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SUMMARY:Chickadee Camp
DESCRIPTION:Chickadee Camp \nEntering Kindergarten* See our Summer Camp page for more info\nMondays – Fridays\, 8:45 am – 1 pm\nSession 4: July 22 – August 2 (two weeks) \nThe Chickadee program is a safe\, nurturing first outdoor day camp experience for young ones. Attentive and loving counselors facilitate safe and curious exploration of the Discovery Yard and Hitchcock trails while sharing enthusiasm and joyful nature connection. Our “Nest” (the gazebo) and pollinator gardens are our home base. Each day has a specific nature theme and includes free play\, morning circle\, snack time\, songs\, stories\, lunch time\, chores and games.. Sand kitchen play and sprinkler time are also part of each day! Our goals for our Chickadees are to use all their senses to explore nature\, to feel comfortable and safe learning and playing outdoors\, and to be part of a caring and respectful group.
URL:https://www.hitchcockcenter.org/event/chickadee-camp-42/2024-07-29/
CATEGORIES:Ages 5–8 or Grades K–3
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240729T084500
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240729T150000
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SUMMARY:Nature Summer Camp: Making & Tinkering
DESCRIPTION:Making and Tinkering \nEntering grades 1 – 6\nMondays – Fridays\, 8:45 am – 3 pm\nSession 4: July 22 – August 2 (two weeks) \nBecome a nature-inspired inventor! Campers will spend this week outdoors exploring science and biomimicry\, and then applying what they learn to create! And yes\, chain reaction machines (a.k.a. Rube Goldberg machines) will be part of the fun too! Through investigation and play\, campers will discover nature’s smartest lessons and use them to playfully solve problems. We will also have field trips for the two older groups. By learning from the world around us\, we can become sustainable engineers!
URL:https://www.hitchcockcenter.org/event/nature-summer-camp-making-tinkering-7/2024-07-29/
CATEGORIES:Grades 1-6
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240730T084500
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240730T130000
DTSTAMP:20260404T184549
CREATED:20240118T181524Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240118T181524Z
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SUMMARY:Chickadee Camp
DESCRIPTION:Chickadee Camp \nEntering Kindergarten* See our Summer Camp page for more info\nMondays – Fridays\, 8:45 am – 1 pm\nSession 4: July 22 – August 2 (two weeks) \nThe Chickadee program is a safe\, nurturing first outdoor day camp experience for young ones. Attentive and loving counselors facilitate safe and curious exploration of the Discovery Yard and Hitchcock trails while sharing enthusiasm and joyful nature connection. Our “Nest” (the gazebo) and pollinator gardens are our home base. Each day has a specific nature theme and includes free play\, morning circle\, snack time\, songs\, stories\, lunch time\, chores and games.. Sand kitchen play and sprinkler time are also part of each day! Our goals for our Chickadees are to use all their senses to explore nature\, to feel comfortable and safe learning and playing outdoors\, and to be part of a caring and respectful group.
URL:https://www.hitchcockcenter.org/event/chickadee-camp-42/2024-07-30/
CATEGORIES:Ages 5–8 or Grades K–3
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240730T084500
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240730T150000
DTSTAMP:20260404T184549
CREATED:20240118T182622Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240118T182622Z
UID:10003902-1722329100-1722351600@www.hitchcockcenter.org
SUMMARY:Nature Summer Camp: Making & Tinkering
DESCRIPTION:Making and Tinkering \nEntering grades 1 – 6\nMondays – Fridays\, 8:45 am – 3 pm\nSession 4: July 22 – August 2 (two weeks) \nBecome a nature-inspired inventor! Campers will spend this week outdoors exploring science and biomimicry\, and then applying what they learn to create! And yes\, chain reaction machines (a.k.a. Rube Goldberg machines) will be part of the fun too! Through investigation and play\, campers will discover nature’s smartest lessons and use them to playfully solve problems. We will also have field trips for the two older groups. By learning from the world around us\, we can become sustainable engineers!
URL:https://www.hitchcockcenter.org/event/nature-summer-camp-making-tinkering-7/2024-07-30/
CATEGORIES:Grades 1-6
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240731T084500
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240731T130000
DTSTAMP:20260404T184549
CREATED:20240118T181524Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240118T181524Z
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SUMMARY:Chickadee Camp
DESCRIPTION:Chickadee Camp \nEntering Kindergarten* See our Summer Camp page for more info\nMondays – Fridays\, 8:45 am – 1 pm\nSession 4: July 22 – August 2 (two weeks) \nThe Chickadee program is a safe\, nurturing first outdoor day camp experience for young ones. Attentive and loving counselors facilitate safe and curious exploration of the Discovery Yard and Hitchcock trails while sharing enthusiasm and joyful nature connection. Our “Nest” (the gazebo) and pollinator gardens are our home base. Each day has a specific nature theme and includes free play\, morning circle\, snack time\, songs\, stories\, lunch time\, chores and games.. Sand kitchen play and sprinkler time are also part of each day! Our goals for our Chickadees are to use all their senses to explore nature\, to feel comfortable and safe learning and playing outdoors\, and to be part of a caring and respectful group.
URL:https://www.hitchcockcenter.org/event/chickadee-camp-42/2024-07-31/
CATEGORIES:Ages 5–8 or Grades K–3
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240731T084500
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240731T150000
DTSTAMP:20260404T184549
CREATED:20240118T182622Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240118T182622Z
UID:10003903-1722415500-1722438000@www.hitchcockcenter.org
SUMMARY:Nature Summer Camp: Making & Tinkering
DESCRIPTION:Making and Tinkering \nEntering grades 1 – 6\nMondays – Fridays\, 8:45 am – 3 pm\nSession 4: July 22 – August 2 (two weeks) \nBecome a nature-inspired inventor! Campers will spend this week outdoors exploring science and biomimicry\, and then applying what they learn to create! And yes\, chain reaction machines (a.k.a. Rube Goldberg machines) will be part of the fun too! Through investigation and play\, campers will discover nature’s smartest lessons and use them to playfully solve problems. We will also have field trips for the two older groups. By learning from the world around us\, we can become sustainable engineers!
URL:https://www.hitchcockcenter.org/event/nature-summer-camp-making-tinkering-7/2024-07-31/
CATEGORIES:Grades 1-6
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240801T084500
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240801T130000
DTSTAMP:20260404T184549
CREATED:20240118T181524Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240118T181524Z
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SUMMARY:Chickadee Camp
DESCRIPTION:Chickadee Camp \nEntering Kindergarten* See our Summer Camp page for more info\nMondays – Fridays\, 8:45 am – 1 pm\nSession 4: July 22 – August 2 (two weeks) \nThe Chickadee program is a safe\, nurturing first outdoor day camp experience for young ones. Attentive and loving counselors facilitate safe and curious exploration of the Discovery Yard and Hitchcock trails while sharing enthusiasm and joyful nature connection. Our “Nest” (the gazebo) and pollinator gardens are our home base. Each day has a specific nature theme and includes free play\, morning circle\, snack time\, songs\, stories\, lunch time\, chores and games.. Sand kitchen play and sprinkler time are also part of each day! Our goals for our Chickadees are to use all their senses to explore nature\, to feel comfortable and safe learning and playing outdoors\, and to be part of a caring and respectful group.
URL:https://www.hitchcockcenter.org/event/chickadee-camp-42/2024-08-01/
CATEGORIES:Ages 5–8 or Grades K–3
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240801T084500
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240801T150000
DTSTAMP:20260404T184549
CREATED:20240118T182622Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240118T182622Z
UID:10003904-1722501900-1722524400@www.hitchcockcenter.org
SUMMARY:Nature Summer Camp: Making & Tinkering
DESCRIPTION:Making and Tinkering \nEntering grades 1 – 6\nMondays – Fridays\, 8:45 am – 3 pm\nSession 4: July 22 – August 2 (two weeks) \nBecome a nature-inspired inventor! Campers will spend this week outdoors exploring science and biomimicry\, and then applying what they learn to create! And yes\, chain reaction machines (a.k.a. Rube Goldberg machines) will be part of the fun too! Through investigation and play\, campers will discover nature’s smartest lessons and use them to playfully solve problems. We will also have field trips for the two older groups. By learning from the world around us\, we can become sustainable engineers!
URL:https://www.hitchcockcenter.org/event/nature-summer-camp-making-tinkering-7/2024-08-01/
CATEGORIES:Grades 1-6
END:VEVENT
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240802T084500
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240802T130000
DTSTAMP:20260404T184549
CREATED:20240118T181524Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240118T181524Z
UID:10003870-1722588300-1722603600@www.hitchcockcenter.org
SUMMARY:Chickadee Camp
DESCRIPTION:Chickadee Camp \nEntering Kindergarten* See our Summer Camp page for more info\nMondays – Fridays\, 8:45 am – 1 pm\nSession 4: July 22 – August 2 (two weeks) \nThe Chickadee program is a safe\, nurturing first outdoor day camp experience for young ones. Attentive and loving counselors facilitate safe and curious exploration of the Discovery Yard and Hitchcock trails while sharing enthusiasm and joyful nature connection. Our “Nest” (the gazebo) and pollinator gardens are our home base. Each day has a specific nature theme and includes free play\, morning circle\, snack time\, songs\, stories\, lunch time\, chores and games.. Sand kitchen play and sprinkler time are also part of each day! Our goals for our Chickadees are to use all their senses to explore nature\, to feel comfortable and safe learning and playing outdoors\, and to be part of a caring and respectful group.
URL:https://www.hitchcockcenter.org/event/chickadee-camp-42/2024-08-02/
CATEGORIES:Ages 5–8 or Grades K–3
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240802T084500
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240802T150000
DTSTAMP:20260404T184549
CREATED:20240118T182622Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240118T182622Z
UID:10003905-1722588300-1722610800@www.hitchcockcenter.org
SUMMARY:Nature Summer Camp: Making & Tinkering
DESCRIPTION:Making and Tinkering \nEntering grades 1 – 6\nMondays – Fridays\, 8:45 am – 3 pm\nSession 4: July 22 – August 2 (two weeks) \nBecome a nature-inspired inventor! Campers will spend this week outdoors exploring science and biomimicry\, and then applying what they learn to create! And yes\, chain reaction machines (a.k.a. Rube Goldberg machines) will be part of the fun too! Through investigation and play\, campers will discover nature’s smartest lessons and use them to playfully solve problems. We will also have field trips for the two older groups. By learning from the world around us\, we can become sustainable engineers!
URL:https://www.hitchcockcenter.org/event/nature-summer-camp-making-tinkering-7/2024-08-02/
CATEGORIES:Grades 1-6
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240805T084500
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240805T130000
DTSTAMP:20260404T184549
CREATED:20240118T181658Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240118T181658Z
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SUMMARY:Chickadee Camp
DESCRIPTION:Chickadee Camp \nEntering Kindergarten* See our Summer Camp page for more info\nMondays – Fridays\, 8:45 am – 1 pm\nSession 5: August 5 – August 9 (one week) \nThe Chickadee program is a safe\, nurturing first outdoor day camp experience for young ones. Attentive and loving counselors facilitate safe and curious exploration of the Discovery Yard and Hitchcock trails while sharing enthusiasm and joyful nature connection. Our “Nest” (the gazebo) and pollinator gardens are our home base. Each day has a specific nature theme and includes free play\, morning circle\, snack time\, songs\, stories\, lunch time\, chores and games.. Sand kitchen play and sprinkler time are also part of each day! Our goals for our Chickadees are to use all their senses to explore nature\, to feel comfortable and safe learning and playing outdoors\, and to be part of a caring and respectful group.
URL:https://www.hitchcockcenter.org/event/chickadee-camp-43/2024-08-05/
CATEGORIES:Ages 5–8 or Grades K–3
END:VEVENT
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240805T084500
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240805T150000
DTSTAMP:20260404T184549
CREATED:20240118T182257Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240118T182257Z
UID:10003881-1722847500-1722870000@www.hitchcockcenter.org
SUMMARY:Nature Summer Camp: Micro World
DESCRIPTION:Our Little Micro World \nEntering grades 1 – 6\nMondays – Fridays\, 8:45 am – 3 pm\nSession 5: August 5 – August 9 (one week) \nGet ready to get very tiny this week as we explore all things small. Who are the creatures that can fit in your hand\, or on a penny? We’ll investigate teeny tiny ants\, pillbugs\, worms\, and other invertebrates that have important jobs in nature. We’ll pay attention to the tiniest flowers and plants and discover their importance to their ecosystems. Through live animal visits\, exploration\, hikes\, and art projects\, campers will investigate the tiny things in life! There will be no field trips this week.
URL:https://www.hitchcockcenter.org/event/nature-summer-camp-micro-world-2/2024-08-05/
CATEGORIES:Grades 1-6
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240806T084500
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240806T130000
DTSTAMP:20260404T184549
CREATED:20240118T181658Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240118T181658Z
UID:10003872-1722933900-1722949200@www.hitchcockcenter.org
SUMMARY:Chickadee Camp
DESCRIPTION:Chickadee Camp \nEntering Kindergarten* See our Summer Camp page for more info\nMondays – Fridays\, 8:45 am – 1 pm\nSession 5: August 5 – August 9 (one week) \nThe Chickadee program is a safe\, nurturing first outdoor day camp experience for young ones. Attentive and loving counselors facilitate safe and curious exploration of the Discovery Yard and Hitchcock trails while sharing enthusiasm and joyful nature connection. Our “Nest” (the gazebo) and pollinator gardens are our home base. Each day has a specific nature theme and includes free play\, morning circle\, snack time\, songs\, stories\, lunch time\, chores and games.. Sand kitchen play and sprinkler time are also part of each day! Our goals for our Chickadees are to use all their senses to explore nature\, to feel comfortable and safe learning and playing outdoors\, and to be part of a caring and respectful group.
URL:https://www.hitchcockcenter.org/event/chickadee-camp-43/2024-08-06/
CATEGORIES:Ages 5–8 or Grades K–3
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240806T084500
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240806T150000
DTSTAMP:20260404T184549
CREATED:20240118T182257Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240118T182257Z
UID:10003882-1722933900-1722956400@www.hitchcockcenter.org
SUMMARY:Nature Summer Camp: Micro World
DESCRIPTION:Our Little Micro World \nEntering grades 1 – 6\nMondays – Fridays\, 8:45 am – 3 pm\nSession 5: August 5 – August 9 (one week) \nGet ready to get very tiny this week as we explore all things small. Who are the creatures that can fit in your hand\, or on a penny? We’ll investigate teeny tiny ants\, pillbugs\, worms\, and other invertebrates that have important jobs in nature. We’ll pay attention to the tiniest flowers and plants and discover their importance to their ecosystems. Through live animal visits\, exploration\, hikes\, and art projects\, campers will investigate the tiny things in life! There will be no field trips this week.
URL:https://www.hitchcockcenter.org/event/nature-summer-camp-micro-world-2/2024-08-06/
CATEGORIES:Grades 1-6
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240807T084500
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240807T130000
DTSTAMP:20260404T184549
CREATED:20240118T181658Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240118T181658Z
UID:10003873-1723020300-1723035600@www.hitchcockcenter.org
SUMMARY:Chickadee Camp
DESCRIPTION:Chickadee Camp \nEntering Kindergarten* See our Summer Camp page for more info\nMondays – Fridays\, 8:45 am – 1 pm\nSession 5: August 5 – August 9 (one week) \nThe Chickadee program is a safe\, nurturing first outdoor day camp experience for young ones. Attentive and loving counselors facilitate safe and curious exploration of the Discovery Yard and Hitchcock trails while sharing enthusiasm and joyful nature connection. Our “Nest” (the gazebo) and pollinator gardens are our home base. Each day has a specific nature theme and includes free play\, morning circle\, snack time\, songs\, stories\, lunch time\, chores and games.. Sand kitchen play and sprinkler time are also part of each day! Our goals for our Chickadees are to use all their senses to explore nature\, to feel comfortable and safe learning and playing outdoors\, and to be part of a caring and respectful group.
URL:https://www.hitchcockcenter.org/event/chickadee-camp-43/2024-08-07/
CATEGORIES:Ages 5–8 or Grades K–3
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240807T084500
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240807T150000
DTSTAMP:20260404T184549
CREATED:20240118T182257Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240118T182257Z
UID:10003883-1723020300-1723042800@www.hitchcockcenter.org
SUMMARY:Nature Summer Camp: Micro World
DESCRIPTION:Our Little Micro World \nEntering grades 1 – 6\nMondays – Fridays\, 8:45 am – 3 pm\nSession 5: August 5 – August 9 (one week) \nGet ready to get very tiny this week as we explore all things small. Who are the creatures that can fit in your hand\, or on a penny? We’ll investigate teeny tiny ants\, pillbugs\, worms\, and other invertebrates that have important jobs in nature. We’ll pay attention to the tiniest flowers and plants and discover their importance to their ecosystems. Through live animal visits\, exploration\, hikes\, and art projects\, campers will investigate the tiny things in life! There will be no field trips this week.
URL:https://www.hitchcockcenter.org/event/nature-summer-camp-micro-world-2/2024-08-07/
CATEGORIES:Grades 1-6
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240807T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240807T200000
DTSTAMP:20260404T184549
CREATED:20240415T191739Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240430T153341Z
UID:10003942-1723053600-1723060800@www.hitchcockcenter.org
SUMMARY:Women in Climate Stories: Screening & Discussion
DESCRIPTION:August 7\, 6 PM \nDrawdown’s Neighborhood is a climate solutions short documentary series passing the mic to climate heroes who often go unheard. “Each of us has a climate story to tell. By passing the mic to underrepresented people working on the frontlines of climate change\, we hope to share as many as these stories as possible while reshaping who society sees as climate heroes.“  This set of Drawdown Stories from Drawdown Neighborhoods centers the voices of some of the women leading the solutions movement. Come watch these documentary shorts with us.
URL:https://www.hitchcockcenter.org/event/women-in-climate-stories-screening-discussion/
CATEGORIES:Adult Programs
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240808T084500
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240808T130000
DTSTAMP:20260404T184549
CREATED:20240118T181658Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240118T181658Z
UID:10003874-1723106700-1723122000@www.hitchcockcenter.org
SUMMARY:Chickadee Camp
DESCRIPTION:Chickadee Camp \nEntering Kindergarten* See our Summer Camp page for more info\nMondays – Fridays\, 8:45 am – 1 pm\nSession 5: August 5 – August 9 (one week) \nThe Chickadee program is a safe\, nurturing first outdoor day camp experience for young ones. Attentive and loving counselors facilitate safe and curious exploration of the Discovery Yard and Hitchcock trails while sharing enthusiasm and joyful nature connection. Our “Nest” (the gazebo) and pollinator gardens are our home base. Each day has a specific nature theme and includes free play\, morning circle\, snack time\, songs\, stories\, lunch time\, chores and games.. Sand kitchen play and sprinkler time are also part of each day! Our goals for our Chickadees are to use all their senses to explore nature\, to feel comfortable and safe learning and playing outdoors\, and to be part of a caring and respectful group.
URL:https://www.hitchcockcenter.org/event/chickadee-camp-43/2024-08-08/
CATEGORIES:Ages 5–8 or Grades K–3
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240808T084500
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240808T150000
DTSTAMP:20260404T184549
CREATED:20240118T182257Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240118T182257Z
UID:10003884-1723106700-1723129200@www.hitchcockcenter.org
SUMMARY:Nature Summer Camp: Micro World
DESCRIPTION:Our Little Micro World \nEntering grades 1 – 6\nMondays – Fridays\, 8:45 am – 3 pm\nSession 5: August 5 – August 9 (one week) \nGet ready to get very tiny this week as we explore all things small. Who are the creatures that can fit in your hand\, or on a penny? We’ll investigate teeny tiny ants\, pillbugs\, worms\, and other invertebrates that have important jobs in nature. We’ll pay attention to the tiniest flowers and plants and discover their importance to their ecosystems. Through live animal visits\, exploration\, hikes\, and art projects\, campers will investigate the tiny things in life! There will be no field trips this week.
URL:https://www.hitchcockcenter.org/event/nature-summer-camp-micro-world-2/2024-08-08/
CATEGORIES:Grades 1-6
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240809T084500
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240809T130000
DTSTAMP:20260404T184549
CREATED:20240118T181658Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240118T181658Z
UID:10003875-1723193100-1723208400@www.hitchcockcenter.org
SUMMARY:Chickadee Camp
DESCRIPTION:Chickadee Camp \nEntering Kindergarten* See our Summer Camp page for more info\nMondays – Fridays\, 8:45 am – 1 pm\nSession 5: August 5 – August 9 (one week) \nThe Chickadee program is a safe\, nurturing first outdoor day camp experience for young ones. Attentive and loving counselors facilitate safe and curious exploration of the Discovery Yard and Hitchcock trails while sharing enthusiasm and joyful nature connection. Our “Nest” (the gazebo) and pollinator gardens are our home base. Each day has a specific nature theme and includes free play\, morning circle\, snack time\, songs\, stories\, lunch time\, chores and games.. Sand kitchen play and sprinkler time are also part of each day! Our goals for our Chickadees are to use all their senses to explore nature\, to feel comfortable and safe learning and playing outdoors\, and to be part of a caring and respectful group.
URL:https://www.hitchcockcenter.org/event/chickadee-camp-43/2024-08-09/
CATEGORIES:Ages 5–8 or Grades K–3
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240809T084500
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240809T150000
DTSTAMP:20260404T184549
CREATED:20240118T182257Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240118T182257Z
UID:10003885-1723193100-1723215600@www.hitchcockcenter.org
SUMMARY:Nature Summer Camp: Micro World
DESCRIPTION:Our Little Micro World \nEntering grades 1 – 6\nMondays – Fridays\, 8:45 am – 3 pm\nSession 5: August 5 – August 9 (one week) \nGet ready to get very tiny this week as we explore all things small. Who are the creatures that can fit in your hand\, or on a penny? We’ll investigate teeny tiny ants\, pillbugs\, worms\, and other invertebrates that have important jobs in nature. We’ll pay attention to the tiniest flowers and plants and discover their importance to their ecosystems. Through live animal visits\, exploration\, hikes\, and art projects\, campers will investigate the tiny things in life! There will be no field trips this week.
URL:https://www.hitchcockcenter.org/event/nature-summer-camp-micro-world-2/2024-08-09/
CATEGORIES:Grades 1-6
END:VEVENT
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20240812
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20240817
DTSTAMP:20260404T184549
CREATED:20240809T153708Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240809T155222Z
UID:10004411-1723420800-1723852799@www.hitchcockcenter.org
SUMMARY:Hitchcock Center Closed      -     August 12   Through   August 16
DESCRIPTION:  \nThe Hitchcock Center will be closed for cleaning August 12-16\, 2024.
URL:https://www.hitchcockcenter.org/event/hitchcock-center-closed-28/
LOCATION:Hitchcock Center for the Environment\, 845 West Street\, Amherst\, MA\, 01002
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240824T070000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240824T120000
DTSTAMP:20260404T184549
CREATED:20240808T154926Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240808T161146Z
UID:10004345-1724482800-1724500800@www.hitchcockcenter.org
SUMMARY:Fall Birding Field Trip with Scott Surner
DESCRIPTION:Fall Birding Class with Scott Surner\n August 24 – October 26\, 2024 \n \nBirding in the fall is just as wonderful as birding in the spring\, see hawks migrating\, fall warblers\, waterfowl migration and more.  Join lifelong birder Scott Surner as well as other local birders to get out and enjoy nature\, birds and the company of others who also love birds. \nSliding Scale cost: $300\, $270 or $240 \nSaturday Field Trips: \nAug 24  – 5AM – Dusk  We start off the fall 2024 season with a trip to a coastal location in search of south bound Shorebirds\, Herons\, Terns etc. The likely location would be Plum Island\, but a trip to the Connecticut shore can’t be ruled out. Bring Lunch. \nAug 31 – No Class \nSept 7 – 7AM – 12 Local\,  Looking for fall Warblers\, Philadelphia Vireo\, and keeping an eye out for south bound American Golden-Plovers. \nSept 14 – 7AM – 12 Local\, More fall Warblers\, Vireos\, Flycatchers. Etc. \nSept 21 – 7AM – 12  Local\, Looking for more warblers\, early sparrows and\, depending on the weather\, looking for migrating hawks at MT.Holyoke. \nSept 28- 7AM – 12. Local. Looking for Sparrows! We’ll be visiting local weedy fields in Amherst\, Hadley and Northampton. \nOct 5- 6AM – 4PM. Lighthouse point\, Connecticut. This is a well-known location for hawk migration\, in particular for accipiters. Bring lunch. \n\n \n\n\nOct 12th– No Class \nOct 19th– 7AM-12. Local. Waterfowl migration is starting up. We could visit a number of sites locally from Quabbin to Northampton. \nOct 26th– 7AM-12. Franklin County- Waterfowl. We’ll visit Barton’s Cove\, Power Canal and in the spirit of Halloween\, we’ll also visit Satan’s Kingdom and Hell’s Kitchen. \nClassroom Programs-\nAug 21st– 6PM-8PM- Shorebirds & Terns \nSept 4th– 6PM – 8PM- Fall Warblers \nSept 25th– 6PM-8PM- Sparrows
URL:https://www.hitchcockcenter.org/event/fall-birding-field-trip-with-scott-surner/2024-08-24/
LOCATION:Hitchcock Center for the Environment\, 845 West Street\, Amherst\, MA\, 01002
CATEGORIES:Adult Programs
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240828T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240828T200000
DTSTAMP:20260404T184549
CREATED:20240821T192856Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240821T192856Z
UID:10004412-1724868000-1724875200@www.hitchcockcenter.org
SUMMARY:Fall Birding - Classroom Program
DESCRIPTION:Fall Birding Class with Scott Surner\n August 24 – October 26\, 2024 \n (Plus optional add on November weekend trip)  \n \nBirding in the fall is just as wonderful as birding in the spring\, see hawks migrating\, fall warblers\, waterfowl migration and more.  Join lifelong birder Scott Surner as well as other local birders to get out and enjoy nature\, birds and the company of others who also love birds. \nSliding Scale cost: $300\, $270 or $240 \nSaturday Field Trips: \nAug 24  – 5AM – Dusk  We start off the fall 2024 season with a trip to a coastal location in search of south bound Shorebirds\, Herons\, Terns etc. The likely location would be Plum Island\, but a trip to the Connecticut shore can’t be ruled out. Bring Lunch. \nAug 31 – No Class \nSept 7 – 7AM – 12 Local\,  Looking for fall Warblers\, Philadelphia Vireo\, and keeping an eye out for south bound American Golden-Plovers. \nSept 14 – 7AM – 12 Local\, More fall Warblers\, Vireos\, Flycatchers. Etc. \nSept 21 – 7AM – 12  Local\, Looking for more warblers\, early sparrows and\, depending on the weather\, looking for migrating hawks at MT.Holyoke. \nSept 28- 7AM – 12. Local. Looking for Sparrows! We’ll be visiting local weedy fields in Amherst\, Hadley and Northampton. \nOct 5- 6AM – 4PM. Lighthouse point\, Connecticut. This is a well-known location for hawk migration\, in particular for accipiters. Bring lunch. \n \nOct 12th– No Class \nOct 19th– 7AM-12. Local. Waterfowl migration is starting up. We could visit a number of sites locally from Quabbin to Northampton. \nOct 26th– 7AM-12. Franklin County- Waterfowl. We’ll visit Barton’s Cove\, Power Canal and in the spirit of Halloween\, we’ll also visit Satan’s Kingdom and Hell’s Kitchen. \nClassroom Programs-\nAug 28th– 6PM-8PM- Shorebirds & Terns \nSept 4th– 6PM – 8PM- Fall Warblers \nSept 25th– 6PM-8PM- Sparrows \nREGISTER HERE FOR FULL CLASS\n\nOptional Overnight Weekend Birding Trip-\nNov 8th-10th. Cape Cod Weekend. Departing early Friday morning and returning late afternoon on Sunday. We’ll focus mostly on the lower Cape. (Orleans down to Provincetown). More info will be given after sign-up. This trip is separate from the other trips listed above.  Everyone is responsible for their own transportation\, food and lodging. Fee includes 3 days of birding instruction. \nSliding scale: $190\, 160\, or $130.  \nREGISTER HERE FOR ADDITIONAL WEEKEND TRIP
URL:https://www.hitchcockcenter.org/event/fall-birding-classroom-program/
LOCATION:Hitchcock Center for the Environment\, 845 West Street\, Amherst\, MA\, 01002
CATEGORIES:Adult Programs
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240831T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240831T120000
DTSTAMP:20260404T184549
CREATED:20240415T191152Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240415T191152Z
UID:10003939-1725098400-1725105600@www.hitchcockcenter.org
SUMMARY:Mushroom Hunters Field Walk
DESCRIPTION:Saturday\, August 31\, 10 AM -12 PM  \nJoin us for a Mushroom hunting field walk\, learn basic mushroom identification and ecology. 
URL:https://www.hitchcockcenter.org/event/mushroom-hunters-field-walk/
CATEGORIES:Adult Programs
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240831T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240831T150000
DTSTAMP:20260404T184549
CREATED:20240808T162419Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240829T150305Z
UID:10004410-1725109200-1725116400@www.hitchcockcenter.org
SUMMARY:Lecture & Wild Mushroom Cooking Demo
DESCRIPTION:Indoor Slideshow -Lecture & Wild Mushroom Cooking Demo \nwith The Mushroom Hunting Foundation \nSaturday\, August 31\, 1pm – 3pm at the Hitchcock Center \nLearn from Ryan Bouchard and Emily Schmidt\, New England’s leading mushroom hunting teachers.  Using a slideshow of their own incredible all-local photography\, Ryan and Emily will explain the basics of wild mushroom science and safety\, and focus on the local summer species that are considered “safe for beginners” to cook with.  The discussions will be accompanied by an ongoing wild mushroom cooking demonstration\, where you can experience some extraordinary flavors for yourself.  This class will show you inside a whole world of adventure that most people overlook. \nIf you can\, it is recommended to also attend the outdoor guided walk (earlier on this same day)\, adding to this immersive experience \nAbout the Instructors:Ryan T.Bouchard is the author and photographer of the groundbreaking book Gourmet Mushrooms of the Northeast 2019.  Emily Schmidt also studies our local mushroom species (and wild plants as well)\, and teaches creative cooking that highlights their many unique flavors.  Together\, they created The Mushroom Hunting Foundation\, and have educated thousands of people about safely enjoying America’s incredible wild mushrooms. \nREGISTER HERE
URL:https://www.hitchcockcenter.org/event/lecture-wild-mushroom-cooking-demo/
LOCATION:Hitchcock Center for the Environment\, 845 West Street\, Amherst\, MA\, 01002
CATEGORIES:Adult Programs
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240831T153000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240831T173000
DTSTAMP:20260404T184549
CREATED:20240829T142835Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240829T144814Z
UID:10004421-1725118200-1725125400@www.hitchcockcenter.org
SUMMARY:Mushroom Hunters Field Walk
DESCRIPTION:Saturday\, August 31\, 3:30PM – 5:30PM  \nJoin us for a Mushroom hunting field walk\, learn basic mushroom identification and ecology.  \nREGISTER- PM Session – New Class
URL:https://www.hitchcockcenter.org/event/mushroom-hunters-field-walk-2/
CATEGORIES:Adult Programs
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240903T153000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240903T173000
DTSTAMP:20260404T184549
CREATED:20240606T201017Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240606T201018Z
UID:10004218-1725377400-1725384600@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-131-2-2/2024-09-03/
CATEGORIES:Ages 9–11 or Grades 4–6
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240904T153000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240904T173000
DTSTAMP:20260404T184549
CREATED:20240606T200145Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240606T200145Z
UID:10004090-1725463800-1725471000@www.hitchcockcenter.org
SUMMARY:Junior Nature Play Afterschool
DESCRIPTION:Junior Nature Play Afterschool \nwith Lauren Dausch\nGrades K – 2\nWednesdays\, 3:30 – 5:30 PM\nSeptember 4 – December 18 (Extended day (1 PM) on October 23\, no program November 27)\nFee per Child: Tier A-$487 | Tier B-$406 | Tier C-$345 | Tier D-$264\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 Fall Junior Nature Play we will explore wooded trails and fields\, play pretend in our mud kitchen\, and make leaf crowns.  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-17/2024-09-04/
CATEGORIES:Ages 5–8 or Grades K–3
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240904T153000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240904T173000
DTSTAMP:20260404T184549
CREATED:20240606T200624Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240606T200624Z
UID:10004158-1725463800-1725471000@www.hitchcockcenter.org
SUMMARY:Nature Play Afterschool
DESCRIPTION:Nature Play Afterschool \nwith Jeff Mazur\nGrades 2 – 4\nWednesdays\, 3:30 – 5:30 PM\nSeptember 4 – December 18 (Extended day (1 PM) on October 23\, no program November 27)\nFee per Child: Tier A-$487 | Tier B-$406 | Tier C-$345  | Tier D-$264\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. During Fall Nature Play we will explore wooded trails and fields\, jump in leaf piles\, build forts\, 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. For those parents deciding between the junior and nature play programs\, the latter often travels further and is away from the Hitchcock Center’s play yard longer.
URL:https://www.hitchcockcenter.org/event/nature-play-afterschool-208/2024-09-04/
CATEGORIES:Ages 5–8/Grades K–3 or Ages 9–11/Grades 4–6
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