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SUMMARY:Nature Play and Learning Places Garden Work Day
DESCRIPTION:The Hitchcock Center is expanding its nature play area. Join this community effort and come help us dig\, weed\, plant\, mulch\, haul\, etc. Bring tools and gloves if you have them. \nSaturday\, March 31\, 12-3pm\nSunday\, April 22\, 12-3pm\nSaturday\, May 5\, 12-3pm\nSunday\, June 3\, 12-3pm \nRegistration appreciated
URL:https://www.hitchcockcenter.org/event/nature-play-and-learning-places-garden-work-day-3/
LOCATION:Hitchcock Center for the Environment\, 845 West Street\, Amherst\, MA\, 01002
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20180505T070000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20180505T100000
DTSTAMP:20260404T190054
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LAST-MODIFIED:20180312T192230Z
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SUMMARY:Bird Migration with John Green
DESCRIPTION:Warbler migration is a May treat not to missed. John has a great ear and will teach you the calls of birds even if you can’t get your binoculars on them. All birding levels welcome. Bring binoculars if you have them. \nSaturday\, May 5\, 7-10am\n$15 members/$20/Non-members\nRegistration required \n 
URL:https://www.hitchcockcenter.org/event/bird-migration-with-john-green/
LOCATION:Fieldtrip Location
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20180504T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20180504T170000
DTSTAMP:20260404T190054
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LAST-MODIFIED:20180309T170724Z
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SUMMARY:Living Building Tour
DESCRIPTION:Come meet our newest educator – our building! It is designed to model systems in nature\, it is net zero energy\, net zero water\, has composting toilets\, and has been made with responsibly sourced non-toxic materials\, come check it out at one of our bi-monthly tours. Tours typically last from 1-1.5 hours. \nSpring tour schedule:\nFirst Fridays at 4pm: April 6\, May 4\, June 1\nThird Wednesdays at 12pm: March 21\, April 18\, May 16\, June 20\nFREE but please register online \n\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-29/
LOCATION:Hitchcock Center for the Environment\, 845 West Street\, Amherst\, MA\, 01002
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20180504T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20180504T150000
DTSTAMP:20260404T190054
CREATED:20171121T180840Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180125T152719Z
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SUMMARY:Nature Discovery Preschool
DESCRIPTION:Spineless Wonders – Animals without Backbones\nPretend to shrink down real small to explore the spineless wonders of our natural world! This Spring\, Colleen will introduce children to the crawling\, sliding\, hopping\, flying world of worms\, spiders\, snails\, pill bugs and insects. All those spineless wonders are animals without backbones. Through live observations\, puppets\, stories\, model making\, songs and snacks\, children will become more familiar with these creatures. An adult is required to attend with each child. Space is limited. For children ages 3-5 years. \nwith Colleen Kelley\, Hitchcock educator\nAges 3-5 (Caregiver required to attend with child)\nFridays\, March 23 – June 8 (no program 4/20 or 5/4)\nMorning session: 9:30am-11:30pm\nAfternoon session: 1:00pm-3:00pm\nMembers: $205/Non-members: $225
URL:https://www.hitchcockcenter.org/event/nature-discovery-preschool-91/
LOCATION:Hitchcock Center for the Environment\, 845 West Street\, Amherst\, MA\, 01002
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20180504T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20180504T113000
DTSTAMP:20260404T190054
CREATED:20171121T175921Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180125T152436Z
UID:10000789-1525426200-1525433400@www.hitchcockcenter.org
SUMMARY:Nature Discovery Preschool
DESCRIPTION:Spineless Wonders – Animals without Backbones\nPretend to shrink down real small to explore the spineless wonders of our natural world! This Spring\, Colleen will introduce children to the crawling\, sliding\, hopping\, flying world of worms\, spiders\, snails\, pill bugs and insects. All those spineless wonders are animals without backbones. Through live observations\, puppets\, stories\, model making\, songs and snacks\, children will become more familiar with these creatures. An adult is required to attend with each child. Space is limited. For children ages 3-5 years. \nwith Colleen Kelley\, Hitchcock educator\nAges 3-5 (Caregiver required to attend with child)\nFridays\, March 23 – June 8 (no program 4/20 or 5/18)\nMorning session: 9:30am-11:30pm\nAfternoon session: 1:00pm-3:00pm\nMembers: $205/Non-members: $225
URL:https://www.hitchcockcenter.org/event/nature-discovery-preschool-81/
LOCATION:Hitchcock Center for the Environment\, 845 West Street\, Amherst\, MA\, 01002
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20180503T153000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20180503T173000
DTSTAMP:20260404T190054
CREATED:20171121T205839Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20171121T205839Z
UID:10000859-1525361400-1525368600@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. Now in its fourth year\, 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 – all while noticing the birds that are singing\, the flowers that are blooming and the animals that are leaving tracks behind. Come build your confidence and show your wild side! Families provide their own transportation to the Hitchcock Center. \nwith Katie Koerten\, Hitchcock Educator\nAges 8-11\, Grades 3-5\nThursdays\, March 29 – June 14\, 2018 (No program 4/19)\n3:30pm-5:30pm\n$270 members/$354 nonmembers
URL:https://www.hitchcockcenter.org/event/girls-into-the-wild-74/
LOCATION:Hitchcock Center for the Environment\, 845 West Street\, Amherst\, MA\, 01002
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20180502T153000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20180502T173000
DTSTAMP:20260404T190054
CREATED:20171121T203321Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20171121T203321Z
UID:10000848-1525275000-1525282200@www.hitchcockcenter.org
SUMMARY:Nature Play Afterschool
DESCRIPTION:Spring fever is in the air\, and it is time to get the kids outside to let out some of their energy! 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 Spring Nature Play\, we explore vernal pools\, notice the first signs of spring\, build forts\, make up games and use our imagination as we explore the wooded trails and fields. Instructor Jeff Mazur 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 Jeff Mazur\nAges 6-9\, Graces 1-3\nWednesdays\, March 28 – June 13 (No program 4/18)\n3:30-5:30pm\, extended days 1:30-5:30pm (4/4 and 5/9)\n$275 members/$300 nonmembers
URL:https://www.hitchcockcenter.org/event/nature-play-afterschool-86/
LOCATION:Hitchcock Center for the Environment\, 845 West Street\, Amherst\, MA\, 01002
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20180501T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20180501T140000
DTSTAMP:20260404T190054
CREATED:20171121T200755Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20171122T170038Z
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SUMMARY:Homeschool Discovery Day
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\, although the occasional parents and younger siblings stay as long as disruptions are kept to a minimum. Limited to 12 participants per program. \nwith Katie Koerten or Jeff Mazur\nTuesdays 10:00am-2:00pm\nAges 6-12\nMembers: $42 per program/Non-members: $46 per program\nTuesdays\, January 9\, January 23\, February 27\, March 6\, April 3\, May 1\, June 12 \n\nJanuary 9 Animals in Winter with Jeff Mazur \nJanuary 23 How Does Water Get To Our Faucet? Field Trip with Jeff Mazur \nFebruary 27 How Sweet It Is: Making Maple Syrup with Jeff Mazur \nMarch 6 Native Americans of the Eastern Woodlands with Katie Koerten \nApril 3 Poisonous or Venomous? An Exploration of Natural Defenses with Jeff Mazur \nMay 1 Making and Tinkering Workshop with Katie Koerten \nJune 12 The River in Our Backyard: Field Trip to Groff Park with Katie Koerten
URL:https://www.hitchcockcenter.org/event/homeschool-discovery-day-15/
LOCATION:Hitchcock Center for the Environment\, 845 West Street\, Amherst\, MA\, 01002
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20180429T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20180429T153000
DTSTAMP:20260404T190054
CREATED:20180312T185757Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180425T201003Z
UID:10000965-1525010400-1525015800@www.hitchcockcenter.org
SUMMARY:Native Plants: What’s Good for Nature is also Easier on the Gardener! Full\, Wait list only!
DESCRIPTION:Learn about the importance and ease of creating native gardens which are long-lasting\, lovely and bolster biodiversity by supporting native insects\, including pollinators and other wildlife such as nesting or migrating birds and mammals including us. Dan’s discussion will include underutilized native shrubs for rural\, suburban and urban gardens and why plants are better than mulch. Historically\, native flowers\, ground covers\, shrubs\, trees\, ferns and grasses evolved and adapted perfectly to New England’s growing conditions so they don’t need pampering. His presentation\, like the book\, will help even novice gardeners learn how to landscape in a way that helps heal our ailing environment. The one and a half hour presentation is followed by a book signing and mini-tours of the gardens by master gardeners. Books will be available for purchase. \nPresenter: Dan Jaffe\, Propagator and Stock Grower at New England Wild Flower Society’s Garden in the Woods\, and co-author with colleague Mark Richardson of the new book\, Native Plants for New England Gardens. The 100 native plants selected by the authors and photographed by Dan are stunning enough to grace any garden\, and are accompanied by their expert advice about the best place to plant each species and how to care for it. \nPLEASE NOTE: This program is full and wait list only. \nwith Dan Jaffe\nSunday\, April 29\, 2-3:30pm\nRegister here\nCo-sponsored by the Hitchcock Center and the Western Massachusetts Master Gardener Association
URL:https://www.hitchcockcenter.org/event/native-plants-whats-good-for-nature-is-also-easier-on-the-gardener-2/
LOCATION:Hitchcock Center for the Environment\, 845 West Street\, Amherst\, MA\, 01002
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20180429T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20180429T120000
DTSTAMP:20260404T190054
CREATED:20171226T000303Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20171226T000303Z
UID:10000923-1524992400-1525003200@www.hitchcockcenter.org
SUMMARY:Nature All Year Study Club: Vernal Pools
DESCRIPTION:Join us for our fifth year of offering an in-depth natural history course for naturalists and citizen scientists. Each month\, in our series of nature explorations with different local naturalists\, we explore a focused\, seasonal\, natural history topic. We’ll look at nature in new ways\, from broad habitat perspectives to close details of individual species. Over the course of the year we’ll visit a variety of natural habitats in the greater Pioneer Valley area. Identification skills\, ecological connections\, adaptations\, and life cycles of organisms will be the focus of our observations. Bring your curiosity and observation skills and be prepared to spend time outdoors. Dress for the weather as we rarely cancel due to inclement weather. Bring binoculars and a hand lens\, water and snacks if you would like. Carpooling to more distant locations will be encouraged. \nSundays once per month\, 9am-12pm (some class times may vary depending on topics)\nMembers: $300/Non-members: $350 for the full course\nDrop-in cost is $30. \nRegister here
URL:https://www.hitchcockcenter.org/event/nature-all-year-study-club-vernal-pools/
LOCATION:Fieldtrip Location
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20180429T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20180429T113000
DTSTAMP:20260404T190054
CREATED:20180312T190618Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180426T164217Z
UID:10000969-1524992400-1525001400@www.hitchcockcenter.org
SUMMARY:Nature Photography: Rock\, Flower\, Water at the Holyoke Range (Cancelled)
DESCRIPTION:Join naturalist and photographer John Green to explore one or all three of these themes of nature photography. Bring tripods and extra lenses if you have them\, but they are not necessary. \nwith John Green\, naturalist and photographer\nROCK: Sunday\, April 29\, 9-11:30am at Sunderland Falls – Cancelled for April 29 only\nFLOWER & TREE: Sunday\, May 20\, 9-11:30am at Holyoke Range\nWATER: Sunday\, June 10\, 9-11:30am at Mt. Toby\nSingle Class: Members $20/Non-members $25\n3 Class Series: Members $50/Non-members $65\nRegistration required
URL:https://www.hitchcockcenter.org/event/nature-photography-rock-flower-water-at-the-holyoke-range/
LOCATION:Hitchcock Center for the Environment\, 845 West Street\, Amherst\, MA\, 01002
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20180428T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20180428T113000
DTSTAMP:20260404T190054
CREATED:20180202T174027Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180202T174027Z
UID:10000938-1524911400-1524915000@www.hitchcockcenter.org
SUMMARY:Family StoryWalk Series with Dawn Marvin Ward
DESCRIPTION:Saturdays\, 10:30am-11:30am\nApril 28: Looking for a Moose\nMay 19: A Fairy Went A-Marketing\nJune 16: Turtle Splash!\nFREE\nRegister here \nLooking for a fun Saturday morning activity with your young children? This spring\, we are excited to be offering a free StoryWalk series with Dawn Ward! Designed for pre-readers and their families\, Dawn’s StoryWalks will include an outdoor family walk and indoor natural history touch-table activities. Join us for one or all! Many thanks to the Amherst Cultural Council for generously funding this series. 
URL:https://www.hitchcockcenter.org/event/family-storywalk-series-with-dawn-marvin-ward/
LOCATION:Hitchcock Center for the Environment\, 845 West Street\, Amherst\, MA\, 01002
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20180428T073000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20180428T100000
DTSTAMP:20260404T190054
CREATED:20180309T164827Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180309T164827Z
UID:10000942-1524900600-1524909600@www.hitchcockcenter.org
SUMMARY:Youth and Family Birding
DESCRIPTION:Spring migration is the most exciting time of year to get out and see birds! Come learn the new species returning from the south wearing their spring colors. Be the next generation of birders! \nwith Dan Ziomek\, Local Birder and WRSI’s Bird Songs Radio Program\nFor young people ages 8-13 and their families\nSaturday\, April 28 and/or Saturday\, May 12\n7:30am-10am\nIndividual/Youth: Members $12 Non-members $15 per class\nParent/Child: Members $18/Non-members $22 per class\nSpace is limited\, registration required
URL:https://www.hitchcockcenter.org/event/youth-and-family-birding/
LOCATION:Fieldtrip Location
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20180427T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20180427T150000
DTSTAMP:20260404T190054
CREATED:20171121T180616Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20171121T180616Z
UID:10000797-1524834000-1524841200@www.hitchcockcenter.org
SUMMARY:Nature Discovery Preschool
DESCRIPTION:Spineless Wonders – Animals without Backbones\nPretend to shrink down real small to explore the spineless wonders of our natural world! This Spring\, Colleen will introduce children to the crawling\, sliding\, hopping\, flying world of worms\, spiders\, snails\, pill bugs and insects. All those spineless wonders are animals without backbones. Through live observations\, puppets\, stories\, model making\, songs and snacks\, children will become more familiar with these creatures. An adult is required to attend with each child. Space is limited. For children ages 3-5 years. \nwith Colleen Kelley\, Hitchcock educator\nAges 3-5 (Caregiver required to attend with child)\nFridays\, March 23 – June 8 (no program 4/20 or 5/4)\nMorning session: 9:30am-11:30pm\nAfternoon session: 1:00pm-3:00pm\nMembers: $205/Non-members: $225
URL:https://www.hitchcockcenter.org/event/nature-discovery-preschool-89/
LOCATION:Hitchcock Center for the Environment\, 845 West Street\, Amherst\, MA\, 01002
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20180427T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20180427T113000
DTSTAMP:20260404T190054
CREATED:20171121T175711Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20171121T175711Z
UID:10000787-1524821400-1524828600@www.hitchcockcenter.org
SUMMARY:Nature Discovery Preschool
DESCRIPTION:Spineless Wonders – Animals without Backbones\nPretend to shrink down real small to explore the spineless wonders of our natural world! This Spring\, Colleen will introduce children to the crawling\, sliding\, hopping\, flying world of worms\, spiders\, snails\, pill bugs and insects. All those spineless wonders are animals without backbones. Through live observations\, puppets\, stories\, model making\, songs and snacks\, children will become more familiar with these creatures. An adult is required to attend with each child. Space is limited. For children ages 3-5 years. \nwith Colleen Kelley\, Hitchcock educator\nAges 3-5 (Caregiver required to attend with child)\nFridays\, March 23 – June 8 (no program 4/20 or 5/4)\nMorning session: 9:30am-11:30pm\nAfternoon session: 1:00pm-3:00pm\nMembers: $205/Non-members: $225
URL:https://www.hitchcockcenter.org/event/nature-discovery-preschool-79/
LOCATION:Hitchcock Center for the Environment\, 845 West Street\, Amherst\, MA\, 01002
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20180426T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20180426T190000
DTSTAMP:20260404T190054
CREATED:20180406T133300Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180411T194344Z
UID:10000985-1524763800-1524769200@www.hitchcockcenter.org
SUMMARY:Adventures When Nothing Goes to Plan: A Story Slam from Wildlife Scientists
DESCRIPTION:Too often\, the stories behind conducting science are kept within the science community. Conducting wildlife science research inevitably involves facing adversity like dangerous field conditions\, risky data collection methods\, and confrontations with mother nature\, and this makes for some great stories. Adversity can also create unexpected moments of beauty\, adventure\, and emotional power that can be life changing. The Pioneer Valley hosts many wildlife scientists who conduct domestic and international research. They are ready to share their adventures with you in a story slam. Come join us for this story slam and hear these untold stories from wildlife scientist from the Pioneer Valley.   \nThursday\, April 26th 5:00-6:30pm\nFREE\nRegistration and donations appreciated
URL:https://www.hitchcockcenter.org/event/adventures-when-nothing-goes-to-plan-a-story-slam-from-wildlife-scientists/
LOCATION:Hitchcock Center for the Environment\, 845 West Street\, Amherst\, MA\, 01002
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20180426T153000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20180426T173000
DTSTAMP:20260404T190054
CREATED:20171121T205748Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20171122T190124Z
UID:10000858-1524756600-1524763800@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. Now in its fourth year\, 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 – all while noticing the birds that are singing\, the flowers that are blooming and the animals that are leaving tracks behind. Come build your confidence and show your wild side! Families provide their own transportation to the Hitchcock Center. \nwith Katie Koerten\, Hitchcock Educator\nAges 8-11\, Grades 3-5\nThursdays\, March 29 – June 14\, 2018 (No program 4/19)\n3:30pm-5:30pm\n$270 members/$354 nonmembers
URL:https://www.hitchcockcenter.org/event/9873/
LOCATION:Hitchcock Center for the Environment\, 845 West Street\, Amherst\, MA\, 01002
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20180425T153000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20180425T173000
DTSTAMP:20260404T190054
CREATED:20171121T203238Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20171121T203238Z
UID:10000847-1524670200-1524677400@www.hitchcockcenter.org
SUMMARY:Nature Play Afterschool
DESCRIPTION:Spring fever is in the air\, and it is time to get the kids outside to let out some of their energy! 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 Spring Nature Play\, we explore vernal pools\, notice the first signs of spring\, build forts\, make up games and use our imagination as we explore the wooded trails and fields. Instructor Jeff Mazur 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 Jeff Mazur\nAges 6-9\, Graces 1-3\nWednesdays\, March 28 – June 13 (No program 4/18)\n3:30-5:30pm\, extended days 1:30-5:30pm (4/4 and 5/9)\n$275 members/$300 nonmembers
URL:https://www.hitchcockcenter.org/event/nature-play-afterschool-85/
LOCATION:Hitchcock Center for the Environment\, 845 West Street\, Amherst\, MA\, 01002
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20180424T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20180424T203000
DTSTAMP:20260404T190054
CREATED:20180312T185628Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180314T142437Z
UID:10000964-1524596400-1524601800@www.hitchcockcenter.org
SUMMARY:The Home Garden: Small Scale Practices for Soil improvement and Carbon Sequestration 
DESCRIPTION:Maintaining living plant cover is one of the essential practices of building soil health. This workshop provides practical guidance on using cover crops in a small-scale\, non-mechanized\, no-till context to improve soil health for growing more nutritious food\, more vibrant ornamentals and for sequestering atmospheric carbon into the soil. Sharon is a homesteader /organic grower/educator 38+ years using no-till & cover crop soil building practices on a small scale. She and her partner and are co-directors of the Wild Browse Farm and Sustainability Center on their homestead in Wendell\, MA. She is the NOFA/Mass Soil Carbon Outreach Coordinator. \nwith Sharon Gensler\, Northeast Organic Farming Association\nTuesday\, April 24\, 7-8:30pm\n$6 Suggested donation\, registration appreciated
URL:https://www.hitchcockcenter.org/event/the-home-garden-small-scale-practices-for-soil-improvement-and-carbon-sequestration/
LOCATION:Hitchcock Center for the Environment\, 845 West Street\, Amherst\, MA\, 01002
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20180424T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20180424T140000
DTSTAMP:20260404T190054
CREATED:20171122T185934Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20171122T185934Z
UID:10000897-1524564000-1524578400@www.hitchcockcenter.org
SUMMARY:Homeschool I
DESCRIPTION:Feathers to Flight\nIt’s spring! What better time of year is there to discover the birds all around us? At Homeschool I we will explore the wonderful adaptations that makes a bird a bird\, and how specialized beaks\, feet and feathers make them suited for their habitats. We’ll learn tools for identifying a bird by examining field markings\, size\, and flight patterns. We will observe birds at our feeders and in different habitats on field trips. We’ll also meet live birds of prey with special visitor Tom Ricardi! Get ready for an amazing birding adventure with spring homeschool! Bring binoculars if you have them. Limited to 12 participants. \nwith Katie Koerten\, Hitchcock educator\nTuesdays\, March 13\, 20\, 27\, April 10\, 24\, May 8\, 15\, 22\, 29\, June 5\n(no program 4/3\, 4/17\, or 5/1)\n10:00am-2:00pm\nAges 6-8\n$420 members/$450 nonmembers – financial aid available
URL:https://www.hitchcockcenter.org/event/homeschool-i-29/
LOCATION:Hitchcock Center for the Environment\, 845 West Street\, Amherst\, MA\, 01002
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20180424T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20180424T140000
DTSTAMP:20260404T190054
CREATED:20171121T214923Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20171121T214923Z
UID:10000879-1524564000-1524578400@www.hitchcockcenter.org
SUMMARY:Homeschool II
DESCRIPTION:Rocks and Water: The Shaping of Our Valley\nDiscover the stories in the stones around us!  We live in a geologically unique area\, and the landscape provides intriguing clues to the past. At Homeschool II we will find evidence of shifting plate tectonics\, earthquakes\, volcanoes\, glaciers\, and the power of water. We will hike up mountains\, collect rocks\, and explore the rivers that have cut through the land. Join the fun as we conduct experiments\, create crafts\, explore home projects\, and play outside. \nwith Jeff Mazur\, Hitchcock educator\nTuesdays\, March 13\, 20\, 27\, April 10\, 24\, May 8\, 15\, 22\, 29\, June 5\n(no program 4/3\, 4/17\, or 5/1)\n10:00am-2:00pm\nAges 9-12\n$420 members/$450 nonmembers – financial aid available
URL:https://www.hitchcockcenter.org/event/homeschool-ii-23/
LOCATION:Hitchcock Center for the Environment\, 845 West Street\, Amherst\, MA\, 01002
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20180422T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20180422T153000
DTSTAMP:20260404T190054
CREATED:20180312T185403Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180314T141847Z
UID:10000962-1524398400-1524411000@www.hitchcockcenter.org
SUMMARY:Repair Public: Fixery through Community
DESCRIPTION:Repair Public is an exercise in community resourcefulness. The basic idea is to encourage people to learn how and/or where to fix broken items instead of tossing them into a landfill and buying replacements. The participants and facilitators are local community members just like you. You bring a broken item that you want help repairing as well as a willingness to try to fix it. There will be repair facilitators on-hand to help you figure out how to fix your treasure\, each with one or more areas of specialty. We’ll have various tools available for use\, as well as some basic supplies like screws\, tape\, glue\, wire nuts\, needles\, threads\, and probably appliance cord with some plug-ends. With all these ingredients\, we intend to repair whatever you decide to bring in – To learn more https://repairpublic.org/. \nSunday\, April 22\, 12-3:30pm\nSunday\, July 22\, 12-3:30pm\nDonations and registration appreciated
URL:https://www.hitchcockcenter.org/event/repair-public-fixery-through-community/
LOCATION:Hitchcock Center for the Environment\, 845 West Street\, Amherst\, MA\, 01002
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20180422T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20180422T150000
DTSTAMP:20260404T190054
CREATED:20180309T185114Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180314T173104Z
UID:10000953-1524398400-1524409200@www.hitchcockcenter.org
SUMMARY:Nature Play and Learning Places Garden Work Day
DESCRIPTION:The Hitchcock Center is expanding its nature play area. Join this community effort and come help us dig\, weed\, plant\, mulch\, haul\, etc. Bring tools and gloves if you have them. \nSaturday\, March 31\, 12-3pm\nSunday\, April 22\, 12-3pm\nSaturday\, May 5\, 12-3pm\nSunday\, June 3\, 12-3pm \nRegistration appreciated
URL:https://www.hitchcockcenter.org/event/nature-play-and-learning-places-garden-work-day-2/
LOCATION:Hitchcock Center for the Environment\, 845 West Street\, Amherst\, MA\, 01002
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20180421T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20180421T140000
DTSTAMP:20260404T190054
CREATED:20180312T185239Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180420T150933Z
UID:10000961-1524315600-1524319200@www.hitchcockcenter.org
SUMMARY:Organic Lawn Care: What is Lawn? POSTPONED
DESCRIPTION:Lawn is not simply grass. It is a relationship between grass plants\, soil conditions\, and a complex soil ecology. This ecology is known as the soil food web. A handful of healthy soil has billions of microflora and fauna\, fungi\, earthworms\, micro and macro arthopods\, etc. Not every green lawn is a healthy lawn. This living system is in stark contrast to a chemical lawn care system. Whether home-owner or professionally applied\, chemical based fertilizers and pesticides destroy the delicate soil food web\, killing the soil\, creating a breeding ground for pest and weed problems. This creates a downward spiral of chemical-dependency to maintain a green-looking lawn\, and to address the problems that chemicals have caused in the first place. What is the organic approach? A holistic approach to plant health care that includes soil health\, regeneration\, and appropriate cultural techniques. Through working with the elements of a healthy soil\, instead of against them\, it encourages greater soil health and\, over time\, conditions the soil to a nearly self-sustaining level requiring few\, if any\, added inputs. \nwith Andrew Hatfield\, Pioneer Valley Organic Landscaping\nSaturday\, April 21\, 1-2pm\nDonations and registration appreciated
URL:https://www.hitchcockcenter.org/event/organic-lawn-care-what-is-lawn/
LOCATION:Hitchcock Center for the Environment\, 845 West Street\, Amherst\, MA\, 01002
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20180420T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20180420T150000
DTSTAMP:20260404T190054
CREATED:20171121T174143Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20171121T174143Z
UID:10000782-1524213000-1524236400@www.hitchcockcenter.org
SUMMARY:Spring Vacation Camp
DESCRIPTION:Spend your days off from school learning and playing outside at the Hitchcock Center! We’ll explore topics in spring ecology while playing games\, making crafts and spending time with our live animals. Sign up for as many days as you wish. Online registration opens January 14. \nAges 6-10\, Grades K-5\nMonday through Friday\, April 16-20\nMembers: $60 per day/Non-members: $70 per day
URL:https://www.hitchcockcenter.org/event/spring-vacation-camp-15/
LOCATION:Hitchcock Center for the Environment\, 845 West Street\, Amherst\, MA\, 01002
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20180419T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20180419T150000
DTSTAMP:20260404T190054
CREATED:20171121T174041Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20171121T174052Z
UID:10000781-1524126600-1524150000@www.hitchcockcenter.org
SUMMARY:Spring Vacation Camp
DESCRIPTION:Spend your days off from school learning and playing outside at the Hitchcock Center! We’ll explore topics in spring ecology while playing games\, making crafts and spending time with our live animals. Sign up for as many days as you wish. Online registration opens January 14. \nAges 6-10\, Grades K-5\nMonday through Friday\, April 16-20\nMembers: $60 per day/Non-members: $70 per day
URL:https://www.hitchcockcenter.org/event/spring-vacation-camp-14/
LOCATION:Hitchcock Center for the Environment\, 845 West Street\, Amherst\, MA\, 01002
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20180418T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20180418T130000
DTSTAMP:20260404T190054
CREATED:20180309T170934Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180309T170934Z
UID:10000949-1524052800-1524056400@www.hitchcockcenter.org
SUMMARY:Living Building Tour
DESCRIPTION:Come meet our newest educator – our building! It is designed to model systems in nature\, it is net zero energy\, net zero water\, has composting toilets\, and has been made with responsibly sourced non-toxic materials\, come check it out at one of our bi-monthly tours. Tours typically last from 1-1.5 hours. \nSpring tour schedule:\nFirst Fridays at 4pm: April 6\, May 4\, June 1\nThird Wednesdays at 12pm: March 21\, April 18\, May 16\, June 20\nFREE but please register online \n\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-31/
LOCATION:Hitchcock Center for the Environment\, 845 West Street\, Amherst\, MA\, 01002
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20180418T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20180418T150000
DTSTAMP:20260404T190054
CREATED:20171121T173950Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20171121T173950Z
UID:10000780-1524040200-1524063600@www.hitchcockcenter.org
SUMMARY:Spring Vacation Camp
DESCRIPTION:Spend your days off from school learning and playing outside at the Hitchcock Center! We’ll explore topics in spring ecology while playing games\, making crafts and spending time with our live animals. Sign up for as many days as you wish. Online registration opens January 14. \nAges 6-10\, Grades K-5\nMonday through Friday\, April 16-20\nMembers: $60 per day/Non-members: $70 per day
URL:https://www.hitchcockcenter.org/event/spring-vacation-camp-13/
LOCATION:Hitchcock Center for the Environment\, 845 West Street\, Amherst\, MA\, 01002
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20180417T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20180417T150000
DTSTAMP:20260404T190054
CREATED:20171121T173900Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20171121T173900Z
UID:10000779-1523953800-1523977200@www.hitchcockcenter.org
SUMMARY:Spring Vacation Camp
DESCRIPTION:Spend your days off from school learning and playing outside at the Hitchcock Center! We’ll explore topics in spring ecology while playing games\, making crafts and spending time with our live animals. Sign up for as many days as you wish. Online registration opens January 14. \nAges 6-10\, Grades K-5\nMonday through Friday\, April 16-20\nMembers: $60 per day/Non-members: $70 per day
URL:https://www.hitchcockcenter.org/event/spring-vacation-camp-12/
LOCATION:Hitchcock Center for the Environment\, 845 West Street\, Amherst\, MA\, 01002
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20180416T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20180416T150000
DTSTAMP:20260404T190054
CREATED:20171121T173808Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20171121T173808Z
UID:10000778-1523867400-1523890800@www.hitchcockcenter.org
SUMMARY:Spring Vacation Camp
DESCRIPTION:Spend your days off from school learning and playing outside at the Hitchcock Center! We’ll explore topics in spring ecology while playing games\, making crafts and spending time with our live animals. Sign up for as many days as you wish. Online registration opens January 14. \nAges 6-10\, Grades K-5\nMonday through Friday\, April 16-20\nMembers: $60 per day/Non-members: $70 per day
URL:https://www.hitchcockcenter.org/event/spring-vacation-camp-11/
LOCATION:Hitchcock Center for the Environment\, 845 West Street\, Amherst\, MA\, 01002
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