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SUMMARY:Nature Summer Camp: Session 1
DESCRIPTION:https://www.hitchcockcenter.org/programs/children-and-family-programs/nature-summer-camp/
URL:https://www.hitchcockcenter.org/event/nature-summer-camp-session-i-3/
LOCATION:Hitchcock Center for the Environment\, 845 West Street\, Amherst\, MA\, 01002
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20170704T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20170704T150000
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CREATED:20170126T190924Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20170126T204049Z
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SUMMARY:Nature Summer Camp: Session 1
DESCRIPTION:https://www.hitchcockcenter.org/programs/children-and-family-programs/nature-summer-camp/
URL:https://www.hitchcockcenter.org/event/nature-summer-camp-session-i-2/
LOCATION:Hitchcock Center for the Environment\, 845 West Street\, Amherst\, MA\, 01002
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20170703T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20170703T150000
DTSTAMP:20260411T070810
CREATED:20170126T190738Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20170126T204023Z
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SUMMARY:Nature Summer Camp: Session 1
DESCRIPTION:https://www.hitchcockcenter.org/programs/children-and-family-programs/nature-summer-camp/
URL:https://www.hitchcockcenter.org/event/nature-summer-camp-session-i/
LOCATION:Hitchcock Center for the Environment\, 845 West Street\, Amherst\, MA\, 01002
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20170701T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20170701T120000
DTSTAMP:20260411T070810
CREATED:20170411T194233Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20170629T201957Z
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SUMMARY:The Hawley Bog! - CANCELLED
DESCRIPTION:Glenn Motzkin\, Plant ecologist\nJuly 1\, 8:30 am – noon\nMembers $20 /Non-members $30\nRegister here\n \nIf you haven’t explored Hawley Bog in the high Berkshires yet\, don’t miss this opportunity. More common to our north\, bogs are typically high-acid\, nutrient-poor habitats. And the bog plants possess a variety of fascinating adaptations to help them thrive under these conditions. You’ll see insect-eating plants\, the plant that makes peat moss\, and several native orchids! We will be walking on a boardwalk and will be in the open hot sun for a portion of the trip so sun protection is suggested. Directions to our meeting location provided upon registration.
URL:https://www.hitchcockcenter.org/event/the-hawley-bog/
LOCATION:Fieldtrip Location
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20170624T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20170624T120000
DTSTAMP:20260411T070810
CREATED:20170411T194101Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20170623T162930Z
UID:10000628-1498294800-1498305600@www.hitchcockcenter.org
SUMMARY:Tree and Wildflower Nature Walk - CANCELLED
DESCRIPTION:Nancy Goodman and Ted Watt\, local naturalists and Plant Conservation Volunteers with the New England Wild Flower Society\nSaturday\, June 24\, 9-noon\nMembers $20/Non-members $30\nRegister here\n \nWe’ll hike some of the trails at the Trustees of Reservations new Mt. Warner property in Hadley. We’ll look for wildflowers and at the variety of trees found on the reservation. And we’ll look and listen for nesting woodland birds along the way. Bring your curiosity\, binoculars and be prepared to take notes.
URL:https://www.hitchcockcenter.org/event/tree-and-wildflower-nature-walk/
LOCATION:Fieldtrip Location
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20170621T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20170621T133000
DTSTAMP:20260411T070810
CREATED:20170320T172740Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20170320T172740Z
UID:10000601-1498046400-1498051800@www.hitchcockcenter.org
SUMMARY:Living Building Tour
DESCRIPTION:Public Building Tours: Spring Tour Dates\nFirst Fridays at 4pm: April 7\, May 5\, June 2\nThird Wednesdays at 12pm: April 19\, May 17\, June 21\nFREE but please register online.\nCome meet our newest educator – our building! It is designed to model systems in nature\, it is net zero energy\, net zero water\, has composting toilets\, and has been made with responsibly sourced non-toxic materials\, come check it out at one of our bi-monthly tours. \nPrivate Building Tours\nThe Hitchcock Center offers private group building tours\, based on availability. The fee for these tours is $50/group. Please limit group size to 15-20 for the best experience. Please contact Jessica Schultz\, Living Building Coordinator\, to arrange your group’s tour. \nNote: We are pleased to be able to offer spanish language translators for our building tours. If you or someone you know could benefit from translation\, please let us know in advance\, so that we may schedule a translator for your tour date.
URL:https://www.hitchcockcenter.org/event/living-building-tour-9/
LOCATION:Hitchcock Center for the Environment\, 845 West Street\, Amherst\, MA\, 01002
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20170617T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20170617T130000
DTSTAMP:20260411T070810
CREATED:20161214T153328Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20161214T153328Z
UID:10000479-1497690000-1497704400@www.hitchcockcenter.org
SUMMARY:Saturdays at the Hitchcock Center
DESCRIPTION:Second and third Saturdays\, 9am-1pm\nFree\nJanuary through June\nDrop in\, see Hitchcock’s new home\, and learn about our living building.
URL:https://www.hitchcockcenter.org/event/saturdays-at-the-hitchcock-center-12/
LOCATION:Hitchcock Center for the Environment\, 845 West Street\, Amherst\, MA\, 01002
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20170616T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20170616T160000
DTSTAMP:20260411T070810
CREATED:20170530T155710Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20170605T203321Z
UID:10000650-1497618000-1497628800@www.hitchcockcenter.org
SUMMARY:Building Without Toxins: Educating for a Healthy Material World
DESCRIPTION:Friday\, June 16\, 2017\, 1-4pm\nFREE but registration encouraged\nDownload event flyer\nJoin materials\, toxics\, and living building experts for a conversation on toxins in the built environment and how making toxic-free choices in materials is possible. The afternoon will include panelist perspectives\, a tour of specific materials features of the Hitchcock Center’s new Living Building\, and time for questions and discussion with the panelists. \nFeatured panelists:\nJennifer Atlee\, Sustainable Materials Consultant\, PROSOCO\nJulie Johnson\, Executive Director\, Hitchcock Center\nKath McCusker\, Senior Sustainability Manager\, Integrated Eco-Strategy\nEmily Monosson\, Toxicologist and Author\, UMass Amherst\nAndrew Solem\, Living Building Challenge Materials Consultant\, Wright Builders\nJonathan Wright\, Principal\, Wright Builders
URL:https://www.hitchcockcenter.org/event/building-without-toxins-educating-for-a-healthy-material-world/
LOCATION:Hitchcock Center for the Environment\, 845 West Street\, Amherst\, MA\, 01002
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20170615T153000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20170615T173000
DTSTAMP:20260411T070810
CREATED:20161118T184049Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20170329T141456Z
UID:10000467-1497540600-1497547800@www.hitchcockcenter.org
SUMMARY:Girls into the Wild
DESCRIPTION:with Katie Koerten\nAges 8-11\, Grades 3-5\nThursdays\, March 23 – June 15 (no class April 20 or June 8)\n3:30pm-5:30pm\nMembers: $297/Non-members: $352 \nLimited to 10 participants.
URL:https://www.hitchcockcenter.org/event/girls-into-the-wild-46/
LOCATION:Hitchcock Center for the Environment\, 845 West Street\, Amherst\, MA\, 01002
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20170613T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20170613T140000
DTSTAMP:20260411T070810
CREATED:20161117T183201Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20161117T184315Z
UID:10000374-1497348000-1497362400@www.hitchcockcenter.org
SUMMARY:Homeschool Discovery Day
DESCRIPTION:Patterns in Nature \nwith Katie Koerten\nTuesdays 10:00am-2:00pm\nAges 6-12\nMembers: $42 per program /Non-members: $46 per program\nTuesdays\, January 10\, January 24\, February 7\, March 7\, April 4\, May 2\, June 13\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. 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. Limited to 12 participants per program. \nRegister here.
URL:https://www.hitchcockcenter.org/event/6777/
LOCATION:Hitchcock Center for the Environment\, 845 West Street\, Amherst\, MA\, 01002
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20170610T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20170610T163000
DTSTAMP:20260411T070810
CREATED:20170411T182638Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20170607T174734Z
UID:10000619-1497099600-1497112200@www.hitchcockcenter.org
SUMMARY:What Can YOU Do About Climate Change?
DESCRIPTION:Solutions and actions to help our community\, economy and environment\nJune 10\, 2017\, 1:00- 4:30pm\nFREE \nRegistration appreciated \nThe Center for EcoTechnology is proud to host this Speaker Series\, in conjunction with the Hitchcock Center. We are pleased to offer this free of charge\, but we encourage registration. Climate change is one of the most pressing issues we currently face. This event focuses on experts from our community that are addressing locally-relevant environmental issues. Speakers will discuss innovative and tangible solutions to various challenges associated with climate change through psychological\, political and community-based strategies. \nSolomon Goldstein-Rose: Massachusetts State Representative – State Policy for Clean Energy Technologies \nEzra Markowitz: Assistant Professor of Environmental Decision – Promoting pro-environmental behavior while maintaining choice: Insights from the behavioral sciences). \nNancy Nylen: Associate Director of the Center for EcoTechnology – Clean Renewable Energy – Something for Everyone \nSchedule\n1:00pm: Refreshments and Registration and Optional Hitchcock Tour\n1:45pm:Ezra Markowitz\n2:25pm: Break\n2:35pm:Nancy Nylen\n3:15pm: Break\n3:25pm: Solomon Goldstein-Rose\n4:00pm: Closing Words
URL:https://www.hitchcockcenter.org/event/what-can-you-do-about-climate-change/
LOCATION:Hitchcock Center for the Environment\, 845 West Street\, Amherst\, MA\, 01002
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20170610T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20170610T110000
DTSTAMP:20260411T070810
CREATED:20161214T154001Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20161214T154001Z
UID:10000485-1497088800-1497092400@www.hitchcockcenter.org
SUMMARY:Second Saturday Science - Wonderful Water
DESCRIPTION:Second Saturdays\, January through June\nFree\n10am-11am\nJanuary 14\, February 11\, March 11\, April 15\, May 13\, June 10\nJoin us for seasonal nature and science programs each second Saturday of the month. Designed for children with their parents\, these programs will explore cool topics in nature. No registration required. Groups of 6 or more please call ahead. \nSaturday Science themes:\nJanuary 14 – Scutes and Scales\nFebruary 11 – The Science of Snow\nMarch 11 – Meet the Trees\nApril 15 – Energy Is Electrifying!\nMay 13 – Backyard Birds\nJune 10 – Wonderful Water
URL:https://www.hitchcockcenter.org/event/second-saturday-science-wonderful-water/
LOCATION:Hitchcock Center for the Environment\, 845 West Street\, Amherst\, MA\, 01002
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20170610T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20170610T130000
DTSTAMP:20260411T070810
CREATED:20161214T153233Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20161214T153233Z
UID:10000478-1497085200-1497099600@www.hitchcockcenter.org
SUMMARY:Saturdays at the Hitchcock Center
DESCRIPTION:Second and third Saturdays\, 9am-1pm\nFree\nJanuary through June\nDrop in\, see Hitchcock’s new home\, and learn about our living building.
URL:https://www.hitchcockcenter.org/event/saturdays-at-the-hitchcock-center-11/
LOCATION:Hitchcock Center for the Environment\, 845 West Street\, Amherst\, MA\, 01002
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20170608T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20170608T203000
DTSTAMP:20260411T070810
CREATED:20170302T212009Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20170302T212130Z
UID:10000588-1496943000-1496953800@www.hitchcockcenter.org
SUMMARY:Battle of the Botanicals
DESCRIPTION:Join us on June 8th as these talented chefs & mixologists serve up appetizers and cocktails featuring local botanicals\, and battle it out live on the competition stage to take the crown! \nBring your friends and indulge in the creative pairings at all 8 stations — vote for your favorites to determine which 3 teams will go head-to-head in a mix-off mystery box challenge\, hosted by The River’s Joan Holliday. \nEnjoy the summer evening on the outdoor patio\, relax in the mezzanine lounge with DJ Studebaker Hawk\, browse the silent auction with dozens of local activities\, artwork and more – it’s an evening of great food\, fun\, and entertainment\, all for the benefit of the Hitchcock Center! \nPurchase tickets and learn more.
URL:https://www.hitchcockcenter.org/event/battle-of-the-botanicals/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20170607T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20170607T210000
DTSTAMP:20260411T070810
CREATED:20170411T182353Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20170605T140725Z
UID:10000618-1496862000-1496869200@www.hitchcockcenter.org
SUMMARY:CANCELLED: Peace\, Love\, and Bonobos: How a Great Ape Can Lead Us to a Better World
DESCRIPTION:Sally Jewell Coxe\, co-founder Bonobo Conservation Initiative\nWednesday\, June 7\, 7pm\n$10 suggested donation to Bonobo Conservation Initiative\nRegistration appreciated \nJoin Sally Jewell Coxe for a fascinating glimpse into the world of one of our closest great ape relatives\, the bonobo. Bonobos were the last great ape to be discovered\, and sadly\, these magnificent beings face extinction due to hunting and habitat destruction. Working with Congolese partners\, the Bonobo Conservation Initiative is leading efforts to safeguard bonobos and the vital rainforest in which they live. Ms. Coxe is the co-founder and president of the Bonobo Conservation Initiative. In this engaging\, multimedia presentation\, Ms. Coxe will share how protecting these peaceful\, loving great apes can lead us all to a better future. Reception to follow.
URL:https://www.hitchcockcenter.org/event/peace-love-and-bonobos-how-a-great-ape-can-lead-us-to-a-better-world/
LOCATION:Hitchcock Center for the Environment\, 845 West Street\, Amherst\, MA\, 01002
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20170607T153000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20170607T173000
DTSTAMP:20260411T070810
CREATED:20161117T201529Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20161117T201529Z
UID:10000425-1496849400-1496856600@www.hitchcockcenter.org
SUMMARY:Nature Play Afterschool
DESCRIPTION:Spring Session\nwith Jeff Mazur\nWednesdays\, 3:30pm- 5:30pm\, extended days 1:30pm-5:30pm\nMarch 22 – June 7 (no class April 19)\nExtended days: March 29 & May 10\nMembers: $272 / Non-members: $300 \nOpen to all children in grades 1-3. Limited to 10 participants.
URL:https://www.hitchcockcenter.org/event/nature-play-afterschool-56/
LOCATION:Hitchcock Center for the Environment\, 845 West Street\, Amherst\, MA\, 01002
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20170606T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20170606T140000
DTSTAMP:20260411T070810
CREATED:20161118T181819Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20161118T181819Z
UID:10000445-1496743200-1496757600@www.hitchcockcenter.org
SUMMARY:Homeschool II
DESCRIPTION:Biologists in Training\nJeff Mazur\, Hitchcock Educator\nAges 9-12\nTuesdays\, 10:00am-2:00pm\n10 classes: March 14\, 21\, 28\, April 11\, 25\, May 9\, 16\, 23\, 30\, June 6\nMembers: $420/Non-members: $448\nLimited to 10 participants. Non-refundable within a week of the program; all refunds incur a 10% administrative fee.
URL:https://www.hitchcockcenter.org/event/homeschool-ii-18/
LOCATION:Hitchcock Center for the Environment\, 845 West Street\, Amherst\, MA\, 01002
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20170606T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20170606T140000
DTSTAMP:20260411T070810
CREATED:20161118T174223Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20161118T174223Z
UID:10000435-1496743200-1496757600@www.hitchcockcenter.org
SUMMARY:Homeschool I
DESCRIPTION:Raindrop to Reservoir: All About Water\nKatie Koerten\, Hitchcock Educator\nAges 6-8\nTuesdays\, 10:00am-2:00pm\n10 classes: March 14\, 21\, 28\, April 11 & 25\, May 9\, 16\, 23\, 30\, June 6\nMembers: $420/Non-members: $448\nLimited to 12 participants. Non-refundable within a week of the program; all refunds incur a 10% administrative fee.
URL:https://www.hitchcockcenter.org/event/homeschool-i-19/
LOCATION:Hitchcock Center for the Environment\, 845 West Street\, Amherst\, MA\, 01002
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20170604T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20170604T120000
DTSTAMP:20260411T070810
CREATED:20170104T195554Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20170106T144628Z
UID:10000531-1496566800-1496577600@www.hitchcockcenter.org
SUMMARY:Nature All Year Study Club
DESCRIPTION:Sundays once per month\, 9:00 am – 12:00 noon (some class times may vary depending on topics)\nMembers $275/Non-members $325 for the full course\nDrop-in cost is $27. For the Plum Island field trip\, the drop-in cost is $45.\nRegister here\nJoin us for our fourth 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\, from broad habitat perspectives to close details of individual species. Over the course of the year we’ll visit a variety of natural habitats in the greater Pioneer Valley area. Identification skills\, ecological connections\, adaptations\, and life cycles of organisms will be the focus of our observations. \nCourse dates and leaders are available here. 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.
URL:https://www.hitchcockcenter.org/event/nature-all-year-study-club-6/
LOCATION:Fieldtrip Location
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20170604T070000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20170604T100000
DTSTAMP:20260411T070810
CREATED:20170411T201421Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20170602T211309Z
UID:10000635-1496559600-1496570400@www.hitchcockcenter.org
SUMMARY:Biothon Outing: Hadley - CANCELLED
DESCRIPTION:John Green\, Naturalist\nSunday June 4\, 7–10 am\nMembers $20/Non-members $30\nRegister here \nJohn will guide you on a listening walk through a variety of local habitats. He will point out the songs and calls of a variety of spring nesting songbirds. He will share strategies about how to distinguish some of the sound-a-like songs and will help you connect the visual image with the sound! He will explore several varied habitats and specify which species live in each so you can more easily determine who is singing! \n 
URL:https://www.hitchcockcenter.org/event/biothon-outing-hadley/
LOCATION:Fieldtrip Location
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20170604
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20170605
DTSTAMP:20260411T070810
CREATED:20170320T180418Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20170320T180418Z
UID:10000610-1496534400-1496620799@www.hitchcockcenter.org
SUMMARY:Biothon
DESCRIPTION:The Hitchcock Center’s 18th Annual 2017 Biothon starts May 12th! You’ve heard of marathons\, walk-a-thons\, and dance-a-thons: this is our version. Biothon is a fundraiser for the Hitchcock Center’s environmental education programs. And it’s a fun and educational way to document the biodiversity of our region. Biothon is a team event during peak spring biodiversity. \nTeams will be out identifying species in the Valley at specific sites for any time period (up to 24-hours) on Friday\, May 12 – Sunday\, May 14 or on Friday\, June 2 – Sunday\, June 4. Teams choose their day and time\, where to go out\, and what species to count. \nYour participation helps us to document our region’s biodiversity\, and strengthen high-quality environmental education programs for our whole community – thank you! \nLearn more…
URL:https://www.hitchcockcenter.org/event/biothon-6/
LOCATION:Fieldtrip Location
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20170603T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20170603T120000
DTSTAMP:20260411T070810
CREATED:20170322T155536Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20170322T161559Z
UID:10000611-1496484000-1496491200@www.hitchcockcenter.org
SUMMARY:Biothon Outing: Mt. Toby in Leverett
DESCRIPTION:Join Danielle Barshak for a Biothon outing at Mt. Toby in Leverett. \nLearn more about Biothon. \nRegister for this outing.
URL:https://www.hitchcockcenter.org/event/biothon-outing-mt-toby/
LOCATION:Fieldtrip Location
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20170603T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20170603T120000
DTSTAMP:20260411T070810
CREATED:20170411T193850Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20170602T154633Z
UID:10000627-1496480400-1496491200@www.hitchcockcenter.org
SUMMARY:Explore A Rich Forest - CANCELLED
DESCRIPTION:Glenn Motzkin\, Plant ecologist\nSaturday\, June 3\, 9am-noon\nMembers $20/Non-members $30\nRegister here\n \nIn ecological terms a rich\, mesic forest means one where the soils are not highly acid\, are rich in certain minerals\, and where the soil is moist but not wet. We will explore an area with a good variety of trees\, wildflowers and ferns. Glenn will help bring the ecology of this habitat alive for you and will share recent understandings about the importance of these habitats. Be prepared for insects and perhaps ticks. Directions to our meeting location will be provided upon registration.
URL:https://www.hitchcockcenter.org/event/explore-a-rich-forest/
LOCATION:Fieldtrip Location
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20170603
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20170604
DTSTAMP:20260411T070810
CREATED:20170320T180336Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20170320T180336Z
UID:10000609-1496448000-1496534399@www.hitchcockcenter.org
SUMMARY:Biothon
DESCRIPTION:The Hitchcock Center’s 18th Annual 2017 Biothon starts May 12th! You’ve heard of marathons\, walk-a-thons\, and dance-a-thons: this is our version. Biothon is a fundraiser for the Hitchcock Center’s environmental education programs. And it’s a fun and educational way to document the biodiversity of our region. Biothon is a team event during peak spring biodiversity. \nTeams will be out identifying species in the Valley at specific sites for any time period (up to 24-hours) on Friday\, May 12 – Sunday\, May 14 or on Friday\, June 2 – Sunday\, June 4. Teams choose their day and time\, where to go out\, and what species to count. \nYour participation helps us to document our region’s biodiversity\, and strengthen high-quality environmental education programs for our whole community – thank you! \nLearn more…
URL:https://www.hitchcockcenter.org/event/biothon-5/
LOCATION:Fieldtrip Location
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20170602T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20170602T173000
DTSTAMP:20260411T070810
CREATED:20170320T172634Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20170320T172634Z
UID:10000600-1496419200-1496424600@www.hitchcockcenter.org
SUMMARY:Living Building Tour
DESCRIPTION:Public Building Tours: Spring Tour Dates\nFirst Fridays at 4pm: April 7\, May 5\, June 2\nThird Wednesdays at 12pm: April 19\, May 17\, June 21\nFREE but please register online.\nCome meet our newest educator – our building! It is designed to model systems in nature\, it is net zero energy\, net zero water\, has composting toilets\, and has been made with responsibly sourced non-toxic materials\, come check it out at one of our bi-monthly tours. \nPrivate Building Tours\nThe Hitchcock Center offers private group building tours\, based on availability. The fee for these tours is $50/group. Please limit group size to 15-20 for the best experience. Please contact Jessica Schultz\, Living Building Coordinator\, to arrange your group’s tour. \nNote: We are pleased to be able to offer spanish language translators for our building tours. If you or someone you know could benefit from translation\, please let us know in advance\, so that we may schedule a translator for your tour date.
URL:https://www.hitchcockcenter.org/event/living-building-tour-8/
LOCATION:Hitchcock Center for the Environment\, 845 West Street\, Amherst\, MA\, 01002
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20170602T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20170602T160000
DTSTAMP:20260411T070810
CREATED:20170322T162453Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20170322T162453Z
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SUMMARY:Biothon Outing: Lithia Springs Reservoir in South Hadley
DESCRIPTION:Join Elizabeth Farnsworth and Nancy Goodmam for a Biothon outing at Lithia Springs Reservoir. \nLearn more about Biothon. \nRegister for this outing.
URL:https://www.hitchcockcenter.org/event/biothon-outing-lithia-springs-reservoir-in-south-hadley/
LOCATION:Fieldtrip Location
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20170602T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20170602T150000
DTSTAMP:20260411T070810
CREATED:20161117T193929Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20161117T193929Z
UID:10000404-1496408400-1496415600@www.hitchcockcenter.org
SUMMARY:Nature Discovery Preschool
DESCRIPTION:Animals That Build\nwith Colleen Kelley\nAges 3-5 (Adult required to attend with child)\nFridays\, Morning session: 9:30am-11:30 am\nAfternoon session: 1:00pm-3:00pm\nMembers: $205 / Non-members: $225 \nLimited to 12 families per session. \nRegister here.
URL:https://www.hitchcockcenter.org/event/nature-discovery-preschool-74/
LOCATION:Hitchcock Center for the Environment\, 845 West Street\, Amherst\, MA\, 01002
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20170602T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20170602T113000
DTSTAMP:20260411T070810
CREATED:20161117T193817Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20161117T193817Z
UID:10000403-1496395800-1496403000@www.hitchcockcenter.org
SUMMARY:Nature Discovery Preschool
DESCRIPTION:Animals That Build\nwith Colleen Kelley\nAges 3-5 (Adult required to attend with child)\nFridays\, Morning session: 9:30am-11:30 am\nAfternoon session: 1:00pm-3:00pm\nMembers: $205 / Non-members: $225 \nLimited to 12 families per session. \nRegister here.
URL:https://www.hitchcockcenter.org/event/nature-discovery-preschool-73/
LOCATION:Hitchcock Center for the Environment\, 845 West Street\, Amherst\, MA\, 01002
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20170602
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20170603
DTSTAMP:20260411T070810
CREATED:20170320T180257Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20170320T180257Z
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SUMMARY:Biothon
DESCRIPTION:The Hitchcock Center’s 18th Annual 2017 Biothon starts May 12th! You’ve heard of marathons\, walk-a-thons\, and dance-a-thons: this is our version. Biothon is a fundraiser for the Hitchcock Center’s environmental education programs. And it’s a fun and educational way to document the biodiversity of our region. Biothon is a team event during peak spring biodiversity. \nTeams will be out identifying species in the Valley at specific sites for any time period (up to 24-hours) on Friday\, May 12 – Sunday\, May 14 or on Friday\, June 2 – Sunday\, June 4. Teams choose their day and time\, where to go out\, and what species to count. \nYour participation helps us to document our region’s biodiversity\, and strengthen high-quality environmental education programs for our whole community – thank you! \nLearn more…
URL:https://www.hitchcockcenter.org/event/biothon-4/
LOCATION:Fieldtrip Location
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20170601T153000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20170601T173000
DTSTAMP:20260411T070810
CREATED:20161118T184002Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20170329T141550Z
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SUMMARY:Girls into the Wild
DESCRIPTION:with Katie Koerten\nAges 8-11\, Grades 3-5\nThursdays\, March 23 –June 15 (no class April 20 or June 8)\n3:30pm-5:30pm\nMembers: $297/Non-members: $352 \nLimited to 10 participants.
URL:https://www.hitchcockcenter.org/event/girls-into-the-wild-45/
LOCATION:Hitchcock Center for the Environment\, 845 West Street\, Amherst\, MA\, 01002
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