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SUMMARY:Flora and Fauna Walks: Vernal Pools
DESCRIPTION:Earth Day Week Flora and Fauna Walks \nCelebrate Earth Day with the Hitchcock Center for the Environment\, participate in one or more of our Flora and Fauna Walks. Join expert naturalists and survey for biodiversity while fundraising for a healthy planet. Space is limited\, register now!  \nBirds with John Green – Tuesday\, April 22\, 7 AM in Amherst\nEarth Day Family Walk – Tuesday\, April 22\, 3:30 PM at Hitchcock Center\nSpring Ephemeral Wildflowers with Katie – Wednesday\, April 23\, 8 AM\nBirds with Dan Ziomek – Thursday\, April 24\, 8 AM in South Amherst\nLow Maintenance Native Gardens – Thursday\, April 24\, 7 PM at Hitchcock Center\nNative Plant Gardens with Master Gardener Bridgit – Saturday\, April 26\, 10 AM at Hitchcock Center\nVernal Pool Walk with Jennifer – Sunday\, April 27th 1 – 2:30 PM \nLEARN MORE
URL:https://www.hitchcockcenter.org/event/flora-and-fauna-walks-vernal-pools/
CATEGORIES:Family Programs
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SUMMARY:Flora and Fauna Walks: Native Plants
DESCRIPTION:Earth Day Week Flora and Fauna Walks \nCelebrate Earth Day with the Hitchcock Center for the Environment\, participate in one or more of our Flora and Fauna Walks. Join expert naturalists and survey for biodiversity while fundraising for a healthy planet. Space is limited\, register now!  \nBirds with John Green – Tuesday\, April 22\, 7 AM in Amherst\nEarth Day Family Walk – Tuesday\, April 22\, 3:30 PM at Hitchcock Center\nSpring Ephemeral Wildflowers with Katie – Wednesday\, April 23\, 8 AM\nBirds with Dan Ziomek – Thursday\, April 24\, 8 AM in South Amherst\nLow Maintenance Native Gardens – Thursday\, April 24\, 7 PM at Hitchcock Center\nNative Plant Gardens with Master Gardener Bridgit – Saturday\, April 26\, 10 AM at Hitchcock Center\nVernal Pool Walk with Jennifer – Sunday\, April 27th 1 – 2:30 PM \nLEARN MORE
URL:https://www.hitchcockcenter.org/event/flora-and-fauna-walks-native-plants/
CATEGORIES:Family Programs
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250424T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250424T203000
DTSTAMP:20260405T224954
CREATED:20250319T193215Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250319T193215Z
UID:10005272-1745521200-1745526600@www.hitchcockcenter.org
SUMMARY:Flora and Fauna Walks: Native Gardens
DESCRIPTION:Earth Day Week Flora and Fauna Walks \nCelebrate Earth Day with the Hitchcock Center for the Environment\, participate in one or more of our Flora and Fauna Walks. Join expert naturalists and survey for biodiversity while fundraising for a healthy planet. Space is limited\, register now!  \nBirds with John Green – Tuesday\, April 22\, 7 AM in Amherst\nEarth Day Family Walk – Tuesday\, April 22\, 3:30 PM at Hitchcock Center\nSpring Ephemeral Wildflowers with Katie – Wednesday\, April 23\, 8 AM\nBirds with Dan Ziomek – Thursday\, April 24\, 8 AM in South Amherst\nLow Maintenance Native Gardens – Thursday\, April 24\, 7 PM at Hitchcock Center\nNative Plant Gardens with Master Gardener Bridgit – Saturday\, April 26\, 10 AM at Hitchcock Center\nVernal Pool Walk with Jennifer – Sunday\, April 27th 1 – 2:30 PM \nLEARN MORE
URL:https://www.hitchcockcenter.org/event/flora-and-fauna-walks-native-gardens/
CATEGORIES:Family Programs
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250424T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250424T093000
DTSTAMP:20260405T224954
CREATED:20250319T193107Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250319T193409Z
UID:10005271-1745481600-1745487000@www.hitchcockcenter.org
SUMMARY:Flora and Fauna Walks: Birds
DESCRIPTION:Earth Day Week Flora and Fauna Walks \nCelebrate Earth Day with the Hitchcock Center for the Environment\, participate in one or more of our Flora and Fauna Walks. Join expert naturalists and survey for biodiversity while fundraising for a healthy planet. Space is limited\, register now!  \nBirds with John Green – Tuesday\, April 22\, 7 AM in Amherst\nEarth Day Family Walk – Tuesday\, April 22\, 3:30 PM at Hitchcock Center\nSpring Ephemeral Wildflowers with Katie – Wednesday\, April 23\, 8 AM\nBirds with Dan Ziomek – Thursday\, April 24\, 8 AM in South Amherst\nLow Maintenance Native Gardens – Thursday\, April 24\, 7 PM at Hitchcock Center\nNative Plant Gardens with Master Gardener Bridgit – Saturday\, April 26\, 10 AM at Hitchcock Center\nVernal Pool Walk with Jennifer – Sunday\, April 27th 1 – 2:30 PM \nLEARN MORE
URL:https://www.hitchcockcenter.org/event/flora-and-fauna-walks-birds-2/
CATEGORIES:Family Programs
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250423T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250423T103000
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CREATED:20250319T192833Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250415T150542Z
UID:10005270-1745398800-1745404200@www.hitchcockcenter.org
SUMMARY:Flora and Fauna Walks: Flowers
DESCRIPTION:Earth Day Week Flora and Fauna Walks \nCelebrate Earth Day with the Hitchcock Center for the Environment\, participate in one or more of our Flora and Fauna Walks. Join expert naturalists and survey for biodiversity while fundraising for a healthy planet. Space is limited\, register now!  \nBirds with John Green – Tuesday\, April 22\, 7 AM in Amherst\nEarth Day Family Walk – Tuesday\, April 22\, 3:30 PM at Hitchcock Center\nSpring Ephemeral Wildflowers with Katie – Wednesday\, April 23\, 9 AM\nBirds with Dan Ziomek – Thursday\, April 24\, 8 AM in South Amherst\nLow Maintenance Native Gardens – Thursday\, April 24\, 7 PM at Hitchcock Center\nNative Plant Gardens with Master Gardener Bridgit – Saturday\, April 26\, 10 AM at Hitchcock Center\nVernal Pool Walk with Jennifer – Sunday\, April 27th 1 – 2:30 PM \nLEARN MORE
URL:https://www.hitchcockcenter.org/event/flora-and-fauna-flowers/
CATEGORIES:Family Programs
END:VEVENT
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250422T153000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250422T170000
DTSTAMP:20260405T224954
CREATED:20250319T192733Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250319T192733Z
UID:10005269-1745335800-1745341200@www.hitchcockcenter.org
SUMMARY:Flora and Fauna Walks: Family Walk
DESCRIPTION:Earth Day Week Flora and Fauna Walks \nCelebrate Earth Day with the Hitchcock Center for the Environment\, participate in one or more of our Flora and Fauna Walks. Join expert naturalists and survey for biodiversity while fundraising for a healthy planet. Space is limited\, register now!  \nBirds with John Green – Tuesday\, April 22\, 7 AM in Amherst\nEarth Day Family Walk – Tuesday\, April 22\, 3:30 PM at Hitchcock Center\nSpring Ephemeral Wildflowers with Katie – Wednesday\, April 23\, 8 AM\nBirds with Dan Ziomek – Thursday\, April 24\, 8 AM in South Amherst\nLow Maintenance Native Gardens – Thursday\, April 24\, 7 PM at Hitchcock Center\nNative Plant Gardens with Master Gardener Bridgit – Saturday\, April 26\, 10 AM at Hitchcock Center\nVernal Pool Walk with Jennifer – Sunday\, April 27th 1 – 2:30 PM \nLEARN MORE
URL:https://www.hitchcockcenter.org/event/flora-and-fauna-walks-family-walk/
CATEGORIES:Family Programs
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250422T070000
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UID:10005268-1745305200-1745310600@www.hitchcockcenter.org
SUMMARY:Flora and Fauna Walks: Birds
DESCRIPTION:Earth Day Week Flora and Fauna Walks \nCelebrate Earth Day with the Hitchcock Center for the Environment\, participate in one or more of our Flora and Fauna Walks. Join expert naturalists and survey for biodiversity while fundraising for a healthy planet. Space is limited\, register now!  \nBirds with John Green – Tuesday\, April 22\, 7 AM in Amherst\nEarth Day Family Walk – Tuesday\, April 22\, 3:30 PM at Hitchcock Center\nSpring Ephemeral Wildflowers with Katie – Wednesday\, April 23\, 8 AM\nBirds with Dan Ziomek – Thursday\, April 24\, 8 AM in South Amherst\nLow Maintenance Native Gardens – Thursday\, April 24\, 7 PM at Hitchcock Center\nNative Plant Gardens with Master Gardener Bridgit – Saturday\, April 26\, 10 AM at Hitchcock Center\nVernal Pool Walk with Jennifer – Sunday\, April 27th 1 – 2:30 PM \nLEARN MORE
URL:https://www.hitchcockcenter.org/event/flora-and-fauna-walks-birds/
CATEGORIES:Family Programs
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250416T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250416T111500
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CREATED:20250109T211243Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250109T212134Z
UID:10004791-1744797600-1744802100@www.hitchcockcenter.org
SUMMARY:Little Bear Nature Walk
DESCRIPTION:Come along on a Little Bear Nature Walk! Little Bear Nature Walks are a way for toddlers\, preschoolers and their caregivers to explore nature in an age-appropriate way. Click here to find today’s theme\, location\, and to register!
URL:https://www.hitchcockcenter.org/event/little-bear-nature-walk/2025-04-16/
CATEGORIES:Family Programs
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250407T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250407T111500
DTSTAMP:20260405T224954
CREATED:20250109T211243Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250109T212134Z
UID:10004790-1744020000-1744024500@www.hitchcockcenter.org
SUMMARY:Little Bear Nature Walk
DESCRIPTION:Come along on a Little Bear Nature Walk! Little Bear Nature Walks are a way for toddlers\, preschoolers and their caregivers to explore nature in an age-appropriate way. Click here to find today’s theme\, location\, and to register!
URL:https://www.hitchcockcenter.org/event/little-bear-nature-walk/2025-04-07/
CATEGORIES:Family Programs
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250401T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250401T111500
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CREATED:20250109T211243Z
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UID:10004789-1743501600-1743506100@www.hitchcockcenter.org
SUMMARY:Little Bear Nature Walk
DESCRIPTION:Come along on a Little Bear Nature Walk! Little Bear Nature Walks are a way for toddlers\, preschoolers and their caregivers to explore nature in an age-appropriate way. Click here to find today’s theme\, location\, and to register!
URL:https://www.hitchcockcenter.org/event/little-bear-nature-walk/2025-04-01/
CATEGORIES:Family Programs
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250326T100000
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UID:10004788-1742983200-1742987700@www.hitchcockcenter.org
SUMMARY:Little Bear Nature Walk
DESCRIPTION:Come along on a Little Bear Nature Walk! Little Bear Nature Walks are a way for toddlers\, preschoolers and their caregivers to explore nature in an age-appropriate way. Click here to find today’s theme\, location\, and to register!
URL:https://www.hitchcockcenter.org/event/little-bear-nature-walk/2025-03-26/
CATEGORIES:Family Programs
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250317T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250317T111500
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UID:10004787-1742205600-1742210100@www.hitchcockcenter.org
SUMMARY:Little Bear Nature Walk
DESCRIPTION:Come along on a Little Bear Nature Walk! Little Bear Nature Walks are a way for toddlers\, preschoolers and their caregivers to explore nature in an age-appropriate way. Click here to find today’s theme\, location\, and to register!
URL:https://www.hitchcockcenter.org/event/little-bear-nature-walk/2025-03-17/
CATEGORIES:Family Programs
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250313T100000
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CREATED:20250109T211243Z
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SUMMARY:Little Bear Nature Walk
DESCRIPTION:Come along on a Little Bear Nature Walk! Little Bear Nature Walks are a way for toddlers\, preschoolers and their caregivers to explore nature in an age-appropriate way. Click here to find today’s theme\, location\, and to register!
URL:https://www.hitchcockcenter.org/event/little-bear-nature-walk/2025-03-13/
CATEGORIES:Family Programs
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250304T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250304T111500
DTSTAMP:20260405T224954
CREATED:20250109T211243Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250109T212134Z
UID:10004785-1741082400-1741086900@www.hitchcockcenter.org
SUMMARY:Little Bear Nature Walk
DESCRIPTION:Come along on a Little Bear Nature Walk! Little Bear Nature Walks are a way for toddlers\, preschoolers and their caregivers to explore nature in an age-appropriate way. Click here to find today’s theme\, location\, and to register!
URL:https://www.hitchcockcenter.org/event/little-bear-nature-walk/2025-03-04/
CATEGORIES:Family Programs
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241215T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241215T150000
DTSTAMP:20260405T224954
CREATED:20241121T205138Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241121T205138Z
UID:10004773-1734267600-1734274800@www.hitchcockcenter.org
SUMMARY:Christmas Bird Count for Kids and Families
DESCRIPTION:Christmas Bird Count for Kids and Families \nSponsored by Hampshire Bird Club\nSunday\, Dec 15\, 2024\n1-3pm\nFree\, Registration appreciated \nDo you want to learn more about birds? Would you like to contribute to science? Join birdwatchers all over America in the Christmas Bird Count (CBC)! \nThe CBC is a 124-year old event in which bird lovers of all ages and skill levels count all the birds they see in a 24-hour period in December. At this program\, there will be something for everyone. We’ll meet at the Hitchcock Center for an indoor program about how to recognize common birds and a story about the history of the Christmas Bird Count. Afterwards\, families who are interested may participate in an outdoor bird count\, with ID help by Hampshire Bird Club members at the Hitchcock Center bird feeders and beyond. We’ll count every bird we see! Younger participants may decorate “eye focusers” and hit the trails for a self-guided bird scavenger hunt (with paper birds!). Stay as long as you wish. Don’t miss this opportunity to contribute to a real bird census! This event is rain\, slow\, sleet or shine. Families may stay and count birds for as much time as they wish but we recommend that you arrive on time for the indoor portion in order to get introduced to the common winter species we are likely to see. Binoculars are welcome but not required.
URL:https://www.hitchcockcenter.org/event/christmas-bird-count-for-kids-and-families-4/
CATEGORIES:Family Programs
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241214T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241214T110000
DTSTAMP:20260405T224954
CREATED:20240606T194011Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240606T194011Z
UID:10003972-1734170400-1734174000@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 – 11 AM\nSeptember 14\, October 12\, November 9\, December 14\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. \nDecember 14: Winter Magic (Inside/Outside) \nWinter is the most magical time of year. During this program we will discover the secrets of ice and snow together!
URL:https://www.hitchcockcenter.org/event/second-saturday-family-science-30/
CATEGORIES:Family Programs
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241109T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241109T110000
DTSTAMP:20260405T224954
CREATED:20240606T193826Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240606T193826Z
UID:10003971-1731146400-1731150000@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 – 11 AM\nSeptember 14\, October 12\, November 9\, December 14\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. \nNovember 9: Let’s Get Cozy! (Inside/Outside) \nAs the days get shorter and the temperature drops\, creatures of all shapes and sizes need to get cozy! Come on over to discover how animals’ cozy habits are both similar and different to ours.
URL:https://www.hitchcockcenter.org/event/second-saturday-family-science-29/
CATEGORIES:Family Programs
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241012T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241012T110000
DTSTAMP:20260405T224954
CREATED:20240606T193736Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240606T193736Z
UID:10003970-1728727200-1728730800@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 – 11 AM\nSeptember 14\, October 12\, November 9\, December 14\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. \nOctober 12: Lovely Leaves (Outside)  \nWhy do leaves change colors in autumn? And why do they fall off? Join us for an exploration about the life of leaves!
URL:https://www.hitchcockcenter.org/event/second-saturday-family-science-28/
CATEGORIES:Family Programs
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240923T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240923T173000
DTSTAMP:20260405T224954
CREATED:20240606T193527Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240606T193527Z
UID:10003968-1727107200-1727112600@www.hitchcockcenter.org
SUMMARY:Monarch Tagging (3+) 2/2
DESCRIPTION:With Jennifer Unkles\nAges 3+\nThursday\, September 19\, 4:00 – 5:30 PM or Monday\, September 23\, 4:00 – 5:30 PM\nSuggested Donation: $10–$30 per person\nLimited to 15 participants \nThe monarch butterflies are back and their cycle continues! Come for a small group class to see them up close\, learn about their fascinating life cycle\, tag and release pre-caught butterflies and then take a hike to look for others. Nets and supplies will be provided. We often find other insects on these walks. Data collected will be added for scientific research through the Monarch Watch Community Science Project (MonarchWatch.org).
URL:https://www.hitchcockcenter.org/event/monarch-tagging-3-2-2/
CATEGORIES:Family Programs
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240919T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240919T173000
DTSTAMP:20260405T224954
CREATED:20240606T193444Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240606T193444Z
UID:10003967-1726761600-1726767000@www.hitchcockcenter.org
SUMMARY:Monarch Tagging (3+) 1/2
DESCRIPTION:With Jennifer Unkles\nAges 3+\nThursday\, September 19\, 4:00 – 5:30 PM or Monday\, September 23\, 4:00 – 5:30 PM\nSuggested Donation: $10–$30 per person\nLimited to 15 participants \nThe monarch butterflies are back and their cycle continues! Come for a small group class to see them up close\, learn about their fascinating life cycle\, tag and release pre-caught butterflies and then take a hike to look for others. Nets and supplies will be provided. We often find other insects on these walks. Data collected will be added for scientific research through the Monarch Watch Community Science Project (MonarchWatch.org).
URL:https://www.hitchcockcenter.org/event/monarch-tagging-3-1-2/
CATEGORIES:Family Programs
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240914T113000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240914T130000
DTSTAMP:20260405T224954
CREATED:20240606T193251Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240606T193334Z
UID:10003966-1726313400-1726318800@www.hitchcockcenter.org
SUMMARY:Monarch Tagging (All Ages)
DESCRIPTION:with Jennifer Unkles\nAll ages\nSaturday\, September 14\, 11:30 AM – 1 PM\nSuggested Donation: $5 – $30 per family \nDrop in any time to see how monarch butterflies are tagged and ask questions about this amazing creature and their hope filled cycle of survival. Author Naila Moreira will be a special guest sharing about her new middle grade novel\, The Monarchs of Winghaven.
URL:https://www.hitchcockcenter.org/event/monarch-tagging-for-all-ages/
CATEGORIES:Family Programs
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240914T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240914T110000
DTSTAMP:20260405T224954
CREATED:20240606T193652Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240606T193652Z
UID:10003969-1726308000-1726311600@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 – 11 AM\nSeptember 14\, October 12\, November 9\, December 14\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. \nSeptember 14: Strengthen Your Senses (Outside)  \nDo you sometimes feel like the natural world is too separate from the constructed human world? Join us as we utilize our senses to foster a more full-bodied connection with the nature around us!
URL:https://www.hitchcockcenter.org/event/second-saturday-family-science-27/
CATEGORIES:Family Programs
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240511T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240511T110000
DTSTAMP:20260405T224954
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
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20240427
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20240429
DTSTAMP:20260405T224954
CREATED:20240226T180852Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240327T163615Z
UID:10003927-1714176000-1714348799@www.hitchcockcenter.org
SUMMARY:Flora & Faunathon 2024
DESCRIPTION:Whether you live in the woods or in the city\, nature is all around us! Join us Arpil 27-28 getting outdoors to notice the wonders of spring; identify as many plants and animals as you can; share what you find\, and raise money to support education for a healthy planet! This year we are focusing on protecting native wildlife\, pollinators\, and endangered species. \n\n 
URL:https://www.hitchcockcenter.org/event/flora-faunathon-2024/
CATEGORIES:Family Programs
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240420T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240420T160000
DTSTAMP:20260405T224954
CREATED:20240411T175733Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240418T172656Z
UID:10003929-1713607200-1713628800@www.hitchcockcenter.org
SUMMARY:Amherst Sustainability Festival
DESCRIPTION:PLEASE JOIN US ONCE AGAIN FOR THE 12TH ANNUAL SUSTAINABILITY FESTIVAL! \nSATURDAY\, APRIL 20\, 2024\n10 AM – 4 PM\nTOWN COMMON
URL:https://www.hitchcockcenter.org/event/amherst-sustainability-festival/
CATEGORIES:Family Programs
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240413T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240413T110000
DTSTAMP:20260405T224954
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
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240309T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240309T110000
DTSTAMP:20260405T224954
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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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240228T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240228T190000
DTSTAMP:20260405T224954
CREATED:20240226T180410Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240226T180410Z
UID:10003926-1709143200-1709146800@www.hitchcockcenter.org
SUMMARY:Big Migration AKA "Big Night" Volunteer Info & Training
DESCRIPTION:Big Migration – “Big Night” Volunteer Information and Training Session\nWednesday\, February 28\, 6pm – 7pm \nIt is getting close to the time of year again for Big Migration! On the first rainy\, warm nights of spring\, thousands of spotted salamanders\, wood frogs\, spring peepers\, and other amphibians travel to vernal pools and other wetlands to breed. This migration is known as “Big Night” — though it rarely occurs on just one evening. Most years\, “Big Night” is actually one or two Big Nights\, a few Medium-Sized Nights\, and a Small Night here or there\, which can take place anytime from mid-March to early May. In Amherst\, this happens on Henry Street\, where amphibians make their annual journey from their forest territories to their breeding pools at Henry Street in North Amherst. \nWe will have a short presentation on the yellow-spotted salamander\, and the history of the salamander tunnels. We all also discuss how volunteers can help this year\, by gathering data and being ambassadors for others who come to the tunnels\, to share how to safely participate in this once-a-year event. \nJoin us to help prepare for the excitement of the Big Migration and assist the Henry Street amphibians on their journey – generally\, the first rainy night( or nights) of spring when temperatures remain above 40 degrees. \nSign up for our training session on February 28 and to get migration updates through Spring!  \nBIG MIGRATION EMAIL LIST
URL:https://www.hitchcockcenter.org/event/big-migration-aka-big-night-volunteer-info-training/
CATEGORIES:Adult Programs,Family Programs
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240210T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240210T110000
DTSTAMP:20260405T224954
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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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240127T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240127T110000
DTSTAMP:20260405T224954
CREATED:20231109T194836Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231109T195417Z
UID:10003568-1706349600-1706353200@www.hitchcockcenter.org
SUMMARY:Saturday Family Science for Amherst Winterfest
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. \nJanuary 27: Winter Wonderland \n(An Amherst Winterfest kick-off event) Come explore the shimmery\, sparkly\, silvery world of snow and ice! In our journey through a Winter Wonderland\, we’ll discover properties of frozen water\, investigating the shapes\, sizes\, and colors of snowflakes and icicles!
URL:https://www.hitchcockcenter.org/event/second-saturday-family-science-22/
CATEGORIES:Ages 5–8 or Grades K–3,Family Programs
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