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SUMMARY:Nature Play Afterschool
DESCRIPTION:Nature Play Afterschool Series \nWith: Jeff Mazur\nGrades 3-5\nWednesdays\, 3:30-5:30 p.m.\nJanuary 7 – March 18 (Extended day on February 25 (1PM)\, no programs on February 18 or March 11)\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 Afterschool 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-212/2026-02-11/
CATEGORIES:Ages 5–8/Grades K–3 or Ages 9–11/Grades 4–6
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260211T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260211T190000
DTSTAMP:20260404T054625
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LAST-MODIFIED:20251217T205900Z
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SUMMARY:How Healthy is Our Air?
DESCRIPTION:with Dr. Billy Spitzer- Hitchcock Center Executive Director \nWednesday\, February 11th – 6pm  \nHow healthy is the air we breathe? In this program we will share: \n\nWhat we have learned from several years of data from more than 100 air quality sensors in  Western Massachusetts\nHow extreme heat\, wildfires\, wood burning\, local geography\, and temperature inversions can worsen air quality and affect our health\nHow an air sensor works\, and how you can build a DIY air cleaner\nHow you can find out the air quality near you\, what you can do to protect your health\, and what we can do to improve air quality in our region
URL:https://www.hitchcockcenter.org/event/how-healthy-is-our-air/
CATEGORIES:Adult Programs
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260216T084500
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260216T150000
DTSTAMP:20260404T054625
CREATED:20251111T201520Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251111T201520Z
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SUMMARY:February Vacation Days
DESCRIPTION:February Vacation Days\nMonday through Friday\, February 16-20\n8:45 a.m. – 3:00 p.m.\nAge Groups: Grades K-5\nFee per child per day: Tier A-$112 | Tier B-$97 | Tier C-$83 \nSpend your days off from school learning and playing outside at the Hitchcock Center! Come each day to complete quests\, learn survival skills\, and experience the magic of nature.  We will seek wisdom from science and nature about strange and local phenomena alike. We’ll have free play\, games\, nature crafts\, and lots of time outdoors. \nSign up for as many days as you wish. Five-year olds must be in Kindergarten in order to participate.  Non-refundable within a week of the program\, all cancellations incur a 10% administrative fee.
URL:https://www.hitchcockcenter.org/event/february-vacation-days/2026-02-16/
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:20260217T084500
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260217T150000
DTSTAMP:20260404T054625
CREATED:20251111T201520Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251111T201520Z
UID:10005488-1771317900-1771340400@www.hitchcockcenter.org
SUMMARY:February Vacation Days
DESCRIPTION:February Vacation Days\nMonday through Friday\, February 16-20\n8:45 a.m. – 3:00 p.m.\nAge Groups: Grades K-5\nFee per child per day: Tier A-$112 | Tier B-$97 | Tier C-$83 \nSpend your days off from school learning and playing outside at the Hitchcock Center! Come each day to complete quests\, learn survival skills\, and experience the magic of nature.  We will seek wisdom from science and nature about strange and local phenomena alike. We’ll have free play\, games\, nature crafts\, and lots of time outdoors. \nSign up for as many days as you wish. Five-year olds must be in Kindergarten in order to participate.  Non-refundable within a week of the program\, all cancellations incur a 10% administrative fee.
URL:https://www.hitchcockcenter.org/event/february-vacation-days/2026-02-17/
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:20260218T084500
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260218T150000
DTSTAMP:20260404T054625
CREATED:20251111T201520Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251111T201520Z
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SUMMARY:February Vacation Days
DESCRIPTION:February Vacation Days\nMonday through Friday\, February 16-20\n8:45 a.m. – 3:00 p.m.\nAge Groups: Grades K-5\nFee per child per day: Tier A-$112 | Tier B-$97 | Tier C-$83 \nSpend your days off from school learning and playing outside at the Hitchcock Center! Come each day to complete quests\, learn survival skills\, and experience the magic of nature.  We will seek wisdom from science and nature about strange and local phenomena alike. We’ll have free play\, games\, nature crafts\, and lots of time outdoors. \nSign up for as many days as you wish. Five-year olds must be in Kindergarten in order to participate.  Non-refundable within a week of the program\, all cancellations incur a 10% administrative fee.
URL:https://www.hitchcockcenter.org/event/february-vacation-days/2026-02-18/
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:20260218T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260218T200000
DTSTAMP:20260404T054625
CREATED:20260115T205055Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260115T205055Z
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SUMMARY:Spring Birding Course
DESCRIPTION:Spring Birding Course\nLed by Scott Surner\nSpace is limited\, and this program sells out fast!\nSliding Scale: $380 / $440 /$500 \nJoin this spring tradition.  Are you wanting to delight in birds more often\, learn what you are seeing and hearing\, seek new species you haven’t seen\,  or just be in community with other birders?   \nLEARN MORE 
URL:https://www.hitchcockcenter.org/event/spring-birding-course-12/2026-02-18/
CATEGORIES:Adult Programs
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260219T084500
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260219T150000
DTSTAMP:20260404T054625
CREATED:20251111T201520Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251111T201520Z
UID:10005490-1771490700-1771513200@www.hitchcockcenter.org
SUMMARY:February Vacation Days
DESCRIPTION:February Vacation Days\nMonday through Friday\, February 16-20\n8:45 a.m. – 3:00 p.m.\nAge Groups: Grades K-5\nFee per child per day: Tier A-$112 | Tier B-$97 | Tier C-$83 \nSpend your days off from school learning and playing outside at the Hitchcock Center! Come each day to complete quests\, learn survival skills\, and experience the magic of nature.  We will seek wisdom from science and nature about strange and local phenomena alike. We’ll have free play\, games\, nature crafts\, and lots of time outdoors. \nSign up for as many days as you wish. Five-year olds must be in Kindergarten in order to participate.  Non-refundable within a week of the program\, all cancellations incur a 10% administrative fee.
URL:https://www.hitchcockcenter.org/event/february-vacation-days/2026-02-19/
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:20260220T084500
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260220T150000
DTSTAMP:20260404T054625
CREATED:20251111T201520Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251111T201520Z
UID:10005491-1771577100-1771599600@www.hitchcockcenter.org
SUMMARY:February Vacation Days
DESCRIPTION:February Vacation Days\nMonday through Friday\, February 16-20\n8:45 a.m. – 3:00 p.m.\nAge Groups: Grades K-5\nFee per child per day: Tier A-$112 | Tier B-$97 | Tier C-$83 \nSpend your days off from school learning and playing outside at the Hitchcock Center! Come each day to complete quests\, learn survival skills\, and experience the magic of nature.  We will seek wisdom from science and nature about strange and local phenomena alike. We’ll have free play\, games\, nature crafts\, and lots of time outdoors. \nSign up for as many days as you wish. Five-year olds must be in Kindergarten in order to participate.  Non-refundable within a week of the program\, all cancellations incur a 10% administrative fee.
URL:https://www.hitchcockcenter.org/event/february-vacation-days/2026-02-20/
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:20260221T050000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260221T170000
DTSTAMP:20260404T054625
CREATED:20260115T205055Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260115T205055Z
UID:10005642-1771650000-1771693200@www.hitchcockcenter.org
SUMMARY:Spring Birding Course
DESCRIPTION:Spring Birding Course\nLed by Scott Surner\nSpace is limited\, and this program sells out fast!\nSliding Scale: $380 / $440 /$500 \nJoin this spring tradition.  Are you wanting to delight in birds more often\, learn what you are seeing and hearing\, seek new species you haven’t seen\,  or just be in community with other birders?   \nLEARN MORE 
URL:https://www.hitchcockcenter.org/event/spring-birding-course-12/2026-02-21/
CATEGORIES:Adult Programs
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260222T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260222T113000
DTSTAMP:20260404T054625
CREATED:20251217T205718Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260217T163007Z
UID:10005634-1771754400-1771759800@www.hitchcockcenter.org
SUMMARY:John Green Winter Nature Walk
DESCRIPTION:Sunday\, February 22\, 10 am \nSpace is limited\, please register now. \nSliding Scale:  $15\, $20\, $25 \nWinter is a magical time to go on a guided nature walk\, it is fun to see who is awake and about\, different snow or ice formations\, and marvel in the wonder with others.  Join John Green for an exploration at Quabbin. \nLEARN MORE
URL:https://www.hitchcockcenter.org/event/john-green-winter-nature-walk/
CATEGORIES:Adult Programs
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260224T153000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260224T173000
DTSTAMP:20260404T054625
CREATED:20251111T202537Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260224T203422Z
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SUMMARY:Girls into the Wild
DESCRIPTION:Girls into the Wild \nwith Katie Koerten\nGrades 4-6\nTuesdays\, 3:30-5:30 p.m.\nJanuary 6 – March 17 (no program January 20 and February 17)\nLimited to 12 participants \nJoin us in winter 2026 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 Slug 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-132/2026-02-24/
CATEGORIES:Ages 9–11 or Grades 4–6
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260224T153000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260224T173000
DTSTAMP:20260404T054625
CREATED:20251111T202748Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260224T203259Z
UID:10005520-1771947000-1771954200@www.hitchcockcenter.org
SUMMARY:Nature Play Afterschool
DESCRIPTION:Nature Play Afterschool Series \nWith: Jeff Mazur\nGrades 1-3\nTuesdays\, 3:30-5:30 p.m.\nJanuary 6 – March 17 (no program January 20 and February 17)\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 Afterschool 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-211/2026-02-24/
CATEGORIES:Ages 5–8 or Grades K–3
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260225T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260225T111500
DTSTAMP:20260404T054625
CREATED:20251111T210742Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260114T191639Z
UID:10005612-1772013600-1772018100@www.hitchcockcenter.org
SUMMARY:Little Bear Nature Walk
DESCRIPTION:Little Bear Nature Walks  \nWith Chrissy Larson\nAges 0-5 (Adult required to attend with child)\n10:00 a.m. – 11:15 a.m.\nWalks are outdoors and take place unless there is extreme weather.\nSee dates and locations here \nLittle Bear Nature Walks are guided\, open-ended walks that allow toddlers\, preschoolers and their caregivers explore nature in an age-appropriate way. While on the walk\, children borrow a backpack filled with simple tools for exploring and are led by a preschool educator. Children investigate plants and animals\, engage with rocks\, soil and water\, and use their imaginations to play with the world. Walks incorporate observation\, inquiry\, and sensory learning. Each has a loose theme and includes a trail-side storytime. Come along with us! \nSee dates and locations here
URL:https://www.hitchcockcenter.org/event/little-bear-nature-walk-3/2026-02-25/
CATEGORIES:Family Programs
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260225T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260225T173000
DTSTAMP:20260404T054625
CREATED:20251111T203052Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251111T203052Z
UID:10005532-1772024400-1772040600@www.hitchcockcenter.org
SUMMARY:Junior Nature Play Afterschool
DESCRIPTION:Junior Nature Play Afterschool Series \nWith: Isaiah Brown\nGrades K-2\nWednesdays\, 3:30-5:30 p.m.\nJanuary 7 – March 18 (Extended day on February 25 (1PM)\, no programs on February 18 or March 11)\nFee per Child: Tier A-$336 | Tier B-$292 | Tier C-$248\nLimited to 12 participants \nHitchcock’s Junior Nature Play Afterschool Program is designed to let kids be kids. Together we will run\, jump\, invent\, imagine\, and play as 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-22/
CATEGORIES:Ages 5–8 or Grades K–3
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260225T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260225T173000
DTSTAMP:20260404T054625
CREATED:20251111T203257Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260224T203305Z
UID:10005541-1772024400-1772040600@www.hitchcockcenter.org
SUMMARY:Nature Play Afterschool
DESCRIPTION:Nature Play Afterschool Series \nWith: Jeff Mazur\nGrades 3-5\nWednesdays\, 3:30-5:30 p.m.\nJanuary 7 – March 18 (Extended day on February 25 (1PM)\, no programs on February 18 or March 11)\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 Afterschool 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-213/
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:20260225T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260225T200000
DTSTAMP:20260404T054625
CREATED:20260106T182045Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260128T203650Z
UID:10005638-1772046000-1772049600@www.hitchcockcenter.org
SUMMARY:Glimpses of Winter Wildlife
DESCRIPTION:Glimpses of Winter Wildlife\nWednesday\, February 25\, 7pm\nFree or by donation\, registration required. \nGlimpses of Winter Wildlife — Trail cameras give us a window into the natural world\, capturing details of animals’ lives we rarely see in person. Naturalist Allison Bell will share what her cameras reveal about wildlife in winter—bobcats\, coyotes\, otters\, porcupines\, mink and more.  Allison Bell is a field guide author and co-owner of Quonquont Farm in Whately. Her wildlife videos can be seen on Quonquont Farm and ValleyWild social media. \nLEARN MORE
URL:https://www.hitchcockcenter.org/event/glimpses-of-winter-wildlife/
CATEGORIES:Adult Programs
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260228T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260228T153000
DTSTAMP:20260404T054625
CREATED:20260128T203526Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260128T203526Z
UID:10005735-1772287200-1772292600@www.hitchcockcenter.org
SUMMARY:Film Screening: In Our Nature
DESCRIPTION:Film Screening: In Our Nature\nPresented by Hitchcock Center for the Environment and Massachusetts Environmental Education Society\nSaturday February 28th\nFilm Screening – 2:00-3:30\nCommunity Discussion & Refreshments – 3:30-4:00\nLocation: Hitchcock Center\, Amherst\, MA. \nWhat if environmental education were seen as essential to mental health\, civic connection\, and strong communities?‍‍ This film is for everyone who is interested in helping to make a change. \nLEARN MORE
URL:https://www.hitchcockcenter.org/event/film-screening-in-our-nature/
CATEGORIES:Adult Programs
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260302T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260302T190000
DTSTAMP:20260404T054625
CREATED:20260225T194722Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260225T194722Z
UID:10005736-1772474400-1772478000@www.hitchcockcenter.org
SUMMARY:Big Migrations Volunteer Information Session
DESCRIPTION:Big Migrations Volunteer Information Session \nMonday\, March 2\, 6 – 7 pm\nat the Hitchcock Center \nBecome a Salamander Volunteer after an Information and Training Session! Come to Hitchcock Center for a presentation by Environmental Educator Jeff Mazur all about the Big Migrations season\, what to expect\, data collection\, how to help the salamanders cross Henry Street (and how not to help!) and how human community can support local wildlife and our amphibious neighbors.  \n*Sign up for this event even if you don’t plan to attend to receive 2026 Big Migrations updates to your inbox* \nSIGN UP TO ATTEND
URL:https://www.hitchcockcenter.org/event/big-migrations-volunteer-information-session/
CATEGORIES:Family Programs
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260303T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260303T111500
DTSTAMP:20260404T054625
CREATED:20251111T210742Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260114T191639Z
UID:10005613-1772532000-1772536500@www.hitchcockcenter.org
SUMMARY:Little Bear Nature Walk
DESCRIPTION:Little Bear Nature Walks  \nWith Chrissy Larson\nAges 0-5 (Adult required to attend with child)\n10:00 a.m. – 11:15 a.m.\nWalks are outdoors and take place unless there is extreme weather.\nSee dates and locations here \nLittle Bear Nature Walks are guided\, open-ended walks that allow toddlers\, preschoolers and their caregivers explore nature in an age-appropriate way. While on the walk\, children borrow a backpack filled with simple tools for exploring and are led by a preschool educator. Children investigate plants and animals\, engage with rocks\, soil and water\, and use their imaginations to play with the world. Walks incorporate observation\, inquiry\, and sensory learning. Each has a loose theme and includes a trail-side storytime. Come along with us! \nSee dates and locations here
URL:https://www.hitchcockcenter.org/event/little-bear-nature-walk-3/2026-03-03/
CATEGORIES:Family Programs
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260303T153000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260303T173000
DTSTAMP:20260404T054625
CREATED:20251111T202537Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260224T203422Z
UID:10005512-1772551800-1772559000@www.hitchcockcenter.org
SUMMARY:Girls into the Wild
DESCRIPTION:Girls into the Wild \nwith Katie Koerten\nGrades 4-6\nTuesdays\, 3:30-5:30 p.m.\nJanuary 6 – March 17 (no program January 20 and February 17)\nLimited to 12 participants \nJoin us in winter 2026 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 Slug 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-132/2026-03-03/
CATEGORIES:Ages 9–11 or Grades 4–6
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260303T153000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260303T173000
DTSTAMP:20260404T054625
CREATED:20251111T202748Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260224T203259Z
UID:10005521-1772551800-1772559000@www.hitchcockcenter.org
SUMMARY:Nature Play Afterschool
DESCRIPTION:Nature Play Afterschool Series \nWith: Jeff Mazur\nGrades 1-3\nTuesdays\, 3:30-5:30 p.m.\nJanuary 6 – March 17 (no program January 20 and February 17)\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 Afterschool 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-211/2026-03-03/
CATEGORIES:Ages 5–8 or Grades K–3
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260304T153000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260304T173000
DTSTAMP:20260404T054625
CREATED:20251111T202958Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260224T203408Z
UID:10005530-1772638200-1772645400@www.hitchcockcenter.org
SUMMARY:Junior Nature Play Afterschool
DESCRIPTION:Junior Nature Play Afterschool Series \nWith: Isaiah Brown\nGrades K-2\nWednesdays\, 3:30-5:30 p.m.\nJanuary 7 – March 18 (Extended day on February 25 (1PM)\, no programs on February 18 or March 11)\nLimited to 12 participants \nHitchcock’s Junior Nature Play Afterschool Program is designed to let kids be kids. Together we will run\, jump\, invent\, imagine\, and play as 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-21/2026-03-04/
CATEGORIES:Ages 5–8 or Grades K–3
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260304T153000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260304T173000
DTSTAMP:20260404T054625
CREATED:20251111T203205Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260224T203400Z
UID:10005539-1772638200-1772645400@www.hitchcockcenter.org
SUMMARY:Nature Play Afterschool
DESCRIPTION:Nature Play Afterschool Series \nWith: Jeff Mazur\nGrades 3-5\nWednesdays\, 3:30-5:30 p.m.\nJanuary 7 – March 18 (Extended day on February 25 (1PM)\, no programs on February 18 or March 11)\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 Afterschool 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-212/2026-03-04/
CATEGORIES:Ages 5–8/Grades K–3 or Ages 9–11/Grades 4–6
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260304T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260304T200000
DTSTAMP:20260404T054625
CREATED:20260115T205055Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260115T205055Z
UID:10005643-1772647200-1772654400@www.hitchcockcenter.org
SUMMARY:Spring Birding Course
DESCRIPTION:Spring Birding Course\nLed by Scott Surner\nSpace is limited\, and this program sells out fast!\nSliding Scale: $380 / $440 /$500 \nJoin this spring tradition.  Are you wanting to delight in birds more often\, learn what you are seeing and hearing\, seek new species you haven’t seen\,  or just be in community with other birders?   \nLEARN MORE 
URL:https://www.hitchcockcenter.org/event/spring-birding-course-12/2026-03-04/
CATEGORIES:Adult Programs
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260306T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260306T113000
DTSTAMP:20260404T054625
CREATED:20251111T205132Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260224T203608Z
UID:10005598-1772789400-1772796600@www.hitchcockcenter.org
SUMMARY:Nature Discovery: Sky Explorers (Group A)
DESCRIPTION:Nature Discovery Series for 3-5 year olds (Adult/Child) Spring 2026\nSky Explorers: The Great Bird Adventure\nwith Chrissy Larson\nAges 3-5 (Adult required to attend with child)\nAll sessions 9:30-11:30 AM\n \nAlternating Weeks on Fridays (activities are the same for Group A & Group B):\nPlease note: no classes scheduled on 4/24 or 5/22.\nGroup A Sessions: 3/6\, 3/20\, 4/3\, 4/17\, 5/8\, 5/29\nOR\nGroup B Sessions: 3/13\, 3/27\, 4/10\, 5/1\, 5/15\, 6/5\n \nLimited to 12 children. Limit of 2 preK children per adult. Each preK student must register.  Siblings under 3 are free. \nGrab your wings and join the Sky Explorers on a magical adventure! From clever crows to soaring hawks\, each class uncovers the wonders of a different New England bird — how they fly\, hunt\, and play. Children will learn about bird families\, their homes\, and all the amazing ways they move\, eat\, and communicate. This program encourages learning through exploration\, movement\, songs\, stories\, and crafts. An adult caregiver must attend with the child. \nPlease note: Nature Discovery classes typically start indoors with table activities and circle time\, followed by an outdoor adventure that includes hands-on activities and a story. 
URL:https://www.hitchcockcenter.org/event/nature-discovery-sky-explorers-group-a/2026-03-06/
CATEGORIES:Ages 3–5 or Grade Pre-K
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260307T070000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260307T120000
DTSTAMP:20260404T054625
CREATED:20260115T205055Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260115T205055Z
UID:10005644-1772866800-1772884800@www.hitchcockcenter.org
SUMMARY:Spring Birding Course
DESCRIPTION:Spring Birding Course\nLed by Scott Surner\nSpace is limited\, and this program sells out fast!\nSliding Scale: $380 / $440 /$500 \nJoin this spring tradition.  Are you wanting to delight in birds more often\, learn what you are seeing and hearing\, seek new species you haven’t seen\,  or just be in community with other birders?   \nLEARN MORE 
URL:https://www.hitchcockcenter.org/event/spring-birding-course-12/2026-03-07/
CATEGORIES:Adult Programs
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260309T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260309T111500
DTSTAMP:20260404T054625
CREATED:20251111T210742Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260114T191639Z
UID:10005614-1773050400-1773054900@www.hitchcockcenter.org
SUMMARY:Little Bear Nature Walk
DESCRIPTION:Little Bear Nature Walks  \nWith Chrissy Larson\nAges 0-5 (Adult required to attend with child)\n10:00 a.m. – 11:15 a.m.\nWalks are outdoors and take place unless there is extreme weather.\nSee dates and locations here \nLittle Bear Nature Walks are guided\, open-ended walks that allow toddlers\, preschoolers and their caregivers explore nature in an age-appropriate way. While on the walk\, children borrow a backpack filled with simple tools for exploring and are led by a preschool educator. Children investigate plants and animals\, engage with rocks\, soil and water\, and use their imaginations to play with the world. Walks incorporate observation\, inquiry\, and sensory learning. Each has a loose theme and includes a trail-side storytime. Come along with us! \nSee dates and locations here
URL:https://www.hitchcockcenter.org/event/little-bear-nature-walk-3/2026-03-09/
CATEGORIES:Family Programs
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260310T153000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260310T173000
DTSTAMP:20260404T054625
CREATED:20251111T202537Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260224T203422Z
UID:10005513-1773156600-1773163800@www.hitchcockcenter.org
SUMMARY:Girls into the Wild
DESCRIPTION:Girls into the Wild \nwith Katie Koerten\nGrades 4-6\nTuesdays\, 3:30-5:30 p.m.\nJanuary 6 – March 17 (no program January 20 and February 17)\nLimited to 12 participants \nJoin us in winter 2026 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 Slug 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-132/2026-03-10/
CATEGORIES:Ages 9–11 or Grades 4–6
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260310T153000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260310T173000
DTSTAMP:20260404T054625
CREATED:20251111T202748Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260224T203259Z
UID:10005522-1773156600-1773163800@www.hitchcockcenter.org
SUMMARY:Nature Play Afterschool
DESCRIPTION:Nature Play Afterschool Series \nWith: Jeff Mazur\nGrades 1-3\nTuesdays\, 3:30-5:30 p.m.\nJanuary 6 – March 17 (no program January 20 and February 17)\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 Afterschool 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-211/2026-03-10/
CATEGORIES:Ages 5–8 or Grades K–3
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260317T153000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260317T173000
DTSTAMP:20260404T054625
CREATED:20251111T202537Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260224T203422Z
UID:10005514-1773761400-1773768600@www.hitchcockcenter.org
SUMMARY:Girls into the Wild
DESCRIPTION:Girls into the Wild \nwith Katie Koerten\nGrades 4-6\nTuesdays\, 3:30-5:30 p.m.\nJanuary 6 – March 17 (no program January 20 and February 17)\nLimited to 12 participants \nJoin us in winter 2026 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 Slug 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-132/2026-03-17/
CATEGORIES:Ages 9–11 or Grades 4–6
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