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SUMMARY:Chickadee Camp
DESCRIPTION:Chickadee Camp \nEntering grade Kindergarten* See our Summer Camp page for more info\nMondays – Fridays\, 8:45 am – 1 pm\nSession 2: July 1 – July 12 (two weeks) \nThe Chickadee program is a safe\, nurturing first outdoor day camp experience for young ones. Attentive and loving counselors facilitate safe and curious exploration of the Discovery Yard and Hitchcock trails while sharing enthusiasm and joyful nature connection. Our “Nest” (the gazebo) and pollinator gardens are our home base. Each day has a specific nature theme and includes free play\, morning circle\, snack time\, songs\, stories\, lunch time\, chores and games.. Sand kitchen play and sprinkler time are also part of each day! Our goals for our Chickadees are to use all their senses to explore nature\, to feel comfortable and safe learning and playing outdoors\, and to be part of a caring and respectful group.
URL:https://www.hitchcockcenter.org/event/chickadee-camp-40/2024-07-02/
CATEGORIES:Ages 5–8 or Grades K–3
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DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240701T130000
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SUMMARY:Chickadee Camp
DESCRIPTION:Chickadee Camp \nEntering grade Kindergarten* See our Summer Camp page for more info\nMondays – Fridays\, 8:45 am – 1 pm\nSession 2: July 1 – July 12 (two weeks) \nThe Chickadee program is a safe\, nurturing first outdoor day camp experience for young ones. Attentive and loving counselors facilitate safe and curious exploration of the Discovery Yard and Hitchcock trails while sharing enthusiasm and joyful nature connection. Our “Nest” (the gazebo) and pollinator gardens are our home base. Each day has a specific nature theme and includes free play\, morning circle\, snack time\, songs\, stories\, lunch time\, chores and games.. Sand kitchen play and sprinkler time are also part of each day! Our goals for our Chickadees are to use all their senses to explore nature\, to feel comfortable and safe learning and playing outdoors\, and to be part of a caring and respectful group.
URL:https://www.hitchcockcenter.org/event/chickadee-camp-40/2024-07-01/
CATEGORIES:Ages 5–8 or Grades K–3
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240628T084500
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240628T130000
DTSTAMP:20260422T164104
CREATED:20240118T180857Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240118T180908Z
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SUMMARY:Chickadee Camp
DESCRIPTION:Chickadee Camp \nEntering grade Kindergarten* See our Summer Camp page for more info\nMondays – Fridays\, 8:45 am – 1 pm\nSession 1: June 24 – June 28 (one week) \nThe Chickadee program is a safe\, nurturing first outdoor day camp experience for young ones. Attentive and loving counselors facilitate safe and curious exploration of the Discovery Yard and Hitchcock trails while sharing enthusiasm and joyful nature connection. Our “Nest” (the gazebo) and pollinator gardens are our home base. Each day has a specific nature theme and includes free play\, morning circle\, snack time\, songs\, stories\, lunch time\, chores and games.. Sand kitchen play and sprinkler time are also part of each day! Our goals for our Chickadees are to use all their senses to explore nature\, to feel comfortable and safe learning and playing outdoors\, and to be part of a caring and respectful group.
URL:https://www.hitchcockcenter.org/event/chickadee-camp-session-1/2024-06-28/
CATEGORIES:Ages 5–8 or Grades K–3
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240627T084500
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240627T130000
DTSTAMP:20260422T164104
CREATED:20240118T180857Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240118T180908Z
UID:10003834-1719477900-1719493200@www.hitchcockcenter.org
SUMMARY:Chickadee Camp
DESCRIPTION:Chickadee Camp \nEntering grade Kindergarten* See our Summer Camp page for more info\nMondays – Fridays\, 8:45 am – 1 pm\nSession 1: June 24 – June 28 (one week) \nThe Chickadee program is a safe\, nurturing first outdoor day camp experience for young ones. Attentive and loving counselors facilitate safe and curious exploration of the Discovery Yard and Hitchcock trails while sharing enthusiasm and joyful nature connection. Our “Nest” (the gazebo) and pollinator gardens are our home base. Each day has a specific nature theme and includes free play\, morning circle\, snack time\, songs\, stories\, lunch time\, chores and games.. Sand kitchen play and sprinkler time are also part of each day! Our goals for our Chickadees are to use all their senses to explore nature\, to feel comfortable and safe learning and playing outdoors\, and to be part of a caring and respectful group.
URL:https://www.hitchcockcenter.org/event/chickadee-camp-session-1/2024-06-27/
CATEGORIES:Ages 5–8 or Grades K–3
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240626T084500
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240626T130000
DTSTAMP:20260422T164104
CREATED:20240118T180857Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240118T180908Z
UID:10003833-1719391500-1719406800@www.hitchcockcenter.org
SUMMARY:Chickadee Camp
DESCRIPTION:Chickadee Camp \nEntering grade Kindergarten* See our Summer Camp page for more info\nMondays – Fridays\, 8:45 am – 1 pm\nSession 1: June 24 – June 28 (one week) \nThe Chickadee program is a safe\, nurturing first outdoor day camp experience for young ones. Attentive and loving counselors facilitate safe and curious exploration of the Discovery Yard and Hitchcock trails while sharing enthusiasm and joyful nature connection. Our “Nest” (the gazebo) and pollinator gardens are our home base. Each day has a specific nature theme and includes free play\, morning circle\, snack time\, songs\, stories\, lunch time\, chores and games.. Sand kitchen play and sprinkler time are also part of each day! Our goals for our Chickadees are to use all their senses to explore nature\, to feel comfortable and safe learning and playing outdoors\, and to be part of a caring and respectful group.
URL:https://www.hitchcockcenter.org/event/chickadee-camp-session-1/2024-06-26/
CATEGORIES:Ages 5–8 or Grades K–3
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240625T084500
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240625T130000
DTSTAMP:20260422T164104
CREATED:20240118T180857Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240118T180908Z
UID:10003832-1719305100-1719320400@www.hitchcockcenter.org
SUMMARY:Chickadee Camp
DESCRIPTION:Chickadee Camp \nEntering grade Kindergarten* See our Summer Camp page for more info\nMondays – Fridays\, 8:45 am – 1 pm\nSession 1: June 24 – June 28 (one week) \nThe Chickadee program is a safe\, nurturing first outdoor day camp experience for young ones. Attentive and loving counselors facilitate safe and curious exploration of the Discovery Yard and Hitchcock trails while sharing enthusiasm and joyful nature connection. Our “Nest” (the gazebo) and pollinator gardens are our home base. Each day has a specific nature theme and includes free play\, morning circle\, snack time\, songs\, stories\, lunch time\, chores and games.. Sand kitchen play and sprinkler time are also part of each day! Our goals for our Chickadees are to use all their senses to explore nature\, to feel comfortable and safe learning and playing outdoors\, and to be part of a caring and respectful group.
URL:https://www.hitchcockcenter.org/event/chickadee-camp-session-1/2024-06-25/
CATEGORIES:Ages 5–8 or Grades K–3
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240624T084500
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240624T130000
DTSTAMP:20260422T164104
CREATED:20240118T180857Z
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UID:10003831-1719218700-1719234000@www.hitchcockcenter.org
SUMMARY:Chickadee Camp
DESCRIPTION:Chickadee Camp \nEntering grade Kindergarten* See our Summer Camp page for more info\nMondays – Fridays\, 8:45 am – 1 pm\nSession 1: June 24 – June 28 (one week) \nThe Chickadee program is a safe\, nurturing first outdoor day camp experience for young ones. Attentive and loving counselors facilitate safe and curious exploration of the Discovery Yard and Hitchcock trails while sharing enthusiasm and joyful nature connection. Our “Nest” (the gazebo) and pollinator gardens are our home base. Each day has a specific nature theme and includes free play\, morning circle\, snack time\, songs\, stories\, lunch time\, chores and games.. Sand kitchen play and sprinkler time are also part of each day! Our goals for our Chickadees are to use all their senses to explore nature\, to feel comfortable and safe learning and playing outdoors\, and to be part of a caring and respectful group.
URL:https://www.hitchcockcenter.org/event/chickadee-camp-session-1/2024-06-24/
CATEGORIES:Ages 5–8 or Grades K–3
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240605T153000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240605T173000
DTSTAMP:20260422T164104
CREATED:20231110T205946Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231110T205946Z
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SUMMARY:Junior Nature Play Afterschool: Spring
DESCRIPTION:Junior Nature Play Afterschool Series: Spring \nwith Lauren Dausch\nGrades K – 2\nWednesdays\, 3:30 PM – 5:30 PM\nMarch 20 – June 5  (no program April 17)\nFee per Child: Tier A-$346 | Tier B-$288 | Tier C-$245  | Tier D-$187\nLimited to 12 participants \nHitchcock’s Junior 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 Spring Junior Nature Play we will play in the mud and spring rains\, look for bugs\, and enjoy the warming outdoors. Our instructors provide a safe setting for children to explore nature and encourage children to stretch their limits.
URL:https://www.hitchcockcenter.org/event/junior-nature-play-afterschool-spring/2024-06-05/
CATEGORIES:Ages 5–8 or Grades K–3
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240529T153000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240529T173000
DTSTAMP:20260422T164104
CREATED:20231110T205946Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231110T205946Z
UID:10003729-1716996600-1717003800@www.hitchcockcenter.org
SUMMARY:Junior Nature Play Afterschool: Spring
DESCRIPTION:Junior Nature Play Afterschool Series: Spring \nwith Lauren Dausch\nGrades K – 2\nWednesdays\, 3:30 PM – 5:30 PM\nMarch 20 – June 5  (no program April 17)\nFee per Child: Tier A-$346 | Tier B-$288 | Tier C-$245  | Tier D-$187\nLimited to 12 participants \nHitchcock’s Junior 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 Spring Junior Nature Play we will play in the mud and spring rains\, look for bugs\, and enjoy the warming outdoors. Our instructors provide a safe setting for children to explore nature and encourage children to stretch their limits.
URL:https://www.hitchcockcenter.org/event/junior-nature-play-afterschool-spring/2024-05-29/
CATEGORIES:Ages 5–8 or Grades K–3
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240522T153000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240522T173000
DTSTAMP:20260422T164104
CREATED:20231110T205946Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231110T205946Z
UID:10003728-1716391800-1716399000@www.hitchcockcenter.org
SUMMARY:Junior Nature Play Afterschool: Spring
DESCRIPTION:Junior Nature Play Afterschool Series: Spring \nwith Lauren Dausch\nGrades K – 2\nWednesdays\, 3:30 PM – 5:30 PM\nMarch 20 – June 5  (no program April 17)\nFee per Child: Tier A-$346 | Tier B-$288 | Tier C-$245  | Tier D-$187\nLimited to 12 participants \nHitchcock’s Junior 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 Spring Junior Nature Play we will play in the mud and spring rains\, look for bugs\, and enjoy the warming outdoors. Our instructors provide a safe setting for children to explore nature and encourage children to stretch their limits.
URL:https://www.hitchcockcenter.org/event/junior-nature-play-afterschool-spring/2024-05-22/
CATEGORIES:Ages 5–8 or Grades K–3
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240515T153000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240515T173000
DTSTAMP:20260422T164104
CREATED:20231110T205946Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231110T205946Z
UID:10003727-1715787000-1715794200@www.hitchcockcenter.org
SUMMARY:Junior Nature Play Afterschool: Spring
DESCRIPTION:Junior Nature Play Afterschool Series: Spring \nwith Lauren Dausch\nGrades K – 2\nWednesdays\, 3:30 PM – 5:30 PM\nMarch 20 – June 5  (no program April 17)\nFee per Child: Tier A-$346 | Tier B-$288 | Tier C-$245  | Tier D-$187\nLimited to 12 participants \nHitchcock’s Junior 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 Spring Junior Nature Play we will play in the mud and spring rains\, look for bugs\, and enjoy the warming outdoors. Our instructors provide a safe setting for children to explore nature and encourage children to stretch their limits.
URL:https://www.hitchcockcenter.org/event/junior-nature-play-afterschool-spring/2024-05-15/
CATEGORIES:Ages 5–8 or Grades K–3
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240511T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240511T140000
DTSTAMP:20260422T164104
CREATED:20231109T194604Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231109T194604Z
UID:10003566-1715432400-1715436000@www.hitchcockcenter.org
SUMMARY:Afternoons with the Animals
DESCRIPTION:Afternoons with the Animals \nwith Monya Relles\nSuggested ages 5-7 or Grades  K–1\nSpecial time: 1:00 PM – 2:00 PM\nSuggested Donation: $5 – $30 per family \nCome meet one of the Hitchcock Center’s animal ambassadors. Designed for children (ages 5–7) with their caregivers\, these programs will include some time with one of the Hitchcock Center teaching animals and a craft. \nMay 11 – Meet the Pill bugs
URL:https://www.hitchcockcenter.org/event/afternoons-with-the-animals-3/
CATEGORIES:Ages 5–8 or Grades K–3
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240511T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240511T110000
DTSTAMP:20260422T164104
CREATED:20231109T195818Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231109T195818Z
UID:10003572-1715421600-1715425200@www.hitchcockcenter.org
SUMMARY:Second Saturday Family Science
DESCRIPTION:Second Saturday Family Science\nwith Lauren Dausch\nAges 5–7 or Grades K–1\nSaturdays\, 10:00 AM – 11:00 AM\nSuggested Donation: $5 – $30 per family \nJoin us for seasonal nature and science programs each second Saturday of the month. Designed for children (ages 5–7) with their parents\, these programs will explore cool topics in nature. We will be learning while moving\, often exploring the woods behind our building. \nMay 11: Pollinators \nEverything around us is beautiful and blooming! Come learn about the animals who make the incredible colors and delicious scents (and\, of course\, the fruits and vegetables we eat) possible!
URL:https://www.hitchcockcenter.org/event/second-saturday-family-science-26/
CATEGORIES:Ages 5–8 or Grades K–3,Family Programs
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240508T153000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240508T173000
DTSTAMP:20260422T164104
CREATED:20231110T205946Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231110T205946Z
UID:10003726-1715182200-1715189400@www.hitchcockcenter.org
SUMMARY:Junior Nature Play Afterschool: Spring
DESCRIPTION:Junior Nature Play Afterschool Series: Spring \nwith Lauren Dausch\nGrades K – 2\nWednesdays\, 3:30 PM – 5:30 PM\nMarch 20 – June 5  (no program April 17)\nFee per Child: Tier A-$346 | Tier B-$288 | Tier C-$245  | Tier D-$187\nLimited to 12 participants \nHitchcock’s Junior 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 Spring Junior Nature Play we will play in the mud and spring rains\, look for bugs\, and enjoy the warming outdoors. Our instructors provide a safe setting for children to explore nature and encourage children to stretch their limits.
URL:https://www.hitchcockcenter.org/event/junior-nature-play-afterschool-spring/2024-05-08/
CATEGORIES:Ages 5–8 or Grades K–3
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240501T153000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240501T173000
DTSTAMP:20260422T164104
CREATED:20231110T205946Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231110T205946Z
UID:10003725-1714577400-1714584600@www.hitchcockcenter.org
SUMMARY:Junior Nature Play Afterschool: Spring
DESCRIPTION:Junior Nature Play Afterschool Series: Spring \nwith Lauren Dausch\nGrades K – 2\nWednesdays\, 3:30 PM – 5:30 PM\nMarch 20 – June 5  (no program April 17)\nFee per Child: Tier A-$346 | Tier B-$288 | Tier C-$245  | Tier D-$187\nLimited to 12 participants \nHitchcock’s Junior 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 Spring Junior Nature Play we will play in the mud and spring rains\, look for bugs\, and enjoy the warming outdoors. Our instructors provide a safe setting for children to explore nature and encourage children to stretch their limits.
URL:https://www.hitchcockcenter.org/event/junior-nature-play-afterschool-spring/2024-05-01/
CATEGORIES:Ages 5–8 or Grades K–3
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240424T153000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240424T173000
DTSTAMP:20260422T164104
CREATED:20231110T205946Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231110T205946Z
UID:10003724-1713972600-1713979800@www.hitchcockcenter.org
SUMMARY:Junior Nature Play Afterschool: Spring
DESCRIPTION:Junior Nature Play Afterschool Series: Spring \nwith Lauren Dausch\nGrades K – 2\nWednesdays\, 3:30 PM – 5:30 PM\nMarch 20 – June 5  (no program April 17)\nFee per Child: Tier A-$346 | Tier B-$288 | Tier C-$245  | Tier D-$187\nLimited to 12 participants \nHitchcock’s Junior 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 Spring Junior Nature Play we will play in the mud and spring rains\, look for bugs\, and enjoy the warming outdoors. Our instructors provide a safe setting for children to explore nature and encourage children to stretch their limits.
URL:https://www.hitchcockcenter.org/event/junior-nature-play-afterschool-spring/2024-04-24/
CATEGORIES:Ages 5–8 or Grades K–3
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240413T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240413T110000
DTSTAMP:20260422T164104
CREATED:20231109T195716Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231109T195716Z
UID:10003571-1713002400-1713006000@www.hitchcockcenter.org
SUMMARY:Second Saturday Family Science
DESCRIPTION:Second Saturday Family Science\nwith Lauren Dausch\nAges 5–7 or Grades K–1\nSaturdays\, 10:00 AM – 11:00 AM\nJan. 13\, Feb. 10\, March 9\, April 13\, May 11\nSuggested Donation: $5 – $30 per family \nJoin us for seasonal nature and science programs each second Saturday of the month. Designed for children (ages 5–7) with their parents\, these programs will explore cool topics in nature. We will be learning while moving\, often exploring the woods behind our building. \nApril 13: Vernal Pools \nAlso called “ephemeral pools\,” these spring habitats are teeming with life\, and only around for part of the year! Together we’ll explore the importance of vernal pools and search for springtime creatures!
URL:https://www.hitchcockcenter.org/event/second-saturday-family-science-25/
CATEGORIES:Ages 5–8 or Grades K–3,Family Programs
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240410T153000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240410T173000
DTSTAMP:20260422T164104
CREATED:20231110T205946Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231110T205946Z
UID:10003723-1712763000-1712770200@www.hitchcockcenter.org
SUMMARY:Junior Nature Play Afterschool: Spring
DESCRIPTION:Junior Nature Play Afterschool Series: Spring \nwith Lauren Dausch\nGrades K – 2\nWednesdays\, 3:30 PM – 5:30 PM\nMarch 20 – June 5  (no program April 17)\nFee per Child: Tier A-$346 | Tier B-$288 | Tier C-$245  | Tier D-$187\nLimited to 12 participants \nHitchcock’s Junior 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 Spring Junior Nature Play we will play in the mud and spring rains\, look for bugs\, and enjoy the warming outdoors. Our instructors provide a safe setting for children to explore nature and encourage children to stretch their limits.
URL:https://www.hitchcockcenter.org/event/junior-nature-play-afterschool-spring/2024-04-10/
CATEGORIES:Ages 5–8 or Grades K–3
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240403T153000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240403T173000
DTSTAMP:20260422T164104
CREATED:20231110T205946Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231110T205946Z
UID:10003722-1712158200-1712165400@www.hitchcockcenter.org
SUMMARY:Junior Nature Play Afterschool: Spring
DESCRIPTION:Junior Nature Play Afterschool Series: Spring \nwith Lauren Dausch\nGrades K – 2\nWednesdays\, 3:30 PM – 5:30 PM\nMarch 20 – June 5  (no program April 17)\nFee per Child: Tier A-$346 | Tier B-$288 | Tier C-$245  | Tier D-$187\nLimited to 12 participants \nHitchcock’s Junior 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 Spring Junior Nature Play we will play in the mud and spring rains\, look for bugs\, and enjoy the warming outdoors. Our instructors provide a safe setting for children to explore nature and encourage children to stretch their limits.
URL:https://www.hitchcockcenter.org/event/junior-nature-play-afterschool-spring/2024-04-03/
CATEGORIES:Ages 5–8 or Grades K–3
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240327T153000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240327T173000
DTSTAMP:20260422T164104
CREATED:20231110T205946Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231110T205946Z
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SUMMARY:Junior Nature Play Afterschool: Spring
DESCRIPTION:Junior Nature Play Afterschool Series: Spring \nwith Lauren Dausch\nGrades K – 2\nWednesdays\, 3:30 PM – 5:30 PM\nMarch 20 – June 5  (no program April 17)\nFee per Child: Tier A-$346 | Tier B-$288 | Tier C-$245  | Tier D-$187\nLimited to 12 participants \nHitchcock’s Junior 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 Spring Junior Nature Play we will play in the mud and spring rains\, look for bugs\, and enjoy the warming outdoors. Our instructors provide a safe setting for children to explore nature and encourage children to stretch their limits.
URL:https://www.hitchcockcenter.org/event/junior-nature-play-afterschool-spring/2024-03-27/
CATEGORIES:Ages 5–8 or Grades K–3
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240320T153000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240320T173000
DTSTAMP:20260422T164104
CREATED:20231110T205946Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231110T205946Z
UID:10003720-1710948600-1710955800@www.hitchcockcenter.org
SUMMARY:Junior Nature Play Afterschool: Spring
DESCRIPTION:Junior Nature Play Afterschool Series: Spring \nwith Lauren Dausch\nGrades K – 2\nWednesdays\, 3:30 PM – 5:30 PM\nMarch 20 – June 5  (no program April 17)\nFee per Child: Tier A-$346 | Tier B-$288 | Tier C-$245  | Tier D-$187\nLimited to 12 participants \nHitchcock’s Junior 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 Spring Junior Nature Play we will play in the mud and spring rains\, look for bugs\, and enjoy the warming outdoors. Our instructors provide a safe setting for children to explore nature and encourage children to stretch their limits.
URL:https://www.hitchcockcenter.org/event/junior-nature-play-afterschool-spring/2024-03-20/
CATEGORIES:Ages 5–8 or Grades K–3
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240313T153000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240313T173000
DTSTAMP:20260422T164104
CREATED:20231110T205820Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231110T205820Z
UID:10003719-1710343800-1710351000@www.hitchcockcenter.org
SUMMARY:Junior Nature Play Afterschool: Winter
DESCRIPTION:Junior Nature Play Afterschool Series: Winter \nwith Lauren Dausch\nGrades K – 2\nWednesdays\, 3:30 PM – 5:30 PM\nJanuary 3 – March 13 (no program February 21 or March 6)\nFee per Child: Tier A-$281 | Tier B-$234 | Tier C-$199 | Tier D-$152\nLimited to 12 participants \nHitchcock’s Junior 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 Junior Nature Play we will explore snowy wooded trails and fields\, make snow villages\, and sled down the HCE hill!  Our instructors provide a safe setting for children to explore nature and encourage children to stretch their limits.
URL:https://www.hitchcockcenter.org/event/junior-nature-play-afterschool-winter/2024-03-13/
CATEGORIES:Ages 5–8 or Grades K–3
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240309T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240309T140000
DTSTAMP:20260422T164104
CREATED:20231109T194528Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231109T194528Z
UID:10003565-1709989200-1709992800@www.hitchcockcenter.org
SUMMARY:Afternoons with the Animals
DESCRIPTION:Afternoons with the Animals \nwith Monya Relles\nSuggested ages 5-7 or Grades  K–1\nSpecial time: 1:00 PM – 2:00 PM\nSuggested Donation: $5 – $30 per family \nCome meet one of the Hitchcock Center’s animal ambassadors. Designed for children (ages 5–7) with their caregivers\, these programs will include some time with one of the Hitchcock Center teaching animals and a craft. \nMarch 9 – Cob the corn snake \nMay 11 – Meet the Pill bugs
URL:https://www.hitchcockcenter.org/event/afternoons-with-the-animals-2/
CATEGORIES:Ages 5–8 or Grades K–3
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240309T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240309T110000
DTSTAMP:20260422T164104
CREATED:20231109T195604Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231109T195604Z
UID:10003570-1709978400-1709982000@www.hitchcockcenter.org
SUMMARY:Second Saturday Family Science
DESCRIPTION:Second Saturday Family Science\nwith Lauren Dausch\nAges 5–7 or Grades K–1\nSaturdays\, 10:00 AM – 11:00 AM\nJan. 13\, Feb. 10\, March 9\, April 13\, May 11\nSuggested Donation: $5 – $30 per family \nJoin us for seasonal nature and science programs each second Saturday of the month. Designed for children (ages 5–7) with their parents\, these programs will explore cool topics in nature. We will be learning while moving\, often exploring the woods behind our building. \nMarch 9: The Great Thaw \nAs our winter world enters the month of March\, a great thaw begins to happen all around us. As springtime approaches we will learn about the changes happening below and above ground as temperatures start to warm up.
URL:https://www.hitchcockcenter.org/event/second-saturday-family-science-24/
CATEGORIES:Ages 5–8 or Grades K–3,Family Programs
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240308T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240308T173000
DTSTAMP:20260422T164104
CREATED:20231109T205524Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240205T215724Z
UID:10003689-1709902800-1709919000@www.hitchcockcenter.org
SUMMARY:Fun Friday Frolics: Marvelous Mud
DESCRIPTION:with Alanna Johnston-Rutledge and Lauren Dausch\nGrades 1 – 3*\nFridays\, 1:00 PM – 5:30 PM\nFebruary 16\, March 8\, April 12\, May 10\nFee per Child: Tier A-$84 | Tier B-$70 | Tier C-$59  | Tier D-$45\nLimited to 12 participants \nNew! Come frolic in the forest on this Friday afternoon early release day for Amherst elementary schoolers! Bring a snack\, lunch and water bottle and come prepared to play outside\, no matter what the weather! Limited to 12 participants. *Depending on enrollment\, your kindergartner or 4th grader may be able to join. \nMarch 8 – Marvelous Mud \nApril 5 – Colors of Nature \nMay 10 – Insect adventures
URL:https://www.hitchcockcenter.org/event/fun-friday-frolics-marvelous-mud/
CATEGORIES:Ages 5–8 or Grades K–3
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240228T153000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240228T173000
DTSTAMP:20260422T164104
CREATED:20231110T205820Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231110T205820Z
UID:10003718-1709134200-1709141400@www.hitchcockcenter.org
SUMMARY:Junior Nature Play Afterschool: Winter
DESCRIPTION:Junior Nature Play Afterschool Series: Winter \nwith Lauren Dausch\nGrades K – 2\nWednesdays\, 3:30 PM – 5:30 PM\nJanuary 3 – March 13 (no program February 21 or March 6)\nFee per Child: Tier A-$281 | Tier B-$234 | Tier C-$199 | Tier D-$152\nLimited to 12 participants \nHitchcock’s Junior 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 Junior Nature Play we will explore snowy wooded trails and fields\, make snow villages\, and sled down the HCE hill!  Our instructors provide a safe setting for children to explore nature and encourage children to stretch their limits.
URL:https://www.hitchcockcenter.org/event/junior-nature-play-afterschool-winter/2024-02-28/
CATEGORIES:Ages 5–8 or Grades K–3
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240214T153000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240214T173000
DTSTAMP:20260422T164104
CREATED:20231110T205820Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231110T205820Z
UID:10003717-1707924600-1707931800@www.hitchcockcenter.org
SUMMARY:Junior Nature Play Afterschool: Winter
DESCRIPTION:Junior Nature Play Afterschool Series: Winter \nwith Lauren Dausch\nGrades K – 2\nWednesdays\, 3:30 PM – 5:30 PM\nJanuary 3 – March 13 (no program February 21 or March 6)\nFee per Child: Tier A-$281 | Tier B-$234 | Tier C-$199 | Tier D-$152\nLimited to 12 participants \nHitchcock’s Junior 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 Junior Nature Play we will explore snowy wooded trails and fields\, make snow villages\, and sled down the HCE hill!  Our instructors provide a safe setting for children to explore nature and encourage children to stretch their limits.
URL:https://www.hitchcockcenter.org/event/junior-nature-play-afterschool-winter/2024-02-14/
CATEGORIES:Ages 5–8 or Grades K–3
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240210T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240210T140000
DTSTAMP:20260422T164104
CREATED:20231109T194451Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231206T212451Z
UID:10003564-1707570000-1707573600@www.hitchcockcenter.org
SUMMARY:Afternoons with the Animals
DESCRIPTION:Afternoons with the Animals \nwith Monya Relles\nSuggested ages 5-7 or Grades  K–1\nSpecial time: 1:00 PM – 2:00 PM\nSuggested Donation: $5 – $30 per family \nCome meet one of the Hitchcock Center’s animal ambassadors. Designed for children (ages 5–7) with their caregivers\, these programs will include some time with one of the Hitchcock Center teaching animals and a craft. \nFebruary 10 – Hissing Cockroaches  \nMarch 9 – Cob the corn snake \nMay 11 – Meet the Pill bugs
URL:https://www.hitchcockcenter.org/event/afternoons-with-the-animals/
CATEGORIES:Ages 5–8 or Grades K–3
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240210T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240210T110000
DTSTAMP:20260422T164104
CREATED:20231109T195347Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231109T195444Z
UID:10003569-1707559200-1707562800@www.hitchcockcenter.org
SUMMARY:Second Saturday Family Science
DESCRIPTION:Second Saturday Family Science\nwith Lauren Dausch\nAges 5–7 or Grades K–1\nSaturdays\, 10:00 AM – 11:00 AM\nJan. 13\, Jan 27\, Feb. 10\, March 9\, April 13\, May 11\nSuggested Donation: $5 – $30 per family \nJoin us for seasonal nature and science programs each second Saturday of the month. Designed for children (ages 5–7) with their parents\, these programs will explore cool topics in nature. We will be learning while moving\, often exploring the woods behind our building. \nFebruary 10: Tracks and Traces  \nWhile we’re bundled up inside there is still a lot going on outside in winter! We know this because the animals leave us clues! What tales can animals tell us by what they leave behind? Are signs of animals only evident in snowy tracks? Join us as we search for clues and learn about our local winter creatures!
URL:https://www.hitchcockcenter.org/event/second-saturday-family-science-23/
CATEGORIES:Ages 5–8 or Grades K–3,Family Programs
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240207T153000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240207T173000
DTSTAMP:20260422T164104
CREATED:20231110T205820Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231110T205820Z
UID:10003716-1707319800-1707327000@www.hitchcockcenter.org
SUMMARY:Junior Nature Play Afterschool: Winter
DESCRIPTION:Junior Nature Play Afterschool Series: Winter \nwith Lauren Dausch\nGrades K – 2\nWednesdays\, 3:30 PM – 5:30 PM\nJanuary 3 – March 13 (no program February 21 or March 6)\nFee per Child: Tier A-$281 | Tier B-$234 | Tier C-$199 | Tier D-$152\nLimited to 12 participants \nHitchcock’s Junior 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 Junior Nature Play we will explore snowy wooded trails and fields\, make snow villages\, and sled down the HCE hill!  Our instructors provide a safe setting for children to explore nature and encourage children to stretch their limits.
URL:https://www.hitchcockcenter.org/event/junior-nature-play-afterschool-winter/2024-02-07/
CATEGORIES:Ages 5–8 or Grades K–3
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