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SUMMARY:Homeschool Discovery Day: Composting with Worms
DESCRIPTION:Do you love science and nature? Do you want to see what the Hitchcock Homeschool program is all about? Sign up for our Discovery Days\, our one-time programs about science and nature. In a mixed-age setting\, we explore cool topics at the Hitchcock Center\, meet science experts\, and sometimes go on field trips. Our Discovery Day programs are appropriate for everyone from first time to veteran homeschoolers\, and we welcome almost-6 year olds who are interested in joining our class in the spring. This is designed as a drop-off program. Limited to 12 participants per program. \nApril 2: Composting with Worms with Jeff Mazur\nHow do you make your garden grow? With compost\, of course! We will get to meet some worms and their composting compatriots both in the classroom and in the wild. We will also make our own mini worm bins to take home! \nTuesdays 10am-2pm\nJanuary 15\, 29\, February 5\, March 5\, April 2\, May 7\, June 11\nMembers: $45 per program/Non-members: $55 per program\nAges 6-12
URL:https://www.hitchcockcenter.org/event/homeschool-discovery-day-composting-with-worms/
LOCATION:Hitchcock Center for the Environment\, 845 West Street\, Amherst\, MA\, 01002
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20190401T153000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20190401T173000
DTSTAMP:20260404T070236
CREATED:20181201T150657Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20181201T150657Z
UID:10001262-1554132600-1554139800@www.hitchcockcenter.org
SUMMARY:Nature Play Afterschool
DESCRIPTION:Just because it’s cold outside\, doesn’t mean your kids need to stay inside to play. Have them join Hitchcock’s Nature Play Afterschool Program\, which is designed to let kids be kids. Together we will run\, jump\, climb\, invent\, imagine\, play and be a free-range kids all while developing self-confidence and learning valuable social skills. During Winter Nature Play\, we make snow forts\, sled\, find animal tracks\, play games in the dark and use our imagination as we explore the wooded trails and fields. Instructor Aemelia Thompson (Monday’s) and Jeff Mazur (Wednesdays) provides a safe structure for children to explore nature and encourages children to stretch their limits as they balance on logs\, hold salamanders\, or co-create new games with their peers. \nwith Aemelia Thompson\nMondays\, 3:30-5:30pm\nMarch 25 – June 12\, 2019 (no class April 15 or May 27)\nAge 6-9\, Grades 1-3\nMembers: $225/Non-members $270 \nLimited to 10 participants.
URL:https://www.hitchcockcenter.org/event/nature-play-afterschool-140/
LOCATION:Hitchcock Center for the Environment\, 845 West Street\, Amherst\, MA\, 01002
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20190329T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20190329T200000
DTSTAMP:20260404T070236
CREATED:20190222T195912Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190326T140551Z
UID:10001350-1553882400-1553889600@www.hitchcockcenter.org
SUMMARY:Woodcock: Skydancer
DESCRIPTION:Have you heard the telltale peep of the woodcock looking for a mate to do its early spring sky dance? If not you are in for a treat that will likely become an annual tradition\, you’ll be hooked. Join bird song radio personality and our favorite garden advisor Dan Ziomek to enjoy this special spring event. Recommended for adults and young people 4th grade and up. \nwith Dan Ziomek\, local birder and naturalist\nFriday\, March 29\, 6-8pm\nMembers $12/Non-members $16\nPlease register.
URL:https://www.hitchcockcenter.org/event/woodcock-skydancer/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20190329T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20190329T150000
DTSTAMP:20260404T070236
CREATED:20181122T155831Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20181122T155831Z
UID:10001178-1553864400-1553871600@www.hitchcockcenter.org
SUMMARY:Nature Discovery Preschool: PreHistoric Preschool
DESCRIPTION:This season we will travel back in time to the days of the dinosaurs. Children will learn about dinosaurs through stories\, songs\, movement and crafts. We will compare different dinosaurs\, dig for bones\, and learn about the plants they munched on. Come have a dinomite time! \nWith Colleen Kelley\nAges 3-5 (Adult required to attend with child)\nFridays\, Morning session: 9:30a-11:30am\, Afternoon session: 1-3pm\nMarch 22\, 29 April 5\,12\,26\, May 3\,10\,17\,24\,31 (no class April 19)\nMembers: $220/Non-members: $255 \nNon-refundable within a week of the program\, all refunds incur a 10% administrative fee. Limited to 12 families per session.
URL:https://www.hitchcockcenter.org/event/nature-discovery-preschool-prehistoric-preschool-12/
LOCATION:Hitchcock Center for the Environment\, 845 West Street\, Amherst\, MA\, 01002
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20190329T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20190329T113000
DTSTAMP:20260404T070236
CREATED:20181122T025818Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20181122T025818Z
UID:10001168-1553851800-1553859000@www.hitchcockcenter.org
SUMMARY:Nature Discovery Preschool: PreHistoric Preschool
DESCRIPTION:This season we will travel back in time to the days of the dinosaurs. Children will learn about dinosaurs through stories\, songs\, movement and crafts. We will compare different dinosaurs\, dig for bones\, and learn about the plants they munched on. Come have a dinomite time! \nWith Colleen Kelley\nAges 3-5 (Adult required to attend with child)\nFridays\, Morning session: 9:30-11:30am\, Afternoon session: 1-3pm\nMarch 22\, 29 April 5\,12\,26\, May 3\,10\,17\,24\,31 (no class April 19)\nMembers: $220/Non-members: $255 \nNon-refundable within a week of the program\, all refunds incur a 10% administrative fee. Limited to 12 families per session.
URL:https://www.hitchcockcenter.org/event/nature-discovery-preschool-prehistoric-preschool-2/
LOCATION:Hitchcock Center for the Environment\, 845 West Street\, Amherst\, MA\, 01002
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20190328T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20190328T200000
DTSTAMP:20260404T070236
CREATED:20190227T161212Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190227T164833Z
UID:10001357-1553796000-1553803200@www.hitchcockcenter.org
SUMMARY:Earth Matters 10th Anniversary Celebration
DESCRIPTION:Hitchcock Center and Friends celebrate 10 years of our biweekly Earth Matters column in the Daily Hampshire Gazette. Come for a reception\, readings and earth matters trivia. \nEvery two weeks\, the Hitchcock Center publishes a column\, “Earth Matters: Notes on the Nature of the Valley\,” in The Daily Hampshire Gazette. Writers include Hitchcock staff and board members\, former board members\, presenters in our Community Programs series\, and friends of the Center. Look for the column at the end of Section C of the weekend Gazette or on our website. \nThursday\, March 28th 6pm\nFree\, registration requested.
URL:https://www.hitchcockcenter.org/event/earth-matters-10th-anniversary-celebration/
LOCATION:Hitchcock Center for the Environment\, 845 West Street\, Amherst\, MA\, 01002
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20190328T153000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20190328T173000
DTSTAMP:20260404T070236
CREATED:20181201T145501Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20181201T145501Z
UID:10001250-1553787000-1553794200@www.hitchcockcenter.org
SUMMARY:Girls into the Wild
DESCRIPTION:Sometimes you just need to run\, explore and play! That’s what we do at Girls into the Wild\, and lots more. Girls into the Wild is designed to get girls outside\, playing and engaging with nature in their own way. Instructor Katie Koerten strives to offer games and activities that each girl can participate in at her own comfort level\, from climbing trees\, to playing camouflage in the forest\, to running and whooping wildly through fields. Even in winter we’ll spend the entirety of the afternoon outside so bring your warmest layers and come have some snowy fun! Families provide their own transportation to the Hitchcock Center. \nThursdays\, 3:30-5:30pm\nMarch 28 – June 13 (no program April 18)\nWith Katie Koerten\nAges 8-11\, Grades 3-5\nMembers: $300/Non-members: $330 \nLimited to 10 participants.
URL:https://www.hitchcockcenter.org/event/girls-into-the-wild-106/
LOCATION:Hitchcock Center for the Environment\, 845 West Street\, Amherst\, MA\, 01002
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20190327T133000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20190327T173000
DTSTAMP:20260404T070236
CREATED:20181201T210459Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20181201T210459Z
UID:10001271-1553693400-1553707800@www.hitchcockcenter.org
SUMMARY:Nature Play Afterschool
DESCRIPTION:Just because it’s cold outside\, doesn’t mean your kids need to stay inside to play. Have them join Hitchcock’s Nature Play Afterschool Program\, which is designed to let kids be kids. Together we will run\, jump\, climb\, invent\, imagine\, play and be a free-range kids all while developing self-confidence and learning valuable social skills. During Winter Nature Play\, we make snow forts\, sled\, find animal tracks\, play games in the dark and use our imagination as we explore the wooded trails and fields. Instructor Aemelia Thompson (Monday’s) and Jeff Mazur (Wednesdays) provides a safe structure for children to explore nature and encourages children to stretch their limits as they balance on logs\, hold salamanders\, or co-create new games with their peers. \nWednesdays\, 3:30-5:30pm\, Extended Days\, 1:30pm-5:30pm\nMarch 27 – June 12\, 2019 (no class April 17)\, Extended Days: March 27\, April 10\, May 8\nwith Jeff Mazur\nAges 6-9\, Grades 1-3\nMembers: $290/Non-members: $350 \nLimited to 10 participants.
URL:https://www.hitchcockcenter.org/event/nature-play-afterschool-149/
LOCATION:Hitchcock Center for the Environment\, 845 West Street\, Amherst\, MA\, 01002
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20190326T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20190326T140000
DTSTAMP:20260404T070236
CREATED:20181126T002704Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20181126T002704Z
UID:10001206-1553594400-1553608800@www.hitchcockcenter.org
SUMMARY:Homeschool II: Spring into Citizen Science
DESCRIPTION:Spring is an amazing time of year! As the natural world begins to wake up from winter there are lots of changes happening. As part of Spring into Citizen Science – we will become researchers. Working with scientists on local and national science projects\, collecting data that matters! For this homeschool series we will dive into different science projects and asking lots of questions\, such as: What do spotted salamanders do in spring? Who are our local migrating fish\, and why do they migrate? When do flowers bloom and buds burst? And more! Kids can offer a new way of looking at an issue\, so bring your scientific mind\, observation skills and unique perspective to our class. Through observation\, special guests\, field trips\, and surveys\, we will study the world around us and contribute to science while also having fun\, exploring and playing games. \nWith Jeff Mazur\nTuesdays\, 10:00am-2:00pm\nMarch 12 – June 4 (No program April 2\, 16\, May 7)\nMembers: $450/Non-members: $560
URL:https://www.hitchcockcenter.org/event/homeschool-ii-spring-into-citizen-science-3/
LOCATION:Hitchcock Center for the Environment\, 845 West Street\, Amherst\, MA\, 01002
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20190326T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20190326T140000
DTSTAMP:20260404T070236
CREATED:20181126T000757Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20181126T000757Z
UID:10001196-1553594400-1553608800@www.hitchcockcenter.org
SUMMARY:Homeschool I: Animals That Build
DESCRIPTION:They don’t use blueprints or fancy tools\, but animals can be amazing builders by using natural materials like leaves\, sticks and even spit! Whether it’s for nests\, homes\, camouflage or catching prey\, animals have a lot of reasons for their architecture. At this homeschool session we will explore the construction skills of animals and build creations of our own. While we study animals\, we will also think about human architecture: we will learn about the features of Hitchcock Center’s “Living Building” and the choices we made to make our building kind to the planet. Hikes\, home projects\, games and field trips are all part of the fun! \nWith Katie Koerten\nTuesdays\, 10am – 2pm\nMarch 12 – June 4 (No program April 2\, 16\, May 7)\nMembers: $450/Non-members: $560 \nLimited to 15 participants per age group.
URL:https://www.hitchcockcenter.org/event/homeschool-i-animals-that-build-3/
LOCATION:Hitchcock Center for the Environment\, 845 West Street\, Amherst\, MA\, 01002
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20190325T153000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20190325T173000
DTSTAMP:20260404T070236
CREATED:20181201T150603Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20181201T150603Z
UID:10001261-1553527800-1553535000@www.hitchcockcenter.org
SUMMARY:Nature Play Afterschool
DESCRIPTION:Just because it’s cold outside\, doesn’t mean your kids need to stay inside to play. Have them join Hitchcock’s Nature Play Afterschool Program\, which is designed to let kids be kids. Together we will run\, jump\, climb\, invent\, imagine\, play and be a free-range kids all while developing self-confidence and learning valuable social skills. During Winter Nature Play\, we make snow forts\, sled\, find animal tracks\, play games in the dark and use our imagination as we explore the wooded trails and fields. Instructor Aemelia Thompson (Monday’s) and Jeff Mazur (Wednesdays) provides a safe structure for children to explore nature and encourages children to stretch their limits as they balance on logs\, hold salamanders\, or co-create new games with their peers. \nwith Aemelia Thompson\nMondays\, 3:30-5:30pm\nMarch 25 – June 12\, 2019 (no class April 15 or May 27)\nAge 6-9\, Grades 1-3\nMembers: $225/Non-members $270 \nLimited to 10 participants.
URL:https://www.hitchcockcenter.org/event/nature-play-afterschool-139/
LOCATION:Hitchcock Center for the Environment\, 845 West Street\, Amherst\, MA\, 01002
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20190323
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20190324
DTSTAMP:20260404T070236
CREATED:20181230T150341Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20181230T150341Z
UID:10001338-1553299200-1553385599@www.hitchcockcenter.org
SUMMARY:Winter and Early Spring Birding
DESCRIPTION:Join Scott Surner for the 2019 winter and early spring birding class. This year because of Scott’s schedule we have him from January through mid-April. This will give participants an opportunity to explore the winter birdlife here in the valley as well as along the north shore of Massachusetts. As March approaches we’ll start to observe the beginning of the waterfowl migration into western Mass and still have an opportunity to track down some of the winter specialties still lingering into March. Later in March we’ll make a day trip to Moose Bog\, Vermont looking for more winter finches (Crossbills\, Evening Grosbeaks\, Siskins\, Redpolls) and focus in on the Boreal species that call Moose Bog home. (Spruce Grouse\, Black-backed Woodpecker\, Canada Jay and Boreal Chickadee)\n\n\nThe class ends with a trip back to Plum Island in mid-April\, here we’ll see more waterfowl\, early arriving Herons\, shorebirds\, hawks\, warblers\, (Yellow-rumped/Palm) and perhaps a Snowy Owl sitting in the dunes. \nEvening Classes: 6:30-8:00pm\, January 16\, February 13\, February 27\, March 20\, April 10\nField trips: see schedule below\n\nRegister here. Registration opens online Tuesday\, January 8th at 9am.\nMembers $275/Nonmembers $325\n\nField trip schedule\nJanuary 26: 7am-12pm Local\nFebruary 16 & 17: North Shore Weekend\nMarch 2: 7am- 12pm Local\nMarch 9: 7am-12pm Local\nMarch 23: Depart 5am. Moose Bog\, Vermont (All Day)\nApril 6: 7am-12pm Local\nApril 13: 5AM-dusk Plum Island (All Day)
URL:https://www.hitchcockcenter.org/event/winter-and-early-spring-birding-11/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20190322T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20190322T150000
DTSTAMP:20260404T070236
CREATED:20181122T155738Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20181122T155738Z
UID:10001177-1553259600-1553266800@www.hitchcockcenter.org
SUMMARY:Nature Discovery Preschool: PreHistoric Preschool
DESCRIPTION:This season we will travel back in time to the days of the dinosaurs. Children will learn about dinosaurs through stories\, songs\, movement and crafts. We will compare different dinosaurs\, dig for bones\, and learn about the plants they munched on. Come have a dinomite time! \nWith Colleen Kelley\nAges 3-5 (Adult required to attend with child)\nFridays\, Morning session: 9:30a-11:30am\, Afternoon session: 1-3pm\nMarch 22\, 29 April 5\,12\,26\, May 3\,10\,17\,24\,31 (no class April 19)\nMembers: $220/Non-members: $255 \nNon-refundable within a week of the program\, all refunds incur a 10% administrative fee. Limited to 12 families per session.
URL:https://www.hitchcockcenter.org/event/nature-discovery-preschool-prehistoric-preschool-11/
LOCATION:Hitchcock Center for the Environment\, 845 West Street\, Amherst\, MA\, 01002
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20190322T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20190322T113000
DTSTAMP:20260404T070236
CREATED:20181122T025704Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20181122T025704Z
UID:10001167-1553247000-1553254200@www.hitchcockcenter.org
SUMMARY:Nature Discovery Preschool: PreHistoric Preschool
DESCRIPTION:This season we will travel back in time to the days of the dinosaurs. Children will learn about dinosaurs through stories\, songs\, movement and crafts. We will compare different dinosaurs\, dig for bones\, and learn about the plants they munched on. Come have a dinomite time! \nWith Colleen Kelley\nAges 3-5 (Adult required to attend with child)\nFridays\, Morning session: 9:30-11:30am\, Afternoon session: 1-3pm\nMarch 22\, 29 April 5\,12\,26\, May 3\,10\,17\,24\,31 (no class April 19)\nMembers: $220/Non-members: $255 \nNon-refundable within a week of the program\, all refunds incur a 10% administrative fee. Limited to 12 families per session.
URL:https://www.hitchcockcenter.org/event/nature-discovery-preschool-prehistoric-preschool/
LOCATION:Hitchcock Center for the Environment\, 845 West Street\, Amherst\, MA\, 01002
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20190321T153000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20190321T173000
DTSTAMP:20260404T070236
CREATED:20181201T145309Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20181201T145309Z
UID:10001249-1553182200-1553189400@www.hitchcockcenter.org
SUMMARY:Girls into the Wild
DESCRIPTION:Sometimes you just need to run\, explore and play! That’s what we do at Girls into the Wild\, and lots more. Girls into the Wild is designed to get girls outside\, playing and engaging with nature in their own way. Instructor Katie Koerten strives to offer games and activities that each girl can participate in at her own comfort level\, from climbing trees\, to playing camouflage in the forest\, to running and whooping wildly through fields. Even in winter we’ll spend the entirety of the afternoon outside so bring your warmest layers and come have some snowy fun! Families provide their own transportation to the Hitchcock Center. \nwith Katie Koerten\nThursdays\, 3:30-5:30pm\nJanuary 3 – March 21 (no program February 21)\nAges 8-11\, Grades 3-5\nMembers: $300/Non-members: $330 \nLimited to 10 participants.
URL:https://www.hitchcockcenter.org/event/girls-into-the-wild-105/
LOCATION:Hitchcock Center for the Environment\, 845 West Street\, Amherst\, MA\, 01002
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20190320T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20190320T200000
DTSTAMP:20260404T070236
CREATED:20181230T145643Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20181230T145643Z
UID:10001331-1553106600-1553112000@www.hitchcockcenter.org
SUMMARY:Winter and Early Spring Birding
DESCRIPTION:Join Scott Surner for the 2019 winter and early spring birding class. This year because of Scott’s schedule we have him from January through mid- April. This will give participants an opportunity to explore the winter birdlife here in the valley as well as along the north shore of Massachusetts. As March approaches we’ll start to observe the beginning of the waterfowl migration into western Mass and still have an opportunity to track down some of the winter specialties still lingering into March. Later in March we’ll make a day trip to Moose Bog\, Vermont looking for more winter finches (Crossbills\, Evening Grosbeaks\, Siskins\, Redpolls) and focus in on the Boreal species that call Moose Bog home. (Spruce Grouse\, Black-backed Woodpecker\, Canada Jay and Boreal Chickadee)\n\n\nThe class ends with a trip back to Plum Island in mid-April\, here we’ll see more waterfowl\, early arriving Herons\, shorebirds\, hawks\, warblers\, (Yellow-rumped/Palm) and perhaps a Snowy Owl sitting in the dunes. \nEvening Classes: 6:30-8:00pm\, January 16\, February 13\, February 27\, March 20\, April 10\nField trips: see schedule below\n\nRegister here. Registration opens online Tuesday\, January 8th at 9am.\nMembers $275/Nonmembers $325\n\nField trip schedule\nJanuary 26: 7am-12pm Local\nFebruary 16 & 17: North Shore Weekend\nMarch 2: 7am- 12pm Local\nMarch 9: 7am-12pm Local\nMarch 23: Depart 5am. Moose Bog\, Vermont (All Day)\nApril 6: 7am-12pm Local\nApril 13: 5AM-dusk Plum Island (All Day)
URL:https://www.hitchcockcenter.org/event/winter-and-early-spring-birding-4/
LOCATION:Hitchcock Center for the Environment\, 845 West Street\, Amherst\, MA\, 01002
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20190320T153000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20190320T173000
DTSTAMP:20260404T070236
CREATED:20181128T151950Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20181128T151950Z
UID:10001238-1553095800-1553103000@www.hitchcockcenter.org
SUMMARY:Nature Play Afterschool
DESCRIPTION:Just because it’s cold outside\, doesn’t mean your kids need to stay inside to play. Have them join Hitchcock’s Nature Play Afterschool Program\, which is designed to let kids be kids. Together we will run\, jump\, climb\, invent\, imagine\, play and be a free-range kids all while developing self-confidence and learning valuable social skills. During Winter Nature Play\, we make snow forts\, sled\, find animal tracks\, play games in the dark and use our imagination as we explore the wooded trails and fields. Instructor Aemelia Thompson (Monday’s) and Jeff Mazur (Wednesdays) provides a safe structure for children to explore nature and encourages children to stretch their limits as they balance on logs\, hold salamanders\, or co-create new games with their peers. \n\n\nwith Jeff Mazur\nWednesdays\, 3:30-5:30pm\nWinter Session: January 9 – March 20\, 2019 (no class February 20)\nExtended Day: March 6\, 1:30pm-5:30pm\nAges 6-9\, Grades 1-3\nMembers: $250/Non-members: $300 \n\n\nLimited to 10 participants.
URL:https://www.hitchcockcenter.org/event/nature-play-afterschool-138/
LOCATION:Hitchcock Center for the Environment\, 845 West Street\, Amherst\, MA\, 01002
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20190320T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20190320T130000
DTSTAMP:20260404T070236
CREATED:20181205T201806Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20181205T201806Z
UID:10001295-1553083200-1553086800@www.hitchcockcenter.org
SUMMARY:Living Building Tour
DESCRIPTION:Public Building Tours \nDid you know the Hitchcock Center is a Living Building? It is designed to model systems in nature\, it’s net zero energy and water\, has composting toilets\, and has been made with responsibly sourced non-toxic materials. Bring your questions and come find out what good can look like in the built environment at one of our bi-monthly tours. Tours typically last from 1-1.5 hours. \nFirst Fridays at 4pm: December 7\, January 4\, February 1\, March 1\, April 5\, June 7 (no tour May 3)\nThird Wednesdays at 12pm: December 19\, January 16\, February 20\, March 20\, April 17\, May 15\, June 19\nFREE but please register online \nWhile you’re here\, check out our neighbors over at the R.W. Kern Center at Hampshire College\, another Living Building Challenge project. \nPrivate Building Tours\nThe Hitchcock Center offers private group building tours\, based on availability. The fee for these tours is $50/group for a one hour weekday tour (during business hours). Please limit group size to 15-20 for the best experience. Please contact Jessica Schultz\, Living Building Coordinator\, to arrange your group’s tour.
URL:https://www.hitchcockcenter.org/event/living-building-tour-45/
LOCATION:Hitchcock Center for the Environment\, 845 West Street\, Amherst\, MA\, 01002
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20190319T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20190319T140000
DTSTAMP:20260404T070236
CREATED:20181126T002600Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20181126T002600Z
UID:10001205-1552989600-1553004000@www.hitchcockcenter.org
SUMMARY:Homeschool II: Spring into Citizen Science
DESCRIPTION:Spring is an amazing time of year! As the natural world begins to wake up from winter there are lots of changes happening. As part of Spring into Citizen Science – we will become researchers. Working with scientists on local and national science projects\, collecting data that matters! For this homeschool series we will dive into different science projects and asking lots of questions\, such as: What do spotted salamanders do in spring? Who are our local migrating fish\, and why do they migrate? When do flowers bloom and buds burst? And more! Kids can offer a new way of looking at an issue\, so bring your scientific mind\, observation skills and unique perspective to our class. Through observation\, special guests\, field trips\, and surveys\, we will study the world around us and contribute to science while also having fun\, exploring and playing games. \nWith Jeff Mazur\nTuesdays\, 10:00am-2:00pm\nMarch 12 – June 4 (No program April 2\, 16\, May 7)\nMembers: $450/Non-members: $560
URL:https://www.hitchcockcenter.org/event/homeschool-ii-spring-into-citizen-science-2/
LOCATION:Hitchcock Center for the Environment\, 845 West Street\, Amherst\, MA\, 01002
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20190319T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20190319T140000
DTSTAMP:20260404T070236
CREATED:20181126T000707Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20181126T000707Z
UID:10001195-1552989600-1553004000@www.hitchcockcenter.org
SUMMARY:Homeschool I: Animals That Build
DESCRIPTION:They don’t use blueprints or fancy tools\, but animals can be amazing builders by using natural materials like leaves\, sticks and even spit! Whether it’s for nests\, homes\, camouflage or catching prey\, animals have a lot of reasons for their architecture. At this homeschool session we will explore the construction skills of animals and build creations of our own. While we study animals\, we will also think about human architecture: we will learn about the features of Hitchcock Center’s “Living Building” and the choices we made to make our building kind to the planet. Hikes\, home projects\, games and field trips are all part of the fun! \nWith Katie Koerten\nTuesdays\, 10am – 2pm\nMarch 12 – June 4 (No program April 2\, 16\, May 7)\nMembers: $450/Non-members: $560 \nLimited to 15 participants per age group.
URL:https://www.hitchcockcenter.org/event/homeschool-i-animals-that-build-2/
LOCATION:Hitchcock Center for the Environment\, 845 West Street\, Amherst\, MA\, 01002
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20190318T153000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20190318T173000
DTSTAMP:20260404T070236
CREATED:20181128T150759Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20181128T150759Z
UID:10001228-1552923000-1552930200@www.hitchcockcenter.org
SUMMARY:Nature Play Afterschool
DESCRIPTION:Just because it’s cold outside\, doesn’t mean your kids need to stay inside to play. Have them join Hitchcock’s Nature Play Afterschool Program\, which is designed to let kids be kids. Together we will run\, jump\, climb\, invent\, imagine\, play and be a free-range kids all while developing self-confidence and learning valuable social skills. During Winter Nature Play\, we make snow forts\, sled\, find animal tracks\, play games in the dark and use our imagination as we explore the wooded trails and fields. Instructor Aemelia Thompson (Monday’s) and Jeff Mazur (Wednesdays) provides a safe structure for children to explore nature and encourages children to stretch their limits as they balance on logs\, hold salamanders\, or co-create new games with their peers. \nwith Aemelia Thompson\nMondays\, 3:30-5:30pm\nWinter Session: January 7 – March 18\, 2019 (no class January 21 or February 18)\nAge 6-9\, Grades 1-3\nMembers: $205/Non-members $255 \nLimited to 10 participants.
URL:https://www.hitchcockcenter.org/event/nature-play-afterschool-128/
LOCATION:Hitchcock Center for the Environment\, 845 West Street\, Amherst\, MA\, 01002
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20190314T153000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20190314T173000
DTSTAMP:20260404T070236
CREATED:20181201T145226Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20181201T145226Z
UID:10001248-1552577400-1552584600@www.hitchcockcenter.org
SUMMARY:Girls into the Wild
DESCRIPTION:Sometimes you just need to run\, explore and play! That’s what we do at Girls into the Wild\, and lots more. Girls into the Wild is designed to get girls outside\, playing and engaging with nature in their own way. Instructor Katie Koerten strives to offer games and activities that each girl can participate in at her own comfort level\, from climbing trees\, to playing camouflage in the forest\, to running and whooping wildly through fields. Even in winter we’ll spend the entirety of the afternoon outside so bring your warmest layers and come have some snowy fun! Families provide their own transportation to the Hitchcock Center. \nwith Katie Koerten\nThursdays\, 3:30-5:30pm\nJanuary 3 – March 21 (no program February 21)\nAges 8-11\, Grades 3-5\nMembers: $300/Non-members: $330 \nLimited to 10 participants.
URL:https://www.hitchcockcenter.org/event/girls-into-the-wild-104/
LOCATION:Hitchcock Center for the Environment\, 845 West Street\, Amherst\, MA\, 01002
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20190313T153000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20190313T173000
DTSTAMP:20260404T070236
CREATED:20181128T151858Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20181128T151858Z
UID:10001237-1552491000-1552498200@www.hitchcockcenter.org
SUMMARY:Nature Play Afterschool
DESCRIPTION:Just because it’s cold outside\, doesn’t mean your kids need to stay inside to play. Have them join Hitchcock’s Nature Play Afterschool Program\, which is designed to let kids be kids. Together we will run\, jump\, climb\, invent\, imagine\, play and be a free-range kids all while developing self-confidence and learning valuable social skills. During Winter Nature Play\, we make snow forts\, sled\, find animal tracks\, play games in the dark and use our imagination as we explore the wooded trails and fields. Instructor Aemelia Thompson (Monday’s) and Jeff Mazur (Wednesdays) provides a safe structure for children to explore nature and encourages children to stretch their limits as they balance on logs\, hold salamanders\, or co-create new games with their peers. \n\n\nwith Jeff Mazur\nWednesdays\, 3:30-5:30pm\nWinter Session: January 9 – March 20\, 2019 (no class February 20)\nExtended Day: March 6\, 1:30pm-5:30pm\nAges 6-9\, Grades 1-3\nMembers: $250/Non-members: $300 \n\n\nLimited to 10 participants.
URL:https://www.hitchcockcenter.org/event/nature-play-afterschool-137/
LOCATION:Hitchcock Center for the Environment\, 845 West Street\, Amherst\, MA\, 01002
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20190312T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20190312T140000
DTSTAMP:20260404T070236
CREATED:20181126T002436Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20181126T002436Z
UID:10001204-1552384800-1552399200@www.hitchcockcenter.org
SUMMARY:Homeschool II: Spring into Citizen Science
DESCRIPTION:Spring is an amazing time of year! As the natural world begins to wake up from winter there are lots of changes happening. As part of Spring into Citizen Science – we will become researchers. Working with scientists on local and national science projects\, collecting data that matters! For this homeschool series we will dive into different science projects and asking lots of questions\, such as: What do spotted salamanders do in spring? Who are our local migrating fish\, and why do they migrate? When do flowers bloom and buds burst? And more! Kids can offer a new way of looking at an issue\, so bring your scientific mind\, observation skills and unique perspective to our class. Through observation\, special guests\, field trips\, and surveys\, we will study the world around us and contribute to science while also having fun\, exploring and playing games. \nWith Jeff Mazur\nTuesdays\, 10:00am-2:00pm\nMarch 12 – June 4 (No program April 2\, 16\, May 7)\nMembers: $450/Non-members: $560
URL:https://www.hitchcockcenter.org/event/homeschool-ii-spring-into-citizen-science/
LOCATION:Hitchcock Center for the Environment\, 845 West Street\, Amherst\, MA\, 01002
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20190312T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20190312T140000
DTSTAMP:20260404T070236
CREATED:20181126T000610Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20181126T000610Z
UID:10001194-1552384800-1552399200@www.hitchcockcenter.org
SUMMARY:Homeschool I: Animals That Build
DESCRIPTION:They don’t use blueprints or fancy tools\, but animals can be amazing builders by using natural materials like leaves\, sticks and even spit! Whether it’s for nests\, homes\, camouflage or catching prey\, animals have a lot of reasons for their architecture. At this homeschool session we will explore the construction skills of animals and build creations of our own. While we study animals\, we will also think about human architecture: we will learn about the features of Hitchcock Center’s “Living Building” and the choices we made to make our building kind to the planet. Hikes\, home projects\, games and field trips are all part of the fun! \nWith Katie Koerten\nTuesdays\, 10am – 2pm\nMarch 12 – June 4 (No program April 2\, 16\, May 7)\nMembers: $450/Non-members: $560 \nLimited to 15 participants per age group.
URL:https://www.hitchcockcenter.org/event/homeschool-i-animals-that-build/
LOCATION:Hitchcock Center for the Environment\, 845 West Street\, Amherst\, MA\, 01002
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20190311T153000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20190311T173000
DTSTAMP:20260404T070236
CREATED:20181128T150719Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20181128T150719Z
UID:10001227-1552318200-1552325400@www.hitchcockcenter.org
SUMMARY:Nature Play Afterschool
DESCRIPTION:Just because it’s cold outside\, doesn’t mean your kids need to stay inside to play. Have them join Hitchcock’s Nature Play Afterschool Program\, which is designed to let kids be kids. Together we will run\, jump\, climb\, invent\, imagine\, play and be a free-range kids all while developing self-confidence and learning valuable social skills. During Winter Nature Play\, we make snow forts\, sled\, find animal tracks\, play games in the dark and use our imagination as we explore the wooded trails and fields. Instructor Aemelia Thompson (Monday’s) and Jeff Mazur (Wednesdays) provides a safe structure for children to explore nature and encourages children to stretch their limits as they balance on logs\, hold salamanders\, or co-create new games with their peers. \nwith Aemelia Thompson\nMondays\, 3:30-5:30pm\nWinter Session: January 7 – March 18\, 2019 (no class January 21 or February 18)\nAge 6-9\, Grades 1-3\nMembers: $205/Non-members $255 \nLimited to 10 participants.
URL:https://www.hitchcockcenter.org/event/nature-play-afterschool-127/
LOCATION:Hitchcock Center for the Environment\, 845 West Street\, Amherst\, MA\, 01002
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20190309T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20190309T110000
DTSTAMP:20260404T070236
CREATED:20181128T145437Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190112T182614Z
UID:10001216-1552125600-1552129200@www.hitchcockcenter.org
SUMMARY:Saturday Family Science Series: Wind and Air
DESCRIPTION:Join us for seasonal nature and science programs each second Saturday of the month. Designed for children with their parents\, these programs will explore cool topics in nature. \nMarch 9: Wind and Air\nWe can’t hold them or see them\, but they’re all around us! This month at the Hitchcock Center we’ll make the invisible visible by examining wind and air at work. We’ll be making our own wind catchers and learning about our relationship to wind and air. \nSecond Saturdays\, 10-11am\nFree\nRegistration appreciated. Groups of 6 or more please call ahead. \nSaturday Family Science Programs are generously sponsored by Pelham Auto Service and through a grant from the Peter & Elizabeth Tower Foundation. \n 
URL:https://www.hitchcockcenter.org/event/saturday-family-science-series-wind-and-air/
LOCATION:Hitchcock Center for the Environment\, 845 West Street\, Amherst\, MA\, 01002
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20190309T070000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20190309T120000
DTSTAMP:20260404T070236
CREATED:20181230T150240Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20181230T150240Z
UID:10001337-1552114800-1552132800@www.hitchcockcenter.org
SUMMARY:Winter and Early Spring Birding
DESCRIPTION:Join Scott Surner for the 2019 winter and early spring birding class. This year because of Scott’s schedule we have him from January through mid- April. This will give participants an opportunity to explore the winter birdlife here in the valley as well as along the north shore of Massachusetts. As March approaches we’ll start to observe the beginning of the waterfowl migration into western Mass and still have an opportunity to track down some of the winter specialties still lingering into March. Later in March we’ll make a day trip to Moose Bog\, Vermont looking for more winter finches (Crossbills\, Evening Grosbeaks\, Siskins\, Redpolls) and focus in on the Boreal species that call Moose Bog home. (Spruce Grouse\, Black-backed Woodpecker\, Canada Jay and Boreal Chickadee)\n\n\nThe class ends with a trip back to Plum Island in mid-April\, here we’ll see more waterfowl\, early arriving Herons\, shorebirds\, hawks\, warblers\, (Yellow-rumped/Palm) and perhaps a Snowy Owl sitting in the dunes. \nEvening Classes: 6:30-8:00pm\, January 16\, February 13\, February 27\, March 20\, April 10\nField trips: see schedule below\n\nRegister here. Registration opens online Tuesday\, January 8th at 9am.\nMembers $275/Nonmembers $325\n\nField trip schedule\nJanuary 26: 7am-12pm Local\nFebruary 16 & 17: North Shore Weekend\nMarch 2: 7am- 12pm Local\nMarch 9: 7am-12pm Local\nMarch 23: Depart 5am. Moose Bog\, Vermont (All Day)\nApril 6: 7am-12pm Local\nApril 13: 5AM-dusk Plum Island (All Day)
URL:https://www.hitchcockcenter.org/event/winter-and-early-spring-birding-10/
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20190307T153000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20190307T173000
DTSTAMP:20260404T070236
CREATED:20181201T145140Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20181201T145140Z
UID:10001247-1551972600-1551979800@www.hitchcockcenter.org
SUMMARY:Girls into the Wild
DESCRIPTION:Sometimes you just need to run\, explore and play! That’s what we do at Girls into the Wild\, and lots more. Girls into the Wild is designed to get girls outside\, playing and engaging with nature in their own way. Instructor Katie Koerten strives to offer games and activities that each girl can participate in at her own comfort level\, from climbing trees\, to playing camouflage in the forest\, to running and whooping wildly through fields. Even in winter we’ll spend the entirety of the afternoon outside so bring your warmest layers and come have some snowy fun! Families provide their own transportation to the Hitchcock Center. \nwith Katie Koerten\nThursdays\, 3:30-5:30pm\nJanuary 3 – March 21 (no program February 21)\nAges 8-11\, Grades 3-5\nMembers: $300/Non-members: $330 \nLimited to 10 participants.
URL:https://www.hitchcockcenter.org/event/girls-into-the-wild-103/
LOCATION:Hitchcock Center for the Environment\, 845 West Street\, Amherst\, MA\, 01002
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20190306T133000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20190306T173000
DTSTAMP:20260404T070236
CREATED:20181128T151804Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20181128T151804Z
UID:10001236-1551879000-1551893400@www.hitchcockcenter.org
SUMMARY:Nature Play Afterschool
DESCRIPTION:Just because it’s cold outside\, doesn’t mean your kids need to stay inside to play. Have them join Hitchcock’s Nature Play Afterschool Program\, which is designed to let kids be kids. Together we will run\, jump\, climb\, invent\, imagine\, play and be a free-range kids all while developing self-confidence and learning valuable social skills. During Winter Nature Play\, we make snow forts\, sled\, find animal tracks\, play games in the dark and use our imagination as we explore the wooded trails and fields. Instructor Aemelia Thompson (Monday’s) and Jeff Mazur (Wednesdays) provides a safe structure for children to explore nature and encourages children to stretch their limits as they balance on logs\, hold salamanders\, or co-create new games with their peers. \n\n\nwith Jeff Mazur\nWednesdays\, 3:30-5:30pm\nWinter Session: January 9 – March 20\, 2019 (no class February 20)\nExtended Day: March 6\, 1:30pm-5:30pm\nAges 6-9\, Grades 1-3\nMembers: $250/Non-members: $300 \n\n\nLimited to 10 participants.
URL:https://www.hitchcockcenter.org/event/nature-play-afterschool-136/
LOCATION:Hitchcock Center for the Environment\, 845 West Street\, Amherst\, MA\, 01002
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