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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20170114T090000
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CREATED:20161214T152152Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20161214T152152Z
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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
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20170112T153000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20170112T173000
DTSTAMP:20260406T060334
CREATED:20161118T182222Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20161118T182222Z
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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
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20170111T153000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20170111T173000
DTSTAMP:20260406T060334
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:20260406T060334
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
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20170106T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20170106T170000
DTSTAMP:20260406T060334
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
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20170106T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20170106T113000
DTSTAMP:20260406T060334
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
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20170105T153000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20170105T173000
DTSTAMP:20260406T060334
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
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20170104T153000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20170104T173000
DTSTAMP:20260406T060334
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
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20161221T153000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20161221T173000
DTSTAMP:20260406T060334
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
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20161216T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20161216T150000
DTSTAMP:20260406T060334
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:20260406T060334
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
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20161215T153000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20161215T173000
DTSTAMP:20260406T060334
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:20260406T060334
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
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20161213T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20161213T140000
DTSTAMP:20260406T060334
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
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20161209T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20161209T150000
DTSTAMP:20260406T060334
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
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20161209T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20161209T113000
DTSTAMP:20260406T060334
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
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20161208T153000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20161208T173000
DTSTAMP:20260406T060334
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
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20161207T153000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20161207T173000
DTSTAMP:20260406T060334
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
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20161206T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20161206T140000
DTSTAMP:20260406T060334
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
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20161206T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20161206T140000
DTSTAMP:20260406T060334
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
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20161202T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20161202T170000
DTSTAMP:20260406T060334
CREATED:20161017T142331Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20161017T142331Z
UID:10000355-1480694400-1480698000@www.hitchcockcenter.org
SUMMARY:Living Building Tour
DESCRIPTION:Come 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. FREE but please register online. \nAll Fall Tour Dates:\nWednesdays at 12pm – September 14\, 28\, October 19\, November 16\nFridays at 4pm – September 23\, October 7\, November 4\, December 2
URL:https://www.hitchcockcenter.org/event/living-building-tour-3/
LOCATION:Hitchcock Center for the Environment\, 845 West Street\, Amherst\, MA\, 01002
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20161202T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20161202T150000
DTSTAMP:20260406T060334
CREATED:20160715T143537Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20160715T143537Z
UID:10000281-1480683600-1480690800@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-49/
LOCATION:Hitchcock Center for the Environment\, 845 West Street\, Amherst\, MA\, 01002
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20161202T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20161202T113000
DTSTAMP:20260406T060334
CREATED:20160715T143445Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20160715T143445Z
UID:10000280-1480671000-1480678200@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-48/
LOCATION:Hitchcock Center for the Environment\, 845 West Street\, Amherst\, MA\, 01002
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20161201T153000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20161201T173000
DTSTAMP:20260406T060334
CREATED:20160715T200553Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20160715T200553Z
UID:10000321-1480606200-1480613400@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-22/
LOCATION:Hitchcock Center for the Environment\, 845 West Street\, Amherst\, MA\, 01002
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20161130T153000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20161130T173000
DTSTAMP:20260406T060334
CREATED:20160715T205326Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20160715T205326Z
UID:10000335-1480519800-1480527000@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-33/
LOCATION:Hitchcock Center for the Environment\, 845 West Street\, Amherst\, MA\, 01002
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20161129T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20161129T140000
DTSTAMP:20260406T060334
CREATED:20160715T193727Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20160715T193727Z
UID:10000305-1480413600-1480428000@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-9/
LOCATION:Hitchcock Center for the Environment\, 845 West Street\, Amherst\, MA\, 01002
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20161129T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20161129T140000
DTSTAMP:20260406T060334
CREATED:20160715T153059Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20160715T153059Z
UID:10000295-1480413600-1480428000@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-9/
LOCATION:Hitchcock Center for the Environment\, 845 West Street\, Amherst\, MA\, 01002
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20161123T153000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20161123T173000
DTSTAMP:20260406T060334
CREATED:20160715T205232Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20160715T205232Z
UID:10000334-1479915000-1479922200@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-32/
LOCATION:Hitchcock Center for the Environment\, 845 West Street\, Amherst\, MA\, 01002
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20161122T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20161122T140000
DTSTAMP:20260406T060334
CREATED:20160715T193627Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20160715T193627Z
UID:10000304-1479808800-1479823200@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-8/
LOCATION:Hitchcock Center for the Environment\, 845 West Street\, Amherst\, MA\, 01002
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20161122T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20161122T140000
DTSTAMP:20260406T060334
CREATED:20160715T153008Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20160715T153008Z
UID:10000294-1479808800-1479823200@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-8/
LOCATION:Hitchcock Center for the Environment\, 845 West Street\, Amherst\, MA\, 01002
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