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SUMMARY:Nature Play Afterschool
DESCRIPTION:Fall is here\, and school has started\, and your kids still want to be outside! Hitchcock’s Nature Play Afterschool Program is designed to let kids be kids. Together we will run\, jump\, climb\, invent\, imagine\, play and be a free-range kids all while developing self-confidence and learning valuable social skills. During Fall Nature Play we will explore wooded trails and fields\, play in and near streams\, build forts\, climb trees\, make new discoveries about ourselves and the world around us and use our imaginations. Our instructors provide a safe setting for children to explore nature and encourages children to stretch their limits as they balance on logs\, hold salamanders\, or co-create new games with their peers.  Limited to 10 participants. Non-refundable within a week of the program\, all refunds incur a 10% administrative fee. \nAges 6-9\, Grades 1-3\nWith Jeff Mazur\nWednesday Sessions\, 3:30-5:30pm: September 11 – December 18 (no class November 27)\nExtended days\, 1:30-5:30pm: September 25\, October 23\, December 11\nMembers: $390/Non-members: $468
URL:https://www.hitchcockcenter.org/event/nature-play-afterschool-185/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20191210T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20191210T140000
DTSTAMP:20260419T201536
CREATED:20190517T174811Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190517T174811Z
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SUMMARY:Homeschool II: Our Valley\, Our Home
DESCRIPTION:How many different types of habitats are in the Pioneer Valley? Join us this fall as we try and find out! From mountain tops\, to caves\, to rivers and forest – there is some much to learn about. During this series\, we will be exploring our valley – discovering different types of habitats\, and learning about the plants and animals that live there.  Each week we will visit a new place around the Hitchcock Center and beyond\, focusing on how that place is a special part of the valley ecosystem. Every day we will explore the outdoors\, play games and further learning at home with optional home projects. Limited to 12 participants. Non-refundable within a week of the program\, all refunds incur a 10% administrative fee.  \nAges 9-12\nWith Jeff Mazur\nTuesdays\, 10am-2pm\nSeptember 24\, October 8\, 15\, 22\, 29\,  November 12\, 19\, 26\, December 3\, 10\nNo class October 1 or November 5\nMembers: $450/Non-members: $540
URL:https://www.hitchcockcenter.org/event/homeschool-ii-our-valley-our-home-10/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20191210T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20191210T140000
DTSTAMP:20260419T201536
CREATED:20190517T171832Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190517T175358Z
UID:10001446-1575972000-1575986400@www.hitchcockcenter.org
SUMMARY:Homeschool I: Marvelous Mammals
DESCRIPTION:What do porcupines\, blue whales and little brown bats have in common? They’re all mammals! And so are we! This fall we’ll be learning all about the world of mammals – which ones live here and what their adaptations are. These furry\, warm-blooded creatures are not so different from you and me. What are their lives like\, what do they eat\, where do they live? What makes them unique from other animals? Each week we’ll focus on a new mammal and its adaptations and natural history. Every day we’ll explore the outdoors\, play games\, learn new vocabulary words and further the learning at home with optional home projects. Limited to 12 participants. Non-refundable within a week of the program\, all refunds incur a 10% administrative fee.  \nAges 6-8\nWith Katie Koerten\nTuesdays\, 10-2pm\nSeptember 24\, October 8\, 15\, 22\, 29\,  November 12\, 19\, 26\, December 3\, 10\nNo class October 1 or November 5\nMembers: $450/Non-members: $540
URL:https://www.hitchcockcenter.org/event/homeschool-1-marvelous-mammals-10/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20191209T153000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20191209T173000
DTSTAMP:20260419T201536
CREATED:20190517T192214Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190517T192214Z
UID:10001497-1575905400-1575912600@www.hitchcockcenter.org
SUMMARY:Nature Play Afterschool
DESCRIPTION:Fall is here\, and school has started\, and your kids still want to be outside! Hitchcock’s Nature Play Afterschool Program is designed to let kids be kids. Together we will run\, jump\, climb\, invent\, imagine\, play and be a free-range kids all while developing self-confidence and learning valuable social skills. During Fall Nature Play we will explore wooded trails and fields\, play in and near streams\, build forts\, climb trees\, make new discoveries about ourselves and the world around us and use our imaginations. Our instructors provide a safe setting for children to explore nature and encourages children to stretch their limits as they balance on logs\, hold salamanders\, or co-create new games with their peers. Limited to 10 participants. Non-refundable within a week of the program\, all refunds incur a 10% administrative fee. \nAges 6-9\, Grades 1-3\nWith Aemelia Thompson \nMonday Sessions\, 3:30-5:30pm: September 9 – December 16 (no class October 14 or November 11)\nMembers: $300/Non-members $360
URL:https://www.hitchcockcenter.org/event/nature-play-afterschool-171/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20191208T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20191208T120000
DTSTAMP:20260419T201536
CREATED:20190516T162426Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190516T162517Z
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SUMMARY:Nature All Year: Natural History Hike in the Quabbin
DESCRIPTION:Join us for our sixth year of offering an in-depth natural history course for naturalists and citizen scientists. Each month\, in our series of nature explorations with different local naturalists\, we explore a focused\, seasonal\, natural history topic. We’ll look at nature in new ways\, varying from broad habitat-wide perspectives to the finer details of individual species. Over the course of the year we’ll visit a variety of natural habitats in the greater Pioneer Valley area. Identification skills\, ecological connections\, adaptations\, and life cycles of organisms will be the focus of our observations. Bring your curiosity and observation skills and be prepared to spend time outdoors. Dress for the weather as we rarely cancel due to inclement weather. Bring binoculars and a hand lens\, water and snacks if you would like. Carpooling to more distant locations will be encouraged. \nDecember 8: Natural History Hike in the Quabbin with Ted Watt\nWe’ll hike into the Quabbin wilderness\, getting a deeper understanding of the habitats that are preserved there\, and the plants and animals that live there. If there is snow we will follow some of the creatures moving through and learn more about their lives. \nSundays once per month\, 9am-12pm (some class times may vary depending on topics)\nSign up for the remainder of the year: $140 members/$170 non-members.\nOr\, $30 per session.\nRegister here
URL:https://www.hitchcockcenter.org/event/nature-all-year-natural-history-hike-in-the-quabbin/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20191206T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20191206T150000
DTSTAMP:20260419T201536
CREATED:20190517T185630Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190517T185630Z
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SUMMARY:Nature Discovery Preschool: From Here To There: How Things Move in Nature
DESCRIPTION:Welcome back to a fun fall with Colleen. Children and their adult companion will discover all the wonderful ways that nature’s creatures get around- flying\, hopping\, slithering\, and swimming. We will observe how birds and insects fly\, how fish swim\, animals hop\, seeds move and lots more. This program encourages learning through movement\, singing\, crafts\, games\, stories and great adventure! Limited to 12 families per session. Non-refundable within a week of the program\, all refunds incur a 10% administrative fee. \nAges 3-5 (Adult required to attend with child)\nWith Colleen Kelley\nFriday afternoon sessions:1-3pm\nSeptember 20\, 27\, October  11\, 18\, 25\, November 1\, 15\, 22\, December 6\, 13\n(No class October 4\, November 8\, 29)\nMembers: $220/Non-members: $264
URL:https://www.hitchcockcenter.org/event/nature-discovery-preschool-from-here-to-there-how-things-move-in-nature-19/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20191206T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20191206T113000
DTSTAMP:20260419T201536
CREATED:20190517T183752Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190517T183752Z
UID:10001477-1575624600-1575631800@www.hitchcockcenter.org
SUMMARY:Nature Discovery Preschool: From Here To There: How Things Move in Nature
DESCRIPTION:Welcome back to a fun fall with Colleen. Children and their adult companion will discover all the wonderful ways that nature’s creatures get around- flying\, hopping\, slithering\, and swimming. We will observe how birds and insects fly\, how fish swim\, animals hop\, seeds move and lots more. This program encourages learning through movement\, singing\, crafts\, games\, stories and great adventure! Limited to 12 families per session. Non-refundable within a week of the program\, all refunds incur a 10% administrative fee. \nAges 3-5 (Adult required to attend with child)\nWith Colleen Kelley\nFriday morning sessions: 9:30-11:30am\nSeptember 20\, 27\, October  11\, 18\, 25\, November 1\, 15\, 22\, December 6\, 13\n(No class October 4\, November 8\, 29) \nMembers: $220/Non-members: $264
URL:https://www.hitchcockcenter.org/event/nature-discovery-preschool-from-here-to-there-how-things-move-in-nature-9/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20191205T153000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20191205T173000
DTSTAMP:20260419T201536
CREATED:20190517T181442Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190517T181442Z
UID:10001467-1575559800-1575567000@www.hitchcockcenter.org
SUMMARY:Girls into the Wild
DESCRIPTION:Sometimes you just need to run\, explore and play outdoors! That’s what we do at Girls into the Wild\, and lots more. Girls into the Wild is designed to get girls outside\, playing and engaging with nature in their own way. Instructor Katie Koerten offers games and activities that each girl can participate in at her own comfort level\, from climbing trees\, to playing camouflage in the forest\, to running and whooping wildly through fields – all while noticing the birds that are singing\, the flowers that are blooming and the animals that are leaving tracks behind. Come build your confidence and show your wild side! Families provide their own transportation to the Hitchcock Center. Limited to 10 participants. Non-refundable within a week of the program\, all refunds incur a 10% administrative fee. \nAges 8-11\, Grades 3-5\nWith Katie Koerten\nThursdays\, 3:30-5:30pm\nSeptember 12 – December 19 (no program October 31 or November 28)\nMembers: $355/Non-members: $426
URL:https://www.hitchcockcenter.org/event/girls-into-the-wild-127/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20191204T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20191204T203000
DTSTAMP:20260419T201536
CREATED:20190927T153922Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190927T160211Z
UID:10001541-1575486000-1575491400@www.hitchcockcenter.org
SUMMARY:New England Forests Film: Eastern White Pine – The Tree Rooted in American History
DESCRIPTION:In colonial American times\, stately eastern white pines were among the most valuable trees on the planet. They were an imposing presence in the primeval forests of eastern North America. \nThis new documentary film tells the story of our native white pine\, and the significant part it played in America’s founding and history\, using archival footage\, stunning photography\, and aerial views.  It also answers such questions as: \n\nWhy were these pines so valuable?\nHow were these pines important to the lives of the first settlers?\nWhat role did they play in the the American War of Independence\, and founding of the US?\nWhat is the status of this great tree species today?\nHow is it important to wildlife?\nWhy is walking among white pines in the forest good for you?\nWhat is the tallest living thing in the northeastern United States?\nIs there any hope of seeing these trees as they once were\, 400 years ago?\n\nFind the answers to these questions and more in the newest film by the makers of The Lost Forests of New England\, Eastern White Pine … the tree rooted in American history. Learn more and watch the trailer. \nWednesday\, December 4\, 7 – 8:30pm\nScreening followed by panel with filmmakers Ray Asselin and Bob Leverett\nSuggested donation $5\, registration appreciated
URL:https://www.hitchcockcenter.org/event/new-england-forests-film-eastern-white-pine-the-tree-rooted-in-american-history/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20191204T153000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20191204T173000
DTSTAMP:20260419T201536
CREATED:20190517T195549Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190517T195549Z
UID:10001510-1575473400-1575480600@www.hitchcockcenter.org
SUMMARY:Nature Play Afterschool
DESCRIPTION:Fall is here\, and school has started\, and your kids still want to be outside! Hitchcock’s Nature Play Afterschool Program is designed to let kids be kids. Together we will run\, jump\, climb\, invent\, imagine\, play and be a free-range kids all while developing self-confidence and learning valuable social skills. During Fall Nature Play we will explore wooded trails and fields\, play in and near streams\, build forts\, climb trees\, make new discoveries about ourselves and the world around us and use our imaginations. Our instructors provide a safe setting for children to explore nature and encourages children to stretch their limits as they balance on logs\, hold salamanders\, or co-create new games with their peers. Limited to 10 participants. Non-refundable within a week of the program\, all refunds incur a 10% administrative fee. \nAges 6-9\, Grades 1-3
\nWith Jeff Mazur
\nWednesday Sessions\, 3:30-5:30pm: September 11 – December 18 (no class November 27)\nExtended days\, 1:30-5:30pm: September 25\, October 23\, December 11\nMembers: $390/Non-members: $468
URL:https://www.hitchcockcenter.org/event/nature-play-afterschool-184/
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20191203T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20191203T140000
DTSTAMP:20260419T201536
CREATED:20190517T174715Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190517T174715Z
UID:10001455-1575367200-1575381600@www.hitchcockcenter.org
SUMMARY:Homeschool II: Our Valley\, Our Home
DESCRIPTION:How many different types of habitats are in the Pioneer Valley? Join us this fall as we try and find out! From mountain tops\, to caves\, to rivers and forest – there is some much to learn about. During this series\, we will be exploring our valley – discovering different types of habitats\, and learning about the plants and animals that live there.  Each week we will visit a new place around the Hitchcock Center and beyond\, focusing on how that place is a special part of the valley ecosystem. Every day we will explore the outdoors\, play games and further learning at home with optional home projects. Limited to 12 participants. Non-refundable within a week of the program\, all refunds incur a 10% administrative fee.  \nAges 9-12\nWith Jeff Mazur\nTuesdays\, 10am-2pm\nSeptember 24\, October 8\, 15\, 22\, 29\,  November 12\, 19\, 26\, December 3\, 10\nNo class October 1 or November 5\nMembers: $450/Non-members: $540
URL:https://www.hitchcockcenter.org/event/homeschool-ii-our-valley-our-home-9/
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20191203T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20191203T140000
DTSTAMP:20260419T201536
CREATED:20190517T171749Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190517T175422Z
UID:10001445-1575367200-1575381600@www.hitchcockcenter.org
SUMMARY:Homeschool I: Marvelous Mammals
DESCRIPTION:What do porcupines\, blue whales and little brown bats have in common? They’re all mammals! And so are we! This fall we’ll be learning all about the world of mammals – which ones live here and what their adaptations are. These furry\, warm-blooded creatures are not so different from you and me. What are their lives like\, what do they eat\, where do they live? What makes them unique from other animals? Each week we’ll focus on a new mammal and its adaptations and natural history. Every day we’ll explore the outdoors\, play games\, learn new vocabulary words and further the learning at home with optional home projects. Limited to 12 participants. Non-refundable within a week of the program\, all refunds incur a 10% administrative fee.  \nAges 6-8\nWith Katie Koerten\nTuesdays\, 10-2pm\nSeptember 24\, October 8\, 15\, 22\, 29\,  November 12\, 19\, 26\, December 3\, 10\nNo class October 1 or November 5\nMembers: $450/Non-members: $540
URL:https://www.hitchcockcenter.org/event/homeschool-1-marvelous-mammals-9/
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20191202T153000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20191202T173000
DTSTAMP:20260419T201536
CREATED:20190517T192059Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190517T192059Z
UID:10001496-1575300600-1575307800@www.hitchcockcenter.org
SUMMARY:Nature Play Afterschool
DESCRIPTION:Fall is here\, and school has started\, and your kids still want to be outside! Hitchcock’s Nature Play Afterschool Program is designed to let kids be kids. Together we will run\, jump\, climb\, invent\, imagine\, play and be a free-range kids all while developing self-confidence and learning valuable social skills. During Fall Nature Play we will explore wooded trails and fields\, play in and near streams\, build forts\, climb trees\, make new discoveries about ourselves and the world around us and use our imaginations. Our instructors provide a safe setting for children to explore nature and encourages children to stretch their limits as they balance on logs\, hold salamanders\, or co-create new games with their peers. Limited to 10 participants. Non-refundable within a week of the program\, all refunds incur a 10% administrative fee. \nAges 6-9\, Grades 1-3\nWith Aemelia Thompson \nMonday Sessions\, 3:30-5:30pm: September 9 – December 16 (no class October 14 or November 11)\nMembers: $300/Non-members $360
URL:https://www.hitchcockcenter.org/event/nature-play-afterschool-170/
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20191129
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20191130
DTSTAMP:20260419T201536
CREATED:20191120T152150Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20191120T152150Z
UID:10001620-1574985600-1575071999@www.hitchcockcenter.org
SUMMARY:Closed
DESCRIPTION:The Hitchcock Center will be closed November 28 and 29.
URL:https://www.hitchcockcenter.org/event/closed-7/
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20191128
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20191129
DTSTAMP:20260419T201536
CREATED:20191120T152127Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20191120T152127Z
UID:10001619-1574899200-1574985599@www.hitchcockcenter.org
SUMMARY:Closed
DESCRIPTION:The Hitchcock Center will be closed November 28 and 29.
URL:https://www.hitchcockcenter.org/event/closed-6/
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20191126T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20191126T140000
DTSTAMP:20260419T201536
CREATED:20190517T174620Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190517T174620Z
UID:10001454-1574762400-1574776800@www.hitchcockcenter.org
SUMMARY:Homeschool II: Our Valley\, Our Home
DESCRIPTION:How many different types of habitats are in the Pioneer Valley? Join us this fall as we try and find out! From mountain tops\, to caves\, to rivers and forest – there is some much to learn about. During this series\, we will be exploring our valley – discovering different types of habitats\, and learning about the plants and animals that live there.  Each week we will visit a new place around the Hitchcock Center and beyond\, focusing on how that place is a special part of the valley ecosystem. Every day we will explore the outdoors\, play games and further learning at home with optional home projects. Limited to 12 participants. Non-refundable within a week of the program\, all refunds incur a 10% administrative fee.  \nAges 9-12\nWith Jeff Mazur\nTuesdays\, 10am-2pm\nSeptember 24\, October 8\, 15\, 22\, 29\,  November 12\, 19\, 26\, December 3\, 10\nNo class October 1 or November 5\nMembers: $450/Non-members: $540
URL:https://www.hitchcockcenter.org/event/homeschool-ii-our-valley-our-home-8/
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20191126T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20191126T140000
DTSTAMP:20260419T201536
CREATED:20190517T171702Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190517T175510Z
UID:10001444-1574762400-1574776800@www.hitchcockcenter.org
SUMMARY:Homeschool I: Marvelous Mammals
DESCRIPTION:What do porcupines\, blue whales and little brown bats have in common? They’re all mammals! And so are we! This fall we’ll be learning all about the world of mammals – which ones live here and what their adaptations are. These furry\, warm-blooded creatures are not so different from you and me. What are their lives like\, what do they eat\, where do they live? What makes them unique from other animals? Each week we’ll focus on a new mammal and its adaptations and natural history. Every day we’ll explore the outdoors\, play games\, learn new vocabulary words and further the learning at home with optional home projects. Limited to 12 participants. Non-refundable within a week of the program\, all refunds incur a 10% administrative fee.  \nAges 6-8\nWith Katie Koerten\nTuesdays\, 10-2pm\nSeptember 24\, October 8\, 15\, 22\, 29\,  November 12\, 19\, 26\, December 3\, 10\nNo class October 1 or November 5\nMembers: $450/Non-members: $540
URL:https://www.hitchcockcenter.org/event/homeschool-1-marvelous-mammals-8/
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20191125T153000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20191125T173000
DTSTAMP:20260419T201536
CREATED:20190517T192017Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190517T192017Z
UID:10001495-1574695800-1574703000@www.hitchcockcenter.org
SUMMARY:Nature Play Afterschool
DESCRIPTION:Fall is here\, and school has started\, and your kids still want to be outside! Hitchcock’s Nature Play Afterschool Program is designed to let kids be kids. Together we will run\, jump\, climb\, invent\, imagine\, play and be a free-range kids all while developing self-confidence and learning valuable social skills. During Fall Nature Play we will explore wooded trails and fields\, play in and near streams\, build forts\, climb trees\, make new discoveries about ourselves and the world around us and use our imaginations. Our instructors provide a safe setting for children to explore nature and encourages children to stretch their limits as they balance on logs\, hold salamanders\, or co-create new games with their peers. Limited to 10 participants. Non-refundable within a week of the program\, all refunds incur a 10% administrative fee. \nAges 6-9\, Grades 1-3\nWith Aemelia Thompson \nMonday Sessions\, 3:30-5:30pm: September 9 – December 16 (no class October 14 or November 11)\nMembers: $300/Non-members $360
URL:https://www.hitchcockcenter.org/event/nature-play-afterschool-169/
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20191124T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20191124T153000
DTSTAMP:20260419T201536
CREATED:20190927T153724Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190927T153724Z
UID:10001540-1574596800-1574609400@www.hitchcockcenter.org
SUMMARY:Repair Public
DESCRIPTION:Do you have your grandmother’s old lamp in a back corner needing fixing\, a fan that doesn’t do what is supposed to\, a pile of clothing that needs repair\, bring them to Hitchcock on Sunday\, November 24th and work with one of the many “fixers” to bring your item back to life! We must fight this throw away mentality and fixing things is fun\, plus oh some much cheaper and better for the environment than buying another. Visit this link to learn what to bring and what not to bring. \nSunday\, November 24\, 12:00 – 3:30pm\nFree\, registration appreciated
URL:https://www.hitchcockcenter.org/event/repair-public-3/
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20191123
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20191125
DTSTAMP:20260419T201536
CREATED:20190814T173117Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190814T173117Z
UID:10001532-1574467200-1574639999@www.hitchcockcenter.org
SUMMARY:Fall Birding Class
DESCRIPTION:Join Scott Surner in all his favorite fall birding spots. This course will consist of 4 Wednesday evening classes and 10 field trips to exciting spots locally and throughout New England. \n[bg_faq_start] \nEvening Programs\nThere will be four evening classes this fall. All programs are held on Wednesday evenings at the Hitchcock Center\, starting at 6:30pm and generally end around 8pm. Dates: September 25\, October 16\, October 30\, and November 13. \nField Trips\nSaturday\, September 28\, 7pm-12pm\nLocal Trip-Fall Warblers and other migrants. \nSaturday\, October 5\, 7pm-12pm\nLocal Trip- Fall Warblers and Sparrows. \nSaturday\, October 12\, Depart at 6am\nMilford Point\, Connecticut. All Day. Migrating hawks\, shorebirds\, and many more. Bring lunch. \nSaturday\, October 19\, 7am – 12pm\nLocal Trip. Sparrows & waterfowl. \nSaturday\, October 26\, 7am – 12pm\nLocal Trip. Waterfowl. \nSaturday\, November 2\, 6am – 3pm\nBerkshire Lakes Trip. Waterfowl. \nSaturday\, November 9\, 7am – 12pm\nLocal. Quabbin Reservoir. \nSaturday\, November 16\, 7am – 12pm\nLocal Trip. \nSaturday\, November 23-24\, Cape Cod. Overnight.\nWe’ll visit areas from Chatham down to Provincetown. Seabirds\, Gannets\, late Shearwaters\, Gulls\, sea ducks\, and late migrants. If members of the class decide that this trip is too long\, we can substitute the Cape Cod trip with a one-day trip to Cape Ann (North Shore). Note that participants will be responsible for their own motel reservations for the overnight trip to the Cape (more information at the beginning of the class). \nLocal Trips\nLocal trips will be to birding destinations in Hampshire\, Franklin or Hampden Counties. All trips leave from the Hitchcock Center at the designated times (carpooling encouraged) and we make time for coffee and restroom stops. \n[bg_faq_end] \nwith Scott Surner\nWednesdays\, 6:30-8pm\, September 25\, October 16\, October 30\, and November 13\nSaturdays\, field trip times vary\, September 28-November 24\nMembers $300/Non-members $360 \nRegistration opens HERE August 28 at 9am. Please note\, this class typically fills with a wait list.
URL:https://www.hitchcockcenter.org/event/fall-birding-class-13/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20191122T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20191122T150000
DTSTAMP:20260419T201536
CREATED:20190517T185520Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190517T185520Z
UID:10001484-1574427600-1574434800@www.hitchcockcenter.org
SUMMARY:Nature Discovery Preschool: From Here To There: How Things Move in Nature
DESCRIPTION:Welcome back to a fun fall with Colleen. Children and their adult companion will discover all the wonderful ways that nature’s creatures get around- flying\, hopping\, slithering\, and swimming. We will observe how birds and insects fly\, how fish swim\, animals hop\, seeds move and lots more. This program encourages learning through movement\, singing\, crafts\, games\, stories and great adventure! Limited to 12 families per session. Non-refundable within a week of the program\, all refunds incur a 10% administrative fee. \nAges 3-5 (Adult required to attend with child)\nWith Colleen Kelley\nFriday afternoon sessions:1-3pm\nSeptember 20\, 27\, October 11\, 18\, 25\, November 1\, 15\, 22\, December 6\, 13\n(No class October 4\, November 8\, 29) \nMembers: $220/Non-members: $264
URL:https://www.hitchcockcenter.org/event/nature-discovery-preschool-from-here-to-there-how-things-move-in-nature-18/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20191122T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20191122T113000
DTSTAMP:20260419T201536
CREATED:20190517T183311Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190517T183311Z
UID:10001476-1574415000-1574422200@www.hitchcockcenter.org
SUMMARY:Nature Discovery Preschool: From Here To There: How Things Move in Nature
DESCRIPTION:Welcome back to a fun fall with Colleen. Children and their adult companion will discover all the wonderful ways that nature’s creatures get around- flying\, hopping\, slithering\, and swimming. We will observe how birds and insects fly\, how fish swim\, animals hop\, seeds move and lots more. This program encourages learning through movement\, singing\, crafts\, games\, stories and great adventure! Limited to 12 families per session. Non-refundable within a week of the program\, all refunds incur a 10% administrative fee. \nAges 3-5 (Adult required to attend with child)\nWith Colleen Kelley\nFriday morning sessions: 9:30-11:30am\nSeptember 20\, 27\, October  11\, 18\, 25\, November 1\, 15\, 22\, December 6\, 13\n(No class October 4\, November 8\, 29) \nMembers: $220/Non-members: $264
URL:https://www.hitchcockcenter.org/event/nature-discovery-preschool-from-here-to-there-how-things-move-in-nature-8/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20191121T153000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20191121T173000
DTSTAMP:20260419T201537
CREATED:20190517T181358Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190517T181358Z
UID:10001466-1574350200-1574357400@www.hitchcockcenter.org
SUMMARY:Girls into the Wild
DESCRIPTION:Sometimes you just need to run\, explore and play outdoors! That’s what we do at Girls into the Wild\, and lots more. Girls into the Wild is designed to get girls outside\, playing and engaging with nature in their own way. Instructor Katie Koerten offers games and activities that each girl can participate in at her own comfort level\, from climbing trees\, to playing camouflage in the forest\, to running and whooping wildly through fields – all while noticing the birds that are singing\, the flowers that are blooming and the animals that are leaving tracks behind. Come build your confidence and show your wild side! Families provide their own transportation to the Hitchcock Center. Limited to 10 participants. Non-refundable within a week of the program\, all refunds incur a 10% administrative fee. \nAges 8-11\, Grades 3-5\nWith Katie Koerten\nThursdays\, 3:30-5:30pm\nSeptember 12 – December 19 (no program October 31 or November 28)\nMembers: $355/Non-members: $426
URL:https://www.hitchcockcenter.org/event/girls-into-the-wild-126/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20191120T153000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20191120T173000
DTSTAMP:20260419T201537
CREATED:20190517T195310Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190517T195310Z
UID:10001509-1574263800-1574271000@www.hitchcockcenter.org
SUMMARY:Nature Play Afterschool
DESCRIPTION:Fall is here\, and school has started\, and your kids still want to be outside! Hitchcock’s Nature Play Afterschool Program is designed to let kids be kids. Together we will run\, jump\, climb\, invent\, imagine\, play and be a free-range kids all while developing self-confidence and learning valuable social skills. During Fall Nature Play we will explore wooded trails and fields\, play in and near streams\, build forts\, climb trees\, make new discoveries about ourselves and the world around us and use our imaginations. Our instructors provide a safe setting for children to explore nature and encourages children to stretch their limits as they balance on logs\, hold salamanders\, or co-create new games with their peers.  Limited to 10 participants. Non-refundable within a week of the program\, all refunds incur a 10% administrative fee. \nAges 6-9\, Grades 1-3\nWith Jeff Mazur\nWednesday Sessions\, 3:30-5:30pm: September 11 – December 18 (no class November 27)\nExtended days\, 1:30-5:30pm: September 25\, October 23\, December 11\nMembers: $390/Non-members: $468
URL:https://www.hitchcockcenter.org/event/nature-play-afterschool-183/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20191119T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20191119T140000
DTSTAMP:20260419T201537
CREATED:20190517T174529Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190517T174529Z
UID:10001453-1574157600-1574172000@www.hitchcockcenter.org
SUMMARY:Homeschool II: Our Valley\, Our Home
DESCRIPTION:How many different types of habitats are in the Pioneer Valley? Join us this fall as we try and find out! From mountain tops\, to caves\, to rivers and forest – there is some much to learn about. During this series\, we will be exploring our valley – discovering different types of habitats\, and learning about the plants and animals that live there.  Each week we will visit a new place around the Hitchcock Center and beyond\, focusing on how that place is a special part of the valley ecosystem. Every day we will explore the outdoors\, play games and further learning at home with optional home projects. Limited to 12 participants. Non-refundable within a week of the program\, all refunds incur a 10% administrative fee.  \nAges 9-12\nWith Jeff Mazur\nTuesdays\, 10am-2pm\nSeptember 24\, October 8\, 15\, 22\, 29\,  November 12\, 19\, 26\, December 3\, 10\nNo class October 1 or November 5\nMembers: $450/Non-members: $540
URL:https://www.hitchcockcenter.org/event/homeschool-ii-our-valley-our-home-7/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20191119T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20191119T140000
DTSTAMP:20260419T201537
CREATED:20190517T171559Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190517T175539Z
UID:10001443-1574157600-1574172000@www.hitchcockcenter.org
SUMMARY:Homeschool I: Marvelous Mammals
DESCRIPTION:What do porcupines\, blue whales and little brown bats have in common? They’re all mammals! And so are we! This fall we’ll be learning all about the world of mammals – which ones live here and what their adaptations are. These furry\, warm-blooded creatures are not so different from you and me. What are their lives like\, what do they eat\, where do they live? What makes them unique from other animals? Each week we’ll focus on a new mammal and its adaptations and natural history. Every day we’ll explore the outdoors\, play games\, learn new vocabulary words and further the learning at home with optional home projects. Limited to 12 participants. Non-refundable within a week of the program\, all refunds incur a 10% administrative fee.  \nAges 6-8\nWith Katie Koerten\nTuesdays\, 10-2pm\nSeptember 24\, October 8\, 15\, 22\, 29\,  November 12\, 19\, 26\, December 3\, 10\nNo class October 1 or November 5\nMembers: $450/Non-members: $540
URL:https://www.hitchcockcenter.org/event/homeschool-1-marvelous-mammals-7/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20191118T153000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20191118T173000
DTSTAMP:20260419T201537
CREATED:20190517T191925Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190517T191925Z
UID:10001494-1574091000-1574098200@www.hitchcockcenter.org
SUMMARY:Nature Play Afterschool
DESCRIPTION:Fall is here\, and school has started\, and your kids still want to be outside! Hitchcock’s Nature Play Afterschool Program is designed to let kids be kids. Together we will run\, jump\, climb\, invent\, imagine\, play and be a free-range kids all while developing self-confidence and learning valuable social skills. During Fall Nature Play we will explore wooded trails and fields\, play in and near streams\, build forts\, climb trees\, make new discoveries about ourselves and the world around us and use our imaginations. Our instructors provide a safe setting for children to explore nature and encourages children to stretch their limits as they balance on logs\, hold salamanders\, or co-create new games with their peers. Limited to 10 participants. Non-refundable within a week of the program\, all refunds incur a 10% administrative fee. \nAges 6-9\, Grades 1-3\nWith Aemelia Thompson \nMonday Sessions\, 3:30-5:30pm: September 9 – December 16 (no class October 14 or November 11)\nMembers: $300/Non-members $360
URL:https://www.hitchcockcenter.org/event/nature-play-afterschool-168/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20191117T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20191117T120000
DTSTAMP:20260419T201537
CREATED:20190516T162317Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190516T162317Z
UID:10001426-1573981200-1573992000@www.hitchcockcenter.org
SUMMARY:Nature All Year: Ecology and Management of Montague Sand Plains
DESCRIPTION:Join us for our sixth year of offering an in-depth natural history course for naturalists and citizen scientists. Each month\, in our series of nature explorations with different local naturalists\, we explore a focused\, seasonal\, natural history topic. We’ll look at nature in new ways\, varying from broad habitat-wide perspectives to the finer details of individual species. Over the course of the year we’ll visit a variety of natural habitats in the greater Pioneer Valley area. Identification skills\, ecological connections\, adaptations\, and life cycles of organisms will be the focus of our observations. Bring your curiosity and observation skills and be prepared to spend time outdoors. Dress for the weather as we rarely cancel due to inclement weather. Bring binoculars and a hand lens\, water and snacks if you would like. Carpooling to more distant locations will be encouraged. \nNovember 17: Ecology and Management of Montague Sand Plains with Glenn Motzkin\nWe will explore the sand plain habitat with an eye for the unique plant communities found there. Much of the plains are managed by the State and Glenn will explain the thinking behind the recent timber cuts on the plains and how this supports some of the rare species that are found there. \nSundays once per month\, 9am-12pm (some class times may vary depending on topics)\nSign up for the remainder of the year: $140 members/$170 non-members.\nOr\, $30 per session.\nRegister here
URL:https://www.hitchcockcenter.org/event/nature-all-year-ecology-and-management-of-montague-sand-plains/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20191116T070000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20191116T120000
DTSTAMP:20260419T201537
CREATED:20190814T173040Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190814T173040Z
UID:10001531-1573887600-1573905600@www.hitchcockcenter.org
SUMMARY:Fall Birding Class
DESCRIPTION:Join Scott Surner in all his favorite fall birding spots. This course will consist of 4 Wednesday evening classes and 10 field trips to exciting spots locally and throughout New England. \n[bg_faq_start] \nEvening Programs\nThere will be four evening classes this fall. All programs are held on Wednesday evenings at the Hitchcock Center\, starting at 6:30pm and generally end around 8pm. Dates: September 25\, October 16\, October 30\, and November 13. \nField Trips\nSaturday\, September 28\, 7pm-12pm\nLocal Trip-Fall Warblers and other migrants. \nSaturday\, October 5\, 7pm-12pm\nLocal Trip- Fall Warblers and Sparrows. \nSaturday\, October 12\, Depart at 6am\nMilford Point\, Connecticut. All Day. Migrating hawks\, shorebirds\, and many more. Bring lunch. \nSaturday\, October 19\, 7am – 12pm\nLocal Trip. Sparrows & waterfowl. \nSaturday\, October 26\, 7am – 12pm\nLocal Trip. Waterfowl. \nSaturday\, November 2\, 6am – 3pm\nBerkshire Lakes Trip. Waterfowl. \nSaturday\, November 9\, 7am – 12pm\nLocal. Quabbin Reservoir. \nSaturday\, November 16\, 7am – 12pm\nLocal Trip. \nSaturday\, November 23-24\, Cape Cod. Overnight.\nWe’ll visit areas from Chatham down to Provincetown. Seabirds\, Gannets\, late Shearwaters\, Gulls\, sea ducks\, and late migrants. If members of the class decide that this trip is too long\, we can substitute the Cape Cod trip with a one-day trip to Cape Ann (North Shore). Note that participants will be responsible for their own motel reservations for the overnight trip to the Cape (more information at the beginning of the class). \nLocal Trips\nLocal trips will be to birding destinations in Hampshire\, Franklin or Hampden Counties. All trips leave from the Hitchcock Center at the designated times (carpooling encouraged) and we make time for coffee and restroom stops. \n[bg_faq_end] \nwith Scott Surner\nWednesdays\, 6:30-8pm\, September 25\, October 16\, October 30\, and November 13\nSaturdays\, field trip times vary\, September 28-November 24\nMembers $300/Non-members $360 \nRegistration opens HERE August 28 at 9am. Please note\, this class typically fills with a wait list.
URL:https://www.hitchcockcenter.org/event/fall-birding-class-12/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20191115T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20191115T153000
DTSTAMP:20260419T201537
CREATED:20190927T202657Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20191114T221103Z
UID:10001542-1573806600-1573831800@www.hitchcockcenter.org
SUMMARY:Western MA Youth Climate Summit
DESCRIPTION:The Youth Climate Summit is a participant-driven educational conference for youth\, designed to create an opportunity for learning\, dialogue and action on climate change. This premiere 2-day climate event for Western MA youth has served over 100 youth from 6 local high schools at a time when youth leadership and empowerment is harnessing the world stage for change. \nLearn more about the Youth Climate Summit.
URL:https://www.hitchcockcenter.org/event/western-ma-youth-climate-summit/
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