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SUMMARY:Discovery Day: We All Depend On Trees
DESCRIPTION:We All Depend On Trees \nWith Jeff Mazur\nJanuary 25\, 2022\nAges 6-12 or grades 1st – 6th\nTier A:$76 Tier B:$61 Tier C:$46 Tier D:$30\nLimited to 12 participants \n  \nTrees are all around us\, but what do we actually know about them? Join us as we meet some trees\, and find out what they offer to us and what we can learn from them.
URL:https://www.hitchcockcenter.org/event/discovery-day-we-all-depend-on-trees-2/
CATEGORIES:Ages 5–8/Grades K–3 or Ages 9–11/Grades 4–6
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220125T153000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220125T173000
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LAST-MODIFIED:20211118T155907Z
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SUMMARY:Art & Games in the Forest After School Series WINTER
DESCRIPTION:The Winter session of Art in the Forest will have two focuses; art and games! On the calmer\, gentler days of Winter we will explore our own imagination and expression with activities that include ice sculptures\, snow painting\, and making snow candles. On the harsher Winter days when we need movement to keep our bodies warm\, we’ll play games\, make snow forts\, and build community. Either way\, each day we’ll be surrounded by the undeniable beauty of the outdoors\, we’ll develop awareness of the details in the natural world and work on our social skills as a group. \nwith Aemelia Thompson\nAges 8-11 or Grades 3-5\nTuesdays\, 3:30-5:30\nJanuary 11 – March 15 (no program February 22)\nTier A: $271 Tier B: $217 Tier C: $163 Tier D: $109
URL:https://www.hitchcockcenter.org/event/art-games-in-the-forest-after-school-series-winter-3/
CATEGORIES:Ages 5–8/Grades K–3 or Ages 9–11/Grades 4–6
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220125T153000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220125T173000
DTSTAMP:20260404T122955
CREATED:20211118T163948Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20211118T163948Z
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SUMMARY:Nature Play Afterschool Series WINTER
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. In Winter Nature Play After School we will explore snowy wooded trails and fields\, make snow villages\, and sled down the HCE hill. Our instructors provide a safe setting for children to explore nature and encourage children to stretch their limits. \nWith Monya Relles\nTuesdays\, 3:30-5:30\nJanuary 11 – March 15 (no program February 22)\nTier A:$271 | Tier B:$217 | Tier C:$163 | Tier D:$109\nLimited to 12 participants
URL:https://www.hitchcockcenter.org/event/nature-play-afterschool-series-winter-10/
CATEGORIES:Ages 5–8 or Grades K–3
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220126T153000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220126T173000
DTSTAMP:20260404T122955
CREATED:20211118T165503Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20211118T165503Z
UID:10002643-1643211000-1643218200@www.hitchcockcenter.org
SUMMARY:Nature Play Afterschool Series WINTER
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. In Winter Nature Play After School we will explore snowy wooded trails and fields\, make snow villages\, and sled down the HCE hill. Our instructors provide a safe setting for children to explore nature and encourage children to stretch their limits. \nWith Jeff Mazur\nWednesdays\, 3:30-5:30\nJanuary 12 – March 16 \nExtended Days on February 16 & March 9 (no program on February 23)\nFee per Child: Tier A-$322 | Tier B-$257 | Tier C-$193  | Tier D-$123\nLimited to 12 participants
URL:https://www.hitchcockcenter.org/event/nature-play-afterschool-series-winter-19/
CATEGORIES:Ages 5–8 or Grades K–3
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220126T153000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220126T173000
DTSTAMP:20260404T122955
CREATED:20211118T180116Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20211118T180116Z
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SUMMARY:Junior Nature Play Afterschool Series WINTER
DESCRIPTION:Hitchcock’s Junior Nature Play Afterschool Program is designed to let kids be kids. Together we will run\, jump\, climb\, invent\, imagine\, play and be free-range kids all while developing self-confidence and learning valuable social skills. During Winter Junior Nature Play we will explore snowy wooded trails and fields\, make snow villages\, and sled down the HCE hill!  Our instructors provide a safe setting for children to explore nature and encourage children to stretch their limits.  \nwith Aemelia Thompson\nAges 5-7 or Grades K-1\nWednesdays\, 3:30pm-5:30pm\nJanuary 12 – March 16 (no program February 23)\nExtended Days on February 16 & March 9\nFee per Child: Tier A-$330 | Tier B-$264 | Tier C-$198  | Tier D-$132\nLimited to 10 participants
URL:https://www.hitchcockcenter.org/event/junior-nature-play-afterschool-series-winter-3/
CATEGORIES:Ages 5–8 or Grades K–3
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220127T153000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220127T173000
DTSTAMP:20260404T122955
CREATED:20211117T195434Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20211117T195943Z
UID:10002537-1643297400-1643304600@www.hitchcockcenter.org
SUMMARY:Girls into the Wild Winter(Katie)
DESCRIPTION:Join us in winter 2022 for more romping wildly through the field and forests of the Hitchcock Center. 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! Any young people with an experience of gender marginalization are welcome!  \n  \nwith Katie KoertenAges 8–11 or Grades 3–5\nThursdays\, 3:30-5:30pm\nJanuary 13 – March 17 (no program February 24)\nFee per Child: Tier A-$271 | Tier B-$217| Tier C-$163  | Tier D-$109
URL:https://www.hitchcockcenter.org/event/girls-into-the-wild-winterkatie/
CATEGORIES:Ages 5–8/Grades K–3 or Ages 9–11/Grades 4–6
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220128T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220128T113000
DTSTAMP:20260404T122955
CREATED:20211118T192742Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20211118T192742Z
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SUMMARY:Nature Discovery Winter Preschool Days
DESCRIPTION:With Colleen Kelley and Helen Ann Sephton\nAges 3-5 (Adult required to attend with child)\n10:00am-11:30 am (Please note the later start time!) \n  \nCelebrate the outdoors in winter with your preschooler! Colleen and Helen Ann will teach these three winter programs. Sign up for one\, two or all three programs. Come prepared for winter outdoor exploration! Limited to 7 families per day. Non-refundable within a week of the program\, all refunds incur a 10% administrative fee. \nFriday\, January 28: How Animals Live in Winter \n  \nFee per child per day: Tier A-$32 per day | Tier B-$26 per day | Tier C-$19 per day | Tier D- $13\nLimited to 7 families. Limit of 2 children per adult.
URL:https://www.hitchcockcenter.org/event/nature-discovery-winter-preschool-days/
CATEGORIES:Ages 3–5 or Grade Pre-K
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220129T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220129T220000
DTSTAMP:20260404T122955
CREATED:20220113T165619Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220113T165619Z
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SUMMARY:Owl Prowl
DESCRIPTION:Owl Prowls\nwith Dan Ziomek  \nSaturday\, January 29th or \nFriday\, February 11th (cancellation date of Saturday\, February 12) \n7:30pm – 10pm  \nHave you been hearing the Great Horned Owls at dusk and dawn?  They are hooting.  Join valley birder Dan Ziomek for this extra special treat of searching for owls on winter nights!  Dress super duper warmly.  For ages 12 and up.  Space is limited.   Cost $25. \nREGISTER HERE
URL:https://www.hitchcockcenter.org/event/owl-prowl-4/
LOCATION:Hitchcock Center for the Environment\, 845 West Street\, Amherst\, MA\, 01002
CATEGORIES:Adult Programs
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220131T153000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220131T173000
DTSTAMP:20260404T122955
CREATED:20211118T153431Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20211118T153431Z
UID:10002588-1643643000-1643650200@www.hitchcockcenter.org
SUMMARY:Wild Children of the Woods Winter
DESCRIPTION:We 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 the seasons change our beautiful woods. 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. \nWith Monya Relles\nAges 8-11 or Grades 3-5\nMondays 3:30-5:30 \nJanuary 10 – March 14 (no class January 17 or February 21)\nTier A:$245 Tier B:$196 Tier C:$147 Tier D:$98\nLimited to 12 participants
URL:https://www.hitchcockcenter.org/event/wild-children-of-the-woods-winter-3/
CATEGORIES:Ages 5–8/Grades K–3 or Ages 9–11/Grades 4–6
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220131T153000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220131T173000
DTSTAMP:20260404T122955
CREATED:20211118T162926Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20211118T162926Z
UID:10002626-1643643000-1643650200@www.hitchcockcenter.org
SUMMARY:Nature Play Afterschool Series WINTER
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. In Winter Nature Play After School we will explore snowy wooded trails and fields\, make snow villages\, and sled down the HCE hill. Our instructors provide a safe setting for children to explore nature and encourage children to stretch their limits. \nwith Aemelia Thompson\nAges 6-9 or grades 1-3\nMondays\, 3:30-5:30pm\nJanuary 10 – March 14 (no program January 17 or February 21)\nFee per Child: Tier A-$245 | Tier B-$196 | Tier C-$147  | Tier D-$98\nLimited to 12 participants
URL:https://www.hitchcockcenter.org/event/nature-play-afterschool-series-winter-3/
CATEGORIES:Ages 5–8 or Grades K–3
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220201T153000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220201T173000
DTSTAMP:20260404T122955
CREATED:20211118T160007Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20211118T160007Z
UID:10002607-1643729400-1643736600@www.hitchcockcenter.org
SUMMARY:Art & Games in the Forest After School Series WINTER
DESCRIPTION:The Winter session of Art in the Forest will have two focuses; art and games! On the calmer\, gentler days of Winter we will explore our own imagination and expression with activities that include ice sculptures\, snow painting\, and making snow candles. On the harsher Winter days when we need movement to keep our bodies warm\, we’ll play games\, make snow forts\, and build community. Either way\, each day we’ll be surrounded by the undeniable beauty of the outdoors\, we’ll develop awareness of the details in the natural world and work on our social skills as a group. \nwith Aemelia Thompson\nAges 8-11 or Grades 3-5\nTuesdays\, 3:30-5:30\nJanuary 11 – March 15 (no program February 22)\nTier A: $271 Tier B: $217 Tier C: $163 Tier D: $109
URL:https://www.hitchcockcenter.org/event/art-games-in-the-forest-after-school-series-winter-4/
CATEGORIES:Ages 5–8/Grades K–3 or Ages 9–11/Grades 4–6
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220201T153000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220201T173000
DTSTAMP:20260404T122955
CREATED:20211118T164234Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20211118T164234Z
UID:10002635-1643729400-1643736600@www.hitchcockcenter.org
SUMMARY:Nature Play Afterschool Series WINTER
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. In Winter Nature Play After School we will explore snowy wooded trails and fields\, make snow villages\, and sled down the HCE hill. Our instructors provide a safe setting for children to explore nature and encourage children to stretch their limits. \nWith Monya Relles\nTuesdays\, 3:30-5:30\nJanuary 11 – March 15 (no program February 22)\nTier A:$271 | Tier B:$217 | Tier C:$163 | Tier D:$109\nLimited to 12 participants
URL:https://www.hitchcockcenter.org/event/nature-play-afterschool-series-winter-11/
CATEGORIES:Ages 5–8 or Grades K–3
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220202T153000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220202T173000
DTSTAMP:20260404T122955
CREATED:20211118T165603Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20211118T165603Z
UID:10002644-1643815800-1643823000@www.hitchcockcenter.org
SUMMARY:Nature Play Afterschool Series WINTER
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. In Winter Nature Play After School we will explore snowy wooded trails and fields\, make snow villages\, and sled down the HCE hill. Our instructors provide a safe setting for children to explore nature and encourage children to stretch their limits. \nWith Jeff Mazur\nWednesdays\, 3:30-5:30\nJanuary 12 – March 16 \nExtended Days on February 16 & March 9 (no program on February 23)\nFee per Child: Tier A-$322 | Tier B-$257 | Tier C-$193  | Tier D-$123\nLimited to 12 participants
URL:https://www.hitchcockcenter.org/event/nature-play-afterschool-series-winter-20/
CATEGORIES:Ages 5–8 or Grades K–3
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220202T153000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220202T173000
DTSTAMP:20260404T122955
CREATED:20211118T180329Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20211118T180329Z
UID:10002685-1643815800-1643823000@www.hitchcockcenter.org
SUMMARY:Junior Nature Play Afterschool Series WINTER
DESCRIPTION:Hitchcock’s Junior Nature Play Afterschool Program is designed to let kids be kids. Together we will run\, jump\, climb\, invent\, imagine\, play and be free-range kids all while developing self-confidence and learning valuable social skills. During Winter Junior Nature Play we will explore snowy wooded trails and fields\, make snow villages\, and sled down the HCE hill!  Our instructors provide a safe setting for children to explore nature and encourage children to stretch their limits.  \nwith Aemelia Thompson\nAges 5-7 or Grades K-1\nWednesdays\, 3:30pm-5:30pm\nJanuary 12 – March 16 (no program February 23)\nExtended Days on February 16 & March 9\nFee per Child: Tier A-$330 | Tier B-$264 | Tier C-$198  | Tier D-$132\nLimited to 10 participants
URL:https://www.hitchcockcenter.org/event/junior-nature-play-afterschool-series-winter-4/
CATEGORIES:Ages 5–8 or Grades K–3
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220203T153000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220203T173000
DTSTAMP:20260404T122955
CREATED:20211117T195613Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20211117T195813Z
UID:10002538-1643902200-1643909400@www.hitchcockcenter.org
SUMMARY:Girls into the Wild Winter(Katie)
DESCRIPTION:Join us in winter 2022 for more romping wildly through the field and forests of the Hitchcock Center. 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! Any young people with an experience of gender marginalization are welcome!  \n  \nwith Katie KoertenAges 8–11 or Grades 3–5\nThursdays\, 3:30-5:30pm\nJanuary 13 – March 17 (no program February 24)\nFee per Child: Tier A-$271 | Tier B-$217| Tier C-$163  | Tier D-$109
URL:https://www.hitchcockcenter.org/event/girls-into-the-wild-winterkatie-2/
CATEGORIES:Ages 5–8/Grades K–3 or Ages 9–11/Grades 4–6
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220204T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220204T113000
DTSTAMP:20260404T122955
CREATED:20211118T192929Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20211118T192929Z
UID:10002715-1643968800-1643974200@www.hitchcockcenter.org
SUMMARY:Nature Discovery Winter Preschool Days
DESCRIPTION:With Colleen Kelley and Helen Ann Sephton\nAges 3-5 (Adult required to attend with child)\n10:00am-11:30 am (Please note the later start time!) \n  \nCelebrate the outdoors in winter with your preschooler! Colleen and Helen Ann will teach these three winter programs. Sign up for one\, two or all three programs. Come prepared for winter outdoor exploration! Limited to 7 families per day. Non-refundable within a week of the program\, all refunds incur a 10% administrative fee. \nFriday\, February 4: Signs of Animals and Tracking \n  \nFee per child per day: Tier A-$32 per day | Tier B-$26 per day | Tier C-$19 per day | Tier D- $13\nLimited to 7 families. Limit of 2 children per adult.
URL:https://www.hitchcockcenter.org/event/nature-discovery-winter-preschool-days-2/
CATEGORIES:Ages 3–5 or Grade Pre-K
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220207T153000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220207T173000
DTSTAMP:20260404T122955
CREATED:20211118T153531Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20211118T153531Z
UID:10002589-1644247800-1644255000@www.hitchcockcenter.org
SUMMARY:Wild Children of the Woods Winter
DESCRIPTION:We 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 the seasons change our beautiful woods. 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. \nWith Monya Relles\nAges 8-11 or Grades 3-5\nMondays 3:30-5:30 \nJanuary 10 – March 14 (no class January 17 or February 21)\nTier A:$245 Tier B:$196 Tier C:$147 Tier D:$98\nLimited to 12 participants
URL:https://www.hitchcockcenter.org/event/wild-children-of-the-woods-winter-4/
CATEGORIES:Ages 5–8/Grades K–3 or Ages 9–11/Grades 4–6
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220207T153000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220207T173000
DTSTAMP:20260404T122955
CREATED:20211118T163036Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20211118T163036Z
UID:10002627-1644247800-1644255000@www.hitchcockcenter.org
SUMMARY:Nature Play Afterschool Series WINTER
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. In Winter Nature Play After School we will explore snowy wooded trails and fields\, make snow villages\, and sled down the HCE hill. Our instructors provide a safe setting for children to explore nature and encourage children to stretch their limits. \nwith Aemelia Thompson\nAges 6-9 or grades 1-3\nMondays\, 3:30-5:30pm\nJanuary 10 – March 14 (no program January 17 or February 21)\nFee per Child: Tier A-$245 | Tier B-$196 | Tier C-$147  | Tier D-$98\nLimited to 12 participants
URL:https://www.hitchcockcenter.org/event/nature-play-afterschool-series-winter-4/
CATEGORIES:Ages 5–8 or Grades K–3
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220208T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220208T140000
DTSTAMP:20260404T122955
CREATED:20211118T210230Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20211118T210506Z
UID:10002745-1644314400-1644328800@www.hitchcockcenter.org
SUMMARY:Discovery Day: Animal Detectives: Uncovering Animal Tracks & Signs
DESCRIPTION:Animal Detectives: Uncovering Animal Tracks & Signs \nWith Jeff Mazur\nFebruary 8\, 2022\nAges 6-12 or grades 1st – 6th\nTier A:$76 Tier B:$61 Tier C:$46 Tier D:$30\nLimited to 12 participants \n  \nToday you will become an animal detective! Together we’ll identify tracks\, read signs\, and study scat as we learn what these fascinating clues can tell us about the animals in our own backyards!
URL:https://www.hitchcockcenter.org/event/discovery-day-animal-detectives-uncovering-animal-tracks-signs/
CATEGORIES:Ages 5–8/Grades K–3 or Ages 9–11/Grades 4–6
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220208T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220208T173000
DTSTAMP:20260404T122955
CREATED:20211118T164713Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20211118T164713Z
UID:10002636-1644332400-1644341400@www.hitchcockcenter.org
SUMMARY:Nature Play Afterschool Series WINTER
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. In Winter Nature Play After School we will explore snowy wooded trails and fields\, make snow villages\, and sled down the HCE hill. Our instructors provide a safe setting for children to explore nature and encourage children to stretch their limits. \nWith Monya Relles\nTuesdays\, 3:30-5:30\nJanuary 11 – March 15 (no program February 22)\nTier A:$271 | Tier B:$217 | Tier C:$163 | Tier D:$109\nLimited to 12 participants
URL:https://www.hitchcockcenter.org/event/nature-play-afterschool-series-winter-12/
CATEGORIES:Ages 5–8 or Grades K–3
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220208T153000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220208T173000
DTSTAMP:20260404T122955
CREATED:20211118T160107Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20211118T160107Z
UID:10002608-1644334200-1644341400@www.hitchcockcenter.org
SUMMARY:Art & Games in the Forest After School Series WINTER
DESCRIPTION:The Winter session of Art in the Forest will have two focuses; art and games! On the calmer\, gentler days of Winter we will explore our own imagination and expression with activities that include ice sculptures\, snow painting\, and making snow candles. On the harsher Winter days when we need movement to keep our bodies warm\, we’ll play games\, make snow forts\, and build community. Either way\, each day we’ll be surrounded by the undeniable beauty of the outdoors\, we’ll develop awareness of the details in the natural world and work on our social skills as a group. \nwith Aemelia Thompson\nAges 8-11 or Grades 3-5\nTuesdays\, 3:30-5:30\nJanuary 11 – March 15 (no program February 22)\nTier A: $271 Tier B: $217 Tier C: $163 Tier D: $109
URL:https://www.hitchcockcenter.org/event/art-games-in-the-forest-after-school-series-winter-5/
CATEGORIES:Ages 5–8/Grades K–3 or Ages 9–11/Grades 4–6
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220209T153000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220209T173000
DTSTAMP:20260404T122955
CREATED:20211118T165722Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20211118T165722Z
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SUMMARY:Nature Play Afterschool Series WINTER
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. In Winter Nature Play After School we will explore snowy wooded trails and fields\, make snow villages\, and sled down the HCE hill. Our instructors provide a safe setting for children to explore nature and encourage children to stretch their limits. \nWith Jeff Mazur\nWednesdays\, 3:30-5:30\nJanuary 12 – March 16 \nExtended Days on February 16 & March 9 (no program on February 23)\nFee per Child: Tier A-$322 | Tier B-$257 | Tier C-$193  | Tier D-$123\nLimited to 12 participants
URL:https://www.hitchcockcenter.org/event/nature-play-afterschool-series-winter-21/
CATEGORIES:Ages 5–8 or Grades K–3
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220209T153000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220209T173000
DTSTAMP:20260404T122955
CREATED:20211118T180609Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20211118T180609Z
UID:10002686-1644420600-1644427800@www.hitchcockcenter.org
SUMMARY:Junior Nature Play Afterschool Series WINTER
DESCRIPTION:Hitchcock’s Junior Nature Play Afterschool Program is designed to let kids be kids. Together we will run\, jump\, climb\, invent\, imagine\, play and be free-range kids all while developing self-confidence and learning valuable social skills. During Winter Junior Nature Play we will explore snowy wooded trails and fields\, make snow villages\, and sled down the HCE hill!  Our instructors provide a safe setting for children to explore nature and encourage children to stretch their limits.  \nwith Aemelia Thompson\nAges 5-7 or Grades K-1\nWednesdays\, 3:30pm-5:30pm\nJanuary 12 – March 16 (no program February 23)\nExtended Days on February 16 & March 9\nFee per Child: Tier A-$330 | Tier B-$264 | Tier C-$198  | Tier D-$132\nLimited to 10 participants
URL:https://www.hitchcockcenter.org/event/junior-nature-play-afterschool-series-winter-5/
CATEGORIES:Ages 5–8 or Grades K–3
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220210T153000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220210T173000
DTSTAMP:20260404T122955
CREATED:20211117T195709Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20211117T195709Z
UID:10002539-1644507000-1644514200@www.hitchcockcenter.org
SUMMARY:Girls into the Wild Winter(Katie)
DESCRIPTION:Join us in winter 2022 for more romping wildly through the field and forests of the Hitchcock Center. 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! Any young people with an experience of gender marginalization are welcome!  \n  \nwith Katie KoertenAges 8–11 or Grades 3–5\nThursdays\, 3:30-5:30pm\nJanuary 13 – March 17 (no program February 24)\nFee per Child: Tier A-$271 | Tier B-$217| Tier C-$163  | Tier D-$109
URL:https://www.hitchcockcenter.org/event/girls-into-the-wild-winterkatie-3/
CATEGORIES:Ages 5–8/Grades K–3 or Ages 9–11/Grades 4–6
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220211T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220211T113000
DTSTAMP:20260404T122955
CREATED:20211118T193142Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20211118T193142Z
UID:10002716-1644573600-1644579000@www.hitchcockcenter.org
SUMMARY:Nature Discovery Winter Preschool Days
DESCRIPTION:With Colleen Kelley and Helen Ann Sephton\nAges 3-5 (Adult required to attend with child)\n10:00am-11:30 am (Please note the later start time!) \n  \nCelebrate the outdoors in winter with your preschooler! Colleen and Helen Ann will teach these three winter programs. Sign up for one\, two or all three programs. Come prepared for winter outdoor exploration! Limited to 7 families per day. Non-refundable within a week of the program\, all refunds incur a 10% administrative fee. \nFriday\, February 11: Slip\, Slide – Ice and Snow! \n  \nFee per child per day: Tier A-$32 per day | Tier B-$26 per day | Tier C-$19 per day | Tier D- $13\nLimited to 7 families. Limit of 2 children per adult.
URL:https://www.hitchcockcenter.org/event/nature-discovery-winter-preschool-days-3/
CATEGORIES:Ages 3–5 or Grade Pre-K
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220211T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220211T220000
DTSTAMP:20260404T122955
CREATED:20220113T165900Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220113T165900Z
UID:10002753-1644607800-1644616800@www.hitchcockcenter.org
SUMMARY:Owl Prowl
DESCRIPTION:Owl Prowls\nwith Dan Ziomek  \nSaturday\, January 29th or \nFriday\, February 11th (cancellation date of Saturday\, February 12) \n7:30pm – 10pm  \nHave you been hearing the Great Horned Owls at dusk and dawn?  They are hooting.  Join valley birder Dan Ziomek for this extra special treat of searching for owls on winter nights!  Dress super duper warmly.  For ages 12 and up.  Space is limited.   Cost $25. \nREGISTER HERE
URL:https://www.hitchcockcenter.org/event/owl-prowl-5/
LOCATION:Hitchcock Center for the Environment\, 845 West Street\, Amherst\, MA\, 01002
CATEGORIES:Adult Programs
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220212T050000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220212T170000
DTSTAMP:20260404T122955
CREATED:20220113T170843Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220113T170909Z
UID:10002756-1644642000-1644685200@www.hitchcockcenter.org
SUMMARY:Winter/Spring Birding Course - Field Trip
DESCRIPTION:Winter/Spring Birding Course \n \nwith Scott Surner \nJoin birder extraordinaire and veteran bird course instruction for this bigger and better than ever late winter/spring birding course.  This course is all field trips\,  in all sorts of habitats with all kinds of birds!  Course is limited to 12 participants and will be outdoor only for COVID Safety. Participants must be vaccinated and willing to carpool. Sliding Scale Pricing – Tier A- $550  Tier B- $500  Tier C- $450  Tier D- $400.   \nREGISTER HERE \n*Registration opens on Tuesday\, January 18 at 9am \nFIELD TRIPS:  \n\nFebruary 12 – 5AM-Dusk.  Cape Ann or Plum Island- Coastal Specialties – Scaups\, Common Eider\, Harlequin Duck\, Surf\, Black and White-winged Scoters\, Common Goldeneye\, Buffleheads\, and Red-breasted Mergansers. Purple Sandpipers\, Iceland Gull\, Glaucous Razorbill\, Black Guillemot\, and perhaps a Snowy Owl.\nFebruary 19 –7AM-12PM. Local – Amherst-Hadley. Winter birds- Hawks\, Horned Larks and maybe Lapland Longspur or Snow Buntings. American Tree Sparrows.\n\n\nFebruary 26 –7AM-12PM. Local –  Amherst/Hadley Region. Early waterfowl.\n\n\nMarch 5 – 7AM-12PM. Local  Waterfowl. By this time waterfowl will be returning to the Valley. We’ll take a look at several vantage points along the Connecticut.\n\n\nMarch 19 – 7AM-12PM. Local  Waterfowl migration is in full swing. We’ll hit areas in Hadley\, Hatfield and Turner’s Falls.\n\n\nMarch 26 – 5AM- All Day. Moose Bog\, VT. This trip is very weather dependent. Northern Specialties- possibilities include\, Spruce Grouse\, Black-backed Woodpecker\, Canada Jay\, Boreal Chickadee and perhaps some winter finches\, Crossbills\, Siskins.\n\n\nApril 2 – 7AM-12PM. Local Local 7:00AM-12:00 Waterfowl and early migrants.\n\n\nApril 9 – 7AM-12PM. Local  TBD\n\n\nApril 16 – 7AM-12PM. Ludlow– Looking for Upland Sandpipers at Westover AFB.\n\n\nApril 23rd– 7AM-12PM Fannie Stebbins Refuge\, Longmeadow. Early Warblers\, (Palm\, Yellow-rumped\, Pine\, Yellow and maybe Northern Waterthrush)\n\n\nApril 30 – 5AM-Dusk. Plum Island.  Waterfowl\, Egrets\, Shorebirds and maybe a lingering Snowy Owl?\n\n\nMay 7 – 7AM-12PM. Local.  Warbler migration starting to ramp up. We’ll visit local areas in Amherst.\n\n\nMay 21 – 6:30AM-12PM. Mt.Holyoke We’ll hike up the main road to the Summit House. Nesting Cerulean and Worm-eating Warblers will be our goal.\n\n\nMay 28th– 5:30AM-12PM.  Southwick WMA. We visited this area for the first-time last spring. Nesting Grasshopper Sparrows\, Field Sparrows\, Prairie Warblers\, Eastern Meadowlarks and much more.\n\n\nOvernight Trip – June 10-12– Ct. Lakes\, Pittsburg\, NH?  To be discussed by class.
URL:https://www.hitchcockcenter.org/event/winter-spring-birding-course/
LOCATION:Hitchcock Center for the Environment\, 845 West Street\, Amherst\, MA\, 01002
CATEGORIES:Adult Programs
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220212T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220212T230000
DTSTAMP:20260404T122955
CREATED:20211118T204414Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20211118T204414Z
UID:10002738-1644660000-1644706800@www.hitchcockcenter.org
SUMMARY:Second Saturday Family Science
DESCRIPTION:Join 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. \nJanuary 8th\, February 12th\, March 12th\, April 9th\, May 7th*\, and June 11th\nSuggested Donation: $5–$30 per family \n-For Saturday Sciences in January-March we will be learning while moving\, often exploring the woods behind our building- \n*The Saturday Science on May 7th has been moved to the first Saturday of May due to space availability. \nwith Aemelia Thompson\nAges 5–7 or Grades  K–1\nSaturdays\, 10–11am \nFebruary 12th: 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 looking at what they leave behind? \n 
URL:https://www.hitchcockcenter.org/event/second-saturday-family-science-2/
CATEGORIES:Family Programs
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220212T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220212T163000
DTSTAMP:20260404T122955
CREATED:20220113T170333Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220113T221523Z
UID:10002754-1644674400-1644683400@www.hitchcockcenter.org
SUMMARY:Winter Forest Bathing at the Hitchcock Center
DESCRIPTION:Winter Forest Bathing at the Hitchcock Center \nWith Todd Lynch\nSaturday\, February 12\, 2pm – 4:30pm \nand/or Saturday\, March 19\, 2pm – 4:30pm\n$25 per class\nREGISTER HERE \nCome experience a guided Forest therapy walk with Todd Lynch\, certified ANFT guide. Forest and Nature Therapy offers us the opportunity to slow down. It re-aligns our rhythms with the landscape\, allowing our senses a respite from everyday demands and uncertainties. It’s a chance to remember our connections to nature and the joyful relationships that await us outside. This guided experience is not a hike or naturalist adventure\, but an opportunity to slow down and allow our bodies to engage all of our senses. Please note that this is not “therapy” as commonly denoted in our culture\, but an offering of a therapeutic way to be in nature. Guides are not trained clinicians; they hold the space to let the forest be the “therapist”. \nWhat to Expect: \nA leisurely walk of about a mile with stops along the way where we will gather and sit. We’ll all wear our masks when we gather together and the walk will be planned in a way to promote safe physical distancing of 6 feet or more between participants. \nWe will focus on our senses to develop an immediate connection with the forest. This is a very relaxed\, slow\, and mindful way of walking. The walk should last about 2-2.5 hours and we will finish with a gathering circle where we can share about our experiences..
URL:https://www.hitchcockcenter.org/event/winter-forest-bathing-at-the-hitchcock-center/
LOCATION:Hitchcock Center for the Environment\, 845 West Street\, Amherst\, MA\, 01002
CATEGORIES:Adult Programs
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220214T153000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220214T173000
DTSTAMP:20260404T122955
CREATED:20211118T153616Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20211118T153730Z
UID:10002590-1644852600-1644859800@www.hitchcockcenter.org
SUMMARY:Wild Children of the Woods Winter
DESCRIPTION:We 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 the seasons change our beautiful woods. 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. \nWith Monya Relles\nAges 8-11 or Grades 3-5\nMondays 3:30-5:30 \nJanuary 10 – March 14 (no class January 17 or February 21)\nTier A:$245 Tier B:$196 Tier C:$147 Tier D:$98\nLimited to 12 participants
URL:https://www.hitchcockcenter.org/event/wild-children-of-the-woods-winter-5/
CATEGORIES:Ages 5–8/Grades K–3 or Ages 9–11/Grades 4–6
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