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SUMMARY:10am-12pm Junior Nature Play Thursday 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\nThursdays\, 10:00am-12:00pm\nMarch 25 – June 10 (no program April 22)\nFee per Child: Tier A-$440 | Tier B-$352 | Tier C-$264  | Tier D-$176\nLimited to 8 participants
URL:https://www.hitchcockcenter.org/event/10am-12pm-junior-nature-play-thursday-series-3/
CATEGORIES:Ages 5–8 or Grades K–3
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210415T094500
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210415T124500
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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-7/
CATEGORIES:Ages 5–8 or Grades K–3
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210414T133000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210414T173000
DTSTAMP:20260427T035816
CREATED:20210114T181257Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210114T205636Z
UID:10002161-1618407000-1618421400@www.hitchcockcenter.org
SUMMARY:1:30-5:30pm Junior Nature Play Afterschool
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 Spring Nature Play we will explore wooded trails and fields\, play in the mud\, build forts\, 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. This program is available to kindergarteners and first graders. \nwith Aemelia Thompson\nAges 5-7 or Grades K-1\nWednesdays\, 3:30-5:30pm\nMarch 24- June 9 (no class April 21)\nExtended days: March 24th\, April 14\, May 12th\, June 2nd 1:30-5:30pm\nFee per Child: Tier A-$413 | Tier B-$330 | Tier C-$248 | Tier D-$165\nLimited to 8 participants
URL:https://www.hitchcockcenter.org/event/130-530pm-junior-nature-play-afterschool-2/
CATEGORIES:Ages 5–8 or Grades K–3
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210414T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210414T120000
DTSTAMP:20260427T035816
CREATED:20210114T212823Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210114T212823Z
UID:10002236-1618394400-1618401600@www.hitchcockcenter.org
SUMMARY:10am-12pm Junior Discovery Day: Terrific Teeth
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-terrific-teeth/
CATEGORIES:Ages 5–8 or Grades K–3
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210413T094500
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210413T124500
DTSTAMP:20260427T035816
CREATED:20210114T210814Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210114T210814Z
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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-4/
CATEGORIES:Ages 5–8 or Grades K–3
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210410T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210410T104500
DTSTAMP:20260427T035816
CREATED:20210114T170351Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210114T170351Z
UID:10002144-1618048800-1618051500@www.hitchcockcenter.org
SUMMARY:10-10:45am Second Saturday Science Walk: Backbones Not Required
DESCRIPTION:For our Spring sessions of Second Saturday Science we are using the same format as we did in for the Winter session. In order to provide a safe outdoor space to learn about nature\, our programs will be set up as forest walks that will focus on different seasonal topics. Designed for children with their parents\, registration is required. \nSpring\nApril 10: Backbones Not Required\nMay 8: Bloodsuckers in your Backyard\nJune 12: Slime Time \nAges ages 5–7 and Grades  K–1\nLimited to 12 participants.\nChildren must be accompanied by an adult. Limit of 3 children per adult. \nwith Aemelia Thompson\nSecond Saturdays\, 10:00–10:45am\nSpring: April 10\, May 8\, June 12\nSuggested donation of $5-12 per family \nSATURDAY SCIENCE REGISTRATION
URL:https://www.hitchcockcenter.org/event/10-1045am-second-saturday-science-walk-backbones-not-required/
CATEGORIES:Ages 5–8 or Grades K–3
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210408T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210408T120000
DTSTAMP:20260427T035816
CREATED:20210114T215406Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210114T215406Z
UID:10002254-1617876000-1617883200@www.hitchcockcenter.org
SUMMARY:10am-12pm Junior Nature Play Thursday 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\nThursdays\, 10:00am-12:00pm\nMarch 25 – June 10 (no program April 22)\nFee per Child: Tier A-$440 | Tier B-$352 | Tier C-$264  | Tier D-$176\nLimited to 8 participants
URL:https://www.hitchcockcenter.org/event/10am-12pm-junior-nature-play-thursday-series-2/
CATEGORIES:Ages 5–8 or Grades K–3
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210408T094500
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210408T124500
DTSTAMP:20260427T035816
CREATED:20201123T221626Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20201123T221626Z
UID:10002110-1617875100-1617885900@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-6/
CATEGORIES:Ages 5–8 or Grades K–3
END:VEVENT
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210407T153000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210407T173000
DTSTAMP:20260427T035816
CREATED:20210114T181210Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210114T181210Z
UID:10002160-1617809400-1617816600@www.hitchcockcenter.org
SUMMARY:3:30-5:30pm Junior Nature Play Afterschool
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 Spring Nature Play we will explore wooded trails and fields\, play in the mud\, build forts\, 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. This program is available to kindergarteners and first graders. \nwith Aemelia Thompson\nAges 5-7 or Grades K-1\nWednesdays\, 3:30-5:30pm\nMarch 24- June 9 (no class April 21)\nExtended days: March 24th\, April 14\, May 12th\, June 2nd 1:30-5:30pm\nFee per Child: Tier A-$413 | Tier B-$330 | Tier C-$248 | Tier D-$165\nLimited to 8 participants
URL:https://www.hitchcockcenter.org/event/330-530pm-junior-nature-play-afterschool-2/
CATEGORIES:Ages 5–8 or Grades K–3
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210407T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210407T120000
DTSTAMP:20260427T035816
CREATED:20210114T212355Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210114T212355Z
UID:10002235-1617789600-1617796800@www.hitchcockcenter.org
SUMMARY:10am-12pm Junior Discovery Day: A Tree's Life
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-a-trees-life/
CATEGORIES:Ages 5–8 or Grades K–3
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210406T094500
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210406T124500
DTSTAMP:20260427T035816
CREATED:20210114T210623Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210114T210719Z
UID:10002223-1617702300-1617713100@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-3/
CATEGORIES:Ages 5–8 or Grades K–3
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210405T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210405T120000
DTSTAMP:20260427T035816
CREATED:20210114T214214Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210114T214214Z
UID:10002245-1617616800-1617624000@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-3/
CATEGORIES:Ages 5–8 or Grades K–3
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210401T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210401T120000
DTSTAMP:20260427T035816
CREATED:20210114T215314Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210114T215314Z
UID:10002253-1617271200-1617278400@www.hitchcockcenter.org
SUMMARY:10am-12pm Junior Nature Play
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\nThursdays\, 10:00am-12:00pm\nMarch 25 – June 10 (no program April 22)\nFee per Child: Tier A-$440 | Tier B-$352 | Tier C-$264  | Tier D-$176\nLimited to 8 participants
URL:https://www.hitchcockcenter.org/event/10am-12pm-junior-nature-play/
CATEGORIES:Ages 5–8 or Grades K–3
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210401T094500
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210401T124500
DTSTAMP:20260427T035816
CREATED:20201123T221528Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20201123T221528Z
UID:10002109-1617270300-1617281100@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-5/
CATEGORIES:Ages 5–8 or Grades K–3
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210331T153000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210331T173000
DTSTAMP:20260427T035816
CREATED:20210114T181019Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210114T181019Z
UID:10002159-1617204600-1617211800@www.hitchcockcenter.org
SUMMARY:3:30-5:30pm Junior Nature Play Afterschool
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 Spring Nature Play we will explore wooded trails and fields\, play in the mud\, build forts\, 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. This program is available to kindergarteners and first graders. \nwith Aemelia Thompson\nAges 5-7 or Grades K-1\nWednesdays\, 3:30-5:30pm\nMarch 24- June 9 (no class April 21)\nExtended days: March 24th\, April 14\, May 12th\, June 2nd 1:30-5:30pm\nFee per Child: Tier A-$413 | Tier B-$330 | Tier C-$248 | Tier D-$165\nLimited to 8 participants
URL:https://www.hitchcockcenter.org/event/330-530pm-junior-nature-play-afterschool/
CATEGORIES:Ages 5–8 or Grades K–3
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210331T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210331T120000
DTSTAMP:20260427T035816
CREATED:20210114T212311Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210114T212311Z
UID:10002234-1617184800-1617192000@www.hitchcockcenter.org
SUMMARY:10am-12pm Junior Discovery Day: Awesome Amphibians
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-awesome-amphibians/
CATEGORIES:Ages 5–8 or Grades K–3
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210330T094500
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210330T124500
DTSTAMP:20260427T035816
CREATED:20210114T210128Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210114T210128Z
UID:10002198-1617097500-1617108300@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-2/
CATEGORIES:Ages 5–8 or Grades K–3
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210329T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210329T120000
DTSTAMP:20260427T035816
CREATED:20210114T214131Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210114T214131Z
UID:10002244-1617012000-1617019200@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-2/
CATEGORIES:Ages 5–8 or Grades K–3
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210325T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210325T120000
DTSTAMP:20260427T035816
CREATED:20210114T215208Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210114T215208Z
UID:10002252-1616666400-1616673600@www.hitchcockcenter.org
SUMMARY:10am-12pm Junior Nature Play Thursday 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\nThursdays\, 10:00am-12:00pm\nMarch 25 – June 10 (no program April 22)\nFee per Child: Tier A-$440 | Tier B-$352 | Tier C-$264  | Tier D-$176\nLimited to 8 participants
URL:https://www.hitchcockcenter.org/event/10am-12pm-junior-nature-play-thursday-series/
CATEGORIES:Ages 5–8 or Grades K–3
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210325T094500
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210325T124500
DTSTAMP:20260427T035816
CREATED:20201123T221428Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20201123T221428Z
UID:10002108-1616665500-1616676300@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-4/
CATEGORIES:Ages 5–8 or Grades K–3
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210324T133000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210324T173000
DTSTAMP:20260427T035816
CREATED:20210114T180928Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210114T180928Z
UID:10002158-1616592600-1616607000@www.hitchcockcenter.org
SUMMARY:1:30-5:30pm Junior Nature Play Afterschool
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 Spring Nature Play we will explore wooded trails and fields\, play in the mud\, build forts\, 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. This program is available to kindergarteners and first graders. \nwith Aemelia Thompson\nAges 5-7 or Grades K-1\nWednesdays\, 3:30-5:30pm\nMarch 24- June 9 (no class April 21)\nExtended days: March 24th\, April 14\, May 12th\, June 2nd 1:30-5:30pm\nFee per Child: Tier A-$413 | Tier B-$330 | Tier C-$248 | Tier D-$165\nLimited to 8 participants
URL:https://www.hitchcockcenter.org/event/130-530pm-junior-nature-play-afterschool/
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:20260427T035816
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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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210323T094500
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210323T124500
DTSTAMP:20260427T035816
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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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210322T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210322T120000
DTSTAMP:20260427T035816
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:20210318T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210318T120000
DTSTAMP:20260427T035816
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:20210318T094500
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210318T124500
DTSTAMP:20260427T035816
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:20210317T153000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210317T173000
DTSTAMP:20260427T035816
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:20210317T153000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210317T173000
DTSTAMP:20260427T035816
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:20210317T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210317T120000
DTSTAMP:20260427T035816
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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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210316T153000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210316T173000
DTSTAMP:20260427T035816
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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