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SUMMARY:Volunteer Training
DESCRIPTION:Living Building Docent\nWe are looking to train docents to lead our building tours for the public and special groups. The new building offers an opportunity to use our building as an educational tool to teach about energy efficiency\, rainwater capture\, composting toilets\, non toxic building materials\, etc. We are looking for individuals passionate about green building and comfortable leading and talking to the public. \nBecoming a Living Building Docent requires you take 2 trainings followed by a practice tour and be able to commit to offering two tours a month. \nCurrent Training Dates:\nWednesday\, September 21st 9am – 11am\nWednesday\, October 5th 3pm – 5pm \nLearn more about volunteering here.
URL:https://www.hitchcockcenter.org/event/volunteer-training-2/
LOCATION:Hitchcock Center for the Environment\, 845 West Street\, Amherst\, MA\, 01002
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20161004T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20161004T140000
DTSTAMP:20260405T140722
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LAST-MODIFIED:20160715T193134Z
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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-3/
LOCATION:Hitchcock Center for the Environment\, 845 West Street\, Amherst\, MA\, 01002
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20161004T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20161004T140000
DTSTAMP:20260405T140722
CREATED:20160715T152414Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20160715T152414Z
UID:10000289-1475575200-1475589600@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-3/
LOCATION:Hitchcock Center for the Environment\, 845 West Street\, Amherst\, MA\, 01002
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20161001T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20161001T160000
DTSTAMP:20260405T140722
CREATED:20160817T163329Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20161001T131325Z
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SUMMARY:Grand Opening Celebration!
DESCRIPTION:Grand Opening Celebration!\n845 West Street\, Amherst (**please see locations & times below**)\nSaturday\, October 1\nFREE\nUpdate 10/1: All celebration activities are happening as scheduled\, rain or shine. \nWe welcome you and your family to join us as we premier our new Living Building and launch a new era of environmental education programs. Our grand opening celebration is open to all and will feature: \n****\nIMPORTANT\nEvents begin at 845 West Street at noon. If you would like to come at 10AM to join the parade\, please start with us at 525 South Pleasant Street.\n**** \nSCHEDULE OF ACTIVITIES\nMigration parade • Starting at 10am\nFrom 525 S. Pleasant Street to 845 West Street\n2 1/2 miles • shuttle return available • rain or shine \nOpening ceremony • Starting at 12pm\nAt our new home • 845 West Street (Route 116) \nActivities for the whole family • 12:30–4pm\nChildren’s games & investigations • food truck• ice cream social • building tours • nature walks • meet the animals & more! \nACCESSIBILITY\nWhile the morning migration parade is not accessible\, we currently offer three accessible parking spaces and walkways around the building. Our building supports accessible access throughout. Future trail planing includes accessible access\, but are only roughed in at this point. \nSPANISH LANGUAGE TRANSLATION\nWe will have 3 translators available on site during the grand opening for translation during building tours and nature walks. \nSubscribe to our email list and watch your inbox for more specific details as our Grand Opening Celebration nears! \nNot familiar with our new building yet? Find answers to your questions.
URL:https://www.hitchcockcenter.org/event/grand-opening-celebration/
LOCATION:Hitchcock Center for the Environment\, 845 West Street\, Amherst\, MA\, 01002
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20160930T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20160930T150000
DTSTAMP:20260405T140722
CREATED:20160715T141323Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20160715T142442Z
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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-37/
LOCATION:Hitchcock Center for the Environment\, 845 West Street\, Amherst\, MA\, 01002
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20160930T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20160930T113000
DTSTAMP:20260405T140722
CREATED:20160715T141229Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20160715T142412Z
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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-36/
LOCATION:Hitchcock Center for the Environment\, 845 West Street\, Amherst\, MA\, 01002
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20160929T153000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20160929T173000
DTSTAMP:20260405T140722
CREATED:20160715T195641Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20160715T195641Z
UID:10000313-1475163000-1475170200@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-14/
LOCATION:Hitchcock Center for the Environment\, 845 West Street\, Amherst\, MA\, 01002
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20160928T153000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20160928T173000
DTSTAMP:20260405T140722
CREATED:20160715T204317Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20160715T204317Z
UID:10000326-1475076600-1475083800@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-24/
LOCATION:Hitchcock Center for the Environment\, 845 West Street\, Amherst\, MA\, 01002
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20160927T153000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20160927T170000
DTSTAMP:20260405T140722
CREATED:20160825T143329Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20160825T143329Z
UID:10000348-1474990200-1474995600@www.hitchcockcenter.org
SUMMARY:Volunteer Training
DESCRIPTION:Visitor Center/Reception\nThe Visitor Center will be the heart of our new living building. We are looking for enthusiastic volunteers to greet the public and introduce them to our building and philosophy\, as well as orient them to our programs\, trails\, gardens\, and exhibits\, etc. This will also include sharing the live animals\, answering the phones\, administrative tasks and helping to maintain the tidiness of the space. We are looking for a weekly shift commitment and participation in a volunteer training. \nCurrent Training Dates :\nWednesday\, September 7th 10am-11:30am\nFriday\, September 9th 1pm-2:30pm\nTuesday\, September 27th 3:30pm-5pm\nThursday\, October 20th 10am – 11:30am \nLearn more about volunteering here.
URL:https://www.hitchcockcenter.org/event/volunteer-training-5/
LOCATION:Hitchcock Center for the Environment\, 845 West Street\, Amherst\, MA\, 01002
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20160927T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20160927T140000
DTSTAMP:20260405T140722
CREATED:20160715T193929Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20160715T194306Z
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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/
LOCATION:Hitchcock Center for the Environment\, 845 West Street\, Amherst\, MA\, 01002
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20160923T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20160923T150000
DTSTAMP:20260405T140722
CREATED:20160715T141115Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20160715T142341Z
UID:10000267-1474635600-1474642800@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-35/
LOCATION:Hitchcock Center for the Environment\, 845 West Street\, Amherst\, MA\, 01002
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20160923T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20160923T113000
DTSTAMP:20260405T140722
CREATED:20160715T140953Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20160715T142303Z
UID:10000266-1474623000-1474630200@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-34/
LOCATION:Hitchcock Center for the Environment\, 845 West Street\, Amherst\, MA\, 01002
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20160922T153000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20160922T173000
DTSTAMP:20260405T140722
CREATED:20160715T195543Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20160715T195543Z
UID:10000312-1474558200-1474565400@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-13/
LOCATION:Hitchcock Center for the Environment\, 845 West Street\, Amherst\, MA\, 01002
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20160921T133000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20160921T173000
DTSTAMP:20260405T140722
CREATED:20160715T204218Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20160715T204218Z
UID:10000325-1474464600-1474479000@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-23/
LOCATION:Hitchcock Center for the Environment\, 845 West Street\, Amherst\, MA\, 01002
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20160921T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20160921T110000
DTSTAMP:20260405T140722
CREATED:20160825T142912Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20160825T142912Z
UID:10000344-1474448400-1474455600@www.hitchcockcenter.org
SUMMARY:Volunteer Training
DESCRIPTION:Living Building Docent\nWe are looking to train docents to lead our building tours for the public and special groups. The new building offers an opportunity to use our building as an educational tool to teach about energy efficiency\, rainwater capture\, composting toilets\, non toxic building materials\, etc. We are looking for individuals passionate about green building and comfortable leading and talking to the public. \nBecoming a Living Building Docent requires you take 2 trainings followed by a practice tour and be able to commit to offering two tours a month. \nCurrent Training Dates:\nWednesday\, September 21st 9am – 11am\nWednesday\, October 5th 3pm – 5pm \nLearn more about volunteering here.
URL:https://www.hitchcockcenter.org/event/volunteer-training/
LOCATION:Hitchcock Center for the Environment\, 845 West Street\, Amherst\, MA\, 01002
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20160920T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20160920T140000
DTSTAMP:20260405T140722
CREATED:20160715T193035Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20160715T193035Z
UID:10000298-1474365600-1474380000@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-2/
LOCATION:Hitchcock Center for the Environment\, 845 West Street\, Amherst\, MA\, 01002
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20160920T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20160920T140000
DTSTAMP:20260405T140722
CREATED:20160715T145011Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20160715T151029Z
UID:10000288-1474365600-1474380000@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-2/
LOCATION:Hitchcock Center for the Environment\, 845 West Street\, Amherst\, MA\, 01002
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20160917T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20160917T180000
DTSTAMP:20260405T140722
CREATED:20160817T185844Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20160902T130013Z
UID:10000341-1474128000-1474135200@www.hitchcockcenter.org
SUMMARY:Monarch Tagging
DESCRIPTION:with Jennifer Unkles\n\nWednesday\, September 14\, 4-6pm\nSaturday\, September 17\, 4-6pm (after Caterpillar Lab)\nFREE\, but registration appreciated\nIt’s time to tag monarchs before they head south to the overwintering grounds in Mexico. Join Hitchcock Educator Jennifer Unkles who has been tagging monarchs since 1997\, to learn about the monarch’s life cycle\, their epic annual migration\, how the tagging program works\, and tag any monarchs you’re able to catch and release! Bring your family and bring the kids for this hands-on citizen science tradition!
URL:https://www.hitchcockcenter.org/event/monarch-tagging-4/
LOCATION:Hitchcock Center for the Environment\, 845 West Street\, Amherst\, MA\, 01002
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20160917T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20160917T160000
DTSTAMP:20260405T140722
CREATED:20160817T190203Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20160817T190203Z
UID:10000343-1474117200-1474128000@www.hitchcockcenter.org
SUMMARY:Caterpillar Lab
DESCRIPTION:Join the folks from the Caterpillar Lab in Keene\, New Hampshire\, to see their collection of butterfly and moth caterpillars. They’ll display them on tables in our classroom for all to see up close. You’ll observe cool camouflage\, warning coloration\, spikey spines\, horns and false eyes! And you might even smell some new smells!  Each larva will be eating its specific host food plant. And you’ll see photos of the butterflies and moths that emerge from these curious\, crawling critters! The variety of amazing adaptations will inspire you about the diversity of life on the planet. If you haven’t already experienced this impressive display\, you’re in for a treat. Bring your family\, friends and other teachers!
URL:https://www.hitchcockcenter.org/event/caterpillar-lab/
LOCATION:Hitchcock Center for the Environment\, 845 West Street\, Amherst\, MA\, 01002
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20160917T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20160917T160000
DTSTAMP:20260405T140722
CREATED:20160817T190051Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20160819T132611Z
UID:10000342-1474117200-1474128000@www.hitchcockcenter.org
SUMMARY:Open House for Teachers
DESCRIPTION:You are invited to join Hitchcock Center educators and staff for an Open House at the Center’s new “Living” building on September 17\, 2016\, from 1:00-4:00PM. This is your chance to see our new one-of-a-kind educator! This event and all activities are free and open to families\, children\, and friends. Come join us at 845 West St. in Amherst!\n\n\nPlease join us to:\n\nTour our new Living Building and trails – tours at 2:00 & 3:00\nLearn about new school programs – presented at 1:30 & 2:30\nChat with Hitchcock educators about your school program wants and needs\nExperience the Caterpillar Lab – 1:00-4:00\nJoin citizen science monarch tagging – 4:00
URL:https://www.hitchcockcenter.org/event/open-house-for-teachers/
LOCATION:Hitchcock Center for the Environment\, 845 West Street\, Amherst\, MA\, 01002
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20160915T153000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20160915T173000
DTSTAMP:20260405T140722
CREATED:20160715T195439Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20160715T195439Z
UID:10000311-1473953400-1473960600@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-12/
LOCATION:Hitchcock Center for the Environment\, 845 West Street\, Amherst\, MA\, 01002
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20160914T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20160914T180000
DTSTAMP:20260405T140722
CREATED:20160817T185725Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20160902T125853Z
UID:10000340-1473868800-1473876000@www.hitchcockcenter.org
SUMMARY:Monarch Tagging
DESCRIPTION:with Jennifer Unkles\n\nWednesday\, September 14\, 4-6pm OR\nSaturday\, September 17\, 4pm (after Caterpillar Lab)\nFREE\, but registration appreciated\nIt’s time to tag monarchs before they head south to the overwintering grounds in Mexico. Join Hitchcock Educator Jennifer Unkles who has been tagging monarchs since 1997\, to learn about the monarch’s life cycle\, their epic annual migration\, how the tagging program works\, and tag any monarchs you’re able to catch and release! Bring your family and bring the kids for this hands-on citizen science tradition!
URL:https://www.hitchcockcenter.org/event/monarch-tagging-3/
LOCATION:Hitchcock Center for the Environment\, 845 West Street\, Amherst\, MA\, 01002
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20160914T153000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20160914T173000
DTSTAMP:20260405T140722
CREATED:20160715T204101Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20160715T204101Z
UID:10000324-1473867000-1473874200@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-22/
LOCATION:Hitchcock Center for the Environment\, 845 West Street\, Amherst\, MA\, 01002
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20160913T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20160913T140000
DTSTAMP:20260405T140722
CREATED:20160715T192937Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20160715T192937Z
UID:10000297-1473760800-1473775200@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/
LOCATION:Hitchcock Center for the Environment\, 845 West Street\, Amherst\, MA\, 01002
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20160913T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20160913T140000
DTSTAMP:20260405T140722
CREATED:20160715T144908Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20160715T145546Z
UID:10000287-1473760800-1473775200@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/
LOCATION:Hitchcock Center for the Environment\, 845 West Street\, Amherst\, MA\, 01002
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20160909T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20160909T143000
DTSTAMP:20260405T140722
CREATED:20160825T143236Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20160825T143236Z
UID:10000347-1473426000-1473431400@www.hitchcockcenter.org
SUMMARY:Volunteer Training
DESCRIPTION:Visitor Center/Reception\nThe Visitor Center will be the heart of our new living building. We are looking for enthusiastic volunteers to greet the public and introduce them to our building and philosophy\, as well as orient them to our programs\, trails\, gardens\, and exhibits\, etc. This will also include sharing the live animals\, answering the phones\, administrative tasks and helping to maintain the tidiness of the space. We are looking for a weekly shift commitment and participation in a volunteer training. \nCurrent Training Dates :\nWednesday\, September 7th 10am-11:30am\nFriday\, September 9th 1pm-2:30pm\nTuesday\, September 27th 3:30pm-5pm\nThursday\, October 20th 10am – 11:30am \nLearn more about volunteering here.
URL:https://www.hitchcockcenter.org/event/volunteer-training-4/
LOCATION:Hitchcock Center for the Environment\, 845 West Street\, Amherst\, MA\, 01002
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20160907T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20160907T113000
DTSTAMP:20260405T140722
CREATED:20160825T143136Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20160825T143136Z
UID:10000346-1473242400-1473247800@www.hitchcockcenter.org
SUMMARY:Volunteer Training
DESCRIPTION:Visitor Center/Reception\nThe Visitor Center will be the heart of our new living building. We are looking for enthusiastic volunteers to greet the public and introduce them to our building and philosophy\, as well as orient them to our programs\, trails\, gardens\, and exhibits\, etc. This will also include sharing the live animals\, answering the phones\, administrative tasks and helping to maintain the tidiness of the space. We are looking for a weekly shift commitment and participation in a volunteer training. \nCurrent Training Dates :\nWednesday\, September 7th 10am-11:30am\nFriday\, September 9th 1pm-2:30pm\nTuesday\, September 27th 3:30pm-5pm\nThursday\, October 20th 10am – 11:30am \nLearn more about volunteering here.
URL:https://www.hitchcockcenter.org/event/volunteer-training-3/
LOCATION:Hitchcock Center for the Environment\, 845 West Street\, Amherst\, MA\, 01002
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20160715T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20160715T150000
DTSTAMP:20260405T140722
CREATED:20160715T143147Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20160715T143147Z
UID:10000277-1468587600-1468594800@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-45/
LOCATION:Hitchcock Center for the Environment\, 845 West Street\, Amherst\, MA\, 01002
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20160607T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20160607T140000
DTSTAMP:20260405T140722
CREATED:20151120T203824Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20151120T203824Z
UID:10000200-1465293600-1465308000@www.hitchcockcenter.org
SUMMARY:Homeschool II: Understanding Animal Behavior
DESCRIPTION:Patrick O’Roark\, Hitchcock educator\nAges 9-12\nTuesdays\, 10:00am-2:00pm\n9 classes – March 22\, 29\, April 12\, 26\, May 10\, 17\, 24\, 31\, June 7\n*No class April 5\, 20 or May 3\nMembers: $375/Non-members: $404 \nHave you ever wondered why animals act the way they do\, or what they are thinking? Why do coyotes howl at night? Is the cardinal pecking my window because it’s angry? Do the two crayfish you caught like each other? During this spring’s Homeschool II class we’ll be exploring these and many other questions about the inner lives of the animals around us. We’ll practice scientific observation and experimentation\, with both the animals that live with us here at the Hitchcock Center and the wildlife that shares our neighborhood. We will focus on looking at each animal (including people!) as a living thing with unique needs and characteristics that influence how it acts and how we can best respect and care for it. Through outdoor study\, field trips\, art projects and games together we will all become educated animal observers and advocates. \nOnline registration opens January 14. 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/homeschool-ii-understanding-animal-behavior-9/
LOCATION:Hitchcock Center for the Environment\, 845 West Street\, Amherst\, MA\, 01002
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20160607T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20160607T140000
DTSTAMP:20260405T140722
CREATED:20151120T201853Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20151120T201853Z
UID:10000191-1465293600-1465308000@www.hitchcockcenter.org
SUMMARY:Homeschool I: Nature's Superheroes
DESCRIPTION:Jeff Mazur and Hannah French\, Hitchcock educators\nAges 6-8\nTuesdays\, 10:00am-2:00pm\n9 classes – March 22\, 29\, April 12\, 26\, May 10\, 17\, 24\, 31\, June 7\n*No class April 5\, 20 or May 3\nMembers: $375/Non-members: $404 \nIs it a bird? Is it a plane? It’s a nature superhero! In Homeschool I this spring we will learn about superheroes of survival in nature. We’ll explore super senses\, and learn how sight\, hearing\, and smell are used to capture prey and avoid detection. We’ll discover special powers including poisons\, prickles\, and pollination. Through outdoor activities\, games\, observation\, field trips\, and art projects\, we will encounter ordinary superheroes with extraordinary adaptations! We might even unmask some of our own superpowers in the process. \nOnline registration opens January 14. Limited 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-natures-superheroes-9/
LOCATION:Hitchcock Center for the Environment\, 845 West Street\, Amherst\, MA\, 01002
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