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SUMMARY:Girls into the Wild: Winter
DESCRIPTION:Girls into the Wild: Winter \nwith Katie Koerten\nGrades 4 – 6\nThursdays\, 3:30 PM – 5:30 PM\nJanuary 4 – March 14 (no program February 22)\nFee per Child: Tier A-$314 | Tier B-$261 | Tier C-$222  | Tier D-$170\nLimited to 12 participants \nJoin us in winter 2024 for more romping wildly through the fields and forests of the Hitchcock Center. As always we’ll visit our favorite places to play in the forest\, such as Stump City\, the Forest Garden\, 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-winter/2024-02-15/
CATEGORIES:Ages 9–11 or Grades 4–6
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DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240215T200000
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SUMMARY:Nature Trivia Night in Support of the Scholarship Fund
DESCRIPTION:Thursday\, February 15\n6 pm – 8 pm\nSliding Scale Tickets: $20\, $30\, $40\nLocated at Hitchcock Center\nTeams up to 4\, pub style fun. \n \nJoin us for a fun evening of testing your nature knowledge to raise money for our scholarship fund! Winning team will split the pot with Hitchcock! What’s a group of seals called? When do the Great-horned Owls mate? What is this bird? Do you know? Come test yourself and hang with others who also love to geek out about nature stuff.  \nREGISTER HERE
URL:https://www.hitchcockcenter.org/event/nature-trivia-night-in-support-of-the-scholarship-fund/
CATEGORIES:Adult Programs
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240216T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240216T113000
DTSTAMP:20260404T131833
CREATED:20231109T200408Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231109T200408Z
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SUMMARY:Nature Discovery Preschool Days: Animal Signs
DESCRIPTION:Nature Discovery Winter Preschool Days\nWith Colleen Kelley\nAges 3-5 (Adult required to attend with child)\nJanuary 26\, February 16\, March 8\n10:00 AM – 11:30 AM (Please note the later start time for winter)\nFee per child/adult pair per day: Tier A-$40 per day | Tier B-$33 per day | Tier C-$28 per day | Tier D- $21\nLimited to 8 families. Limit of 2 children per adult. \nCelebrate the outdoors in winter with your preschooler! Colleen will teach these three 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\, February 16: Signs of Animals and Tracking \nFriday\, March 8: Slip\, Slide – Ice and Snow!
URL:https://www.hitchcockcenter.org/event/nature-discovery-preschool-days-animal-signs/
CATEGORIES:Ages 3–5 or Grade Pre-K
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240218T153000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240218T173000
DTSTAMP:20260404T131833
CREATED:20240606T200819Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240606T200821Z
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SUMMARY:Girls into the Wild
DESCRIPTION:with Katie Koerten\nGrades 4 – 6\nTuesdays\, 3:30 – 5:30 PM\nSeptember 3 – December 17 (no program November 5)\nFee per Child: Tier A-$453 | Tier B-$378 | Tier C-$321  | Tier D-$245\nLimited to 12 participants \nGirls into the Wild is back in Fall 2024 for more romping wildly through the field and forests of the Hitchcock Center with Katie! 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-131-2/2024-02-18/
CATEGORIES:Ages 9–11 or Grades 4–6
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240219T084500
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240219T150000
DTSTAMP:20260404T131833
CREATED:20231109T202443Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231109T202443Z
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SUMMARY:Winter Vacation Days
DESCRIPTION:Monday through Friday\, February 19-23\n8:45 AM – 3:00 PM \nAge Groups:\nJumping Mice: Grades K-1\nBrown Bats: Grades 1-2\nGroundhogs: Grades 3-5 \nFee per child per day: Tier A-$110 | Tier B-$92 | Tier C-$78  | Tier D-$60\nLimited 12 Participants for Jumping Mice\nLimited to 15 participants for Brown Bats and Groundhogs \nSpend your days off from school learning and playing outside at the Hitchcock Center! Our theme this winter is winter resilience! How do animals survive and thrive in the winter? We’ll explore ideas like biomimicry\, biodiversity\, and the science of insulation all while making crafts and spending time with our live animals. Sign up for as many days as you wish. Five-year olds must be in Kindergarten in order to participate. First graders may register for the K-1 age group or the 1-2 age group.  Non-refundable within a week of the program\, all cancellations incur a 10% administrative fee.
URL:https://www.hitchcockcenter.org/event/winter-vacation-days-7/2024-02-19/
CATEGORIES:Ages 5–8/Grades K–3 or Ages 9–11/Grades 4–6
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240220T084500
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240220T150000
DTSTAMP:20260404T131833
CREATED:20231109T202443Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231109T202443Z
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SUMMARY:Winter Vacation Days
DESCRIPTION:Monday through Friday\, February 19-23\n8:45 AM – 3:00 PM \nAge Groups:\nJumping Mice: Grades K-1\nBrown Bats: Grades 1-2\nGroundhogs: Grades 3-5 \nFee per child per day: Tier A-$110 | Tier B-$92 | Tier C-$78  | Tier D-$60\nLimited 12 Participants for Jumping Mice\nLimited to 15 participants for Brown Bats and Groundhogs \nSpend your days off from school learning and playing outside at the Hitchcock Center! Our theme this winter is winter resilience! How do animals survive and thrive in the winter? We’ll explore ideas like biomimicry\, biodiversity\, and the science of insulation all while making crafts and spending time with our live animals. Sign up for as many days as you wish. Five-year olds must be in Kindergarten in order to participate. First graders may register for the K-1 age group or the 1-2 age group.  Non-refundable within a week of the program\, all cancellations incur a 10% administrative fee.
URL:https://www.hitchcockcenter.org/event/winter-vacation-days-7/2024-02-20/
CATEGORIES:Ages 5–8/Grades K–3 or Ages 9–11/Grades 4–6
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240221T084500
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240221T150000
DTSTAMP:20260404T131833
CREATED:20231109T202443Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231109T202443Z
UID:10003659-1708505100-1708527600@www.hitchcockcenter.org
SUMMARY:Winter Vacation Days
DESCRIPTION:Monday through Friday\, February 19-23\n8:45 AM – 3:00 PM \nAge Groups:\nJumping Mice: Grades K-1\nBrown Bats: Grades 1-2\nGroundhogs: Grades 3-5 \nFee per child per day: Tier A-$110 | Tier B-$92 | Tier C-$78  | Tier D-$60\nLimited 12 Participants for Jumping Mice\nLimited to 15 participants for Brown Bats and Groundhogs \nSpend your days off from school learning and playing outside at the Hitchcock Center! Our theme this winter is winter resilience! How do animals survive and thrive in the winter? We’ll explore ideas like biomimicry\, biodiversity\, and the science of insulation all while making crafts and spending time with our live animals. Sign up for as many days as you wish. Five-year olds must be in Kindergarten in order to participate. First graders may register for the K-1 age group or the 1-2 age group.  Non-refundable within a week of the program\, all cancellations incur a 10% administrative fee.
URL:https://www.hitchcockcenter.org/event/winter-vacation-days-7/2024-02-21/
CATEGORIES:Ages 5–8/Grades K–3 or Ages 9–11/Grades 4–6
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240222T084500
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240222T150000
DTSTAMP:20260404T131833
CREATED:20231109T202443Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231109T202443Z
UID:10003660-1708591500-1708614000@www.hitchcockcenter.org
SUMMARY:Winter Vacation Days
DESCRIPTION:Monday through Friday\, February 19-23\n8:45 AM – 3:00 PM \nAge Groups:\nJumping Mice: Grades K-1\nBrown Bats: Grades 1-2\nGroundhogs: Grades 3-5 \nFee per child per day: Tier A-$110 | Tier B-$92 | Tier C-$78  | Tier D-$60\nLimited 12 Participants for Jumping Mice\nLimited to 15 participants for Brown Bats and Groundhogs \nSpend your days off from school learning and playing outside at the Hitchcock Center! Our theme this winter is winter resilience! How do animals survive and thrive in the winter? We’ll explore ideas like biomimicry\, biodiversity\, and the science of insulation all while making crafts and spending time with our live animals. Sign up for as many days as you wish. Five-year olds must be in Kindergarten in order to participate. First graders may register for the K-1 age group or the 1-2 age group.  Non-refundable within a week of the program\, all cancellations incur a 10% administrative fee.
URL:https://www.hitchcockcenter.org/event/winter-vacation-days-7/2024-02-22/
CATEGORIES:Ages 5–8/Grades K–3 or Ages 9–11/Grades 4–6
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240223T084500
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240223T150000
DTSTAMP:20260404T131833
CREATED:20231109T202443Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231109T202443Z
UID:10003661-1708677900-1708700400@www.hitchcockcenter.org
SUMMARY:Winter Vacation Days
DESCRIPTION:Monday through Friday\, February 19-23\n8:45 AM – 3:00 PM \nAge Groups:\nJumping Mice: Grades K-1\nBrown Bats: Grades 1-2\nGroundhogs: Grades 3-5 \nFee per child per day: Tier A-$110 | Tier B-$92 | Tier C-$78  | Tier D-$60\nLimited 12 Participants for Jumping Mice\nLimited to 15 participants for Brown Bats and Groundhogs \nSpend your days off from school learning and playing outside at the Hitchcock Center! Our theme this winter is winter resilience! How do animals survive and thrive in the winter? We’ll explore ideas like biomimicry\, biodiversity\, and the science of insulation all while making crafts and spending time with our live animals. Sign up for as many days as you wish. Five-year olds must be in Kindergarten in order to participate. First graders may register for the K-1 age group or the 1-2 age group.  Non-refundable within a week of the program\, all cancellations incur a 10% administrative fee.
URL:https://www.hitchcockcenter.org/event/winter-vacation-days-7/2024-02-23/
CATEGORIES:Ages 5–8/Grades K–3 or Ages 9–11/Grades 4–6
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240224T050000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240224T170000
DTSTAMP:20260404T131833
CREATED:20240108T174015Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240108T174015Z
UID:10003821-1708750800-1708794000@www.hitchcockcenter.org
SUMMARY:Spring Birding Course
DESCRIPTION:Spring Birding Course with Scott Surner\nFebruary 24 – June 8 2024\nClasses and field trips\nSliding scale tickets: $375\, $325\, $280\nUp to 15 participants. Registration required.  \nFeb 24: Travel day. 5 pm – all Day. Plum Island or Cape Ann. We start the class by birding along the Massachusetts coastline looking for winter ducks\, Loons\, Grebes\, Purple Sandpipers\, and perhaps a Snowy Owl. \nREGISTER HERE
URL:https://www.hitchcockcenter.org/event/spring-birding-course/
CATEGORIES:Adult Programs
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240225T153000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240225T173000
DTSTAMP:20260404T131833
CREATED:20240606T200819Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240606T200821Z
UID:10004178-1708875000-1708882200@www.hitchcockcenter.org
SUMMARY:Girls into the Wild
DESCRIPTION:with Katie Koerten\nGrades 4 – 6\nTuesdays\, 3:30 – 5:30 PM\nSeptember 3 – December 17 (no program November 5)\nFee per Child: Tier A-$453 | Tier B-$378 | Tier C-$321  | Tier D-$245\nLimited to 12 participants \nGirls into the Wild is back in Fall 2024 for more romping wildly through the field and forests of the Hitchcock Center with Katie! 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-131-2/2024-02-25/
CATEGORIES:Ages 9–11 or Grades 4–6
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240226T153000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240226T173000
DTSTAMP:20260404T131833
CREATED:20231110T205350Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231110T205529Z
UID:10003698-1708961400-1708968600@www.hitchcockcenter.org
SUMMARY:Wild Children of the Woods: Winter  
DESCRIPTION:Wild Children of the Woods \nwith Monya Relles\nGrades 3 – 5\nMondays 3:30 PM – 5:30 PM\nJanuary 8 – March 11 (no class January 15 or February 19)\nTier A:$249 | Tier B:$207 | Tier C:$176 | Tier D:$135\nLimited to 12 participants \nWe go to the woods to think\, learn\, play\, and explore in this afterschool series for upper-elementary schoolers. We will roam the grounds of the Hitchcock Center as we watch the seasons change in our beautiful woods. We’lll 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-winter-9/2024-02-26/
CATEGORIES:Ages 5–8/Grades K–3 or Ages 9–11/Grades 4–6
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240226T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240226T203000
DTSTAMP:20260404T131833
CREATED:20231215T192439Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240104T171047Z
UID:10003813-1708975800-1708979400@www.hitchcockcenter.org
SUMMARY:Book Circle: All We Can Save
DESCRIPTION:All We Can Save Book Circle\nJanuary – May\n2nd and 4th Mondays of the month\, 7:30pm – 8:30pm \nAre you hungry for deeper dialogue about the climate crisis and building community around solutions? We are too. All We Can Save Circles are like a book club\, but a cooler\, deeper\, extended version. Let’s strengthen the “we” in All We Can Save. Circles were created by Dr. Katharine Wilkinson.  Join us for this bimonthly book circle\, must commit to most dates.  Please submit interest here or email casey@hitchcockcenter.org.  Some copies available to borrow from Hitchcock.  \nAll We Can Save: Truth\, Courage\, and solutions for the Climate Crisis\nEdited by Ayana Elizabeth Johnson and Katharine K. Wilkinson\nREGISTER HERE
URL:https://www.hitchcockcenter.org/event/book-circle-all-we-can-save-4/
CATEGORIES:Adult Programs
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240228T153000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240228T173000
DTSTAMP:20260404T131833
CREATED:20231110T205820Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231110T205820Z
UID:10003718-1709134200-1709141400@www.hitchcockcenter.org
SUMMARY:Junior Nature Play Afterschool: Winter
DESCRIPTION:Junior Nature Play Afterschool Series: Winter \nwith Lauren Dausch\nGrades K – 2\nWednesdays\, 3:30 PM – 5:30 PM\nJanuary 3 – March 13 (no program February 21 or March 6)\nFee per Child: Tier A-$281 | Tier B-$234 | Tier C-$199 | Tier D-$152\nLimited to 12 participants \nHitchcock’s Junior Nature Play Afterschool Program is designed to let kids be kids. Together we will run\, jump\, climb\, invent\, imagine\, play and be free-range kids all while developing self-confidence and learning valuable social skills. During 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-winter/2024-02-28/
CATEGORIES:Ages 5–8 or Grades K–3
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240228T153000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240228T173000
DTSTAMP:20260404T131833
CREATED:20231110T210108Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231110T210108Z
UID:10003738-1709134200-1709141400@www.hitchcockcenter.org
SUMMARY:Nature Play Afterschool: Winter
DESCRIPTION:Nature Play Afterschool Series: Winter \nwith Jeff Mazur\nGrades 2 – 4\nWednesdays\, 3:30 PM – 5:30 PM\nJanuary 3 – March 13 (no program February 21 or March 6)\nFee per Child: Tier A-$281 | Tier B-$234 | Tier C-$199  | Tier D-$152\nLimited to 12 participants \nHitchcock’s Nature Play Afterschool Program is designed to let kids be kids. Together we will run\, jump\, climb\, invent\, imagine\, play and be free-range kids all while developing self-confidence and learning valuable social skills. 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-winter/2024-02-28/
CATEGORIES:Ages 5–8/Grades K–3 or Ages 9–11/Grades 4–6
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240228T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240228T190000
DTSTAMP:20260404T131833
CREATED:20240226T180410Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240226T180410Z
UID:10003926-1709143200-1709146800@www.hitchcockcenter.org
SUMMARY:Big Migration AKA "Big Night" Volunteer Info & Training
DESCRIPTION:Big Migration – “Big Night” Volunteer Information and Training Session\nWednesday\, February 28\, 6pm – 7pm \nIt is getting close to the time of year again for Big Migration! On the first rainy\, warm nights of spring\, thousands of spotted salamanders\, wood frogs\, spring peepers\, and other amphibians travel to vernal pools and other wetlands to breed. This migration is known as “Big Night” — though it rarely occurs on just one evening. Most years\, “Big Night” is actually one or two Big Nights\, a few Medium-Sized Nights\, and a Small Night here or there\, which can take place anytime from mid-March to early May. In Amherst\, this happens on Henry Street\, where amphibians make their annual journey from their forest territories to their breeding pools at Henry Street in North Amherst. \nWe will have a short presentation on the yellow-spotted salamander\, and the history of the salamander tunnels. We all also discuss how volunteers can help this year\, by gathering data and being ambassadors for others who come to the tunnels\, to share how to safely participate in this once-a-year event. \nJoin us to help prepare for the excitement of the Big Migration and assist the Henry Street amphibians on their journey – generally\, the first rainy night( or nights) of spring when temperatures remain above 40 degrees. \nSign up for our training session on February 28 and to get migration updates through Spring!  \nBIG MIGRATION EMAIL LIST
URL:https://www.hitchcockcenter.org/event/big-migration-aka-big-night-volunteer-info-training/
CATEGORIES:Adult Programs,Family Programs
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240229T153000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240229T173000
DTSTAMP:20260404T131833
CREATED:20231110T210521Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231110T210521Z
UID:10003779-1709220600-1709227800@www.hitchcockcenter.org
SUMMARY:Girls into the Wild: Winter
DESCRIPTION:Girls into the Wild: Winter \nwith Katie Koerten\nGrades 4 – 6\nThursdays\, 3:30 PM – 5:30 PM\nJanuary 4 – March 14 (no program February 22)\nFee per Child: Tier A-$314 | Tier B-$261 | Tier C-$222  | Tier D-$170\nLimited to 12 participants \nJoin us in winter 2024 for more romping wildly through the fields and forests of the Hitchcock Center. As always we’ll visit our favorite places to play in the forest\, such as Stump City\, the Forest Garden\, 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-winter/2024-02-29/
CATEGORIES:Ages 9–11 or Grades 4–6
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240229T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240229T203000
DTSTAMP:20260404T131833
CREATED:20231215T183842Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231215T183842Z
UID:10003806-1709229600-1709238600@www.hitchcockcenter.org
SUMMARY:Film Screening: Kiss the Ground
DESCRIPTION:Thursday\, February 29 at 6 pm\nRegistration required\, donations appreciated.\n \nCome watch Kiss the Ground with us at Hitchcock Center. \nREGISTER HERE
URL:https://www.hitchcockcenter.org/event/film-screening-kiss-the-ground/
CATEGORIES:Adult Programs
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240301T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240301T193000
DTSTAMP:20260404T131833
CREATED:20231215T183540Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240202T170317Z
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SUMMARY:Fireside Chat: Astronomy
DESCRIPTION:Friday\, February 2 at 6:30 pm\n(Bad weather date is Friday\, March 1)\nRegistration required\nSliding scale: $12\, $20\, $32 \nWe love crisp\, clear winter nights here! Join us for warm drinks and snacks around the campfire along with stargazing.
URL:https://www.hitchcockcenter.org/event/fireside-chat-astronomy/
CATEGORIES:Adult Programs
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240303T153000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240303T173000
DTSTAMP:20260404T131833
CREATED:20240606T200819Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240606T200821Z
UID:10004179-1709479800-1709487000@www.hitchcockcenter.org
SUMMARY:Girls into the Wild
DESCRIPTION:with Katie Koerten\nGrades 4 – 6\nTuesdays\, 3:30 – 5:30 PM\nSeptember 3 – December 17 (no program November 5)\nFee per Child: Tier A-$453 | Tier B-$378 | Tier C-$321  | Tier D-$245\nLimited to 12 participants \nGirls into the Wild is back in Fall 2024 for more romping wildly through the field and forests of the Hitchcock Center with Katie! 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-131-2/2024-03-03/
CATEGORIES:Ages 9–11 or Grades 4–6
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240304T153000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240304T173000
DTSTAMP:20260404T131833
CREATED:20231110T205350Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231110T205529Z
UID:10003699-1709566200-1709573400@www.hitchcockcenter.org
SUMMARY:Wild Children of the Woods: Winter  
DESCRIPTION:Wild Children of the Woods \nwith Monya Relles\nGrades 3 – 5\nMondays 3:30 PM – 5:30 PM\nJanuary 8 – March 11 (no class January 15 or February 19)\nTier A:$249 | Tier B:$207 | Tier C:$176 | Tier D:$135\nLimited to 12 participants \nWe go to the woods to think\, learn\, play\, and explore in this afterschool series for upper-elementary schoolers. We will roam the grounds of the Hitchcock Center as we watch the seasons change in our beautiful woods. We’lll 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-winter-9/2024-03-04/
CATEGORIES:Ages 5–8/Grades K–3 or Ages 9–11/Grades 4–6
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240305T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240305T140000
DTSTAMP:20260404T131833
CREATED:20231109T203141Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231109T203206Z
UID:10003662-1709632800-1709647200@www.hitchcockcenter.org
SUMMARY:Homeschool I: Water Protectors
DESCRIPTION:Homeschool I: Water Protectors \nWith Lauren Dausch\nGrades 1 – 3\, Ages 6 – 8\nTuesdays 10:00 AM – 2:00 PM\nMarch 5 – May 28 (No program Mar 12\, Apr 9 for Discovery Days\, no class Apr 16 for April Vacation Week)\nTier A: $771 | Tier B: $643 | Tier C: $546 | Tier D: $418\nLimited to 12 participants \nInspired by the Indigenous water protectors of Standing Rock\, Homeschool 1 will focus on the sacredness of water. We will explore questions such as what is the importance of water\, and how does it connect everything? What is the water cycle? How can water support so many diverse habitats and creatures? We will gently learn about current issues involving clean water and water conservation\, and discover how we can be change-makers and caretakers of the earth no matter how old or young we are! Our group will explore this topic through outdoor play\, hands-on activities\, journaling\, songs\, community projects\, field trips\, and more. Join us as we become the water protectors we were meant to be! \nNon-refundable within a week of the start of the program; all refunds incur a 10% administrative fee.
URL:https://www.hitchcockcenter.org/event/homeschool-i-water-protectors/2024-03-05/
CATEGORIES:Ages 5–8/Grades K–3 or Ages 9–11/Grades 4–6
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240305T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240305T140000
DTSTAMP:20260404T131833
CREATED:20231109T203356Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231109T203356Z
UID:10003672-1709632800-1709647200@www.hitchcockcenter.org
SUMMARY:Homeschool II: H2WHOA
DESCRIPTION:Homeschool II:  H2WHOA!: How Water Connects Us \nGrades 4-6\, Ages 9-12\nTuesdays 10:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m.\nMarch 5 – May 28 (No program Mar 12\, Apr 9 for Discovery Days\, no class Apr 16 for April Vacation Week)\nTier A: $771 | Tier B:$643 | Tier C:$546 | Tier D:$418\nLimited to 12 participants  \nHow do clouds form? Where does water go once it’s down the drain? What lives in a vernal pool? Discover the answers as we explore daily water-related themes\, and the ways this vital liquid connects all life. Learn about aquatic plants and animals\, the ways humans affect our ecosystem\, and the importance of caring for our shared waters as members of communities. Try building a beaver dam\, forming your own snowflakes\, and measure the health of local ponds and streams. This class will feature field trips\, engineering challenges\, games\, crafts\, journaling\, and more. \nNon-refundable within a week of the start of the program; all refunds incur a 10% administrative fee.
URL:https://www.hitchcockcenter.org/event/homeschool-ii-h2whoa/2024-03-05/
CATEGORIES:Ages 9–11 or Grades 4–6
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240306T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240306T203000
DTSTAMP:20260404T131833
CREATED:20231215T184000Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231215T184000Z
UID:10003807-1709751600-1709757000@www.hitchcockcenter.org
SUMMARY:Workshop: How to Talk about Climate Change
DESCRIPTION:How to Talk about Climate Change: Climate Action through Conversation \nA workshop with Ezra Markowitz \nWednesday\, March 6\n7 pm – 8:30 pm\nRegistration required\, donations appreciated. \n \nMost people spend very little time talking about environmental issues with their colleagues\, friends and family members. Yet research shows that these are exactly the conversations we need to be having in order to promote greater public engagement with the climate change and sustainability challenges we face. In this talk\, I will present some of the research we and others have done on the key role of interpersonal communication—everyday social interactions and conversations—in climate change decisions. I will then highlight how this work can be used to support pro-environmental decision-making across a variety of issues. This will be a moderated conversation with lots of time for Q&A.
URL:https://www.hitchcockcenter.org/event/workshop-how-to-talk-about-climate-change/
CATEGORIES:Adult Programs
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240307T153000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240307T173000
DTSTAMP:20260404T131833
CREATED:20231110T210521Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231110T210521Z
UID:10003780-1709825400-1709832600@www.hitchcockcenter.org
SUMMARY:Girls into the Wild: Winter
DESCRIPTION:Girls into the Wild: Winter \nwith Katie Koerten\nGrades 4 – 6\nThursdays\, 3:30 PM – 5:30 PM\nJanuary 4 – March 14 (no program February 22)\nFee per Child: Tier A-$314 | Tier B-$261 | Tier C-$222  | Tier D-$170\nLimited to 12 participants \nJoin us in winter 2024 for more romping wildly through the fields and forests of the Hitchcock Center. As always we’ll visit our favorite places to play in the forest\, such as Stump City\, the Forest Garden\, 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-winter/2024-03-07/
CATEGORIES:Ages 9–11 or Grades 4–6
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240308T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240308T113000
DTSTAMP:20260404T131833
CREATED:20231109T200512Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231109T200512Z
UID:10003577-1709892000-1709897400@www.hitchcockcenter.org
SUMMARY:Nature Discovery Preschool Days: Ice and Snow
DESCRIPTION:Nature Discovery Winter Preschool Days\nWith Colleen Kelley\nAges 3-5 (Adult required to attend with child)\nJanuary 26\, February 16\, March 8\n10:00 AM – 11:30 AM (Please note the later start time for winter)\nFee per child/adult pair per day: Tier A-$40 per day | Tier B-$33 per day | Tier C-$28 per day | Tier D- $21\nLimited to 8 families. Limit of 2 children per adult. \nCelebrate the outdoors in winter with your preschooler! Colleen will teach these three 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\, March 8: Slip\, Slide – Ice and Snow!
URL:https://www.hitchcockcenter.org/event/nature-discovery-preschool-days-ice-and-snow/
CATEGORIES:Ages 3–5 or Grade Pre-K
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240308T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240308T173000
DTSTAMP:20260404T131833
CREATED:20231109T205524Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240205T215724Z
UID:10003689-1709902800-1709919000@www.hitchcockcenter.org
SUMMARY:Fun Friday Frolics: Marvelous Mud
DESCRIPTION:with Alanna Johnston-Rutledge and Lauren Dausch\nGrades 1 – 3*\nFridays\, 1:00 PM – 5:30 PM\nFebruary 16\, March 8\, April 12\, May 10\nFee per Child: Tier A-$84 | Tier B-$70 | Tier C-$59  | Tier D-$45\nLimited to 12 participants \nNew! Come frolic in the forest on this Friday afternoon early release day for Amherst elementary schoolers! Bring a snack\, lunch and water bottle and come prepared to play outside\, no matter what the weather! Limited to 12 participants. *Depending on enrollment\, your kindergartner or 4th grader may be able to join. \nMarch 8 – Marvelous Mud \nApril 5 – Colors of Nature \nMay 10 – Insect adventures
URL:https://www.hitchcockcenter.org/event/fun-friday-frolics-marvelous-mud/
CATEGORIES:Ages 5–8 or Grades K–3
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240309T070000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240309T120000
DTSTAMP:20260404T131833
CREATED:20240108T174143Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240108T174143Z
UID:10003822-1709967600-1709985600@www.hitchcockcenter.org
SUMMARY:Spring Birding Course
DESCRIPTION:Spring Birding Course with Scott Surner\nFebruary 24 – June 8 2024\nClasses and field trips\nSliding scale tickets: $375\, $325\, $280\nUp to 15 participants. Registration required.  \nMarch 9: Local. 7 am – 12 pm. We’ll visit several areas in the Hadley\, Northampton\, and Hatfield areas looking for newly arriving waterfowl and perhaps Horned Larks\, Snow Buntings\, and Lapland Longspur. \nREGISTER HERE
URL:https://www.hitchcockcenter.org/event/spring-birding-course-2/
CATEGORIES:Adult Programs
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240309T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240309T110000
DTSTAMP:20260404T131833
CREATED:20231109T195604Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231109T195604Z
UID:10003570-1709978400-1709982000@www.hitchcockcenter.org
SUMMARY:Second Saturday Family Science
DESCRIPTION:Second Saturday Family Science\nwith Lauren Dausch\nAges 5–7 or Grades K–1\nSaturdays\, 10:00 AM – 11:00 AM\nJan. 13\, Feb. 10\, March 9\, April 13\, May 11\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. \nMarch 9: The Great Thaw \nAs our winter world enters the month of March\, a great thaw begins to happen all around us. As springtime approaches we will learn about the changes happening below and above ground as temperatures start to warm up.
URL:https://www.hitchcockcenter.org/event/second-saturday-family-science-24/
CATEGORIES:Ages 5–8 or Grades K–3,Family Programs
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240309T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240309T140000
DTSTAMP:20260404T131833
CREATED:20231109T194528Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231109T194528Z
UID:10003565-1709989200-1709992800@www.hitchcockcenter.org
SUMMARY:Afternoons with the Animals
DESCRIPTION:Afternoons with the Animals \nwith Monya Relles\nSuggested ages 5-7 or Grades  K–1\nSpecial time: 1:00 PM – 2:00 PM\nSuggested Donation: $5 – $30 per family \nCome meet one of the Hitchcock Center’s animal ambassadors. Designed for children (ages 5–7) with their caregivers\, these programs will include some time with one of the Hitchcock Center teaching animals and a craft. \nMarch 9 – Cob the corn snake \nMay 11 – Meet the Pill bugs
URL:https://www.hitchcockcenter.org/event/afternoons-with-the-animals-2/
CATEGORIES:Ages 5–8 or Grades K–3
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