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UID:10002921-1671723000-1671730200@www.hitchcockcenter.org
SUMMARY:GIRLS INTO THE WILD AFTERSCHOOL
DESCRIPTION:Ages 8-11 or grades 3-5\nThursdays\, 3:30-5:30pm\nSeptember 8 – December 22 (no program November 24)\nFee per Child: Tier A-$418 | Tier B-$364 | Tier C-$309  | Tier D-$236 \nGirls into the Wild is back in Fall 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! Genderqueer\, nonbinary\, agender and trans young people are welcome!
URL:https://www.hitchcockcenter.org/event/girls-into-the-wild-afterschool-15/
CATEGORIES:Ages 5–8/Grades K–3 or Ages 9–11/Grades 4–6
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230104T153000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230104T173000
DTSTAMP:20260403T231432
CREATED:20221121T072114Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221121T072114Z
UID:10003164-1672846200-1672853400@www.hitchcockcenter.org
SUMMARY:Junior Nature Play Afterschool
DESCRIPTION:JUNIOR NATURE PLAY AFTERSCHOOL\nWith: Lauren Dausch\nAges 5-7 or Grades K-1\nWednesdays\, 3:30pm-5:30pm\nJanuary 4 – March 15 (no program February 22)\nExtended Days on February 15\, March 8\nFee per Child: Tier A-$353 | Tier B-$307 | Tier C-$261 | Tier D-$200\nLimited to 11 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 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.
URL:https://www.hitchcockcenter.org/event/junior-nature-play-afterschool-16/2023-01-04/
LOCATION:Hitchcock Center for the Environment\, 845 West Street\, Amherst\, MA\, 01002
CATEGORIES:Ages 5–8 or Grades K–3
END:VEVENT
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230104T153000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230104T173000
DTSTAMP:20260403T231432
CREATED:20221121T072323Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221130T203320Z
UID:10003174-1672846200-1672853400@www.hitchcockcenter.org
SUMMARY:Nature Play Afterschool
DESCRIPTION:NATURE PLAY AFTERSCHOOL\nWith: Jeff Mazur\nAges 6-9 or grades 1-3\nWednesdays\, 3:30-5:30\nJanuary 4 – March 15 (no program on February 22)\nExtended Days on February 15\, March 8\nFee per Child: Tier A-$353 | Tier B-$307 | Tier C-$261  | Tier D-$200\nLimited to 13 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. 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.
URL:https://www.hitchcockcenter.org/event/nature-play-afterschool-201/2023-01-04/
LOCATION:Hitchcock Center for the Environment\, 845 West Street\, Amherst\, MA\, 01002
CATEGORIES:Ages 5–8 or Grades K–3
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230104T153000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230104T173000
DTSTAMP:20260403T231432
CREATED:20221121T072503Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221121T072503Z
UID:10003184-1672846200-1672853400@www.hitchcockcenter.org
SUMMARY:Wild Children of the Woods
DESCRIPTION:WILD CHILDREN OF THE WOODS\nWith: Emily Schuttenberg\nAges 8-11 or Grades 3-5\nWednesdays 3:30 – 5:30\nJanuary 4 – March 15 (no program on February 22)\nExtended Days on February 15\, March 8\nFee per Child: Tier A-$353 | Tier B-$307 | Tier C-$261  | Tier D-$200\nLimited to 13 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 the seasons change in 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.
URL:https://www.hitchcockcenter.org/event/wild-children-of-the-woods-31/2023-01-04/
LOCATION:Hitchcock Center for the Environment\, 845 West Street\, Amherst\, MA\, 01002
CATEGORIES:Ages 5–8/Grades K–3 or Ages 9–11/Grades 4–6
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230105T153000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230105T173000
DTSTAMP:20260403T231432
CREATED:20221121T072701Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221130T203417Z
UID:10003194-1672932600-1672939800@www.hitchcockcenter.org
SUMMARY:Nature Play Afterschool
DESCRIPTION:NATURE PLAY AFTERSCHOOL \nWith: Emily Schuttenberg\nAges 6-9 or grades 1-3\nThursdays\, 3:30-5:30\nJanuary 5 – March 16 (no program February 23)\nFee per Child: Tier A-$296 | Tier B-$257 | Tier C-$219  | Tier D-$167\nLimited to 13 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. 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.
URL:https://www.hitchcockcenter.org/event/nature-play-afterschool-202/2023-01-05/
LOCATION:Hitchcock Center for the Environment\, 845 West Street\, Amherst\, MA\, 01002
CATEGORIES:Ages 5–8 or Grades K–3
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230105T153000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230105T173000
DTSTAMP:20260403T231432
CREATED:20221121T072846Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221121T072846Z
UID:10003204-1672932600-1672939800@www.hitchcockcenter.org
SUMMARY:Girls into the Wild Afterschool
DESCRIPTION:GIRLS INTO THE WILD AFTERSCHOOL\nwith Katie Koerten\nAges 8–11 or Grades 3–5\nThursdays\, 3:30-5:30pm\nJanuary 5 – March 16 (no program February 23)\nFee per Child: Tier A-$296 | Tier B-$257| Tier C-$219  | Tier D-$167\nLimited to 13 participants \nJoin us in winter 2023 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!
URL:https://www.hitchcockcenter.org/event/girls-into-the-wild-afterschool-16/2023-01-05/
LOCATION:Hitchcock Center for the Environment\, 845 West Street\, Amherst\, MA\, 01002
CATEGORIES:Ages 5–8/Grades K–3 or Ages 9–11/Grades 4–6
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230106T084500
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230106T150000
DTSTAMP:20260403T231432
CREATED:20221121T061410Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221121T061410Z
UID:10003073-1672994700-1673017200@www.hitchcockcenter.org
SUMMARY:School Curriculum Day at Hitchcock
DESCRIPTION:Friday\, January 6 · Friday\, January 20 · Friday\, April 7\n8:45 am to 3:00 pm\nAges 6-9 or grades 1 – 3*\nFee per Child: Tier A-$93 | Tier B-$81 | Tier C-$69  | Tier D-$53 \nCome play outside on this day off 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. 
URL:https://www.hitchcockcenter.org/event/school-curriculum-day-at-hitchcock-2/
LOCATION:Hitchcock Center for the Environment\, 845 West Street\, Amherst\, MA\, 01002
CATEGORIES:Ages 5–8 or Grades K–3
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230109T153000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230109T173000
DTSTAMP:20260403T231432
CREATED:20221121T071539Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221121T071539Z
UID:10003146-1673278200-1673285400@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 3:30-5:30\nJanuary 9 – March 13 (no class January 16 or February 20)\nTier A:$234 Tier B:$203 Tier C:$173 Tier D:$132\nLimited to 13 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 the seasons change in 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.
URL:https://www.hitchcockcenter.org/event/wild-children-of-the-woods-30/2023-01-09/
LOCATION:Hitchcock Center for the Environment\, 845 West Street\, Amherst\, MA\, 01002
CATEGORIES:Ages 5–8/Grades K–3 or Ages 9–11/Grades 4–6
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230110T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230110T140000
DTSTAMP:20260403T231432
CREATED:20221121T070558Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221121T070558Z
UID:10003140-1673344800-1673359200@www.hitchcockcenter.org
SUMMARY:Discovery Day: Amazing Plant Adaptations
DESCRIPTION:Amazing Plant Adaptations: Field Trip to Smith Botanic Garden \nWith Jeff Mazur\nJanuary 10\, 2023 10am – 2pm\nAges 6-12 or grades 1 – 6\nTier A:$70 Tier B:$61 Tier C:$52 Tier D:$40\nLimited to 13 participants \nIf you were a plant struggling to survive\, how would you do it? Together we will learn about some of the amazing adaptations plants have to protect themselves\, shape their habitat\, and thrive in challenging environments.
URL:https://www.hitchcockcenter.org/event/discovery-day-amazing-plant-adaptations/
LOCATION:Hitchcock Center for the Environment\, 845 West Street\, Amherst\, MA\, 01002
CATEGORIES:Ages 5–8/Grades K–3 or Ages 9–11/Grades 4–6
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230111T153000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230111T173000
DTSTAMP:20260403T231432
CREATED:20221121T072114Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221121T072114Z
UID:10003165-1673451000-1673458200@www.hitchcockcenter.org
SUMMARY:Junior Nature Play Afterschool
DESCRIPTION:JUNIOR NATURE PLAY AFTERSCHOOL\nWith: Lauren Dausch\nAges 5-7 or Grades K-1\nWednesdays\, 3:30pm-5:30pm\nJanuary 4 – March 15 (no program February 22)\nExtended Days on February 15\, March 8\nFee per Child: Tier A-$353 | Tier B-$307 | Tier C-$261 | Tier D-$200\nLimited to 11 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 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.
URL:https://www.hitchcockcenter.org/event/junior-nature-play-afterschool-16/2023-01-11/
LOCATION:Hitchcock Center for the Environment\, 845 West Street\, Amherst\, MA\, 01002
CATEGORIES:Ages 5–8 or Grades K–3
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230111T153000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230111T173000
DTSTAMP:20260403T231432
CREATED:20221121T072323Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221130T203320Z
UID:10003175-1673451000-1673458200@www.hitchcockcenter.org
SUMMARY:Nature Play Afterschool
DESCRIPTION:NATURE PLAY AFTERSCHOOL\nWith: Jeff Mazur\nAges 6-9 or grades 1-3\nWednesdays\, 3:30-5:30\nJanuary 4 – March 15 (no program on February 22)\nExtended Days on February 15\, March 8\nFee per Child: Tier A-$353 | Tier B-$307 | Tier C-$261  | Tier D-$200\nLimited to 13 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. 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.
URL:https://www.hitchcockcenter.org/event/nature-play-afterschool-201/2023-01-11/
LOCATION:Hitchcock Center for the Environment\, 845 West Street\, Amherst\, MA\, 01002
CATEGORIES:Ages 5–8 or Grades K–3
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230111T153000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230111T173000
DTSTAMP:20260403T231432
CREATED:20221121T072503Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221121T072503Z
UID:10003185-1673451000-1673458200@www.hitchcockcenter.org
SUMMARY:Wild Children of the Woods
DESCRIPTION:WILD CHILDREN OF THE WOODS\nWith: Emily Schuttenberg\nAges 8-11 or Grades 3-5\nWednesdays 3:30 – 5:30\nJanuary 4 – March 15 (no program on February 22)\nExtended Days on February 15\, March 8\nFee per Child: Tier A-$353 | Tier B-$307 | Tier C-$261  | Tier D-$200\nLimited to 13 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 the seasons change in 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.
URL:https://www.hitchcockcenter.org/event/wild-children-of-the-woods-31/2023-01-11/
LOCATION:Hitchcock Center for the Environment\, 845 West Street\, Amherst\, MA\, 01002
CATEGORIES:Ages 5–8/Grades K–3 or Ages 9–11/Grades 4–6
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230112T153000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230112T173000
DTSTAMP:20260403T231432
CREATED:20221121T072701Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221130T203417Z
UID:10003195-1673537400-1673544600@www.hitchcockcenter.org
SUMMARY:Nature Play Afterschool
DESCRIPTION:NATURE PLAY AFTERSCHOOL \nWith: Emily Schuttenberg\nAges 6-9 or grades 1-3\nThursdays\, 3:30-5:30\nJanuary 5 – March 16 (no program February 23)\nFee per Child: Tier A-$296 | Tier B-$257 | Tier C-$219  | Tier D-$167\nLimited to 13 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. 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.
URL:https://www.hitchcockcenter.org/event/nature-play-afterschool-202/2023-01-12/
LOCATION:Hitchcock Center for the Environment\, 845 West Street\, Amherst\, MA\, 01002
CATEGORIES:Ages 5–8 or Grades K–3
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230112T153000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230112T173000
DTSTAMP:20260403T231432
CREATED:20221121T072846Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221121T072846Z
UID:10003205-1673537400-1673544600@www.hitchcockcenter.org
SUMMARY:Girls into the Wild Afterschool
DESCRIPTION:GIRLS INTO THE WILD AFTERSCHOOL\nwith Katie Koerten\nAges 8–11 or Grades 3–5\nThursdays\, 3:30-5:30pm\nJanuary 5 – March 16 (no program February 23)\nFee per Child: Tier A-$296 | Tier B-$257| Tier C-$219  | Tier D-$167\nLimited to 13 participants \nJoin us in winter 2023 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!
URL:https://www.hitchcockcenter.org/event/girls-into-the-wild-afterschool-16/2023-01-12/
LOCATION:Hitchcock Center for the Environment\, 845 West Street\, Amherst\, MA\, 01002
CATEGORIES:Ages 5–8/Grades K–3 or Ages 9–11/Grades 4–6
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230114T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230114T110000
DTSTAMP:20260403T231432
CREATED:20221121T055208Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221121T055208Z
UID:10003062-1673690400-1673694000@www.hitchcockcenter.org
SUMMARY:Second Saturday Family Science
DESCRIPTION:with Emily Schuttenberg\nAges 5–7 or Grades K–1\nSecond Saturdays\, 10–11am\nJan. 14\, Feb. 11\, March 11\, April 8\, May 13\, June 10\nSuggested Donation: $5–$30 per family \nJoin us for seasonal nature and science programs each second Saturday of the month. Designed for children (ages 5–7) with their parents\, these programs will explore cool topics in nature. We will be learning while moving\, often exploring the woods behind our building. \nJanuary 14: Winter Wonderland \nCome explore the shimmery\, sparkly\, silvery world of snow and ice! In our journey through a Winter Wonderland\, we’ll discover properties of frozen water\, investigating the shapes\, sizes\, and colors of snowflakes and icicles. \n 
URL:https://www.hitchcockcenter.org/event/second-saturday-family-science-11/
LOCATION:Hitchcock Center for the Environment\, 845 West Street\, Amherst\, MA\, 01002
CATEGORIES:Family Programs
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230118T153000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230118T173000
DTSTAMP:20260403T231432
CREATED:20221121T072114Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221121T072114Z
UID:10003166-1674055800-1674063000@www.hitchcockcenter.org
SUMMARY:Junior Nature Play Afterschool
DESCRIPTION:JUNIOR NATURE PLAY AFTERSCHOOL\nWith: Lauren Dausch\nAges 5-7 or Grades K-1\nWednesdays\, 3:30pm-5:30pm\nJanuary 4 – March 15 (no program February 22)\nExtended Days on February 15\, March 8\nFee per Child: Tier A-$353 | Tier B-$307 | Tier C-$261 | Tier D-$200\nLimited to 11 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 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.
URL:https://www.hitchcockcenter.org/event/junior-nature-play-afterschool-16/2023-01-18/
LOCATION:Hitchcock Center for the Environment\, 845 West Street\, Amherst\, MA\, 01002
CATEGORIES:Ages 5–8 or Grades K–3
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230118T153000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230118T173000
DTSTAMP:20260403T231432
CREATED:20221121T072323Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221130T203320Z
UID:10003176-1674055800-1674063000@www.hitchcockcenter.org
SUMMARY:Nature Play Afterschool
DESCRIPTION:NATURE PLAY AFTERSCHOOL\nWith: Jeff Mazur\nAges 6-9 or grades 1-3\nWednesdays\, 3:30-5:30\nJanuary 4 – March 15 (no program on February 22)\nExtended Days on February 15\, March 8\nFee per Child: Tier A-$353 | Tier B-$307 | Tier C-$261  | Tier D-$200\nLimited to 13 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. 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.
URL:https://www.hitchcockcenter.org/event/nature-play-afterschool-201/2023-01-18/
LOCATION:Hitchcock Center for the Environment\, 845 West Street\, Amherst\, MA\, 01002
CATEGORIES:Ages 5–8 or Grades K–3
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230118T153000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230118T173000
DTSTAMP:20260403T231432
CREATED:20221121T072503Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221121T072503Z
UID:10003186-1674055800-1674063000@www.hitchcockcenter.org
SUMMARY:Wild Children of the Woods
DESCRIPTION:WILD CHILDREN OF THE WOODS\nWith: Emily Schuttenberg\nAges 8-11 or Grades 3-5\nWednesdays 3:30 – 5:30\nJanuary 4 – March 15 (no program on February 22)\nExtended Days on February 15\, March 8\nFee per Child: Tier A-$353 | Tier B-$307 | Tier C-$261  | Tier D-$200\nLimited to 13 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 the seasons change in 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.
URL:https://www.hitchcockcenter.org/event/wild-children-of-the-woods-31/2023-01-18/
LOCATION:Hitchcock Center for the Environment\, 845 West Street\, Amherst\, MA\, 01002
CATEGORIES:Ages 5–8/Grades K–3 or Ages 9–11/Grades 4–6
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230119T153000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230119T173000
DTSTAMP:20260403T231432
CREATED:20221121T072701Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221130T203417Z
UID:10003196-1674142200-1674149400@www.hitchcockcenter.org
SUMMARY:Nature Play Afterschool
DESCRIPTION:NATURE PLAY AFTERSCHOOL \nWith: Emily Schuttenberg\nAges 6-9 or grades 1-3\nThursdays\, 3:30-5:30\nJanuary 5 – March 16 (no program February 23)\nFee per Child: Tier A-$296 | Tier B-$257 | Tier C-$219  | Tier D-$167\nLimited to 13 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. 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.
URL:https://www.hitchcockcenter.org/event/nature-play-afterschool-202/2023-01-19/
LOCATION:Hitchcock Center for the Environment\, 845 West Street\, Amherst\, MA\, 01002
CATEGORIES:Ages 5–8 or Grades K–3
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230119T153000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230119T173000
DTSTAMP:20260403T231432
CREATED:20221121T072846Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221121T072846Z
UID:10003206-1674142200-1674149400@www.hitchcockcenter.org
SUMMARY:Girls into the Wild Afterschool
DESCRIPTION:GIRLS INTO THE WILD AFTERSCHOOL\nwith Katie Koerten\nAges 8–11 or Grades 3–5\nThursdays\, 3:30-5:30pm\nJanuary 5 – March 16 (no program February 23)\nFee per Child: Tier A-$296 | Tier B-$257| Tier C-$219  | Tier D-$167\nLimited to 13 participants \nJoin us in winter 2023 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!
URL:https://www.hitchcockcenter.org/event/girls-into-the-wild-afterschool-16/2023-01-19/
LOCATION:Hitchcock Center for the Environment\, 845 West Street\, Amherst\, MA\, 01002
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:20230120T084500
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230120T150000
DTSTAMP:20260403T231432
CREATED:20221121T061529Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221121T061529Z
UID:10003074-1674204300-1674226800@www.hitchcockcenter.org
SUMMARY:School Curriculum Day at Hitchcock
DESCRIPTION:Friday\, January 6 · Friday\, January 20 · Friday\, April 7\n8:45 am to 3:00 pm\nAges 6-9 or grades 1 – 3*\nFee per Child: Tier A-$93 | Tier B-$81 | Tier C-$69  | Tier D-$53 \nCome play outside on this day off 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. 
URL:https://www.hitchcockcenter.org/event/school-curriculum-day-at-hitchcock-3/
LOCATION:Hitchcock Center for the Environment\, 845 West Street\, Amherst\, MA\, 01002
CATEGORIES:Ages 5–8 or Grades K–3
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230121T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230121T110000
DTSTAMP:20260403T231432
CREATED:20221121T060041Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221121T060041Z
UID:10003068-1674295200-1674298800@www.hitchcockcenter.org
SUMMARY:Third Saturday Science
DESCRIPTION:With Monya Relles\nAges 5–7 or Grades  K–1\nThird saturdays\, 10–11am\nSuggested Donation: $5–$30 per family \nCome meet one of the Hitchcock Center’s animal ambassadors. Designed for children (ages 5–7) with their parents\, these programs will include some time with one of the Hitchcock Center teaching animals and a craft. \nJanuary 21 – Snails \nMarch 18 – Frogs \nMay 20 – Sticks
URL:https://www.hitchcockcenter.org/event/third-saturday-science/
LOCATION:Hitchcock Center for the Environment\, 845 West Street\, Amherst\, MA\, 01002
CATEGORIES:Family Programs
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230123T153000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230123T173000
DTSTAMP:20260403T231432
CREATED:20221121T071539Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221121T071539Z
UID:10003147-1674487800-1674495000@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 3:30-5:30\nJanuary 9 – March 13 (no class January 16 or February 20)\nTier A:$234 Tier B:$203 Tier C:$173 Tier D:$132\nLimited to 13 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 the seasons change in 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.
URL:https://www.hitchcockcenter.org/event/wild-children-of-the-woods-30/2023-01-23/
LOCATION:Hitchcock Center for the Environment\, 845 West Street\, Amherst\, MA\, 01002
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:20230124T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230124T140000
DTSTAMP:20260403T231432
CREATED:20221121T070813Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221121T070813Z
UID:10003141-1674554400-1674568800@www.hitchcockcenter.org
SUMMARY:Discovery Day: Energy is Electrifying
DESCRIPTION:Energy is Electrifying\nWith Emily Schuttenberg\nJanuary 24\, 2023\nAges 6-12 or grades 1 – 6\nTier A:$70 Tier B:$61 Tier C:$52 Tier D:$40\nLimited to 13 participants \nWe use electricity for so many things\, but where does it come from? Come investigate with us as we learn about the ways electricity can be generated and how this affects the environment. We’ll explore with circuits and even design a way to generate our own electricity.
URL:https://www.hitchcockcenter.org/event/discovery-day-energy-is-electrifying/
LOCATION:Hitchcock Center for the Environment\, 845 West Street\, Amherst\, MA\, 01002
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:20230125T153000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230125T173000
DTSTAMP:20260403T231432
CREATED:20221121T072114Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221121T072114Z
UID:10003167-1674660600-1674667800@www.hitchcockcenter.org
SUMMARY:Junior Nature Play Afterschool
DESCRIPTION:JUNIOR NATURE PLAY AFTERSCHOOL\nWith: Lauren Dausch\nAges 5-7 or Grades K-1\nWednesdays\, 3:30pm-5:30pm\nJanuary 4 – March 15 (no program February 22)\nExtended Days on February 15\, March 8\nFee per Child: Tier A-$353 | Tier B-$307 | Tier C-$261 | Tier D-$200\nLimited to 11 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 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.
URL:https://www.hitchcockcenter.org/event/junior-nature-play-afterschool-16/2023-01-25/
LOCATION:Hitchcock Center for the Environment\, 845 West Street\, Amherst\, MA\, 01002
CATEGORIES:Ages 5–8 or Grades K–3
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230125T153000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230125T173000
DTSTAMP:20260403T231432
CREATED:20221121T072323Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221130T203320Z
UID:10003177-1674660600-1674667800@www.hitchcockcenter.org
SUMMARY:Nature Play Afterschool
DESCRIPTION:NATURE PLAY AFTERSCHOOL\nWith: Jeff Mazur\nAges 6-9 or grades 1-3\nWednesdays\, 3:30-5:30\nJanuary 4 – March 15 (no program on February 22)\nExtended Days on February 15\, March 8\nFee per Child: Tier A-$353 | Tier B-$307 | Tier C-$261  | Tier D-$200\nLimited to 13 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. 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.
URL:https://www.hitchcockcenter.org/event/nature-play-afterschool-201/2023-01-25/
LOCATION:Hitchcock Center for the Environment\, 845 West Street\, Amherst\, MA\, 01002
CATEGORIES:Ages 5–8 or Grades K–3
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230125T153000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230125T173000
DTSTAMP:20260403T231432
CREATED:20221121T072503Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221121T072503Z
UID:10003187-1674660600-1674667800@www.hitchcockcenter.org
SUMMARY:Wild Children of the Woods
DESCRIPTION:WILD CHILDREN OF THE WOODS\nWith: Emily Schuttenberg\nAges 8-11 or Grades 3-5\nWednesdays 3:30 – 5:30\nJanuary 4 – March 15 (no program on February 22)\nExtended Days on February 15\, March 8\nFee per Child: Tier A-$353 | Tier B-$307 | Tier C-$261  | Tier D-$200\nLimited to 13 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 the seasons change in 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.
URL:https://www.hitchcockcenter.org/event/wild-children-of-the-woods-31/2023-01-25/
LOCATION:Hitchcock Center for the Environment\, 845 West Street\, Amherst\, MA\, 01002
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:20230126T153000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230126T173000
DTSTAMP:20260403T231432
CREATED:20221121T072701Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221130T203417Z
UID:10003197-1674747000-1674754200@www.hitchcockcenter.org
SUMMARY:Nature Play Afterschool
DESCRIPTION:NATURE PLAY AFTERSCHOOL \nWith: Emily Schuttenberg\nAges 6-9 or grades 1-3\nThursdays\, 3:30-5:30\nJanuary 5 – March 16 (no program February 23)\nFee per Child: Tier A-$296 | Tier B-$257 | Tier C-$219  | Tier D-$167\nLimited to 13 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. 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.
URL:https://www.hitchcockcenter.org/event/nature-play-afterschool-202/2023-01-26/
LOCATION:Hitchcock Center for the Environment\, 845 West Street\, Amherst\, MA\, 01002
CATEGORIES:Ages 5–8 or Grades K–3
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230126T153000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230126T173000
DTSTAMP:20260403T231432
CREATED:20221121T072846Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221121T072846Z
UID:10003207-1674747000-1674754200@www.hitchcockcenter.org
SUMMARY:Girls into the Wild Afterschool
DESCRIPTION:GIRLS INTO THE WILD AFTERSCHOOL\nwith Katie Koerten\nAges 8–11 or Grades 3–5\nThursdays\, 3:30-5:30pm\nJanuary 5 – March 16 (no program February 23)\nFee per Child: Tier A-$296 | Tier B-$257| Tier C-$219  | Tier D-$167\nLimited to 13 participants \nJoin us in winter 2023 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!
URL:https://www.hitchcockcenter.org/event/girls-into-the-wild-afterschool-16/2023-01-26/
LOCATION:Hitchcock Center for the Environment\, 845 West Street\, Amherst\, MA\, 01002
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:20230127T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230127T113000
DTSTAMP:20260403T231432
CREATED:20221121T064557Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221121T064557Z
UID:10003116-1674813600-1674819000@www.hitchcockcenter.org
SUMMARY:Nature Discovery Preschool Days
DESCRIPTION:Nature Discovery Winter Preschool Days\nWith 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 for winter)\nFee per child per day: Tier A-$23 per day | Tier B-$20 per day | Tier C-$17 per day | Tier D- $13\nLimited to 8 families. Limit of 2 children per adult. \nCelebrate the outdoors in winter with your preschooler! Colleen and Helen Ann will teach these four winter programs. Sign up for one\, two or all three programs. Come prepared for winter outdoor exploration! Limited to 8 families per day. Non-refundable within a week of the program\, all refunds incur a 10% administrative fee. \nFriday\, January 27: How Animals Live in Winter \nFriday\, February 17: Signs of Animals and Tracking \nFriday\, March 10: Slip\, Slide – Ice and Snow! \nFriday\, March 24: Signs of Spring
URL:https://www.hitchcockcenter.org/event/nature-discovery-preschool-days/
LOCATION:Hitchcock Center for the Environment\, 845 West Street\, Amherst\, MA\, 01002
CATEGORIES:Ages 3–5 or Grade Pre-K
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