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SUMMARY:Girls into the Wild
DESCRIPTION:GIRLS INTO THE WILD AFTERSCHOOL  \nwith Katie Koerten\nAges 9-12 or Grades 4-6\nThursdays\, 3:30-5:30pm\nSeptember 7 – December 21 (*Extended day Oct 26\, no program November 23)\nFee per Child: Tier A-$480 | Tier B-$400| Tier C-$340  | Tier D-$260\nLimited to 12 participants \nGirls into the Wild is back in Fall 2023 for more romping wildly through the field and forests of the Hitchcock Center. Please note the age adjustment: GITW has shifted to be for students in grades 4 through 6. As always we’ll visit our favorite places to play in the forest\, such as Stump City\, the Ferns\, and the Faraway Woods – exploring the seasonal beauty of nature as we go. Play games\, make friends\, and create nature projects outdoors! Come build your confidence and show your wild side! Genderqueer\, nonbinary\, agender and trans young people are welcome! *Extended day hours on Oct 26 are 1pm-5:30pm due to early release for Amherst Public Schools.
URL:https://www.hitchcockcenter.org/event/girls-into-the-wild-130/2023-12-14/
CATEGORIES:Ages 5–8/Grades K–3 or Ages 9–11/Grades 4–6
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20231214T153000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20231214T173000
DTSTAMP:20260404T111415
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LAST-MODIFIED:20230531T200841Z
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SUMMARY:Nature Play Afterschool
DESCRIPTION:NATURE PLAY AFTERSCHOOL\n \nWith Lauren Dausch\nAges 8-11 or Grades 3-5\nThursdays\, 3:30-5:30\nSeptember 7 – December 21 (*Extended day Oct 26\, no program November 23)\nTier A:$480 | Tier B:$400 | Tier C:$340 | Tier D:$260\nLimited to 12 participants \nHitchcock’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 Fall Nature Play we will explore wooded trails and fields\, jump in leaf piles\, 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.
URL:https://www.hitchcockcenter.org/event/nature-play-afterschool-206/2023-12-14/
CATEGORIES:Ages 5–8 or Grades K–3
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20231213T153000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20231213T173000
DTSTAMP:20260404T111415
CREATED:20230531T200617Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230531T200617Z
UID:10003497-1702481400-1702488600@www.hitchcockcenter.org
SUMMARY:Nature Play Afterschool
DESCRIPTION:NATURE PLAY AFTERSCHOOL\n \nWith Jeff Mazur\nAges 8-11 or Grades 3-5\nWednesdays\, 3:30-5:30\nSeptember 6  – December 20 (no program November 22)\nTier A:$453 | Tier B:$378 | Tier C:$321 | Tier D:$245\nLimited to 12 participants \nHitchcock’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 Fall Nature Play we will explore wooded trails and fields\, jump in leaf piles\, 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.
URL:https://www.hitchcockcenter.org/event/nature-play-afterschool-205/2023-12-13/
CATEGORIES:Ages 5–8 or Grades K–3
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20231213T153000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20231213T173000
DTSTAMP:20260404T111415
CREATED:20230531T200412Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230531T200412Z
UID:10003482-1702481400-1702488600@www.hitchcockcenter.org
SUMMARY:Junior Nature Play Afterschool
DESCRIPTION:JUNIOR NATURE PLAY AFTERSCHOOL\n \nWith Lauren Dausch\nAges 5-7 or Grades K-2\nWednesdays\, 3:30pm-5:30pm\nSeptember 6 – December 20  (no program November 22)\nTier A:$453 Tier B:$378 Tier C:$321 Tier D:$245\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 Fall Junior Nature Play we will explore wooded trails and fields\, play pretend in our mud kitchen\, and make leaf crowns.  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-15/2023-12-13/
CATEGORIES:Ages 5–8 or Grades K–3
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20231212T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20231212T140000
DTSTAMP:20260404T111415
CREATED:20230531T195131Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230531T195131Z
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SUMMARY:Discovery Day: Following the fossils
DESCRIPTION:Following the fossils\nWith Emily Schuttenberg\nDecember 12\, 10am-2pm\nGrades 1-6\, Ages 6-12\nTier A:$79 Tier B:$66 Tier C:$56 Tier D:$43\nLimited to 12 participants \nHow can we learn about the amazing animals and plants that lived in the Connecticut Valley hundreds\, thousands\, and even millions of years ago? By following the fossils! To find these fabulous fossils\, we’ll visit the Beneski Museum and explore its collections.
URL:https://www.hitchcockcenter.org/event/discovery-day-following-the-fossils/
CATEGORIES:Ages 5–8/Grades K–3 or Ages 9–11/Grades 4–6
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20231211T153000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20231211T173000
DTSTAMP:20260404T111415
CREATED:20230531T200256Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230531T200256Z
UID:10003467-1702308600-1702315800@www.hitchcockcenter.org
SUMMARY:Wild Children of the Woods
DESCRIPTION:WILD CHILDREN OF THE WOODS SERIES \nWith Monya Relles\nAges 8-11 or Grades 3-5\nMondays\, 3:30-5:30pm\nSeptember 11 – December 18 (no program September 25 and October 9)\nTier A:$393 Tier B:$327 Tier C:$278 Tier D:$213\nLimited to 12 participants \nWe go to the woods to think\, learn\, play\, and explore in this afterschool series for upper-elementary schoolers. We will roam the grounds of the Hitchcock Center as we watch Fall turn to Winter. We will visit stump city\, ferns\, and the far-away woods\, play some organized games\, and learn about the animals\, plants\, and life in these woods\, including ourselves.
URL:https://www.hitchcockcenter.org/event/wild-children-of-the-woods-34/2023-12-11/
CATEGORIES:Ages 5–8/Grades K–3 or Ages 9–11/Grades 4–6
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20231209T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20231209T150000
DTSTAMP:20260404T111415
CREATED:20230531T193659Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230531T193659Z
UID:10003421-1702119600-1702134000@www.hitchcockcenter.org
SUMMARY:Storytelling Saturday
DESCRIPTION:Storytelling Saturday\nWith Monya Relles\nSaturday\, December 9\nSuggested ages 11-14\nSpecial time: 11am to 3pm\nSuggested Donation: $10-$40 per teen \nCome visit for a Saturday and play a role playing game (RPG) like Dungeons and Dragons. We’ll build a character and go on a group adventure with Hitchcock Educator Monya as our guide. It might be silly or serious but either way it will be loads of fun. \nAdults are welcome at the center during this time but not required to stay for programming. This program will be inside for the duration and masks are welcome but not required.
URL:https://www.hitchcockcenter.org/event/storytelling-saturday/
CATEGORIES:Teen Programs
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20231209T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20231209T110000
DTSTAMP:20260404T111415
CREATED:20230531T195522Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230531T195522Z
UID:10003450-1702116000-1702119600@www.hitchcockcenter.org
SUMMARY:Second Saturday Family Science
DESCRIPTION:with Lauren Dausch\nAges 5–7 or Grades K–1\nSecond Saturdays of the month\, 10–11am\nSeptember 9\, October 14\, November 11\, December 9\nSuggested Donation: $10–$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 9: Signs of Animals in Winter (Inside/outside)\nThe winter season is abundant with life even when it doesn’t seem so. Come join us as we learn how to recognize signs of animals in winter\, and discover the unique features of the season!
URL:https://www.hitchcockcenter.org/event/second-saturday-family-science-20/
CATEGORIES:Family Programs
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20231208T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20231208T173000
DTSTAMP:20260404T111415
CREATED:20230531T201404Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230531T201404Z
UID:10003532-1702040400-1702056600@www.hitchcockcenter.org
SUMMARY:Fun Friday Frolics Afterschool
DESCRIPTION:FUN FRIDAY FROLICS **NEW!!** \nwith Lauren Dausch\nAges: Ages 6-9 or grades 1 – 3*\nFridays\, 1:00 – 5:30pm\nFee per Child: Tier A-$82 | Tier B-$68| Tier C-$58  | Tier D-$44\nLimited to 12 participants\n \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. \nDecember 8: Wondrous Winter
URL:https://www.hitchcockcenter.org/event/fun-friday-frolics-afterschool-4/
CATEGORIES:Ages 5–8/Grades K–3 or Ages 9–11/Grades 4–6
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20231208T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20231208T150000
DTSTAMP:20260404T111415
CREATED:20230531T193338Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230531T193338Z
UID:10003419-1702040400-1702047600@www.hitchcockcenter.org
SUMMARY:Nature Discovery Preschool: From Here to There (PM)
DESCRIPTION:Fall Nature Discovery Preschool Series – From Here to There: How Things Move in Nature\nColleen Kelley\nAges 3-5 (Adult required to attend with child)\nFridays\, September 15 – December 8 (no programs October 13\,  November 10 & 24)\nMorning session: 9:30am-11:30 am\nAfternoon session: 1:00pm-3:00pm\nFee per Child: Tier A-$477 | Tier B-$398 | Tier C-$338 | Tier D-$258\nLimited to 16 participants. Limit of 2 children per adult. Siblings under 3 are free. \nWelcome back to a fun Fall with Colleen. Children and their parents will discover all the wonderful ways that nature’s creatures get around- flying\, hopping\, slithering and swimming. This program encourages learning through movement\, singing\, crafts \,games\, stories and great adventures. A parent or guardian must attend with the child. \nThis Nature Discovery Preschool is a ten week series that takes place outdoors unless there is extreme weather.
URL:https://www.hitchcockcenter.org/event/nature-discovery-preschool-from-here-to-there-pm/2023-12-08/
LOCATION:Hitchcock Center for the Environment\, 845 West Street\, Amherst\, MA\, 01002
CATEGORIES:Ages 3–5 or Grade Pre-K
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20231208T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20231208T113000
DTSTAMP:20260404T111415
CREATED:20230531T193152Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230531T193152Z
UID:10003409-1702027800-1702035000@www.hitchcockcenter.org
SUMMARY:Nature Discovery Preschool: From Here to There (AM)
DESCRIPTION:Fall Nature Discovery Preschool Series – From Here to There: How Things Move in Nature\nColleen Kelley\nAges 3-5 (Adult required to attend with child)\nFridays\, September 15 – December 8 (no programs October 13\,  November 10 & 24)\nMorning session: 9:30am-11:30 am\nAfternoon session: 1:00pm-3:00pm\nFee per Child: Tier A-$477 | Tier B-$398 | Tier C-$338 | Tier D-$258\nLimited to 16 participants. Limit of 2 children per adult. Siblings under 3 are free. \nWelcome back to a fun Fall with Colleen. Children and their parents will discover all the wonderful ways that nature’s creatures get around- flying\, hopping\, slithering and swimming. This program encourages learning through movement\, singing\, crafts \,games\, stories and great adventures. A parent or guardian must attend with the child. \nThis Nature Discovery Preschool is a ten week series that takes place outdoors unless there is extreme weather.
URL:https://www.hitchcockcenter.org/event/nature-discovery-preschool-from-here-to-there-am/2023-12-08/
LOCATION:Hitchcock Center for the Environment\, 845 West Street\, Amherst\, MA\, 01002
CATEGORIES:Ages 3–5 or Grade Pre-K
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20231207T153000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20231207T173000
DTSTAMP:20260404T111415
CREATED:20230531T201029Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230531T201029Z
UID:10003526-1701963000-1701970200@www.hitchcockcenter.org
SUMMARY:Girls into the Wild
DESCRIPTION:GIRLS INTO THE WILD AFTERSCHOOL  \nwith Katie Koerten\nAges 9-12 or Grades 4-6\nThursdays\, 3:30-5:30pm\nSeptember 7 – December 21 (*Extended day Oct 26\, no program November 23)\nFee per Child: Tier A-$480 | Tier B-$400| Tier C-$340  | Tier D-$260\nLimited to 12 participants \nGirls into the Wild is back in Fall 2023 for more romping wildly through the field and forests of the Hitchcock Center. Please note the age adjustment: GITW has shifted to be for students in grades 4 through 6. As always we’ll visit our favorite places to play in the forest\, such as Stump City\, the Ferns\, and the Faraway Woods – exploring the seasonal beauty of nature as we go. Play games\, make friends\, and create nature projects outdoors! Come build your confidence and show your wild side! Genderqueer\, nonbinary\, agender and trans young people are welcome! *Extended day hours on Oct 26 are 1pm-5:30pm due to early release for Amherst Public Schools.
URL:https://www.hitchcockcenter.org/event/girls-into-the-wild-130/2023-12-07/
CATEGORIES:Ages 5–8/Grades K–3 or Ages 9–11/Grades 4–6
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20231207T153000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20231207T173000
DTSTAMP:20260404T111415
CREATED:20230531T200841Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230531T200841Z
UID:10003511-1701963000-1701970200@www.hitchcockcenter.org
SUMMARY:Nature Play Afterschool
DESCRIPTION:NATURE PLAY AFTERSCHOOL\n \nWith Lauren Dausch\nAges 8-11 or Grades 3-5\nThursdays\, 3:30-5:30\nSeptember 7 – December 21 (*Extended day Oct 26\, no program November 23)\nTier A:$480 | Tier B:$400 | Tier C:$340 | Tier D:$260\nLimited to 12 participants \nHitchcock’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 Fall Nature Play we will explore wooded trails and fields\, jump in leaf piles\, 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.
URL:https://www.hitchcockcenter.org/event/nature-play-afterschool-206/2023-12-07/
CATEGORIES:Ages 5–8 or Grades K–3
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20231206T153000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20231206T173000
DTSTAMP:20260404T111415
CREATED:20230531T200617Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230531T200617Z
UID:10003496-1701876600-1701883800@www.hitchcockcenter.org
SUMMARY:Nature Play Afterschool
DESCRIPTION:NATURE PLAY AFTERSCHOOL\n \nWith Jeff Mazur\nAges 8-11 or Grades 3-5\nWednesdays\, 3:30-5:30\nSeptember 6  – December 20 (no program November 22)\nTier A:$453 | Tier B:$378 | Tier C:$321 | Tier D:$245\nLimited to 12 participants \nHitchcock’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 Fall Nature Play we will explore wooded trails and fields\, jump in leaf piles\, 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.
URL:https://www.hitchcockcenter.org/event/nature-play-afterschool-205/2023-12-06/
CATEGORIES:Ages 5–8 or Grades K–3
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20231206T153000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20231206T173000
DTSTAMP:20260404T111415
CREATED:20230531T200412Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230531T200412Z
UID:10003481-1701876600-1701883800@www.hitchcockcenter.org
SUMMARY:Junior Nature Play Afterschool
DESCRIPTION:JUNIOR NATURE PLAY AFTERSCHOOL\n \nWith Lauren Dausch\nAges 5-7 or Grades K-2\nWednesdays\, 3:30pm-5:30pm\nSeptember 6 – December 20  (no program November 22)\nTier A:$453 Tier B:$378 Tier C:$321 Tier D:$245\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 Fall Junior Nature Play we will explore wooded trails and fields\, play pretend in our mud kitchen\, and make leaf crowns.  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-15/2023-12-06/
CATEGORIES:Ages 5–8 or Grades K–3
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20231206T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20231206T143000
DTSTAMP:20260404T111415
CREATED:20231205T190002Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231205T190002Z
UID:10003793-1701853200-1701873000@www.hitchcockcenter.org
SUMMARY:Building Closed Until 2:30 PM
DESCRIPTION:Hitchcock Center’s Living Building will be closed until 2:30 PM on 12/6 for a staff event. Thank you!
URL:https://www.hitchcockcenter.org/event/building-closed-until-230-pm/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20231205T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20231205T200000
DTSTAMP:20260404T111415
CREATED:20230915T172632Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230915T172632Z
UID:10003562-1701801000-1701806400@www.hitchcockcenter.org
SUMMARY:Ice and Snow: The Cold Story 
DESCRIPTION:Ice and Snow: The Cold Story \nwith John Green\nTuesday\, December 5\, 6:30pm – 8pm\nRegistration and Donations appreciated  \nWinter is beautiful and John Green’s photos will remind you!  \nHere in New England we are fortunate to have four distinct seasons.  Although\, due to warming climate the annual temperature average may be higher now than in the past.  In southern New England we still experience the influx of migrating birds and blossoming flowers in the spring; thunderstorms and rainbow during the summer and colorful foliage\, reverse bird migration and leaf fall in the autumn.  However\, recent winters have been less dynamic than those we have experienced historically; landscapes are seldom totally transformed by snow cover and waterways are rarely completely  immobilized by icy conditions due to sustained frigid temperatures.  Fortunately\, John has been photographing wintry conditions dating back to the mid 1970’s and the this program ICE and SNOW is the result of my love for the season of cold.  \nREGISTER HERE
URL:https://www.hitchcockcenter.org/event/ice-and-snow-the-cold-story/
CATEGORIES:Adult Programs
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20231205T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20231205T140000
DTSTAMP:20260404T111415
CREATED:20230531T194645Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230531T194645Z
UID:10003443-1701770400-1701784800@www.hitchcockcenter.org
SUMMARY:Homeschool II: Outdoor Skills and Exploration
DESCRIPTION:Homeschool II: Outdoor Skills and Exploration \nWith Jeff Mazur\nGrades 4-6\, Ages 9-12\nTuesdays 10:00am – 2:00 pm\nSeptember 12 -December 5  (No program September 26\, November 21\, and December 12 for Discovery Days and November 7th for Curriculum Day)\nTier A:$781 Tier B:$651 Tier C:$553 Tier D:$423\nLimited to 12 participants (if over enrolled\, we may open a second class on Thursdays) \nJoin us as we explore the woods of Hampshire College Campus and other beautiful areas in and around Amherst.  During this series\, we will build our wilderness skills and overcome challenges together. As we enter into our own survival story\, we will need to develop skills to help us to survive\, such as\,  orienteering\, fire building\, shelter making\, plant identification\, tracking\, and more! This class will also have time built in for free play\, journal time to reflect on our experiences and organized games. For this class there may be drop off and pick up locations at the Hitchcock Center\, or within a 20 minute drive from the Center.
URL:https://www.hitchcockcenter.org/event/homeschool-ii-outdoor-skills-and-exploration/2023-12-05/
CATEGORIES:Ages 9–11 or Grades 4–6
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20231205T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20231205T140000
DTSTAMP:20260404T111415
CREATED:20230531T194445Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230531T194744Z
UID:10003433-1701770400-1701784800@www.hitchcockcenter.org
SUMMARY:Homeschool I: Magnificent Mammals
DESCRIPTION:Homeschool I: Magnificent Mammals \nWith Lauren Dausch\nGrades 1-3\, Ages 6-8\nTuesdays 10:00am -2:00 pm\nSeptember 12 -December 5 (No program September 26\, November 21\, and December 12 for Discovery Days and November 7th for Curriculum Day)\nTier A:$781 Tier B:$651 Tier C:$553 Tier D:$423\nLimited to 12 participants  \nWhat are mammals and why are they unique? Are all mammal life cycles the same? What roles do different mammals play in our local ecosystems? This fall we will study a variety of local mammals and learn about their behavior. Together we’ll interact with the land around us as we utilize outdoor play\, hands-on activities\, journaling\, songs\, and more to enhance our understanding and knowledge of our incredible local mammal friends!
URL:https://www.hitchcockcenter.org/event/homeschool-i-magnificent-mammals/2023-12-05/
CATEGORIES:Ages 5–8 or Grades K–3
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20231204T153000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20231204T173000
DTSTAMP:20260404T111415
CREATED:20230531T200256Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230531T200256Z
UID:10003466-1701703800-1701711000@www.hitchcockcenter.org
SUMMARY:Wild Children of the Woods
DESCRIPTION:WILD CHILDREN OF THE WOODS SERIES \nWith Monya Relles\nAges 8-11 or Grades 3-5\nMondays\, 3:30-5:30pm\nSeptember 11 – December 18 (no program September 25 and October 9)\nTier A:$393 Tier B:$327 Tier C:$278 Tier D:$213\nLimited to 12 participants \nWe go to the woods to think\, learn\, play\, and explore in this afterschool series for upper-elementary schoolers. We will roam the grounds of the Hitchcock Center as we watch Fall turn to Winter. We will visit stump city\, ferns\, and the far-away woods\, play some organized games\, and learn about the animals\, plants\, and life in these woods\, including ourselves.
URL:https://www.hitchcockcenter.org/event/wild-children-of-the-woods-34/2023-12-04/
CATEGORIES:Ages 5–8/Grades K–3 or Ages 9–11/Grades 4–6
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20231201T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20231201T150000
DTSTAMP:20260404T111415
CREATED:20230531T193338Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230531T193338Z
UID:10003418-1701435600-1701442800@www.hitchcockcenter.org
SUMMARY:Nature Discovery Preschool: From Here to There (PM)
DESCRIPTION:Fall Nature Discovery Preschool Series – From Here to There: How Things Move in Nature\nColleen Kelley\nAges 3-5 (Adult required to attend with child)\nFridays\, September 15 – December 8 (no programs October 13\,  November 10 & 24)\nMorning session: 9:30am-11:30 am\nAfternoon session: 1:00pm-3:00pm\nFee per Child: Tier A-$477 | Tier B-$398 | Tier C-$338 | Tier D-$258\nLimited to 16 participants. Limit of 2 children per adult. Siblings under 3 are free. \nWelcome back to a fun Fall with Colleen. Children and their parents will discover all the wonderful ways that nature’s creatures get around- flying\, hopping\, slithering and swimming. This program encourages learning through movement\, singing\, crafts \,games\, stories and great adventures. A parent or guardian must attend with the child. \nThis Nature Discovery Preschool is a ten week series that takes place outdoors unless there is extreme weather.
URL:https://www.hitchcockcenter.org/event/nature-discovery-preschool-from-here-to-there-pm/2023-12-01/
LOCATION:Hitchcock Center for the Environment\, 845 West Street\, Amherst\, MA\, 01002
CATEGORIES:Ages 3–5 or Grade Pre-K
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20231201T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20231201T113000
DTSTAMP:20260404T111415
CREATED:20230531T193152Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230531T193152Z
UID:10003408-1701423000-1701430200@www.hitchcockcenter.org
SUMMARY:Nature Discovery Preschool: From Here to There (AM)
DESCRIPTION:Fall Nature Discovery Preschool Series – From Here to There: How Things Move in Nature\nColleen Kelley\nAges 3-5 (Adult required to attend with child)\nFridays\, September 15 – December 8 (no programs October 13\,  November 10 & 24)\nMorning session: 9:30am-11:30 am\nAfternoon session: 1:00pm-3:00pm\nFee per Child: Tier A-$477 | Tier B-$398 | Tier C-$338 | Tier D-$258\nLimited to 16 participants. Limit of 2 children per adult. Siblings under 3 are free. \nWelcome back to a fun Fall with Colleen. Children and their parents will discover all the wonderful ways that nature’s creatures get around- flying\, hopping\, slithering and swimming. This program encourages learning through movement\, singing\, crafts \,games\, stories and great adventures. A parent or guardian must attend with the child. \nThis Nature Discovery Preschool is a ten week series that takes place outdoors unless there is extreme weather.
URL:https://www.hitchcockcenter.org/event/nature-discovery-preschool-from-here-to-there-am/2023-12-01/
LOCATION:Hitchcock Center for the Environment\, 845 West Street\, Amherst\, MA\, 01002
CATEGORIES:Ages 3–5 or Grade Pre-K
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20231130T153000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20231130T173000
DTSTAMP:20260404T111415
CREATED:20230531T201029Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230531T201029Z
UID:10003525-1701358200-1701365400@www.hitchcockcenter.org
SUMMARY:Girls into the Wild
DESCRIPTION:GIRLS INTO THE WILD AFTERSCHOOL  \nwith Katie Koerten\nAges 9-12 or Grades 4-6\nThursdays\, 3:30-5:30pm\nSeptember 7 – December 21 (*Extended day Oct 26\, no program November 23)\nFee per Child: Tier A-$480 | Tier B-$400| Tier C-$340  | Tier D-$260\nLimited to 12 participants \nGirls into the Wild is back in Fall 2023 for more romping wildly through the field and forests of the Hitchcock Center. Please note the age adjustment: GITW has shifted to be for students in grades 4 through 6. As always we’ll visit our favorite places to play in the forest\, such as Stump City\, the Ferns\, and the Faraway Woods – exploring the seasonal beauty of nature as we go. Play games\, make friends\, and create nature projects outdoors! Come build your confidence and show your wild side! Genderqueer\, nonbinary\, agender and trans young people are welcome! *Extended day hours on Oct 26 are 1pm-5:30pm due to early release for Amherst Public Schools.
URL:https://www.hitchcockcenter.org/event/girls-into-the-wild-130/2023-11-30/
CATEGORIES:Ages 5–8/Grades K–3 or Ages 9–11/Grades 4–6
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20231130T153000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20231130T173000
DTSTAMP:20260404T111415
CREATED:20230531T200841Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230531T200841Z
UID:10003510-1701358200-1701365400@www.hitchcockcenter.org
SUMMARY:Nature Play Afterschool
DESCRIPTION:NATURE PLAY AFTERSCHOOL\n \nWith Lauren Dausch\nAges 8-11 or Grades 3-5\nThursdays\, 3:30-5:30\nSeptember 7 – December 21 (*Extended day Oct 26\, no program November 23)\nTier A:$480 | Tier B:$400 | Tier C:$340 | Tier D:$260\nLimited to 12 participants \nHitchcock’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 Fall Nature Play we will explore wooded trails and fields\, jump in leaf piles\, 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.
URL:https://www.hitchcockcenter.org/event/nature-play-afterschool-206/2023-11-30/
CATEGORIES:Ages 5–8 or Grades K–3
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20231129T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20231129T200000
DTSTAMP:20260404T111415
CREATED:20230822T195030Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230824T194716Z
UID:10003557-1701284400-1701288000@www.hitchcockcenter.org
SUMMARY:Climate Action Series: Low Impact Landscapes
DESCRIPTION:How to Design Low Maintenance and Low Impact Landscapes that Enhance the Ecology of Place\nwith Owen Wormser\nWednesday\, November 29th at 7:00 PM\nVirtual workshop\nRegistration required\, donations appreciated. \n \nLearn how to create beautiful\, low-maintenance\, low impact\,  native landscapes.  Using techniques based on the observation of the natural world and emulation of existing plant communities\, landscape designer and author Owen Wormser offers key techniques for creating beneficial\, easy to care for landscapes that support wildlife and enhance habitat. Students will discover important functional and aesthetic qualities offered by native species that are the building blocks for sustainable landscapes.  A handful of participants will be chosen to share their land and gardens in the form of photographs and plans that will be used as examples for discussion. Registration required\, donations appreciated.  \nREGISTER FOR THIS WORKSHOP
URL:https://www.hitchcockcenter.org/event/climate-action-series-low-impact-landscapes/
CATEGORIES:Adult Programs
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20231129T153000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20231129T173000
DTSTAMP:20260404T111415
CREATED:20230531T200617Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230531T200617Z
UID:10003495-1701271800-1701279000@www.hitchcockcenter.org
SUMMARY:Nature Play Afterschool
DESCRIPTION:NATURE PLAY AFTERSCHOOL\n \nWith Jeff Mazur\nAges 8-11 or Grades 3-5\nWednesdays\, 3:30-5:30\nSeptember 6  – December 20 (no program November 22)\nTier A:$453 | Tier B:$378 | Tier C:$321 | Tier D:$245\nLimited to 12 participants \nHitchcock’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 Fall Nature Play we will explore wooded trails and fields\, jump in leaf piles\, 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.
URL:https://www.hitchcockcenter.org/event/nature-play-afterschool-205/2023-11-29/
CATEGORIES:Ages 5–8 or Grades K–3
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20231129T153000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20231129T173000
DTSTAMP:20260404T111415
CREATED:20230531T200412Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230531T200412Z
UID:10003480-1701271800-1701279000@www.hitchcockcenter.org
SUMMARY:Junior Nature Play Afterschool
DESCRIPTION:JUNIOR NATURE PLAY AFTERSCHOOL\n \nWith Lauren Dausch\nAges 5-7 or Grades K-2\nWednesdays\, 3:30pm-5:30pm\nSeptember 6 – December 20  (no program November 22)\nTier A:$453 Tier B:$378 Tier C:$321 Tier D:$245\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 Fall Junior Nature Play we will explore wooded trails and fields\, play pretend in our mud kitchen\, and make leaf crowns.  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-15/2023-11-29/
CATEGORIES:Ages 5–8 or Grades K–3
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20231128T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20231128T140000
DTSTAMP:20260404T111415
CREATED:20230531T194645Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230531T194645Z
UID:10003442-1701165600-1701180000@www.hitchcockcenter.org
SUMMARY:Homeschool II: Outdoor Skills and Exploration
DESCRIPTION:Homeschool II: Outdoor Skills and Exploration \nWith Jeff Mazur\nGrades 4-6\, Ages 9-12\nTuesdays 10:00am – 2:00 pm\nSeptember 12 -December 5  (No program September 26\, November 21\, and December 12 for Discovery Days and November 7th for Curriculum Day)\nTier A:$781 Tier B:$651 Tier C:$553 Tier D:$423\nLimited to 12 participants (if over enrolled\, we may open a second class on Thursdays) \nJoin us as we explore the woods of Hampshire College Campus and other beautiful areas in and around Amherst.  During this series\, we will build our wilderness skills and overcome challenges together. As we enter into our own survival story\, we will need to develop skills to help us to survive\, such as\,  orienteering\, fire building\, shelter making\, plant identification\, tracking\, and more! This class will also have time built in for free play\, journal time to reflect on our experiences and organized games. For this class there may be drop off and pick up locations at the Hitchcock Center\, or within a 20 minute drive from the Center.
URL:https://www.hitchcockcenter.org/event/homeschool-ii-outdoor-skills-and-exploration/2023-11-28/
CATEGORIES:Ages 9–11 or Grades 4–6
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20231128T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20231128T140000
DTSTAMP:20260404T111415
CREATED:20230531T194445Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230531T194744Z
UID:10003432-1701165600-1701180000@www.hitchcockcenter.org
SUMMARY:Homeschool I: Magnificent Mammals
DESCRIPTION:Homeschool I: Magnificent Mammals \nWith Lauren Dausch\nGrades 1-3\, Ages 6-8\nTuesdays 10:00am -2:00 pm\nSeptember 12 -December 5 (No program September 26\, November 21\, and December 12 for Discovery Days and November 7th for Curriculum Day)\nTier A:$781 Tier B:$651 Tier C:$553 Tier D:$423\nLimited to 12 participants  \nWhat are mammals and why are they unique? Are all mammal life cycles the same? What roles do different mammals play in our local ecosystems? This fall we will study a variety of local mammals and learn about their behavior. Together we’ll interact with the land around us as we utilize outdoor play\, hands-on activities\, journaling\, songs\, and more to enhance our understanding and knowledge of our incredible local mammal friends!
URL:https://www.hitchcockcenter.org/event/homeschool-i-magnificent-mammals/2023-11-28/
CATEGORIES:Ages 5–8 or Grades K–3
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20231127T153000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20231127T173000
DTSTAMP:20260404T111415
CREATED:20230531T200256Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230531T200256Z
UID:10003465-1701099000-1701106200@www.hitchcockcenter.org
SUMMARY:Wild Children of the Woods
DESCRIPTION:WILD CHILDREN OF THE WOODS SERIES \nWith Monya Relles\nAges 8-11 or Grades 3-5\nMondays\, 3:30-5:30pm\nSeptember 11 – December 18 (no program September 25 and October 9)\nTier A:$393 Tier B:$327 Tier C:$278 Tier D:$213\nLimited to 12 participants \nWe go to the woods to think\, learn\, play\, and explore in this afterschool series for upper-elementary schoolers. We will roam the grounds of the Hitchcock Center as we watch Fall turn to Winter. We will visit stump city\, ferns\, and the far-away woods\, play some organized games\, and learn about the animals\, plants\, and life in these woods\, including ourselves.
URL:https://www.hitchcockcenter.org/event/wild-children-of-the-woods-34/2023-11-27/
CATEGORIES:Ages 5–8/Grades K–3 or Ages 9–11/Grades 4–6
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