that lets kids be “free-range” while being safely supervised. Instructor Katie Koerten will lead us to our favorite places to play in the forest\, such as Stump City\, the Ferns\, and the Faraway Woods. We’ll hope for snow so we can go sledding\, build snow shelters and slide on ice! Each day includes games\, free play\, and a story time. \nAges 5–7 or Grades K–1\nLimited to 8 participants. \nMondays Series:\nwith Katie Koerten\n10:30am–12:00pm\nJanuary 11–March 15 (no program January 18 or February 15)\nFee per Child: Tier A-$240 | Tier B-$192 | Tier C-$144  | Tier D-$96
URL:https://www.hitchcockcenter.org/event/1030am-1200pm-junior-nature-play-monday-series-8/
CATEGORIES:Ages 5–8 or Grades K–3
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210315T153000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210315T173000
DTSTAMP:20260424T054838
CREATED:20201123T212118Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20201123T214600Z
UID:10002077-1615822200-1615829400@www.hitchcockcenter.org
SUMMARY:3:30-5:30pm Nature Play Afterschool Monday Series
DESCRIPTION:Hitchcock’s Nature Play Afterschool Program is designed to let kids be kids. Together we will run\, jump\, climb\, invent\, imagine\, play and be free-range kids all while developing self-confidence and learning valuable social skills. During Winter Nature Play we will explore wooded trails and fields\, play in the snow\, build forts\, sled\, make snow creations\, climb trees\, and make new discoveries about ourselves and the world around us. Our instructors provide a safe setting for children to explore nature and encourage children to stretch their limits. \nAges 6–9 or Grades 1–3\nLimited to 12 participants per series. \nMonday Series:\nwith Aemelia Thompson\n3:30–5:30pm\nJanuary 11–March 15 (no program February 15)*\nFee per Child: Tier A-$248 | Tier B-$198 | Tier C-$149  | Tier D-$99\n* There will be no extended days during our Winter session but we will run our program on Martin Luther King\, JR. day.
URL:https://www.hitchcockcenter.org/event/330-530pm-nature-play-afterschool-monday-series-9/
CATEGORIES:Ages 5–8 or Grades K–3
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210316T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210316T170000
DTSTAMP:20260424T054838
CREATED:20201123T220124Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20201123T220124Z
UID:10002104-1615881600-1615914000@www.hitchcockcenter.org
SUMMARY:10am-12pm Morning Nature Play Series
DESCRIPTION:Morning Nature Play is back in winter 2021! Every day is a mix of games\, exploring and playing – and snack and story around the fire! We’ll romp and play in the fields and forests of the Hitchcock Center\, noticing the beauty of the winter season and playing games. And of course\, we’ll visit our favorite spots to play — Roots\, Stumps and Ferns! We’ll hope for lots of snow for building snow shelters and sledding\, and maybe ice for sliding\, too! \nAges 6–9 or Grades 1–3\nLimited to 10 participants. \nwith Katie Koerten\nTuesdays\, 10:00am–12:00pm\nJanuary 12–March 16 (no program February 16)\nFee per Child: Tier A-$304 | Tier B-$243 | Tier C-$182  | Tier D-$122
URL:https://www.hitchcockcenter.org/event/10am-12pm-morning-nature-play-series-8/
CATEGORIES:Ages 5–8 or Grades K–3
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210316T153000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210316T173000
DTSTAMP:20260424T054838
CREATED:20201123T213328Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20201123T214427Z
UID:10002086-1615908600-1615915800@www.hitchcockcenter.org
SUMMARY:3:30-5:30pm Nature Play Afterschool Tuesday Series
DESCRIPTION:Hitchcock’s Nature Play Afterschool Program is designed to let kids be kids. Together we will run\, jump\, climb\, invent\, imagine\, play and be free-range kids all while developing self-confidence and learning valuable social skills. During Winter Nature Play we will explore wooded trails and fields\, play in the snow\, build forts\, sled\, make snow creations\, climb trees\, and make new discoveries about ourselves and the world around us. Our instructors provide a safe setting for children to explore nature and encourage children to stretch their limits. \nAges 6–9 or Grades 1–3\nLimited to 12 participants per series. \nTuesday Series:\nwith Monya Relles\n3:30–5:30pm\nJanuary 12–March 16 (no program February 16)\nFee per Child: Tier A-$248 | Tier B-$198 | Tier C-$149  | Tier D-$99
URL:https://www.hitchcockcenter.org/event/330-530pm-nature-play-afterschool-tuesday-series-9/
CATEGORIES:Ages 5–8 or Grades K–3
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210317T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210317T120000
DTSTAMP:20260424T054838
CREATED:20201123T201448Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20201123T201448Z
UID:10002056-1615977000-1615982400@www.hitchcockcenter.org
SUMMARY:10:30am-12:00pm Being Animals Series 
DESCRIPTION:Attention Kindergartners and first graders! On Wednesdays this winter\, it’s Junior Nature Play with a twist. Every day we’re going to be a different animal! Slide like an otter\, hop like a hare\, swoop like a snowy owl\, and more. Each day we’ll play animal games\, hear animal stories and explore animal habitats! And of course\, we’ll visit our favorite places to play\, such as Fern Village\, Roots and Stump City! Come be wild in the woods this winter with Katie! \nAges 5-7\, Grades K-1\nLimited to 8 participants. \nwith Katie Koerten\nWednesdays\, 10:30am-12:00pm\nJanuary 6–March 17 (no program February 17)\nFee per Child: Tier A-$300 | Tier B-$240 | Tier C-$180  | Tier D-$120
URL:https://www.hitchcockcenter.org/event/1030am-1200pm-being-animals-series-9/
CATEGORIES:Ages 5–8 or Grades K–3
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210317T153000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210317T173000
DTSTAMP:20260424T054838
CREATED:20201119T190109Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20201119T190109Z
UID:10002000-1615995000-1616002200@www.hitchcockcenter.org
SUMMARY:3:30-5:30pm Junior Nature Play Afterschool Series
DESCRIPTION:Ages 5–7 or Grades K–1\nLimited to 8 participants. \nwith Aemelia Thompson\nWednesdays\, 3:30–5:00pm*\nJanuary 13–March 17 (no class February 17)\nFee per Child: Tier A-$186 | Tier B-$149 | Tier C-$111  | Tier D-$75 \nIntroducing a Nature Play Afterschool option for Kindergartners and first graders! At this program we run\, jump\, climb\, invent\, imagine\, play and are free-range kids\, all while developing our self-confidence and learning valuable social skills. Our instructors provide a safe setting for children to explore nature and encourage children to stretch their limits. Come explore our wooded trails and fields\, play pretend in the snow\, go sledding\, and make snow creations with us this winter!\n*There will be no extended days during our winter session
URL:https://www.hitchcockcenter.org/event/330-530pm-junior-nature-play-afterschool-series-8/
CATEGORIES:Ages 5–8 or Grades K–3
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210317T153000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210317T173000
DTSTAMP:20260424T054838
CREATED:20201123T214107Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20201123T214321Z
UID:10002094-1615995000-1616002200@www.hitchcockcenter.org
SUMMARY:3:30-5:30pm Nature Play Afterschool Wednesday Series
DESCRIPTION:Hitchcock’s Nature Play Afterschool Program is designed to let kids be kids. Together we will run\, jump\, climb\, invent\, imagine\, play and be free-range kids all while developing self-confidence and learning valuable social skills. During Winter Nature Play we will explore wooded trails and fields\, play in the snow\, build forts\, sled\, make snow creations\, climb trees\, and make new discoveries about ourselves and the world around us. Our instructors provide a safe setting for children to explore nature and encourage children to stretch their limits. \nAges 6–9 or Grades 1–3\nLimited to 12 participants per series. \nWednesday Series:\nwith Jeff Mazur\n3:30–5:30pm  (no extended days in winter)\nJanuary 13–March 17 (no class February 17)\nFee per Child: Tier A-$248 | Tier B-$198 | Tier C-$149  | Tier D-$99
URL:https://www.hitchcockcenter.org/event/330-530pm-nature-play-afterschool-wednesday-series-8/
CATEGORIES:Ages 5–8 or Grades K–3
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210318T094500
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210318T124500
DTSTAMP:20260424T054838
CREATED:20201123T221325Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20201123T221325Z
UID:10002107-1616060700-1616071500@www.hitchcockcenter.org
SUMMARY:9:45–12:45pm Homeschool I: Storytelling in the Forest 
DESCRIPTION:Homeschool I is back for a session all about story. While immersed in nature\, we’ll tell stories and listen to stories; we’ll write stories and act them out. We’ll play storytelling games\, read stories from many cultures\, and even think about the ways we can use stories to solve problems like climate change. Free play\, sit spots\, running games\, and journaling are all built into each day. Each day will start with a question of the day and there will be optional projects to do at home. \nAges 6-8 or Grades 1-3\nLimited to 10 participants. \nwith Monya Relles\nThursdays\, 9:45–12:45pm\nMarch 4–May 13 (no program April 22)\nFee per Child: Tier A-$563 | Tier B-$450 | Tier C-$338  | Tier D-$225
URL:https://www.hitchcockcenter.org/event/945-1245pm-homeschool-i-storytelling-in-the-forest-3/
CATEGORIES:Ages 5–8 or Grades K–3
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210318T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210318T120000
DTSTAMP:20260424T054838
CREATED:20201119T184522Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20201119T184522Z
UID:10001991-1616063400-1616068800@www.hitchcockcenter.org
SUMMARY:10:30am-12:00pm Junior Nature Play Thursday Series
DESCRIPTION:Junior Nature Play is back in Winter 2021! Children in kindergarten and first grade may sign up for this immersive\, lightly-structured program that lets kids be “free-range” while being safely supervised. Instructor Katie Koerten will lead us to our favorite places to play in the forest\, such as Stump City\, the Ferns\, and the Faraway Woods. We’ll hope for snow so we can go sledding\, build snow shelters and slide on ice! Each day includes games\, free play\, and a story time. \nAges 5–7 or Grades K–1\nLimited to 8 participants.  \nThursday Series:\nwith Katie Koerten\n10:30am–12:00pm\nJanuary 7–March 18 (no program February 18)\nFee per Child: Tier A-$300 | Tier B-$240 | Tier C-$180  | Tier D-$120
URL:https://www.hitchcockcenter.org/event/1030am-1200pm-junior-nature-play-thursday-series-10/
CATEGORIES:Ages 5–8 or Grades K–3
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210322T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210322T120000
DTSTAMP:20260424T054838
CREATED:20210114T214014Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210114T214014Z
UID:10002243-1616407200-1616414400@www.hitchcockcenter.org
SUMMARY:10am-12pm Junior Nature Play Monday Series
DESCRIPTION:Junior Nature Play continues into Spring 2021! Children in kindergarten and first grade may sign up for this immersive\, lightly-structured program that lets kids be “free-range” while being safely supervised. Instructor Katie Koerten will lead us to our favorite places to play in the forest\, such as Stump City\, the Ferns\, and the Faraway Woods. We’ll observe how nature changes as winter melts into spring and make exciting seasonal discoveries! Each day includes games\, free play\, a story and snack time. \nAges 5–7 or Grades K–1\nwith Katie Koerten\nMondays\, 10am–12:00pm\nMarch 22 – June 7 (no program April 19 or May 31)\nFee per Child: Tier A-$400 | Tier B-$320 | Tier C-$240  | Tier D-$160\nLimited to 8 participants
URL:https://www.hitchcockcenter.org/event/10am-12pm-junior-nature-play-monday-series/
CATEGORIES:Ages 5–8 or Grades K–3
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210323T094500
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210323T124500
DTSTAMP:20260424T054838
CREATED:20210114T210024Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210114T210024Z
UID:10002196-1616492700-1616503500@www.hitchcockcenter.org
SUMMARY:9:45am-12:45pm Morning Nature Play
DESCRIPTION:Morning Nature Play continues into spring 2021! Every day is a mix of games\, exploring and playing. We’ll romp and play in the fields and forests of the Hitchcock Center\, noticing the beauty of the spring season and playing wild games. \nwith Katie Koerten\nAges 6–8 or Grades 1–3\nTuesdays\, 9:45am–12:45pm\nMarch 23 – June 8 (no program April 20)\nFee per Child: Tier A-$557 | Tier B-$446 | Tier C-$334  | Tier D-$223\nLimited to 10 participants
URL:https://www.hitchcockcenter.org/event/945am-1245pm-morning-nature-play/
CATEGORIES:Ages 5–8 or Grades K–3
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210324T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210324T120000
DTSTAMP:20260424T054838
CREATED:20210114T212215Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210114T212215Z
UID:10002233-1616580000-1616587200@www.hitchcockcenter.org
SUMMARY:10am-12pm Junior Discovery Day: Patterns in Nature
DESCRIPTION:Attention kindergartners and first graders! Junior Discovery Days are one-time nature programs where we notice what’s happening in nature and explore specific topics. Sign up for as many days as you like. Our morning includes snack time\, story\, a nature project and a game. \nWith Katie Koerten\nAges 5-7\, Grades K-1\nWednesdays\, 10:00am-12:00pm\nMarch 24 – June 2 (no program April 21)\nFee per Child: Tier A-$46 | Tier B-$37 | Tier C-$28  | Tier D-$19\nLimited to 8 participants \nMarch 24: Patterns in Nature\nMarch 31: Awesome Amphibians\nApril 7: A Tree’s Life\nApril 14: Terrific Teeth\nApril 28: Animal Homes\nMay 5: Dandelion Day\nMay 12: Bees in the Hive\nMay 19: Life Under a Log\nMay 26: Oh My Dragonfly\nJune 2: Bat and Moth
URL:https://www.hitchcockcenter.org/event/10am-12pm-junior-discovery-day-patterns-in-nature/
CATEGORIES:Ages 5–8 or Grades K–3
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