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SUMMARY:10am-12pm February Vacation Day
DESCRIPTION:Winter can feel like years when kept indoors. For this Winter Vacation Week children can come spend time with our educators and see how wonderful the winter really is when experienced outdoors! During these days educators will bring children into the wintery woods to play games\, build snow forts\, sled\, and learn how to keep warm and have fun while playing outdoors in winter. \nIn order to maintain our policies of safety and care during the Winter Vacation Week\, we will continue to offer outdoor only programs in lieu of our typical camp schedule. As a result\, we are offering two separate two-hour programs for outdoor play each day. These programs will be a morning block from 10am-Noon and an afternoon block from 1:30-3:30pm. Families can choose the morning program\, the afternoon program\, or both as it suits their needs. Families choosing both the morning and afternoon blocks will need to arrange for their child to be picked up and allowed to warm up inside before joining for the second program. Full week registration will be required for whichever time is chosen. \nJumping Mice (Grades K–1) with Aemelia Thompson\nBrown Bats (Grades 2–3) with Monya Relles\nGroundhogs (Grades 4–5) with Jeff Mazur \nFebruary 15–19\, 10am–12pm AND/OR 1:30–3:30pm\nFee per child for one session/day: Tier A-$138  | Tier B-$110 | Tier C-$83  | Tier D-$55\nFee per child for two sessions/day: Tier A-$276  | Tier B-$220 | Tier C-$166  | Tier D-$110
URL:https://www.hitchcockcenter.org/event/10am-12pm-february-vacation-day-3/
CATEGORIES:Ages 5–8/Grades K–3 or Ages 9–11/Grades 4–6
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210216T153000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210216T173000
DTSTAMP:20260406T094851
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LAST-MODIFIED:20201123T202514Z
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SUMMARY:1:30-3:30pm February Vacation Day
DESCRIPTION:Winter can feel like years when kept indoors. For this Winter Vacation Week children can come spend time with our educators and see how wonderful the winter really is when experienced outdoors! During these days educators will bring children into the wintery woods to play games\, build snow forts\, sled\, and learn how to keep warm and have fun while playing outdoors in winter. \nIn order to maintain our policies of safety and care during the Winter Vacation Week\, we will continue to offer outdoor only programs in lieu of our typical camp schedule. As a result\, we are offering two separate two-hour programs for outdoor play each day. These programs will be a morning block from 10am-Noon and an afternoon block from 1:30-3:30pm. Families can choose the morning program\, the afternoon program\, or both as it suits their needs. Families choosing both the morning and afternoon blocks will need to arrange for their child to be picked up and allowed to warm up inside before joining for the second program. Full week registration will be required for whichever time is chosen. \nJumping Mice (Grades K–1) with Aemelia Thompson\nBrown Bats (Grades 2–3) with Monya Relles\nGroundhogs (Grades 4–5) with Jeff Mazur \nFebruary 15–19\, 10am–12pm AND/OR 1:30–3:30pm\nFee per child for one session/day: Tier A-$138  | Tier B-$110 | Tier C-$83  | Tier D-$55\nFee per child for two sessions/day: Tier A-$276  | Tier B-$220 | Tier C-$166  | Tier D-$110
URL:https://www.hitchcockcenter.org/event/130-330pm-february-vacation-day-2/
CATEGORIES:Ages 5–8/Grades K–3 or Ages 9–11/Grades 4–6
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210216T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210216T120000
DTSTAMP:20260406T094851
CREATED:20201123T202051Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20201123T202051Z
UID:10002058-1613469600-1613476800@www.hitchcockcenter.org
SUMMARY:10am-12pm February Vacation Day
DESCRIPTION:Winter can feel like years when kept indoors. For this Winter Vacation Week children can come spend time with our educators and see how wonderful the winter really is when experienced outdoors! During these days educators will bring children into the wintery woods to play games\, build snow forts\, sled\, and learn how to keep warm and have fun while playing outdoors in winter. \nIn order to maintain our policies of safety and care during the Winter Vacation Week\, we will continue to offer outdoor only programs in lieu of our typical camp schedule. As a result\, we are offering two separate two-hour programs for outdoor play each day. These programs will be a morning block from 10am-Noon and an afternoon block from 1:30-3:30pm. Families can choose the morning program\, the afternoon program\, or both as it suits their needs. Families choosing both the morning and afternoon blocks will need to arrange for their child to be picked up and allowed to warm up inside before joining for the second program. Full week registration will be required for whichever time is chosen. \nJumping Mice (Grades K–1) with Aemelia Thompson\nBrown Bats (Grades 2–3) with Monya Relles\nGroundhogs (Grades 4–5) with Jeff Mazur \nFebruary 15–19\, 10am–12pm AND/OR 1:30–3:30pm\nFee per child for one session/day: Tier A-$138  | Tier B-$110 | Tier C-$83  | Tier D-$55\nFee per child for two sessions/day: Tier A-$276  | Tier B-$220 | Tier C-$166  | Tier D-$110
URL:https://www.hitchcockcenter.org/event/10am-12pm-february-vacation-day-2/
CATEGORIES:Ages 5–8/Grades K–3 or Ages 9–11/Grades 4–6
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210215T133000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210215T153000
DTSTAMP:20260406T094851
CREATED:20201123T202421Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20201123T202421Z
UID:10002062-1613395800-1613403000@www.hitchcockcenter.org
SUMMARY:1:30-3:30pm February Vacation Day
DESCRIPTION:Winter can feel like years when kept indoors. For this Winter Vacation Week children can come spend time with our educators and see how wonderful the winter really is when experienced outdoors! During these days educators will bring children into the wintery woods to play games\, build snow forts\, sled\, and learn how to keep warm and have fun while playing outdoors in winter. \nIn order to maintain our policies of safety and care during the Winter Vacation Week\, we will continue to offer outdoor only programs in lieu of our typical camp schedule. As a result\, we are offering two separate two-hour programs for outdoor play each day. These programs will be a morning block from 10am-Noon and an afternoon block from 1:30-3:30pm. Families can choose the morning program\, the afternoon program\, or both as it suits their needs. Families choosing both the morning and afternoon blocks will need to arrange for their child to be picked up and allowed to warm up inside before joining for the second program. Full week registration will be required for whichever time is chosen. \nJumping Mice (Grades K–1) with Aemelia Thompson\nBrown Bats (Grades 2–3) with Monya Relles\nGroundhogs (Grades 4–5) with Jeff Mazur \nFebruary 15–19\, 10am–12pm AND/OR 1:30–3:30pm\nFee per child for one session/day: Tier A-$138  | Tier B-$110 | Tier C-$83  | Tier D-$55\nFee per child for two sessions/day: Tier A-$276  | Tier B-$220 | Tier C-$166  | Tier D-$110
URL:https://www.hitchcockcenter.org/event/130-330pm-february-vacation-day/
CATEGORIES:Ages 5–8/Grades K–3 or Ages 9–11/Grades 4–6
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210215T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210215T120000
DTSTAMP:20260406T094851
CREATED:20201123T202002Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20201123T202002Z
UID:10002057-1613383200-1613390400@www.hitchcockcenter.org
SUMMARY:10am-12pm February Vacation Day
DESCRIPTION:Winter can feel like years when kept indoors. For this Winter Vacation Week children can come spend time with our educators and see how wonderful the winter really is when experienced outdoors! During these days educators will bring children into the wintery woods to play games\, build snow forts\, sled\, and learn how to keep warm and have fun while playing outdoors in winter. \nIn order to maintain our policies of safety and care during the Winter Vacation Week\, we will continue to offer outdoor only programs in lieu of our typical camp schedule. As a result\, we are offering two separate two-hour programs for outdoor play each day. These programs will be a morning block from 10am-Noon and an afternoon block from 1:30-3:30pm. Families can choose the morning program\, the afternoon program\, or both as it suits their needs. Families choosing both the morning and afternoon blocks will need to arrange for their child to be picked up and allowed to warm up inside before joining for the second program. Full week registration will be required for whichever time is chosen. \nJumping Mice (Grades K–1) with Aemelia Thompson\nBrown Bats (Grades 2–3) with Monya Relles\nGroundhogs (Grades 4–5) with Jeff Mazur \nFebruary 15–19\, 10am–12pm AND/OR 1:30–3:30pm\nFee per child for one session/day: Tier A-$138  | Tier B-$110 | Tier C-$83  | Tier D-$55\nFee per child for two sessions/day: Tier A-$276  | Tier B-$220 | Tier C-$166  | Tier D-$110
URL:https://www.hitchcockcenter.org/event/10am-12pm-february-vacation-day/
CATEGORIES:Ages 5–8/Grades K–3 or Ages 9–11/Grades 4–6
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210214T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210214T120000
DTSTAMP:20260406T094851
CREATED:20210204T185018Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210204T185018Z
UID:10002289-1613293200-1613304000@www.hitchcockcenter.org
SUMMARY:9am-12pm Nature All Year: Bark: Getting to Know Your Trees with Michael Wojtech
DESCRIPTION:Join us for an in-depth natural history course to develop your naturalists skills. 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. Dress for the weather for 3 hours as we rarely cancel due to inclement weather. Bring binoculars and a hand lens\, water and snacks if you would like. These will be outdoor only programs. Please dress for the weather and plan to wear a mask for everyone’s safety. \nJoin the author of Bark\, Michael Wojtech\, for a deeper look at tree ecology and identification using clues bark\, roots\, and buds. As a naturalist\, writer\, speaker\, photographer\, and illustrator\, Michael Wojtech strives to share the science and beauty of natural history in an accessible and compelling fashion. \nBackground: Michael is a naturalist\, educator and author of the book Bark: A Field Guide to Trees of the Northeast\, he writes\, photographs\, illustrates\, and presents programs about the structure\, growth processes\, and ecology of trees. He began his ongoing study of trees at Antioch University New England\, where he earned his Master’s Degree in Conservation Biology and edited the journal Whole Terrain. \nSunday\, February 14\, 9am-12pm\nNorwotuck Rail Trail at Lawrence Station \nTier A – $45 per class or $121 for winter season\nTier B – $36 per class or $97 for winter season\nTier C – $27 per class or $73 for winter season\nTier D – $18 per class or $49 for winter season\nThere is a 10% discount for signing up for the full fall series.
URL:https://www.hitchcockcenter.org/event/9am-12pm-nature-all-year-bark-getting-to-know-your-trees-with-michael-wojtech/
CATEGORIES:Adult Programs
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210213T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210213T104500
DTSTAMP:20260406T094851
CREATED:20201118T200845Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20201118T200845Z
UID:10001957-1613210400-1613213100@www.hitchcockcenter.org
SUMMARY:10:00-10:45am Second Saturday Science Walk: Tracks and Traces
DESCRIPTION:For our Winter sessions of Second Saturday Science we are changing things up a little. In order to still provide a safe outdoor space to learn about nature\, while keeping warm\, our programs will be set up as forest walks that will focus on different seasonal topics. Designed for children with their parents\, registration is required. \nJanuary 9: Birds of Winter\nFebruary 13: Tracks and Traces\nMarch 13: Camouflage \nAges ages 5–7 and Grades  K–1\nLimited to 12 participants.\nChildren must be accompanied by an adult. Limit of 3 children per adult. \nwith Aemelia Thompson\nSecond Saturdays\, 10:00–10:45am\nJanuary 9\, February 13\, March 13\nSuggested donation of $5-12 per family
URL:https://www.hitchcockcenter.org/event/1000-1045am-second-saturday-science-walk-tracks-and-traces/
CATEGORIES:Ages 5–8 or Grades K–3,Family Programs
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210212T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210212T143000
DTSTAMP:20260406T094851
CREATED:20201119T162653Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20201119T162653Z
UID:10001971-1613134800-1613140200@www.hitchcockcenter.org
SUMMARY:1:00-2:30pm Nature Discovery Preschool Adventure: Snow Surprises
DESCRIPTION:Come explore the wonders of winter! This award-winning adult and child preschool program offers weekly outdoor exploration together combined with multi-modal learning experiences to foster wonder and curiosity about the natural world. Each program includes movement\, song\, nature exploration\, snacktime\, and a story. Sign up for one or more days and choose from one of two time offerings\, Friday mornings or afternoons. An adult caregiver must attend with child(ren).  \nAges 3–5 or Grades Pre-K\nLimited to 12 participants (limit of 2 children per adult). \nwith Helen Ann Sephton\nFridays\, 10:00–11:30am OR 1:00–2:30pm\nFebruary 12\, 26\, March 12\, 19 \nFee per Child: Tier A-$17 per day | Tier B-$13 per day | Tier C-$9 per day | Tier D- $7\nFee per Adult: Tier A-$21 per day | Tier B-$17 per day | Tier C-$13 per day | Tier D- $9 \nJanuary 15: Winter Wonderland\nJanuary 29: Stick Stories\nFebruary 12: Snow Surprises\nFebruary 26: Plant Pleasures\nMarch 12: Wild About Wind\nMarch 19: Water Wonders
URL:https://www.hitchcockcenter.org/event/100-230pm-nature-discovery-preschool-adventure-snow-surprises/
CATEGORIES:Ages 3–5 or Grade Pre-K,Family Programs
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210212T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210212T113000
DTSTAMP:20260406T094851
CREATED:20201119T162549Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20201119T163745Z
UID:10001970-1613124000-1613129400@www.hitchcockcenter.org
SUMMARY:10:00-11:30am Nature Discovery Preschool Adventure: Snow Surprises
DESCRIPTION:Come explore the wonders of winter! This award-winning adult and child preschool program offers weekly outdoor exploration together combined with multi-modal learning experiences to foster wonder and curiosity about the natural world. Each program includes movement\, song\, nature exploration\, snacktime\, and a story. Sign up for one or more days and choose from one of two time offerings\, Friday mornings or afternoons. An adult caregiver must attend with child(ren).  \nAges 3–5 or Grades Pre-K\nLimited to 12 participants (limit of 2 children per adult). \nwith Helen Ann Sephton\nFridays\, 10:00–11:30am OR 1:00–2:30pm\nFebruary 12\, 26\, March 12\, 19 \nFee per Child: Tier A-$17 per day | Tier B-$13 per day | Tier C-$9 per day | Tier D- $7\nFee per Adult: Tier A-$21 per day | Tier B-$17 per day | Tier C-$13 per day | Tier D- $9 \nJanuary 15: Winter Wonderland\nJanuary 29: Stick Stories\nFebruary 12: Snow Surprises\nFebruary 26: Plant Pleasures\nMarch 12: Wild About Wind\nMarch 19: Water Wonders
URL:https://www.hitchcockcenter.org/event/nature-discovery-preschool-adventure-snow-surprises/
CATEGORIES:Ages 3–5 or Grade Pre-K,Family Programs
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210211T153000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210211T173000
DTSTAMP:20260406T094851
CREATED:20201119T221939Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20201119T221939Z
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SUMMARY:3:30-5:30pm Girls into the Wild Series
DESCRIPTION:Girls into the Wild is back in Winter 2021 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 – and we’ll hope for lots of winter snow! Sled down hills\, build snow mountains\, and invent new games on the ice! Come build your confidence and show your wild side! \nAges 8–11 or Grades 3–5\nLimited to 10 participants. \nwith Katie Koerten\nThursdays\, 3:30–5:30pm\nJanuary 7–March 18  (no program February 18)\nFee per Child: Tier A-$313 | Tier B-$250 | Tier C-$188  | Tier D-$125
URL:https://www.hitchcockcenter.org/event/330-530pm-girls-into-the-wild-series-19/
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:20210211T153000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210211T173000
DTSTAMP:20260406T094851
CREATED:20201119T220032Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20201119T220032Z
UID:10002024-1613057400-1613064600@www.hitchcockcenter.org
SUMMARY:3:30-5:30pm Girls into the Wild Series
DESCRIPTION:Girls into the Wild is back in Winter 2021 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 – and we’ll hope for lots of winter snow! Sled down hills\, build snow mountains\, and invent new games on the ice! Come build your confidence and show your wild side! \nAges 8–11 or Grades 3–5\nLimited to 10 participants. \nwith Monya Relles\nThursdays\, 3:30–5:30pm\nJanuary 7–March 18  (no program February 18)\nFee per Child: Tier A-$313 | Tier B-$250 | Tier C-$188  | Tier D-$125
URL:https://www.hitchcockcenter.org/event/330-530pm-girls-into-the-wild-series-14/
CATEGORIES:Ages 5–8/Grades K–3 or Ages 9–11/Grades 4–6
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210211T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210211T120000
DTSTAMP:20260406T094851
CREATED:20201119T184209Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20201119T184209Z
UID:10001987-1613039400-1613044800@www.hitchcockcenter.org
SUMMARY:10:30am-12:00pm Junior Nature Play Thursday Series
DESCRIPTION:Junior Nature Play is back in Winter 2021! Children in kindergarten and first grade may sign up for this immersive\, lightly-structured program that lets kids be “free-range” while being safely supervised. Instructor Katie Koerten will lead us to our favorite places to play in the forest\, such as Stump City\, the Ferns\, and the Faraway Woods. We’ll hope for snow so we can go sledding\, build snow shelters and slide on ice! Each day includes games\, free play\, and a story time. \nAges 5–7 or Grades K–1\nLimited to 8 participants.  \nThursday Series:\nwith Katie Koerten\n10:30am–12:00pm\nJanuary 7–March 18 (no program February 18)\nFee per Child: Tier A-$300 | Tier B-$240 | Tier C-$180  | Tier D-$120
URL:https://www.hitchcockcenter.org/event/1030am-1200pm-junior-nature-play-thursday-series-6/
CATEGORIES:Ages 5–8 or Grades K–3
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210210T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210210T203000
DTSTAMP:20260406T094851
CREATED:20201229T190047Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20201229T190047Z
UID:10002136-1612983600-1612989000@www.hitchcockcenter.org
SUMMARY:Hitchcock Nature Trivia Night: A monthly virtual trivia contest fundraiser
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a monthly online trivia contest fundraiser for environmental education. The quiz will test you on a wide breadth of science\, nature and environmental knowledge. The winning team will split the award with the Hitchcock Center for the Environment that will help provide 25%-50% discounts on program fees for economically challenged and low-income household. \nWednesdays\, 7:00 – 8:30pm\nJanuary 13\, February 10\, March 10 and April 14 \nNature Trivia: Learn More and Register
URL:https://www.hitchcockcenter.org/event/hitchcock-nature-trivia-night-a-monthly-virtual-trivia-contest-fundraiser-3/
CATEGORIES:Adult Programs
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210210T153000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210210T173000
DTSTAMP:20260406T094851
CREATED:20201123T213847Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20201123T214345Z
UID:10002091-1612971000-1612978200@www.hitchcockcenter.org
SUMMARY:3:30-5:30pm Nature Play Afterschool Wednesday Series
DESCRIPTION:Hitchcock’s Nature Play Afterschool Program is designed to let kids be kids. Together we will run\, jump\, climb\, invent\, imagine\, play and be free-range kids all while developing self-confidence and learning valuable social skills. During Winter Nature Play we will explore wooded trails and fields\, play in the snow\, build forts\, sled\, make snow creations\, climb trees\, and make new discoveries about ourselves and the world around us. Our instructors provide a safe setting for children to explore nature and encourage children to stretch their limits. \nAges 6–9 or Grades 1–3\nLimited to 12 participants per series. \nWednesday Series:\nwith Jeff Mazur\n3:30–5:30pm  (no extended days in winter)\nJanuary 13–March 17 (no class February 17)\nFee per Child: Tier A-$248 | Tier B-$198 | Tier C-$149  | Tier D-$99
URL:https://www.hitchcockcenter.org/event/330-530pm-nature-play-afterschool-wednesday-series-5/
CATEGORIES:Ages 5–8 or Grades K–3
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210210T153000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210210T173000
DTSTAMP:20260406T094851
CREATED:20201119T185534Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20201119T185534Z
UID:10001996-1612971000-1612978200@www.hitchcockcenter.org
SUMMARY:3:30-5:30pm Junior Nature Play Afterschool Series
DESCRIPTION:Ages 5–7 or Grades K–1\nLimited to 8 participants. \nwith Aemelia Thompson\nWednesdays\, 3:30–5:00pm*\nJanuary 13–March 17 (no class February 17)\nFee per Child: Tier A-$186 | Tier B-$149 | Tier C-$111  | Tier D-$75 \nIntroducing a Nature Play Afterschool option for Kindergartners and first graders! At this program we run\, jump\, climb\, invent\, imagine\, play and are free-range kids\, all while developing our self-confidence and learning valuable social skills. Our instructors provide a safe setting for children to explore nature and encourage children to stretch their limits. Come explore our wooded trails and fields\, play pretend in the snow\, go sledding\, and make snow creations with us this winter!\n*There will be no extended days during our winter session
URL:https://www.hitchcockcenter.org/event/330-530pm-junior-nature-play-afterschool-series-4/
CATEGORIES:Ages 5–8 or Grades K–3
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210210T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210210T120000
DTSTAMP:20260406T094851
CREATED:20201123T201137Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20201123T201137Z
UID:10002052-1612953000-1612958400@www.hitchcockcenter.org
SUMMARY:10:30am-12:00pm Being Animals Series 
DESCRIPTION:Attention Kindergartners and first graders! On Wednesdays this winter\, it’s Junior Nature Play with a twist. Every day we’re going to be a different animal! Slide like an otter\, hop like a hare\, swoop like a snowy owl\, and more. Each day we’ll play animal games\, hear animal stories and explore animal habitats! And of course\, we’ll visit our favorite places to play\, such as Fern Village\, Roots and Stump City! Come be wild in the woods this winter with Katie! \nAges 5-7\, Grades K-1\nLimited to 8 participants. \nwith Katie Koerten\nWednesdays\, 10:30am-12:00pm\nJanuary 6–March 17 (no program February 17)\nFee per Child: Tier A-$300 | Tier B-$240 | Tier C-$180  | Tier D-$120
URL:https://www.hitchcockcenter.org/event/1030am-1200pm-being-animals-series-5/
CATEGORIES:Ages 5–8 or Grades K–3
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210210T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210210T120000
DTSTAMP:20260406T094851
CREATED:20201119T213730Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20201119T213730Z
UID:10002005-1612951200-1612958400@www.hitchcockcenter.org
SUMMARY:10:00am-12:00pm Art in the Forest Series
DESCRIPTION:The natural world has served as inspiration for artists for a long time. While immersed in the outdoors\, children in this program will be encouraged to develop awareness of the details in the natural world and learn how to utilize its beauty in artistic expression. This winter we will explore our own imaginations with activities that include drawing\, structure building and snow sculpture. We’ll spend part of our time creating works of art together and part of our time doing free play. \nAges 7–10 or Grades 2–4\nLimited to 12 participants. \nwith Aemelia Thompson\nWednesdays\, 10am–12pm\nJanuary 13–March 17 (no program February 17)\nFee per Child: Tier A-$248  | Tier B-$198 | Tier C-$149  | Tier D-$99
URL:https://www.hitchcockcenter.org/event/1000am-1200pm-art-in-the-forest-series-5/
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:20210209T153000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210209T173000
DTSTAMP:20260406T094851
CREATED:20201123T212959Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20201123T214509Z
UID:10002082-1612884600-1612891800@www.hitchcockcenter.org
SUMMARY:3:30-5:30pm Nature Play Afterschool Tuesday Series
DESCRIPTION:Hitchcock’s Nature Play Afterschool Program is designed to let kids be kids. Together we will run\, jump\, climb\, invent\, imagine\, play and be free-range kids all while developing self-confidence and learning valuable social skills. During Winter Nature Play we will explore wooded trails and fields\, play in the snow\, build forts\, sled\, make snow creations\, climb trees\, and make new discoveries about ourselves and the world around us. Our instructors provide a safe setting for children to explore nature and encourage children to stretch their limits. \nAges 6–9 or Grades 1–3\nLimited to 12 participants per series. \nTuesday Series:\nwith Monya Relles\n3:30–5:30pm\nJanuary 12–March 16 (no program February 16)\nFee per Child: Tier A-$248 | Tier B-$198 | Tier C-$149  | Tier D-$99
URL:https://www.hitchcockcenter.org/event/330-530pm-nature-play-afterschool-tuesday-series-5/
CATEGORIES:Ages 5–8 or Grades K–3
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210209T153000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210209T173000
DTSTAMP:20260406T094851
CREATED:20201123T200026Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20201123T200026Z
UID:10002042-1612884600-1612891800@www.hitchcockcenter.org
SUMMARY:3:30-5:30pm Games in Nature Afterschool Series 
DESCRIPTION:Games in Nature is back in winter 2021! Our Winter game days will begin with our favorite structured group games\, which focus on confidence building\, leadership\, communication\, and laughing.  Each day also includes winter nature exploration: We’ll be hiking through snow covered wooded trails and fields\, building forts\, sledding\, and playing freely in the woods. Free nature play will give individuals time to observe\, experiment\, and play\, using the inspiration of the natural world. \nAges 9–11 or Grades 4–5\nLimited to 12 participants in each series. \nTuesday Series:\nwith Aemelia Thompson\n3:30–5:30pm\nJanuary 12–March 16 (no program February 16)\nFee per Child: Tier A-$248 | Tier B-$198 | Tier C-$149  | Tier D-$99
URL:https://www.hitchcockcenter.org/event/330-530pm-games-in-nature-afterschool-series-13/
CATEGORIES:Ages 9–11 or Grades 4–6
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210209T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210209T120000
DTSTAMP:20260406T094851
CREATED:20201123T215804Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20201123T215804Z
UID:10002100-1612864800-1612872000@www.hitchcockcenter.org
SUMMARY:10am-12pm Morning Nature Play Series
DESCRIPTION:Morning Nature Play is back in winter 2021! Every day is a mix of games\, exploring and playing – and snack and story around the fire! We’ll romp and play in the fields and forests of the Hitchcock Center\, noticing the beauty of the winter season and playing games. And of course\, we’ll visit our favorite spots to play — Roots\, Stumps and Ferns! We’ll hope for lots of snow for building snow shelters and sledding\, and maybe ice for sliding\, too! \nAges 6–9 or Grades 1–3\nLimited to 10 participants. \nwith Katie Koerten\nTuesdays\, 10:00am–12:00pm\nJanuary 12–March 16 (no program February 16)\nFee per Child: Tier A-$304 | Tier B-$243 | Tier C-$182  | Tier D-$122
URL:https://www.hitchcockcenter.org/event/10am-12pm-morning-nature-play-series-4/
CATEGORIES:Ages 5–8 or Grades K–3
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210208T153000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210208T173000
DTSTAMP:20260406T094851
CREATED:20201123T210855Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20201123T214700Z
UID:10002073-1612798200-1612805400@www.hitchcockcenter.org
SUMMARY:3:30-5:30pm Nature Play Afterschool Monday Series
DESCRIPTION:Hitchcock’s Nature Play Afterschool Program is designed to let kids be kids. Together we will run\, jump\, climb\, invent\, imagine\, play and be free-range kids all while developing self-confidence and learning valuable social skills. During Winter Nature Play we will explore wooded trails and fields\, play in the snow\, build forts\, sled\, make snow creations\, climb trees\, and make new discoveries about ourselves and the world around us. Our instructors provide a safe setting for children to explore nature and encourage children to stretch their limits. \nAges 6–9 or Grades 1–3\nLimited to 12 participants per series. \nMonday Series:\nwith Aemelia Thompson\n3:30–5:30pm\nJanuary 11–March 15 (no program February 15)*\nFee per Child: Tier A-$248 | Tier B-$198 | Tier C-$149  | Tier D-$99\n* There will be no extended days during our Winter session but we will run our program on Martin Luther King\, JR. day.
URL:https://www.hitchcockcenter.org/event/330-530pm-nature-play-afterschool-monday-series-5/
CATEGORIES:Ages 5–8 or Grades K–3
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210208T153000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210208T173000
DTSTAMP:20260406T094851
CREATED:20201123T203839Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20201123T203839Z
UID:10002068-1612798200-1612805400@www.hitchcockcenter.org
SUMMARY:3:30-5:30pm Games in Nature Afterschool Series 
DESCRIPTION:Games in Nature is back in winter 2021! Our Winter game days will begin with our favorite structured group games\, which focus on confidence building\, leadership\, communication\, and laughing.  Each day also includes winter nature exploration: We’ll be hiking through snow covered wooded trails and fields\, building forts\, sledding\, and playing freely in the woods. Free nature play will give individuals time to observe\, experiment\, and play\, using the inspiration of the natural world. \nAges 9–11 or Grades 4–5\nLimited to 12 participants in each series. \nMonday Series:\nwith Monya Relles\n3:30–5:30pm\nJanuary 11–March 15 (no program February 15)\nFee per Child: Tier A-$248 | Tier B-$198 | Tier C-$149  | Tier D-$99
URL:https://www.hitchcockcenter.org/event/330-530pm-games-in-nature-afterschool-series-18/
CATEGORIES:Ages 9–11 or Grades 4–6
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210208T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210208T120000
DTSTAMP:20260406T094851
CREATED:20201119T181220Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20201119T181220Z
UID:10001977-1612780200-1612785600@www.hitchcockcenter.org
SUMMARY:10:30am-12:00pm Junior Nature Play Monday Series
DESCRIPTION:Junior Nature Play is back in Winter 2021! Children in kindergarten and first grade may sign up for this immersive\, lightly-structured program that lets kids be “free-range” while being safely supervised. Instructor Katie Koerten will lead us to our favorite places to play in the forest\, such as Stump City\, the Ferns\, and the Faraway Woods. We’ll hope for snow so we can go sledding\, build snow shelters and slide on ice! Each day includes games\, free play\, and a story time. \nAges 5–7 or Grades K–1\nLimited to 8 participants. \nMondays Series:\nwith Katie Koerten\n10:30am–12:00pm\nJanuary 11–March 15 (no program January 18 or February 15)\nFee per Child: Tier A-$240 | Tier B-$192 | Tier C-$144  | Tier D-$96
URL:https://www.hitchcockcenter.org/event/1030am-1200pm-junior-nature-play-monday-series-4/
CATEGORIES:Ages 5–8 or Grades K–3
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210206T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210206T210000
DTSTAMP:20260406T094851
CREATED:20210125T153756Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210125T153756Z
UID:10002287-1612636200-1612645200@www.hitchcockcenter.org
SUMMARY:Owl Prowl with Dan Ziomeck
DESCRIPTION:Join us for the magic of an Owl Prowl. There is something so special about seeking owls on a quiet winter night. Dan Ziomek has been doing this for years and loves to share his love of owls and birds as heard on WRSI’s Bird Songs. Dress super warmly\, binoculars and a thermos of something warm also recommended. Group size limited to 12 participants\, masks and COVID screening required. \nSaturdays\, 6:30-9pm\, January 23\, February 6 (make up weather date February 13)\nFriday\, 6:30-9pm\, January 29\nTier A – $30; Tier B – $24; Tier C – $18; Tier D – $12 \nREGISTER
URL:https://www.hitchcockcenter.org/event/owl-prowl-with-dan-ziomeck-3/
CATEGORIES:Adult Programs
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210204T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210204T203000
DTSTAMP:20260406T094851
CREATED:20210125T154017Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210125T154017Z
UID:10002288-1612465200-1612470600@www.hitchcockcenter.org
SUMMARY:Climate Storytelling and Music Workshop: A Virtual Climate Stories Project Event
DESCRIPTION:What is your Climate Story? We all have personal responses to the climate crisis – our local observations of the changing climate\, our emotional responses to rapid environmental change\, and our convictions to contribute to a positive future. Join Jason Davis\, musician and director of Climate Stories Project\, in a 90-minute online workshop in which you will learn about climate storytelling and craft your own climate story. During the workshop\, you will have the opportunity to record and share your story. With participant permission\, Jason will integrate fragments of the recorded stories in an original musical composition which will be shared on the Hitchcock Center Website and via other channels. Please have paper and writing utensils with you. Workshop is sponsored by Art Angels and Hitchcock Center for the Environment. \nThursday\, February 4\, 7:00 – 8:30pm\nFree\, registration required for Zoom link \nREGISTER \n 
URL:https://www.hitchcockcenter.org/event/climate-storytelling-and-music-workshop-a-virtual-climate-stories-project-event/
CATEGORIES:Adult Programs,Family Programs
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210204T153000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210204T173000
DTSTAMP:20260406T094851
CREATED:20201119T215941Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20201119T215941Z
UID:10002023-1612452600-1612459800@www.hitchcockcenter.org
SUMMARY:3:30-5:30pm Girls into the Wild Series
DESCRIPTION:Girls into the Wild is back in Winter 2021 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 – and we’ll hope for lots of winter snow! Sled down hills\, build snow mountains\, and invent new games on the ice! Come build your confidence and show your wild side! \nAges 8–11 or Grades 3–5\nLimited to 10 participants. \nwith Monya Relles\nThursdays\, 3:30–5:30pm\nJanuary 7–March 18  (no program February 18)\nFee per Child: Tier A-$313 | Tier B-$250 | Tier C-$188  | Tier D-$125
URL:https://www.hitchcockcenter.org/event/330-530pm-girls-into-the-wild-series-13/
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:20210204T153000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210204T173000
DTSTAMP:20260406T094852
CREATED:20201119T215143Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20201119T215143Z
UID:10002014-1612452600-1612459800@www.hitchcockcenter.org
SUMMARY:3:30-5:30pm Girls into the Wild Series
DESCRIPTION:Girls into the Wild is back in Winter 2021 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 – and we’ll hope for lots of winter snow! Sled down hills\, build snow mountains\, and invent new games on the ice! Come build your confidence and show your wild side! \nAges 8–11 or Grades 3–5\nLimited to 10 participants. \nwith Katie Koerten\nThursdays\, 3:30–5:30pm\nJanuary 7–March 18  (no program February 18)\nFee per Child: Tier A-$313 | Tier B-$250 | Tier C-$188  | Tier D-$125
URL:https://www.hitchcockcenter.org/event/330-530pm-girls-into-the-wild-series-5/
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:20210204T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210204T120000
DTSTAMP:20260406T094852
CREATED:20201119T184117Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20201119T184117Z
UID:10001986-1612434600-1612440000@www.hitchcockcenter.org
SUMMARY:10:30am-12:00pm Junior Nature Play Thursday Series
DESCRIPTION:Junior Nature Play is back in Winter 2021! Children in kindergarten and first grade may sign up for this immersive\, lightly-structured program that lets kids be “free-range” while being safely supervised. Instructor Katie Koerten will lead us to our favorite places to play in the forest\, such as Stump City\, the Ferns\, and the Faraway Woods. We’ll hope for snow so we can go sledding\, build snow shelters and slide on ice! Each day includes games\, free play\, and a story time. \nAges 5–7 or Grades K–1\nLimited to 8 participants.  \nThursday Series:\nwith Katie Koerten\n10:30am–12:00pm\nJanuary 7–March 18 (no program February 18)\nFee per Child: Tier A-$300 | Tier B-$240 | Tier C-$180  | Tier D-$120
URL:https://www.hitchcockcenter.org/event/1030am-1200pm-junior-nature-play-thursday-series-5/
CATEGORIES:Ages 5–8 or Grades K–3
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210203T153000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210203T173000
DTSTAMP:20260406T094852
CREATED:20201123T213749Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20201123T214354Z
UID:10002090-1612366200-1612373400@www.hitchcockcenter.org
SUMMARY:3:30-5:30pm Nature Play Afterschool Wednesday Series
DESCRIPTION:Hitchcock’s Nature Play Afterschool Program is designed to let kids be kids. Together we will run\, jump\, climb\, invent\, imagine\, play and be free-range kids all while developing self-confidence and learning valuable social skills. During Winter Nature Play we will explore wooded trails and fields\, play in the snow\, build forts\, sled\, make snow creations\, climb trees\, and make new discoveries about ourselves and the world around us. Our instructors provide a safe setting for children to explore nature and encourage children to stretch their limits. \nAges 6–9 or Grades 1–3\nLimited to 12 participants per series. \nWednesday Series:\nwith Jeff Mazur\n3:30–5:30pm  (no extended days in winter)\nJanuary 13–March 17 (no class February 17)\nFee per Child: Tier A-$248 | Tier B-$198 | Tier C-$149  | Tier D-$99
URL:https://www.hitchcockcenter.org/event/330-530pm-nature-play-afterschool-wednesday-series-4/
CATEGORIES:Ages 5–8 or Grades K–3
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210203T153000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210203T173000
DTSTAMP:20260406T094852
CREATED:20201119T185435Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20201119T190257Z
UID:10001995-1612366200-1612373400@www.hitchcockcenter.org
SUMMARY:3:30-5:30pm Junior Nature Play Afterschool Series
DESCRIPTION:Ages 5–7 or Grades K–1\nLimited to 8 participants. \nwith Aemelia Thompson\nWednesdays\, 3:30–5:00pm*\nJanuary 13–March 17 (no class February 17)\nFee per Child: Tier A-$186 | Tier B-$149 | Tier C-$111  | Tier D-$75 \nIntroducing a Nature Play Afterschool option for Kindergartners and first graders! At this program we run\, jump\, climb\, invent\, imagine\, play and are free-range kids\, all while developing our self-confidence and learning valuable social skills. Our instructors provide a safe setting for children to explore nature and encourage children to stretch their limits. Come explore our wooded trails and fields\, play pretend in the snow\, go sledding\, and make snow creations with us this winter!\n*There will be no extended days during our winter session
URL:https://www.hitchcockcenter.org/event/330-530pm-junior-nature-play-afterschool-series-3/
CATEGORIES:Ages 5–8 or Grades K–3
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