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SUMMARY:Nature Play Afterschool
DESCRIPTION:with Katie Koerten\, Hitchcock educator\nWednesdays – September 9* – December 16 (no class 11/11 or 11/25)\n3:30pm-5:30pm\nExtended days: Wednesdays\, 9/16\, 10/21\, and 12/16\, 1:30pm-5:30pm\nAges 6-9\, Grades 1-3 \nDo you just wanna play outside? Do you love mud puddles and muck\, climbing trees and making friends? Need more outdoor recess in your life? Then Nature Play Afterschool at the Hitchcock Center is for you! Each Wednesday afterschool we play outside in rain or shine\, building shelters\, playing games and exploring the woods. Bus transportation is available from Amherst schools. We follow the Amherst public school calendar. On early-release Wednesdays we meet from 1:30pm-5:30pm. \nOnline registration opens Tuesday\, June 16. Space is limited. This program begins on the second Wednesday of the school year. This program is part of a series and is not open as a drop-in class. Non-refundable within a week of the program\, all refunds incur a 10% administrative fee.
URL:https://www.hitchcockcenter.org/event/nature-play-afterschool-12/
LOCATION:Hitchcock Center for the Environment\, 845 West Street\, Amherst\, MA\, 01002
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20151213T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20151213T140000
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SUMMARY:Animal Tracks and Signs at the Quabbin
DESCRIPTION:George Leoniak\, tracker\nSunday\, December 13\n9am-2pm \nCome and enjoy an exciting day of animal tracking in the north Quabbin Reservation with professional wildlife tracker George Leoniak. We’ll be exploring the forests looking for signs of animals as they prepare for winter. We’ll also search for tracks along the sandy shores of the reservoir. There could possibly be snow to track on but\, with or without snow\, there will be plenty of animal signs for us observe and learn from. George has been passionately exploring the subject of animal tracking for over 20 years. In 2010 he earned his Senior Tracker certificate from Cybertracker Conservation and now conducts track and sign evaluations for them. To learn more about George check out his website: http://www.leoniaktracking.com and Blog: http://trackingthoughts.com Participants should bring a lunch and drink.  We’ll be in the field for the full five hours so dress appropriately for the seasonal weather conditions. Warm\, sturdy boots are recommended. Members $32 / Non-members $40\, Space is limited\, please call to register.
URL:https://www.hitchcockcenter.org/event/animal-tracks-and-signs-at-the-quabbin/
LOCATION:Directions upon registration
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20151211T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20151212T080000
DTSTAMP:20260423T180836
CREATED:20150514T201644Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20150514T201644Z
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SUMMARY:Girls into the Wild
DESCRIPTION:with Katie Koerten\, Hitchcock educator\nEvery other Thursday\, September 17\, October 1\, 15\, 29\, November 12\, December 3\,\nand OVERNIGHT Friday December 11!\n3:30pm-5:30pm\nOvernight hours: Friday\, December 11 5:30pm to Saturday December 12 at 8:00am.\nAges 8-11\, Grades 3-5 \nGet to know nature\, and make friends at the same time! This afterschool program is designed to bring girls together in a supportive environment that fosters creativity\, nature skills and inquiry. Each afternoon will consist of hands-on projects and free outdoor exploration at the Larch Hill Conservation Area. Through playing games\, exploring nearby habitats\, and connecting with nature\, we will develop our confidence\, build friendships and have a lot of fun learning! \nOnline registration opens Tuesday\, June 16. This program is part of a series and is not open as a drop-in class. 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.
URL:https://www.hitchcockcenter.org/event/girls-into-the-wild-6/
LOCATION:Hitchcock Center for the Environment\, 845 West Street\, Amherst\, MA\, 01002
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20151211T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20151211T150000
DTSTAMP:20260423T180836
CREATED:20150513T185112Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20150901T165542Z
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SUMMARY:Nature Discovery Preschool
DESCRIPTION:Afternoon Session\nwith Colleen Kelley\, Hitchcock Center Educator\nFridays\, September 18 – December 11 (No class October 23\, November 13 & 27)\nAges 3-5\n \nThis season we will travel back in time to the days of the dinosaurs. Children will learn about dinosaurs through stories\, songs\, movement and crafts. We will compare different dinosaurs\, dig for bones\, and learn about the plants they munched on. Come have a dinomite time! \nRegistration opens Tuesday\, June 16\, 2015. Space is limited. Pre-registration required. This program is part of a series and is not open as a drop-in class. Adult is required to attend with child. Non-refundable within a week of the program\, all refunds incur a 10% administrative fee.
URL:https://www.hitchcockcenter.org/event/nature-discovery-preschool-14/
LOCATION:Hitchcock Center for the Environment\, 845 West Street\, Amherst\, MA\, 01002
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20151211T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20151211T113000
DTSTAMP:20260423T180836
CREATED:20150513T182522Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20150514T140811Z
UID:10000039-1449826200-1449833400@www.hitchcockcenter.org
SUMMARY:Nature Discovery Preschool
DESCRIPTION:Morning Session\nwith Colleen Kelley\, Hitchcock Center Educator\nFridays\, September 18 – December 11 (No class October 23\, November 13 & 27)\nAges 3-5\n \nThis season we will travel back in time to the days of the dinosaurs. Children will learn about dinosaurs through stories\, songs\, movement and crafts. We will compare different dinosaurs\, dig for bones\, and learn about the plants they munched on. Come have a dinomite time! \nRegistration opens Tuesday\, June 16\, 2015. Space is limited. Pre-registration required. This program is part of a series and is not open as a drop-in class. Adult is required to attend with child. Non-refundable within a week of the program\, all refunds incur a 10% administrative fee.
URL:https://www.hitchcockcenter.org/event/nature-discovery-preschool-7/
LOCATION:Hitchcock Center for the Environment\, 845 West Street\, Amherst\, MA\, 01002
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20151209T153000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20151209T173000
DTSTAMP:20260423T180836
CREATED:20150513T193926Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20150521T144348Z
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SUMMARY:Nature Play Afterschool
DESCRIPTION:with Katie Koerten\, Hitchcock educator\nWednesdays – September 9* – December 16 (no class 11/11 or 11/25)\n3:30pm-5:30pm\nExtended days: Wednesdays\, 9/16\, 10/21\, and 12/16\, 1:30pm-5:30pm\nAges 6-9\, Grades 1-3 \nDo you just wanna play outside? Do you love mud puddles and muck\, climbing trees and making friends? Need more outdoor recess in your life? Then Nature Play Afterschool at the Hitchcock Center is for you! Each Wednesday afterschool we play outside in rain or shine\, building shelters\, playing games and exploring the woods. Bus transportation is available from Amherst schools. We follow the Amherst public school calendar. On early-release Wednesdays we meet from 1:30pm-5:30pm. \nOnline registration opens Tuesday\, June 16. Space is limited. This program begins on the second Wednesday of the school year. This program is part of a series and is not open as a drop-in class. Non-refundable within a week of the program\, all refunds incur a 10% administrative fee.
URL:https://www.hitchcockcenter.org/event/nature-play-afterschool-11/
LOCATION:Hitchcock Center for the Environment\, 845 West Street\, Amherst\, MA\, 01002
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20151208T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20151208T140000
DTSTAMP:20260423T180836
CREATED:20150814T162050Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20150814T162050Z
UID:10000119-1449568800-1449583200@www.hitchcockcenter.org
SUMMARY:Homeschool Discovery Day: Canine Companions and Dog Behavior
DESCRIPTION:with Katie Koerten\, Hitchcock Center educator\nTuesday\, October 6\, 10:00am-2:00pm\nAges 6-12 \nDo you love science and nature? Do you want to see what the Hitchcock Homeschool program is all about? Sign up for our Discovery Days\, our one-time programs about science and nature. In a mixed-age setting\, we explore cool topics at the Hitchcock Center\, meet science experts\, and sometimes go on field trips. Our Discovery Day programs are appropriate for everyone from first time to veteran homeschoolers\, and we welcome almost-6 year olds who are interested in joining our class in the spring. \nJoin Common School teacher and Canine Companions volunteer Linda Donnelly for a special program about how dogs can be trained to assist people with disabilities. There will be opportunities to ask Linda questions about the training process and meet one of her Canine Companions – a golden retriever! \nOnline registration opens Tuesday\, June 16. This is designed as a drop-off program\, although the occasional parents and younger siblings stay as long as disruptions are kept to a minimum. Non-refundable within a week of the program\, all refunds incur a 10% administrative fee.
URL:https://www.hitchcockcenter.org/event/homeschool-discovery-day-canine-companions-and-dog-behavior/
LOCATION:Hitchcock Center for the Environment\, 845 West Street\, Amherst\, MA\, 01002
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20151204T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20151204T150000
DTSTAMP:20260423T180836
CREATED:20150513T184949Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20150901T165607Z
UID:10000048-1449234000-1449241200@www.hitchcockcenter.org
SUMMARY:Nature Discovery Preschool
DESCRIPTION:Afternoon Session\nwith Colleen Kelley\, Hitchcock Center Educator\nFridays\, September 18 – December 11 (No class October 23\, November 13 & 27)\nAges 3-5\n \nThis season we will travel back in time to the days of the dinosaurs. Children will learn about dinosaurs through stories\, songs\, movement and crafts. We will compare different dinosaurs\, dig for bones\, and learn about the plants they munched on. Come have a dinomite time! \nRegistration opens Tuesday\, June 16\, 2015. Space is limited. Pre-registration required. This program is part of a series and is not open as a drop-in class. Adult is required to attend with child. Non-refundable within a week of the program\, all refunds incur a 10% administrative fee.
URL:https://www.hitchcockcenter.org/event/nature-discovery-preschool-13/
LOCATION:Hitchcock Center for the Environment\, 845 West Street\, Amherst\, MA\, 01002
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20151204T123000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20151204T130000
DTSTAMP:20260423T180836
CREATED:20150814T152244Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20150825T200602Z
UID:10000118-1449232200-1449234000@www.hitchcockcenter.org
SUMMARY:Hitchcock’s new “living” building site tour
DESCRIPTION:At our construction site\n1st Friday of each month\n12:30 – 1:00 \nOpen to all\, no registration required. Park and meet in the Red Barn parking lot at Hampshire College. Locate it on the map.
URL:https://www.hitchcockcenter.org/event/hitchcocks-new-living-building-site-tour-4/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20151204T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20151204T113000
DTSTAMP:20260423T180836
CREATED:20150513T182418Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20150514T140847Z
UID:10000038-1449221400-1449228600@www.hitchcockcenter.org
SUMMARY:Nature Discovery Preschool
DESCRIPTION:Morning Session\nwith Colleen Kelley\, Hitchcock Center Educator\nFridays\, September 18 – December 11 (No class October 23\, November 13 & 27)\nAges 3-5\n \nThis season we will travel back in time to the days of the dinosaurs. Children will learn about dinosaurs through stories\, songs\, movement and crafts. We will compare different dinosaurs\, dig for bones\, and learn about the plants they munched on. Come have a dinomite time! \nRegistration opens Tuesday\, June 16\, 2015. Space is limited. Pre-registration required. This program is part of a series and is not open as a drop-in class. Adult is required to attend with child. Non-refundable within a week of the program\, all refunds incur a 10% administrative fee.
URL:https://www.hitchcockcenter.org/event/nature-discovery-preschool-6/
LOCATION:Hitchcock Center for the Environment\, 845 West Street\, Amherst\, MA\, 01002
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20151203T153000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20151203T173000
DTSTAMP:20260423T180836
CREATED:20150514T201458Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20150514T201458Z
UID:10000083-1449156600-1449163800@www.hitchcockcenter.org
SUMMARY:Girls into the Wild
DESCRIPTION:with Katie Koerten\, Hitchcock educator\nEvery other Thursday\, September 17\, October 1\, 15\, 29\, November 12\, December 3\,\nand OVERNIGHT Friday December 11!\n3:30pm-5:30pm\nOvernight hours: Friday\, December 11 5:30pm to Saturday December 12 at 8:00am.\nAges 8-11\, Grades 3-5 \nGet to know nature\, and make friends at the same time! This afterschool program is designed to bring girls together in a supportive environment that fosters creativity\, nature skills and inquiry. Each afternoon will consist of hands-on projects and free outdoor exploration at the Larch Hill Conservation Area. Through playing games\, exploring nearby habitats\, and connecting with nature\, we will develop our confidence\, build friendships and have a lot of fun learning! \nOnline registration opens Tuesday\, June 16. This program is part of a series and is not open as a drop-in class. 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.
URL:https://www.hitchcockcenter.org/event/girls-into-the-wild-5/
LOCATION:Hitchcock Center for the Environment\, 845 West Street\, Amherst\, MA\, 01002
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20151202T153000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20151202T173000
DTSTAMP:20260423T180836
CREATED:20150513T193816Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20150521T144404Z
UID:10000059-1449070200-1449077400@www.hitchcockcenter.org
SUMMARY:Nature Play Afterschool
DESCRIPTION:with Katie Koerten\, Hitchcock educator\nWednesdays – September 9* – December 16 (no class 11/11 or 11/25)\n3:30pm-5:30pm\nExtended days: Wednesdays\, 9/16\, 10/21\, and 12/16\, 1:30pm-5:30pm\nAges 6-9\, Grades 1-3 \nDo you just wanna play outside? Do you love mud puddles and muck\, climbing trees and making friends? Need more outdoor recess in your life? Then Nature Play Afterschool at the Hitchcock Center is for you! Each Wednesday afterschool we play outside in rain or shine\, building shelters\, playing games and exploring the woods. Bus transportation is available from Amherst schools. We follow the Amherst public school calendar. On early-release Wednesdays we meet from 1:30pm-5:30pm. \nOnline registration opens Tuesday\, June 16. Space is limited. This program begins on the second Wednesday of the school year. This program is part of a series and is not open as a drop-in class. Non-refundable within a week of the program\, all refunds incur a 10% administrative fee.
URL:https://www.hitchcockcenter.org/event/nature-play-afterschool-10/
LOCATION:Hitchcock Center for the Environment\, 845 West Street\, Amherst\, MA\, 01002
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20151201T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20151201T140000
DTSTAMP:20260423T180836
CREATED:20150514T194647Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20150514T194647Z
UID:10000078-1448964000-1448978400@www.hitchcockcenter.org
SUMMARY:Homeschool II
DESCRIPTION:with Patrick O’Roark\, Hitchcock educator\nTuesdays\, September 15 – December 1 (9 classes)\n(No class 10/6\, 11/3 and 11/10)\n10:00am-2:00pm\nAges 9-12 \nJoin us this fall as we travel deep into the past to explore the age of the dinosaurs. Dinosaurs were one of the dominant groups of animals on Earth for 140 million years – that’s 700 times longer than modern humans have existed! Our class will take a journey from dinosaur’s humble beginnings as dog-sized predators\, through their glory days when herbivores the size of a house battled with hungry carnivores longer than a school bus\, all the way to their sudden extinction. Through outdoor activities\, crafts\, games and field trips we’ll become familiar with the amazing variety of dinosaur groups\, become detectives of life past as we learn the techniques of paleontology\, and examine the evidence of dinosaurs that lived right here in western Massachusetts. \nOnline registration opens Tuesday\, June 16. This program is part of a series and is not open as a drop-in class. Class meets: September 15\, 22\, 29\, October 13\, 20\, 27\, November 17\, 24\, December 1. Space is limited. Non-refundable within a week of the program\, all refunds incur a 10% administrative fee.
URL:https://www.hitchcockcenter.org/event/homeschool-ii-9/
LOCATION:Hitchcock Center for the Environment\, 845 West Street\, Amherst\, MA\, 01002
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20151201T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20151201T140000
DTSTAMP:20260423T180836
CREATED:20150514T140617Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20150514T140617Z
UID:10000069-1448964000-1448978400@www.hitchcockcenter.org
SUMMARY:Homeschool I
DESCRIPTION:Incredible Insects (and other Arthropods!)\nwith Katie Koerten\, Hitchcock educator\nTuesdays\, September 15 – December 1 (9 classes)\n(No class 10/6\, 11/3 and 11/10)\n10:00am-2:00pm\nAges 6-8\n \n \nHoney\, we shrunk the homeschoolers! Get ready to become very tiny this fall as we get down on a bug’s level. At Homeschool I we’ll discover the insects and other arthropods\, such as spiders\, millipedes and crustaceans that share our home with us. From butterfly to bumblebee\, and cockroach to click beetle we’ll find out the characteristics that make these animals amazing survivors. We’ll learn about insect defense strategies\, communication\, and how many insects help humans in our everyday lives! Through collection and observation\, field trips and art projects\, we will study the insects and arthropods of our local habitats and beyond. By the end of our class\, you might just ask yourself\, where would the world “bee” without insects? \nOnline registration opens Tuesday\, June 16. This program is part of a series and is not open as a drop-in class. Class meets: September 15\, 22\, 29\, October 13\, 20\, 27\, November 17\, 24\, December 1. Space is limited. Non-refundable within a week of the program\, all refunds incur a 10% administrative fee.
URL:https://www.hitchcockcenter.org/event/homeschool-i-9/
LOCATION:Hitchcock Center for the Environment\, 845 West Street\, Amherst\, MA\, 01002
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20151130T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20151130T150000
DTSTAMP:20260423T180836
CREATED:20150513T200840Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20150514T142509Z
UID:10000024-1448872200-1448895600@www.hitchcockcenter.org
SUMMARY:Curriculum Day
DESCRIPTION:Ages 6-9\, Grades 1-3 \nNo school for Amherst public schools. Come learn and play at the Hitchcock Center. \nRegistration opens Tuesday\, June 16\, 2015. Non-refundable within a week of the program\, all refunds incur a 10% administrative fee.
URL:https://www.hitchcockcenter.org/event/curriculum-day/
LOCATION:Hitchcock Center for the Environment\, 845 West Street\, Amherst\, MA\, 01002
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20151124T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20151124T140000
DTSTAMP:20260423T180836
CREATED:20150514T194439Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20150514T194548Z
UID:10000077-1448359200-1448373600@www.hitchcockcenter.org
SUMMARY:Homeschool II
DESCRIPTION:with Patrick O’Roark\, Hitchcock educator\nTuesdays\, September 15 – December 1 (9 classes)\n(No class 10/6\, 11/3 and 11/10)\n10:00am-2:00pm\nAges 9-12 \nJoin us this fall as we travel deep into the past to explore the age of the dinosaurs. Dinosaurs were one of the dominant groups of animals on Earth for 140 million years – that’s 700 times longer than modern humans have existed! Our class will take a journey from dinosaur’s humble beginnings as dog-sized predators\, through their glory days when herbivores the size of a house battled with hungry carnivores longer than a school bus\, all the way to their sudden extinction. Through outdoor activities\, crafts\, games and field trips we’ll become familiar with the amazing variety of dinosaur groups\, become detectives of life past as we learn the techniques of paleontology\, and examine the evidence of dinosaurs that lived right here in western Massachusetts. \nOnline registration opens Tuesday\, June 16. This program is part of a series and is not open as a drop-in class. Class meets: September 15\, 22\, 29\, October 13\, 20\, 27\, November 17\, 24\, December 1. Space is limited. Non-refundable within a week of the program\, all refunds incur a 10% administrative fee.
URL:https://www.hitchcockcenter.org/event/homeschool-ii-8/
LOCATION:Hitchcock Center for the Environment\, 845 West Street\, Amherst\, MA\, 01002
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20151124T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20151124T140000
DTSTAMP:20260423T180836
CREATED:20150514T140514Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20150514T140514Z
UID:10000068-1448359200-1448373600@www.hitchcockcenter.org
SUMMARY:Homeschool I
DESCRIPTION:Incredible Insects (and other Arthropods!)\nwith Katie Koerten\, Hitchcock educator\nTuesdays\, September 15 – December 1 (9 classes)\n(No class 10/6\, 11/3 and 11/10)\n10:00am-2:00pm\nAges 6-8\n \n \nHoney\, we shrunk the homeschoolers! Get ready to become very tiny this fall as we get down on a bug’s level. At Homeschool I we’ll discover the insects and other arthropods\, such as spiders\, millipedes and crustaceans that share our home with us. From butterfly to bumblebee\, and cockroach to click beetle we’ll find out the characteristics that make these animals amazing survivors. We’ll learn about insect defense strategies\, communication\, and how many insects help humans in our everyday lives! Through collection and observation\, field trips and art projects\, we will study the insects and arthropods of our local habitats and beyond. By the end of our class\, you might just ask yourself\, where would the world “bee” without insects? \nOnline registration opens Tuesday\, June 16. This program is part of a series and is not open as a drop-in class. Class meets: September 15\, 22\, 29\, October 13\, 20\, 27\, November 17\, 24\, December 1. Space is limited. Non-refundable within a week of the program\, all refunds incur a 10% administrative fee.
URL:https://www.hitchcockcenter.org/event/homeschool-i-8/
LOCATION:Hitchcock Center for the Environment\, 845 West Street\, Amherst\, MA\, 01002
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20151122T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20151122T150000
DTSTAMP:20260423T180836
CREATED:20151005T145127Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20151005T145127Z
UID:10000122-1448197200-1448204400@www.hitchcockcenter.org
SUMMARY:Exploring Larch Hill – All Welcome Monthly Sunday Nature Walk
DESCRIPTION:1-3pm\nCome young\, old\, novice or seasoned and join one of our naturalists to see what you can see each month on our new fourth Sunday of the month nature walk around Larch Hill.  Please call to register\, space is limited
URL:https://www.hitchcockcenter.org/event/exploring-larch-hill-all-welcome-monthly-sunday-nature-walk-3/
LOCATION:Larch Hill Conservation Area\, 525 South Pleasant St.\, Amherst
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20151122T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20151122T130000
DTSTAMP:20260423T180836
CREATED:20151005T151728Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20151005T151728Z
UID:10000126-1448186400-1448197200@www.hitchcockcenter.org
SUMMARY:Trees of the Connecticut River Floodplain
DESCRIPTION:Ted Watt and Nancy Goodman\, Naturalists and Tree Enthusiasts\nSunday\, November 22\n10 am-1pm \nJoin us for a leisurely hike along a dirt road in the flood plain near Mitch’s Marina in Hadley. We’ll be observing different species by their bark\, their shape\, and habitat\, since most of the leaves will be down. Leafless trees are a different journey\, but not very difficult when you learn the new skills and what to look for. We’ll see a wide variety of species that are adapted to this unique habitat and explore a wonderful hiking area that may be new to many. Bring binoculars (useful for high elevation “tree-ing”)\, snacks and water and wear comfortable walking shoes. The road is very gentle with easy footing. Directions to meeting point will be provided upon registration. Members $20/ Non-members $25. Space is limited\, please call to register.
URL:https://www.hitchcockcenter.org/event/trees-of-the-connecticut-river-floodplain/
LOCATION:Directions upon registration
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20151121T200000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20151121T220000
DTSTAMP:20260423T180836
CREATED:20151005T152409Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20151006T184516Z
UID:10000129-1448136000-1448143200@www.hitchcockcenter.org
SUMMARY:Prowling For Owls
DESCRIPTION:Dan Ziomek\, local birder and naturalist\nSaturdays\, November 7 and/or 21\n8pm-10pm \nOwls are setting up their winter and spring breeding territories right now. And they do that by hooting or making other cool sounds in the night! We’ll learn what the calls of the different species sound like and then go out and see if we can locate them vocalizing in the dark. We’ll visit a variety of habitats and try to call some in closer. Maybe we’ll even get lucky and catch a glimpse of one! Dress INCREDIBLY warm because we’ll be standing around in the dark a lot. Bring your sharp ears\, a flashlight\, and a thermos of something hot to drink. We’ll meet at the Hitchcock Center and carpool to several locations. Members $10 / Non-members $12 per night\, youth 8 and older welcome with an adult. Space is limited\, please call to register.
URL:https://www.hitchcockcenter.org/event/prowling-for-owls-2/
LOCATION:Hitchcock Center for the Environment\, 845 West Street\, Amherst\, MA\, 01002
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20151120T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20151120T150000
DTSTAMP:20260423T180836
CREATED:20150513T184803Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20150901T165650Z
UID:10000047-1448024400-1448031600@www.hitchcockcenter.org
SUMMARY:Nature Discovery Preschool
DESCRIPTION:Afternoon Session\nwith Colleen Kelley\, Hitchcock Center Educator\nFridays\, September 18 – December 11 (No class October 23\, November 13 & 27)\nAges 3-5\n \nThis season we will travel back in time to the days of the dinosaurs. Children will learn about dinosaurs through stories\, songs\, movement and crafts. We will compare different dinosaurs\, dig for bones\, and learn about the plants they munched on. Come have a dinomite time! \nRegistration opens Tuesday\, June 16\, 2015. Space is limited. Pre-registration required. This program is part of a series and is not open as a drop-in class. Adult is required to attend with child. Non-refundable within a week of the program\, all refunds incur a 10% administrative fee.
URL:https://www.hitchcockcenter.org/event/2228/
LOCATION:Hitchcock Center for the Environment\, 845 West Street\, Amherst\, MA\, 01002
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20151120T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20151120T113000
DTSTAMP:20260423T180836
CREATED:20150513T182242Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20150514T140925Z
UID:10000037-1448011800-1448019000@www.hitchcockcenter.org
SUMMARY:Nature Discovery Preschool
DESCRIPTION:Morning Session\nwith Colleen Kelley\, Hitchcock Center Educator\nFridays\, September 18 – December 11 (No class October 23\, November 13 & 27)\nAges 3-5\n \nThis season we will travel back in time to the days of the dinosaurs. Children will learn about dinosaurs through stories\, songs\, movement and crafts. We will compare different dinosaurs\, dig for bones\, and learn about the plants they munched on. Come have a dinomite time! \nRegistration opens Tuesday\, June 16\, 2015. Space is limited. Pre-registration required. This program is part of a series and is not open as a drop-in class. Adult is required to attend with child. Non-refundable within a week of the program\, all refunds incur a 10% administrative fee.
URL:https://www.hitchcockcenter.org/event/nature-discovery-preschool-5/
LOCATION:Hitchcock Center for the Environment\, 845 West Street\, Amherst\, MA\, 01002
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20151118T153000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20151118T173000
DTSTAMP:20260423T180836
CREATED:20150513T193655Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20150521T144421Z
UID:10000058-1447860600-1447867800@www.hitchcockcenter.org
SUMMARY:Nature Play Afterschool
DESCRIPTION:with Katie Koerten\, Hitchcock educator\nWednesdays – September 9* – December 16 (no class 11/11 or 11/25)\n3:30pm-5:30pm\nExtended days: Wednesdays\, 9/16\, 10/21\, and 12/16\, 1:30pm-5:30pm\nAges 6-9\, Grades 1-3 \nDo you just wanna play outside? Do you love mud puddles and muck\, climbing trees and making friends? Need more outdoor recess in your life? Then Nature Play Afterschool at the Hitchcock Center is for you! Each Wednesday afterschool we play outside in rain or shine\, building shelters\, playing games and exploring the woods. Bus transportation is available from Amherst schools. We follow the Amherst public school calendar. On early-release Wednesdays we meet from 1:30pm-5:30pm. \nOnline registration opens Tuesday\, June 16. Space is limited. This program begins on the second Wednesday of the school year. This program is part of a series and is not open as a drop-in class. Non-refundable within a week of the program\, all refunds incur a 10% administrative fee.
URL:https://www.hitchcockcenter.org/event/nature-play-afterschool-9/
LOCATION:Hitchcock Center for the Environment\, 845 West Street\, Amherst\, MA\, 01002
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20151117T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20151117T210000
DTSTAMP:20260423T180836
CREATED:20151005T152016Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20151005T152016Z
UID:10000127-1447786800-1447794000@www.hitchcockcenter.org
SUMMARY:Fungi as Global Citizens
DESCRIPTION:Michael Hood\, Associate Professor and Chair of the Biology Department\, Amherst College\nTuesday\, November 17\, 7-9pm \nMichael researches the impacts of diseases in natural populations\, with a main focus on fungi. He loves discussing this diverse kingdom and the important functions of fungi in the environment. Both saviors and villains\, fungi are vital to many ecosystem services and the establishment of natural communities; while other groups cause diseases in plants and animals\, some rivaling the devastation of The Great Plague. This talk will go beyond fungi as familiar mushrooms\, to discuss ecological interactions of fungi\, whether inducing sex changes in plants\, lassoing microscopic eelworms\, or forming the oldest known symbiosis of life on land. Join Michael for a wide-ranging\, illustrated talk that will reveal the hidden lives of these amazing organisms. Find out more about our local mushrooms through other Hitchcock Center programs this fall. Donations and registration appreciated
URL:https://www.hitchcockcenter.org/event/fungi-as-global-citizens/
LOCATION:Hitchcock Center for the Environment\, 845 West Street\, Amherst\, MA\, 01002
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20151117T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20151117T140000
DTSTAMP:20260423T180836
CREATED:20150514T192516Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20150514T192516Z
UID:10000076-1447754400-1447768800@www.hitchcockcenter.org
SUMMARY:Homeschool II
DESCRIPTION:with Patrick O’Roark\, Hitchcock educator\nTuesdays\, September 15 – December 1 (9 classes)\n(No class 10/6\, 11/3 and 11/10)\n10:00am-2:00pm\nAges 9-12 \nJoin us this fall as we travel deep into the past to explore the age of the dinosaurs. Dinosaurs were one of the dominant groups of animals on Earth for 140 million years – that’s 700 times longer than modern humans have existed! Our class will take a journey from dinosaur’s humble beginnings as dog-sized predators\, through their glory days when herbivores the size of a house battled with hungry carnivores longer than a school bus\, all the way to their sudden extinction. Through outdoor activities\, crafts\, games and field trips we’ll become familiar with the amazing variety of dinosaur groups\, become detectives of life past as we learn the techniques of paleontology\, and examine the evidence of dinosaurs that lived right here in western Massachusetts. \nOnline registration opens Tuesday\, June 16. This program is part of a series and is not open as a drop-in class. Class meets: September 15\, 22\, 29\, October 13\, 20\, 27\, November 17\, 24\, December 1. Space is limited. Non-refundable within a week of the program\, all refunds incur a 10% administrative fee.
URL:https://www.hitchcockcenter.org/event/homeschool-ii-7/
LOCATION:Hitchcock Center for the Environment\, 845 West Street\, Amherst\, MA\, 01002
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20151117T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20151117T140000
DTSTAMP:20260423T180836
CREATED:20150514T140404Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20150514T140404Z
UID:10000067-1447754400-1447768800@www.hitchcockcenter.org
SUMMARY:Homeschool I
DESCRIPTION:Incredible Insects (and other Arthropods!)\nwith Katie Koerten\, Hitchcock educator\nTuesdays\, September 15 – December 1 (9 classes)\n(No class 10/6\, 11/3 and 11/10)\n10:00am-2:00pm\nAges 6-8\n \n \nHoney\, we shrunk the homeschoolers! Get ready to become very tiny this fall as we get down on a bug’s level. At Homeschool I we’ll discover the insects and other arthropods\, such as spiders\, millipedes and crustaceans that share our home with us. From butterfly to bumblebee\, and cockroach to click beetle we’ll find out the characteristics that make these animals amazing survivors. We’ll learn about insect defense strategies\, communication\, and how many insects help humans in our everyday lives! Through collection and observation\, field trips and art projects\, we will study the insects and arthropods of our local habitats and beyond. By the end of our class\, you might just ask yourself\, where would the world “bee” without insects? \nOnline registration opens Tuesday\, June 16. This program is part of a series and is not open as a drop-in class. Class meets: September 15\, 22\, 29\, October 13\, 20\, 27\, November 17\, 24\, December 1. Space is limited. Non-refundable within a week of the program\, all refunds incur a 10% administrative fee.
URL:https://www.hitchcockcenter.org/event/homeschool-i-7/
LOCATION:Hitchcock Center for the Environment\, 845 West Street\, Amherst\, MA\, 01002
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20151114T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20151115T170000
DTSTAMP:20260423T180836
CREATED:20150807T161932Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20150807T162006Z
UID:10000097-1447488000-1447606800@www.hitchcockcenter.org
SUMMARY:Fall Birding Course with Scott Surner
DESCRIPTION:Join local bird expert Scott Surner for this special fall birding course. There will be an evening class component to prepare for each following field trip. Evening classes will be held at the Hitchcock Center. For all field trips bring binoculars and guides\, food and water and dress for the weather. Carpooling will be arranged in class. Space is limited. August 26-November 15. Members $200/Non-members $240 for the series. \n\n\nREGISTER HERE\nThis course is currently full. Please register to be added to the wait list. \n\nWednesday Evening Classes at the Hitchcock Center:\nAugust 26\, September 9\, October 7\, October 28\, November 11\n6:30pm-8:00pm \nField Trips:\nAugust 29th  (Saturday All Day) 5:00am – Dusk\nPlum Island \nSouth bound shorebirds\, Egrets\, Terns\, Gulls and perhaps fall warblers. \nSeptember 12th (Saturday)  7:00am-12:00pm\nAmherst/Hadley \nFall Warblers/Vireo’s\, etc. \nSeptember 19th (Saturday) 7:00am-12:00pm\nAmherst/Hadley \nOctober 10th (Saturday All Day)\nQuabbin Reservoir\nWe will bird a number Gates and access roads including Dana Spruces\, Dana Common\, Graves Landing  etc. Waterfowl\, Warblers\, Vireos\, Sparrows etc. Bring Lunch. \nOctober 18th (Sunday) 7:00am – 12:00pm\nHoney Pot-East Meadows\nLate Warblers/Sparrows \nNovember 8th (Sunday) 6:00am – 3:00pm\nBerkshire Lakes\nWaterfowl. We’ll visit Cheshire Reservoir\, Lake Pontoosuc\, Lake Onota\, Richmond Pond and Mudd Pond. Bring Lunch. \nNovember 14 & 15th (Weekend Trip)\nSaturday: Coastal Maine/Salisbury/Plum Island.\nSunday: Depending on the reports. Continue in Newburyport area or make our way to Cape Ann. (Depart for home by 2:00pm.)\nHarlequin Duck\, King Eider\, Red-throated Loon\, Purple Sandpipers\, etc. More information to come.
URL:https://www.hitchcockcenter.org/event/fall-birding-course-with-scott-surner-9/
LOCATION:Fieldtrip Location
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20151112T153000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20151112T173000
DTSTAMP:20260423T180836
CREATED:20150514T201336Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20150514T201350Z
UID:10000082-1447342200-1447349400@www.hitchcockcenter.org
SUMMARY:Girls into the Wild
DESCRIPTION:with Katie Koerten\, Hitchcock educator\nEvery other Thursday\, September 17\, October 1\, 15\, 29\, November 12\, December 3\,\nand OVERNIGHT Friday December 11!\n3:30pm-5:30pm\nOvernight hours: Friday\, December 11 5:30pm to Saturday December 12 at 8:00am.\nAges 8-11\, Grades 3-5 \nGet to know nature\, and make friends at the same time! This afterschool program is designed to bring girls together in a supportive environment that fosters creativity\, nature skills and inquiry. Each afternoon will consist of hands-on projects and free outdoor exploration at the Larch Hill Conservation Area. Through playing games\, exploring nearby habitats\, and connecting with nature\, we will develop our confidence\, build friendships and have a lot of fun learning! \nOnline registration opens Tuesday\, June 16. This program is part of a series and is not open as a drop-in class. 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.
URL:https://www.hitchcockcenter.org/event/2269/
LOCATION:Hitchcock Center for the Environment\, 845 West Street\, Amherst\, MA\, 01002
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20151111T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20151111T200000
DTSTAMP:20260423T180836
CREATED:20150807T155755Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20150807T155755Z
UID:10000090-1447266600-1447272000@www.hitchcockcenter.org
SUMMARY:Fall Birding Course with Scott Surner
DESCRIPTION:Join local bird expert Scott Surner for this special fall birding course. There will be an evening class component to prepare for each following field trip. Evening classes will be held at the Hitchcock Center. For all field trips bring binoculars and guides\, food and water and dress for the weather. Carpooling will be arranged in class. Space is limited. August 26-November 15. Members $200/Non-members $240 for the series. \n\n\nREGISTER HERE\nThis course is currently full. Please register to be added to the wait list. \n\nWednesday Evening Classes at the Hitchcock Center:\nAugust 26\, September 9\, October 7\, October 28\, November 11\n6:30pm-8:00pm \nField Trips:\nAugust 29th  (Saturday All Day) 5:00am – Dusk\nPlum Island \nSouth bound shorebirds\, Egrets\, Terns\, Gulls and perhaps fall warblers. \nSeptember 12th (Saturday)  7:00am-12:00pm\nAmherst/Hadley \nFall Warblers/Vireo’s\, etc. \nSeptember 19th (Saturday) 7:00am-12:00pm\nAmherst/Hadley \nOctober 10th (Saturday All Day)\nQuabbin Reservoir\nWe will bird a number Gates and access roads including Dana Spruces\, Dana Common\, Graves Landing  etc. Waterfowl\, Warblers\, Vireos\, Sparrows etc. Bring Lunch. \nOctober 18th (Sunday) 7:00am – 12:00pm\nHoney Pot-East Meadows\nLate Warblers/Sparrows \nNovember 8th (Sunday) 6:00am – 3:00pm\nBerkshire Lakes\nWaterfowl. We’ll visit Cheshire Reservoir\, Lake Pontoosuc\, Lake Onota\, Richmond Pond and Mudd Pond. Bring Lunch. \nNovember 14 & 15th (Weekend Trip)\nSaturday: Coastal Maine/Salisbury/Plum Island.\nSunday: Depending on the reports. Continue in Newburyport area or make our way to Cape Ann. (Depart for home by 2:00pm.)\nHarlequin Duck\, King Eider\, Red-throated Loon\, Purple Sandpipers\, etc. More information to come.
URL:https://www.hitchcockcenter.org/event/fall-birding-course-with-scott-surner-3/
LOCATION:Hitchcock Center for the Environment\, 845 West Street\, Amherst\, MA\, 01002
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20151110T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20151110T203000
DTSTAMP:20260423T180836
CREATED:20151005T151448Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20151110T200012Z
UID:10000125-1447182000-1447187400@www.hitchcockcenter.org
SUMMARY:Health of Our Forest Trees
DESCRIPTION:Jennifer Forman Orth\, Environmental Biologist\, MA Department of Agricultural Resources\nTuesday\, November 10\n7pm – 8:30 pm \nWe’re sorry that this event has been cancelled. \nYou’ve probably heard about a number of threats to the health of our native forest tree species; and you may be wanting to learn more. Jennifer will speak about the emerald ash borer\, the hemlock wooly adelgid\, sudden oak death and a resurgent gypsy moth\, among others. Come learn more about these insects and diseases. Jennifer will give us lots to think about in terms of what we can do; and she’ll describe what the state is doing to help ameliorate the effects of some of these challenges. If you care about our forests join us for this informative evening talk! Donations and registration appreciated.
URL:https://www.hitchcockcenter.org/event/health-of-our-forest-trees/
LOCATION:Hitchcock Center for the Environment\, 845 West Street\, Amherst\, MA\, 01002
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