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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20170126T153000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20170126T173000
DTSTAMP:20260406T060304
CREATED:20161118T182410Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20161118T182410Z
UID:10000449-1485444600-1485451800@www.hitchcockcenter.org
SUMMARY:Girls into the Wild
DESCRIPTION:with Katie Koerten\nAges 8-11\, Grades 3-5\nThursdays\, January 5–March 16 (no class February 23)\n3:30pm-5:30pm\nMembers: $270/Non-members: $320 \nCalling all girls ages 8-11! Get to know nature\, and make friends at the same time at this weekly afterschool program. Now in its third year\, Girls into the Wild 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! Families provide their own transportation to the Hitchcock Center. Limited to 10 participants.
URL:https://www.hitchcockcenter.org/event/girls-into-the-wild-28/
LOCATION:Hitchcock Center for the Environment\, 845 West Street\, Amherst\, MA\, 01002
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20170125T153000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20170125T173000
DTSTAMP:20260406T060304
CREATED:20161117T195033Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20161117T195033Z
UID:10000408-1485358200-1485365400@www.hitchcockcenter.org
SUMMARY:Nature Play Afterschool
DESCRIPTION:Winter Session\nwith Jeff Mazur\nWednesdays – 3:30pm-5:30pm\, extended days 1:30pm-5:30pm\nJanuary 4 – March 15 (no class February 22)\nExtended day: February 8\nMembers: $230/Non-members: $254\nOpen to all children in grades 1-3. Limited to 10 participants.
URL:https://www.hitchcockcenter.org/event/nature-play-afterschool-39/
LOCATION:Hitchcock Center for the Environment\, 845 West Street\, Amherst\, MA\, 01002
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20170124T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20170124T140000
DTSTAMP:20260406T060304
CREATED:20161117T182023Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20161117T182023Z
UID:10000369-1485252000-1485266400@www.hitchcockcenter.org
SUMMARY:Homeschool Discovery Day
DESCRIPTION:The Truth About Bats\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/homeschool-discovery-day-6/
LOCATION:Hitchcock Center for the Environment\, 845 West Street\, Amherst\, MA\, 01002
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20170123T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20170123T150000
DTSTAMP:20260406T060304
CREATED:20161117T184849Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20161117T184933Z
UID:10000376-1485160200-1485183600@www.hitchcockcenter.org
SUMMARY:Winter Curriculum Day
DESCRIPTION:No School for Amherst Today\nMonday\, January 23\n8:30am-3pm\n$60 members/$70 nonmembers\nCome play at the Hitchcock Center when there is no school! We’ll play games\, go on outside adventures and do indoor projects. Limited to 12 participants. \nRegister here.
URL:https://www.hitchcockcenter.org/event/winter-curriculum-day-2/
LOCATION:Hitchcock Center for the Environment\, 845 West Street\, Amherst\, MA\, 01002
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20170121T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20170121T130000
DTSTAMP:20260406T060304
CREATED:20161214T152259Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20161214T152259Z
UID:10000469-1484989200-1485003600@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-2/
LOCATION:Hitchcock Center for the Environment\, 845 West Street\, Amherst\, MA\, 01002
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20170120T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20170120T113000
DTSTAMP:20260406T060304
CREATED:20161117T190516Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20161122T175854Z
UID:10000383-1484904600-1484911800@www.hitchcockcenter.org
SUMMARY:Winter Preschool Day
DESCRIPTION:Animals Signs – Winter Detectives\nwith Colleen Kelley\nAges 3-5 (Adult must attend with child)\nSelected Fridays\, 9:30am-11:30am\nMembers: $20 per program / Non-members: $24 per program \nExplore fun winter themes with your child! Limited to 12 families per program. \nRegister here.
URL:https://www.hitchcockcenter.org/event/winter-preschool-days/
LOCATION:Hitchcock Center for the Environment\, 845 West Street\, Amherst\, MA\, 01002
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20170119T153000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20170119T173000
DTSTAMP:20260406T060304
CREATED:20161118T182314Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20161118T182314Z
UID:10000448-1484839800-1484847000@www.hitchcockcenter.org
SUMMARY:Girls into the Wild
DESCRIPTION:with Katie Koerten\nAges 8-11\, Grades 3-5\nThursdays\, January 5–March 16 (no class February 23)\n3:30pm-5:30pm\nMembers: $270/Non-members: $320 \nCalling all girls ages 8-11! Get to know nature\, and make friends at the same time at this weekly afterschool program. Now in its third year\, Girls into the Wild 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! Families provide their own transportation to the Hitchcock Center. Limited to 10 participants.
URL:https://www.hitchcockcenter.org/event/girls-into-the-wild-27/
LOCATION:Hitchcock Center for the Environment\, 845 West Street\, Amherst\, MA\, 01002
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20170118T153000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20170118T173000
DTSTAMP:20260406T060304
CREATED:20161117T194938Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20161117T194938Z
UID:10000407-1484753400-1484760600@www.hitchcockcenter.org
SUMMARY:Nature Play Afterschool
DESCRIPTION:Winter Session\nwith Jeff Mazur\nWednesdays – 3:30pm-5:30pm\, extended days 1:30pm-5:30pm\nJanuary 4 – March 15 (no class February 22)\nExtended day: February 8\nMembers: $230/Non-members: $254\nOpen to all children in grades 1-3. Limited to 10 participants.
URL:https://www.hitchcockcenter.org/event/nature-play-afterschool-38/
LOCATION:Hitchcock Center for the Environment\, 845 West Street\, Amherst\, MA\, 01002
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20170118T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20170118T130000
DTSTAMP:20260406T060304
CREATED:20161225T211531Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20161225T211531Z
UID:10000507-1484740800-1484744400@www.hitchcockcenter.org
SUMMARY:Our Living Building Tour
DESCRIPTION:Winter Tour Dates\n1st Fridays at 4pm – January 6\, February 3\, March 3\n3rd Wednesdays at 12pm – January 18\, February 15\, March 15\nFREE registration appreciated \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.
URL:https://www.hitchcockcenter.org/event/our-living-building-tour-4/
LOCATION:Hitchcock Center for the Environment\, 845 West Street\, Amherst\, MA\, 01002
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20170114T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20170114T110000
DTSTAMP:20260406T060304
CREATED:20161214T153528Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20161214T153528Z
UID:10000480-1484388000-1484391600@www.hitchcockcenter.org
SUMMARY:Second Saturday Science - Scutes & Scales
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-scutes-scales/
LOCATION:Hitchcock Center for the Environment\, 845 West Street\, Amherst\, MA\, 01002
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20170114T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20170114T130000
DTSTAMP:20260406T060304
CREATED:20161214T152152Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20161214T152152Z
UID:10000468-1484384400-1484398800@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/
LOCATION:Hitchcock Center for the Environment\, 845 West Street\, Amherst\, MA\, 01002
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20170112T153000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20170112T173000
DTSTAMP:20260406T060304
CREATED:20161118T182222Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20161118T182222Z
UID:10000447-1484235000-1484242200@www.hitchcockcenter.org
SUMMARY:Girls into the Wild
DESCRIPTION:with Katie Koerten\nAges 8-11\, Grades 3-5\nThursdays\, January 5–March 16 (no class February 23)\n3:30pm-5:30pm\nMembers: $270/Non-members: $320 \nCalling all girls ages 8-11! Get to know nature\, and make friends at the same time at this weekly afterschool program. Now in its third year\, Girls into the Wild 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! Families provide their own transportation to the Hitchcock Center. Limited to 10 participants.
URL:https://www.hitchcockcenter.org/event/girls-into-the-wild-26/
LOCATION:Hitchcock Center for the Environment\, 845 West Street\, Amherst\, MA\, 01002
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20170111T153000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20170111T173000
DTSTAMP:20260406T060304
CREATED:20161117T194839Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20161117T194839Z
UID:10000406-1484148600-1484155800@www.hitchcockcenter.org
SUMMARY:Nature Play Afterschool
DESCRIPTION:Winter Session\nwith Jeff Mazur\nWednesdays – 3:30pm-5:30pm\, extended days 1:30pm-5:30pm\nJanuary 4 – March 15 (no class February 22)\nExtended day: February 8\nMembers: $230/Non-members: $254\nOpen to all children in grades 1-3. Limited to 10 participants.
URL:https://www.hitchcockcenter.org/event/nature-play-afterschool-37/
LOCATION:Hitchcock Center for the Environment\, 845 West Street\, Amherst\, MA\, 01002
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20170110T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20170110T140000
DTSTAMP:20260406T060304
CREATED:20161117T181834Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20161117T181834Z
UID:10000368-1484042400-1484056800@www.hitchcockcenter.org
SUMMARY:Homeschool Discovery Day
DESCRIPTION:Rube Goldberg Machines\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/homeschool-discovery-day-5/
LOCATION:Hitchcock Center for the Environment\, 845 West Street\, Amherst\, MA\, 01002
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20170106T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20170106T170000
DTSTAMP:20260406T060304
CREATED:20161225T211141Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20161225T211141Z
UID:10000504-1483718400-1483722000@www.hitchcockcenter.org
SUMMARY:Our Living Building Tour
DESCRIPTION:Winter Tour Dates\n1st Fridays at 4pm – January 6\, February 3\, March 3\n3rd Wednesdays at 12pm – January 18\, February 15\, March 15\nFREE registration appreciated \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. \n 
URL:https://www.hitchcockcenter.org/event/our-living-building-tour/
LOCATION:Hitchcock Center for the Environment\, 845 West Street\, Amherst\, MA\, 01002
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20170106T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20170106T113000
DTSTAMP:20260406T060304
CREATED:20161117T190344Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20161122T175930Z
UID:10000382-1483695000-1483702200@www.hitchcockcenter.org
SUMMARY:Winter Preschool Day
DESCRIPTION:Animals Getting Ready for Winter\nwith Colleen Kelley\nAges 3-5 (Adult must attend with child)\nSelected Fridays\, 9:30am-11:30am\nMembers: $20 per program / Non-members: $24 per program \nExplore fun winter themes with your child! Limited to 12 families per program. \nRegister here.
URL:https://www.hitchcockcenter.org/event/winter-preschool-day/
LOCATION:Hitchcock Center for the Environment\, 845 West Street\, Amherst\, MA\, 01002
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20170105T153000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20170105T173000
DTSTAMP:20260406T060304
CREATED:20161118T182131Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20161118T182131Z
UID:10000446-1483630200-1483637400@www.hitchcockcenter.org
SUMMARY:Girls into the Wild
DESCRIPTION:with Katie Koerten\nAges 8-11\, Grades 3-5\nThursdays\, January 5–March 16 (no class February 23)\n3:30pm-5:30pm\nMembers: $270/Non-members: $320 \nCalling all girls ages 8-11! Get to know nature\, and make friends at the same time at this weekly afterschool program. Now in its third year\, Girls into the Wild 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! Families provide their own transportation to the Hitchcock Center. Limited to 10 participants.
URL:https://www.hitchcockcenter.org/event/girls-into-the-wild-25/
LOCATION:Hitchcock Center for the Environment\, 845 West Street\, Amherst\, MA\, 01002
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20170104T153000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20170104T173000
DTSTAMP:20260406T060304
CREATED:20161117T194714Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20161117T194737Z
UID:10000405-1483543800-1483551000@www.hitchcockcenter.org
SUMMARY:Nature Play Afterschool
DESCRIPTION:Winter Session\nwith Jeff Mazur\nWednesdays – 3:30pm-5:30pm\, extended days 1:30pm-5:30pm\nJanuary 4 – March 15 (no class February 22)\nExtended day: February 8\nMembers: $230/Non-members: $254\nOpen to all children in grades 1-3. Limited to 10 participants.
URL:https://www.hitchcockcenter.org/event/nature-play-afterschool-36/
LOCATION:Hitchcock Center for the Environment\, 845 West Street\, Amherst\, MA\, 01002
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20161221T153000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20161221T173000
DTSTAMP:20260406T060304
CREATED:20160715T205911Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20160715T205911Z
UID:10000338-1482334200-1482341400@www.hitchcockcenter.org
SUMMARY:Nature Play Afterschool
DESCRIPTION:Hitchcock’s Nature Play Afterschool Program for children ages 6–9 is all about getting kids outside to run\, jump\, climb\, splash\, invent\, imagine\, play and be a free-range kid. There are many positive impacts of nature play on children’s social\, emotional\, intellectual\, and physical well-being. \nwith Jeff Mazur\nWednesdays – 3:30pm-5:30pm\, extended days 1:30pm-5:30pm\nSeptember 14 – December 21 (no class November 23)\nExtended days: Sept. 21\, Oct. 19\, Dec 14\nMembers: $357/Non-members: $388\nOn early-release Wednesdays we meet from 1:30pm-5:30pm. Limited to 10 participants. \n \nSpace is limited. These programs are part of a series and are not open as drop-in classes. Non-refundable within a week of the program\, all refunds incur a 10% administrative fee.
URL:https://www.hitchcockcenter.org/event/nature-play-afterschool-35/
LOCATION:Hitchcock Center for the Environment\, 845 West Street\, Amherst\, MA\, 01002
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20161216T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20161216T150000
DTSTAMP:20260406T060304
CREATED:20160715T144027Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20160715T144027Z
UID:10000285-1481893200-1481900400@www.hitchcockcenter.org
SUMMARY:Nature Discovery Preschool
DESCRIPTION:Under Your Toes to Above Your Nose – Layers of the Forest\nwith Colleen Kelley\nAges 3-5 (adult required to attend with child)\nFridays\, Morning session: 9:30am-11:30am\nAfternoon session: 1:00pm-3:00pm\nSeptember 23\, 30\, October 7\, 21\, 28\, November 4\, 18\, December 2\, 9\, 16\nMembers: $205/Non-members: $225\nLimited to 12 families per session \nCome join us this Fall to explore the layers of the forest – starting with under your toes and all the wonders of soil and who lives there – to above your nose exploring the sun\, clouds and wind in the sky! Through live animal observations\, puppets\, games and model making\, each week will focus on a different layer of the forest. \n \nSpace is limited. An adult is required to attend with child. 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-discovery-preschool-53/
LOCATION:Hitchcock Center for the Environment\, 845 West Street\, Amherst\, MA\, 01002
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20161216T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20161216T113000
DTSTAMP:20260406T060304
CREATED:20160715T143936Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20160715T143936Z
UID:10000284-1481880600-1481887800@www.hitchcockcenter.org
SUMMARY:Nature Discovery Preschool
DESCRIPTION:Under Your Toes to Above Your Nose – Layers of the Forest\nwith Colleen Kelley\nAges 3-5 (adult required to attend with child)\nFridays\, Morning session: 9:30am-11:30am\nAfternoon session: 1:00pm-3:00pm\nSeptember 23\, 30\, October 7\, 21\, 28\, November 4\, 18\, December 2\, 9\, 16\nMembers: $205/Non-members: $225\nLimited to 12 families per session \nCome join us this Fall to explore the layers of the forest – starting with under your toes and all the wonders of soil and who lives there – to above your nose exploring the sun\, clouds and wind in the sky! Through live animal observations\, puppets\, games and model making\, each week will focus on a different layer of the forest. \n \nSpace is limited. An adult is required to attend with child. 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-discovery-preschool-52/
LOCATION:Hitchcock Center for the Environment\, 845 West Street\, Amherst\, MA\, 01002
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20161215T153000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20161215T173000
DTSTAMP:20260406T060304
CREATED:20160715T200747Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20160715T200747Z
UID:10000323-1481815800-1481823000@www.hitchcockcenter.org
SUMMARY:Girls Into the Wild
DESCRIPTION:with Katie Koerten\nAges 8-11\, Grades 3-5\nThursdays\, September 15 – December 15 (no class November 24)\n3:30pm-5:30pm\nMembers: $351/Non-members: $416\n \nCalling all girls ages 8-11! Get to know nature\, and make friends at the same time at this weekly afterschool program. Now in its third year\, Girls into the Wild 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! Families provide their own transportation to the Hitchcock Center. Limited to 10 participants. \n \nThese programs are part of a series and are not open as a drop-in classes. 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-24/
LOCATION:Hitchcock Center for the Environment\, 845 West Street\, Amherst\, MA\, 01002
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20161214T133000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20161214T173000
DTSTAMP:20260406T060304
CREATED:20160715T205827Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20160715T205827Z
UID:10000337-1481722200-1481736600@www.hitchcockcenter.org
SUMMARY:Nature Play Afterschool
DESCRIPTION:Hitchcock’s Nature Play Afterschool Program for children ages 6–9 is all about getting kids outside to run\, jump\, climb\, splash\, invent\, imagine\, play and be a free-range kid. There are many positive impacts of nature play on children’s social\, emotional\, intellectual\, and physical well-being. \nwith Jeff Mazur\nWednesdays – 3:30pm-5:30pm\, extended days 1:30pm-5:30pm\nSeptember 14 – December 21 (no class November 23)\nExtended days: Sept. 21\, Oct. 19\, Dec 14\nMembers: $357/Non-members: $388\nOn early-release Wednesdays we meet from 1:30pm-5:30pm. Limited to 10 participants. \n \nSpace is limited. These programs are part of a series and are not open as drop-in classes. Non-refundable within a week of the program\, all refunds incur a 10% administrative fee.
URL:https://www.hitchcockcenter.org/event/nature-play-afterschool-34/
LOCATION:Hitchcock Center for the Environment\, 845 West Street\, Amherst\, MA\, 01002
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20161213T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20161213T140000
DTSTAMP:20260406T060304
CREATED:20160715T194159Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20160715T194159Z
UID:10000310-1481623200-1481637600@www.hitchcockcenter.org
SUMMARY:Homeschool Discovery Day
DESCRIPTION:with Patrick O’Roark\nTuesdays 10:00am-2:00pm\nAges 6-12\nMembers: $42 per day /Non-members: $46 per day\nTuesdays\, September 27 \, October 25\, November 15 \, December 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. Themes to be announced this summer. Limited to 12 participants per program.
URL:https://www.hitchcockcenter.org/event/homeschool-discovery-day-4/
LOCATION:Hitchcock Center for the Environment\, 845 West Street\, Amherst\, MA\, 01002
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20161209T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20161209T150000
DTSTAMP:20260406T060304
CREATED:20160715T143843Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20160715T143843Z
UID:10000283-1481288400-1481295600@www.hitchcockcenter.org
SUMMARY:Nature Discovery Preschool
DESCRIPTION:Under Your Toes to Above Your Nose – Layers of the Forest\nwith Colleen Kelley\nAges 3-5 (adult required to attend with child)\nFridays\, Morning session: 9:30am-11:30am\nAfternoon session: 1:00pm-3:00pm\nSeptember 23\, 30\, October 7\, 21\, 28\, November 4\, 18\, December 2\, 9\, 16\nMembers: $205/Non-members: $225\nLimited to 12 families per session \nCome join us this Fall to explore the layers of the forest – starting with under your toes and all the wonders of soil and who lives there – to above your nose exploring the sun\, clouds and wind in the sky! Through live animal observations\, puppets\, games and model making\, each week will focus on a different layer of the forest. \n \nSpace is limited. An adult is required to attend with child. 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-discovery-preschool-51/
LOCATION:Hitchcock Center for the Environment\, 845 West Street\, Amherst\, MA\, 01002
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20161209T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20161209T113000
DTSTAMP:20260406T060304
CREATED:20160715T143752Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20160715T143752Z
UID:10000282-1481275800-1481283000@www.hitchcockcenter.org
SUMMARY:Nature Discovery Preschool
DESCRIPTION:Under Your Toes to Above Your Nose – Layers of the Forest\nwith Colleen Kelley\nAges 3-5 (adult required to attend with child)\nFridays\, Morning session: 9:30am-11:30am\nAfternoon session: 1:00pm-3:00pm\nSeptember 23\, 30\, October 7\, 21\, 28\, November 4\, 18\, December 2\, 9\, 16\nMembers: $205/Non-members: $225\nLimited to 12 families per session \nCome join us this Fall to explore the layers of the forest – starting with under your toes and all the wonders of soil and who lives there – to above your nose exploring the sun\, clouds and wind in the sky! Through live animal observations\, puppets\, games and model making\, each week will focus on a different layer of the forest. \n \nSpace is limited. An adult is required to attend with child. 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-discovery-preschool-50/
LOCATION:Hitchcock Center for the Environment\, 845 West Street\, Amherst\, MA\, 01002
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20161208T153000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20161208T173000
DTSTAMP:20260406T060304
CREATED:20160715T200651Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20160715T200651Z
UID:10000322-1481211000-1481218200@www.hitchcockcenter.org
SUMMARY:Girls Into the Wild
DESCRIPTION:with Katie Koerten\nAges 8-11\, Grades 3-5\nThursdays\, September 15 – December 15 (no class November 24)\n3:30pm-5:30pm\nMembers: $351/Non-members: $416\n \nCalling all girls ages 8-11! Get to know nature\, and make friends at the same time at this weekly afterschool program. Now in its third year\, Girls into the Wild 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! Families provide their own transportation to the Hitchcock Center. Limited to 10 participants. \n \nThese programs are part of a series and are not open as a drop-in classes. 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-23/
LOCATION:Hitchcock Center for the Environment\, 845 West Street\, Amherst\, MA\, 01002
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20161207T153000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20161207T173000
DTSTAMP:20260406T060304
CREATED:20160715T205725Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20160715T205725Z
UID:10000336-1481124600-1481131800@www.hitchcockcenter.org
SUMMARY:Nature Play After School
DESCRIPTION:Hitchcock’s Nature Play Afterschool Program for children ages 6–9 is all about getting kids outside to run\, jump\, climb\, splash\, invent\, imagine\, play and be a free-range kid. There are many positive impacts of nature play on children’s social\, emotional\, intellectual\, and physical well-being. \nwith Jeff Mazur\nWednesdays – 3:30pm-5:30pm\, extended days 1:30pm-5:30pm\nSeptember 14 – December 21 (no class November 23)\nExtended days: Sept. 21\, Oct. 19\, Dec 14\nMembers: $357/Non-members: $388\nOn early-release Wednesdays we meet from 1:30pm-5:30pm. Limited to 10 participants. \n \nSpace is limited. These programs are part of a series and are not open as drop-in classes. Non-refundable within a week of the program\, all refunds incur a 10% administrative fee.
URL:https://www.hitchcockcenter.org/event/nature-play-after-school-2/
LOCATION:Hitchcock Center for the Environment\, 845 West Street\, Amherst\, MA\, 01002
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20161206T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20161206T140000
DTSTAMP:20260406T060304
CREATED:20160715T193824Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20160715T193824Z
UID:10000306-1481018400-1481032800@www.hitchcockcenter.org
SUMMARY:Homeschool II: Digital Ecology
DESCRIPTION:with Jeff Mazur\nAges 9-12\nTuesdays\, 10:00am-2:00pm\n10 classes: September 13\, 20\, October 4\, 11\, 18\, November 1\, 8\, 22\, 29\, December 6\nMembers: $420/Non-members: $448 \nJoin us to become Eco-photographers! We will be using the camera as a tool to study nature and enhance our observation skills. We’ll explore our world by viewing it through different lenses. During this fall’s Homeschool II class we will delve into the environment through outdoor activities\, games\, observations and investigations\, field trips\, art and photography projects. We will investigate different habitats and change how we see the world around us and be the first to document what is living in Hitchcock’s new trail system. Limited to 10 participants.
URL:https://www.hitchcockcenter.org/event/homeschool-ii-digital-ecology-10/
LOCATION:Hitchcock Center for the Environment\, 845 West Street\, Amherst\, MA\, 01002
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20161206T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20161206T140000
DTSTAMP:20260406T060304
CREATED:20160715T153151Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20160715T153151Z
UID:10000296-1481018400-1481032800@www.hitchcockcenter.org
SUMMARY:Homeschool I: Marvelous Mammals
DESCRIPTION:with Katie Koerten\nAges 6-8\nTuesdays\, 10:00am-2:00pm\n10 classes: September 13\, 20\, October 4\, 11\, 18\, November 1\, 8\, 22\, 29\, December 6\nMembers: $420/Non-members: $448 \nCome to our first homeschool class in the new Hitchcock Center Living Building\, now in a 10-week format! This fall we’ll be learning all about bears\, bats\, squirrels and more as we dive into the world of mammals. These furry\, warm-blooded creatures share a lot in common with us humans. 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. With special visitors\, field trips and live animal observations\, we’ll discover who these creatures are and what we have in common with them. Online registration opens Tuesday\, June 21. Limited to 12 participants.
URL:https://www.hitchcockcenter.org/event/homeschool-i-marvelous-mammals-10/
LOCATION:Hitchcock Center for the Environment\, 845 West Street\, Amherst\, MA\, 01002
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