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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-6/
LOCATION:Hitchcock Center for the Environment\, 845 West Street\, Amherst\, MA\, 01002
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20160517T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20160517T140000
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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-6/
LOCATION:Hitchcock Center for the Environment\, 845 West Street\, Amherst\, MA\, 01002
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20160513T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20160513T150000
DTSTAMP:20260405T185904
CREATED:20151119T165259Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20151119T165259Z
UID:10000159-1463144400-1463151600@www.hitchcockcenter.org
SUMMARY:Nature Discovery Preschool
DESCRIPTION:Colleen Kelley\, Hitchcock Center Educator\nAges 3-5 (adult required to attend with child)\nFridays\, March 25\, April 1\, 8\, 15\, 29\, May 6\, 13\, 20\, 27\, June 3 (No class 4/22)\nAfternoon session: 1:00pm-3:00pm\nMembers: $205/Non-members: $225 \nWe will head in to spring in full flight! Children and their adult companions will explore the world of birds through movement\, songs\, crafts and live animal observations.  We will investigate what makes a bird a bird\, bird adaptations\, bird language and much more. By the end of our time together we will be amateur ornithologists! \nAdult is required to attend with each child. Online registration opens January 14. Limited to 12 families per session. Non-refundable within a week of the program\, all refunds incur a 10% administrative fee.
URL:https://www.hitchcockcenter.org/event/nature-discovery-preschool-31/
LOCATION:Hitchcock Center for the Environment\, 845 West Street\, Amherst\, MA\, 01002
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20160513T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20160513T113000
DTSTAMP:20260405T185904
CREATED:20151119T162900Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20151119T162900Z
UID:10000149-1463131800-1463139000@www.hitchcockcenter.org
SUMMARY:Nature Discovery Preschool
DESCRIPTION:Colleen Kelley\, Hitchcock Center Educator\nAges 3-5 (adult required to attend with child)\nFridays\, March 25\, April 1\, 8\, 15\, 29\, May 6\, 13\, 20\, 27\, June 3 (No class 4/22)\nMorning session: 9:30am-11:30 am\nMembers: $205/Non-members: $225 \nWe will head in to spring in full flight! Children and their adult companions will explore the world of birds through movement\, songs\, crafts and live animal observations.  We will investigate what makes a bird a bird\, bird adaptations\, bird language and much more. By the end of our time together we will be amateur ornithologists! \nAdult is required to attend with each child. Online registration opens January 14. Limited to 12 families per session. Non-refundable within a week of the program\, all refunds incur a 10% administrative fee.
URL:https://www.hitchcockcenter.org/event/nature-discovery-preschool-21/
LOCATION:Hitchcock Center for the Environment\, 845 West Street\, Amherst\, MA\, 01002
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20160510T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20160510T140000
DTSTAMP:20260405T185904
CREATED:20151120T203354Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20151120T203354Z
UID:10000196-1462874400-1462888800@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-5/
LOCATION:Hitchcock Center for the Environment\, 845 West Street\, Amherst\, MA\, 01002
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CREATED:20151120T201412Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20151120T201412Z
UID:10000187-1462874400-1462888800@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-5/
LOCATION:Hitchcock Center for the Environment\, 845 West Street\, Amherst\, MA\, 01002
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20160506T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20160506T150000
DTSTAMP:20260405T185904
CREATED:20151119T164912Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20151119T164912Z
UID:10000156-1462539600-1462546800@www.hitchcockcenter.org
SUMMARY:Nature Discovery Preschool
DESCRIPTION:Colleen Kelley\, Hitchcock Center Educator\nAges 3-5 (adult required to attend with child)\nFridays\, March 25\, April 1\, 8\, 15\, 29\, May 6\, 13\, 20\, 27\, June 3 (No class 4/22)\nAfternoon session: 1:00pm-3:00pm\nMembers: $205/Non-members: $225 \nWe will head in to spring in full flight! Children and their adult companions will explore the world of birds through movement\, songs\, crafts and live animal observations.  We will investigate what makes a bird a bird\, bird adaptations\, bird language and much more. By the end of our time together we will be amateur ornithologists! \nAdult is required to attend with each child. Online registration opens January 14. Limited to 12 families per session. Non-refundable within a week of the program\, all refunds incur a 10% administrative fee.
URL:https://www.hitchcockcenter.org/event/nature-discovery-preschool-28/
LOCATION:Hitchcock Center for the Environment\, 845 West Street\, Amherst\, MA\, 01002
END:VEVENT
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20160506T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20160506T113000
DTSTAMP:20260405T185904
CREATED:20151119T162732Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20151119T162732Z
UID:10000148-1462527000-1462534200@www.hitchcockcenter.org
SUMMARY:Nature Discovery Preschool
DESCRIPTION:Colleen Kelley\, Hitchcock Center Educator\nAges 3-5 (adult required to attend with child)\nFridays\, March 25\, April 1\, 8\, 15\, 29\, May 6\, 13\, 20\, 27\, June 3 (No class 4/22)\nMorning session: 9:30am-11:30 am\nMembers: $205/Non-members: $225 \nWe will head in to spring in full flight! Children and their adult companions will explore the world of birds through movement\, songs\, crafts and live animal observations.  We will investigate what makes a bird a bird\, bird adaptations\, bird language and much more. By the end of our time together we will be amateur ornithologists! \nAdult is required to attend with each child. Online registration opens January 14. Limited to 12 families per session. Non-refundable within a week of the program\, all refunds incur a 10% administrative fee.
URL:https://www.hitchcockcenter.org/event/nature-discovery-preschool-20/
LOCATION:Hitchcock Center for the Environment\, 845 West Street\, Amherst\, MA\, 01002
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20160505T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20160505T203000
DTSTAMP:20260405T185904
CREATED:20160212T165755Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20160212T165755Z
UID:10000239-1462474800-1462480200@www.hitchcockcenter.org
SUMMARY:Understanding Residential Solar Options
DESCRIPTION:Sally Pick\, SJP Environmental Consulting\nThursday\, May 5\, 7pm\nThinking about solar power (PV) for your home but not sure where to start\, what it costs and what incentives are available? In this workshop\, Sally Pick\, an area home energy consultant who served as the solar coach for Solarize Montague\, will cover the basics of how solar works\, what it requires\, its economics\, and the pros and cons of owning versus having third-party ownership of your PV system (aka leasing or Power Purchase Agreements). Sally will talk about the current incentives for purchasing solar PV that reduce the upfront cost\, the newly launched low-interest MA Solar Loan program that makes buying solar more affordable\, and community shared solar\, an option for renters and homeowners who want solar power but do not have a good site for PV on their property. FREE but space is limited\, please call to register
URL:https://www.hitchcockcenter.org/event/understanding-residential-solar-options/
LOCATION:Hitchcock Center for the Environment\, 845 West Street\, Amherst\, MA\, 01002
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20160503T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20160503T140000
DTSTAMP:20260405T185904
CREATED:20151215T173651Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20151215T173651Z
UID:10000209-1462269600-1462284000@www.hitchcockcenter.org
SUMMARY:Homeschool Discovery Day: Mountains & Valleys
DESCRIPTION:Jeff Mazur and Hannah French\, Hitchcock Center educators\nTuesdays 10:00am-2:00pm\nAges 6-12\nMembers: $42 per program /Non-members: $46 per program \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 fall. All programs begin and end at the Hitchcock Center\, even on field trip days. 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. Online registration opens December 10\, 2015. \nMay 3\nMountains and Valleys*\nWhere do mountains come from? On today’s expedition\, we’ll visit Mt Holyoke at Skinner State Park and find out how it got there! Through game\, song\, and exploration we’ll become rock cycle experts and unearth the history of the Pioneer Valley.\n*Field trip day \nThis is designed as a drop-off program\, although the occasional parents and younger siblings stay as long as disruptions are kept to a minimum. Online registration opens December 10\, 2015. Limited to 12 participants per program. Non-refundable within a week of the program\, all refunds incur a 10% administrative fee.
URL:https://www.hitchcockcenter.org/event/homeschool-discovery-day-mountains-valleys/
LOCATION:Hitchcock Center for the Environment\, 845 West Street\, Amherst\, MA\, 01002
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20160503T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20160503T140000
DTSTAMP:20260405T185904
CREATED:20151119T215348Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20151119T215348Z
UID:10000167-1462269600-1462284000@www.hitchcockcenter.org
SUMMARY:
DESCRIPTION:Jeff Mazur and Hannah French\, Hitchcock Center educators\nTuesdays 10:00am-2:00pm\nAges 6-12\nMembers: $42 per program /Non-members: $46 per program \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 fall. All programs begin and end at the Hitchcock Center\, even on field trip days. \nMay 3\nMountains and Valleys*\nWhere do mountains come from? On today’s expedition\, we’ll visit Mt Holyoke at Skinner State Park and find out how it got there! Through game\, song\, and exploration we’ll become rock cycle experts and unearth the history of the Pioneer Valley.\n*Field trip day \nThis is designed as a drop-off program\, although the occasional parents and younger siblings stay as long as disruptions are kept to a minimum. Online registration opens December 10\, 2015. Limited to 12 participants per program. Non-refundable within a week of the program\, all refunds incur a 10% administrative fee.
URL:https://www.hitchcockcenter.org/event/4312/
LOCATION:Hitchcock Center for the Environment\, 845 West Street\, Amherst\, MA\, 01002
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20160429T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20160429T150000
DTSTAMP:20260405T185904
CREATED:20151119T165141Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20151119T165141Z
UID:10000158-1461934800-1461942000@www.hitchcockcenter.org
SUMMARY:Nature Discovery Preschool
DESCRIPTION:Colleen Kelley\, Hitchcock Center Educator\nAges 3-5 (adult required to attend with child)\nFridays\, March 25\, April 1\, 8\, 15\, 29\, May 6\, 13\, 20\, 27\, June 3 (No class 4/22)\nAfternoon session: 1:00pm-3:00pm\nMembers: $205/Non-members: $225 \nWe will head in to spring in full flight! Children and their adult companions will explore the world of birds through movement\, songs\, crafts and live animal observations.  We will investigate what makes a bird a bird\, bird adaptations\, bird language and much more. By the end of our time together we will be amateur ornithologists! \nAdult is required to attend with each child. Online registration opens January 14. Limited to 12 families per session. Non-refundable within a week of the program\, all refunds incur a 10% administrative fee.
URL:https://www.hitchcockcenter.org/event/nature-discovery-preschool-30/
LOCATION:Hitchcock Center for the Environment\, 845 West Street\, Amherst\, MA\, 01002
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20160429T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20160429T113000
DTSTAMP:20260405T185904
CREATED:20151119T162135Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20151119T162135Z
UID:10000147-1461922200-1461929400@www.hitchcockcenter.org
SUMMARY:Nature Discovery Preschool
DESCRIPTION:Colleen Kelley\, Hitchcock Center Educator\nAges 3-5 (adult required to attend with child)\nFridays\, March 25\, April 1\, 8\, 15\, 29\, May 6\, 13\, 20\, 27\, June 3 (No class 4/22)\nMorning session: 9:30am-11:30 am\nMembers: $205/Non-members: $225 \nWe will head in to spring in full flight! Children and their adult companions will explore the world of birds through movement\, songs\, crafts and live animal observations.  We will investigate what makes a bird a bird\, bird adaptations\, bird language and much more. By the end of our time together we will be amateur ornithologists! \nAdult is required to attend with each child. Online registration opens January 14. Limited to 12 families per session. Non-refundable within a week of the program\, all refunds incur a 10% administrative fee.
URL:https://www.hitchcockcenter.org/event/nature-discovery-preschool-19/
LOCATION:Hitchcock Center for the Environment\, 845 West Street\, Amherst\, MA\, 01002
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20160426T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20160426T140000
DTSTAMP:20260405T185904
CREATED:20151120T203249Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20151120T203249Z
UID:10000195-1461664800-1461679200@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-4/
LOCATION:Hitchcock Center for the Environment\, 845 West Street\, Amherst\, MA\, 01002
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20160426T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20160426T140000
DTSTAMP:20260405T185904
CREATED:20151120T200800Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20151120T200800Z
UID:10000186-1461664800-1461679200@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-4/
LOCATION:Hitchcock Center for the Environment\, 845 West Street\, Amherst\, MA\, 01002
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20160422T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20160422T150000
DTSTAMP:20260405T185904
CREATED:20151119T154126Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20151119T154126Z
UID:10000141-1461313800-1461337200@www.hitchcockcenter.org
SUMMARY:Spring Vacation Camp
DESCRIPTION:Ages 6-10\, Grades K-4\nMonday through Friday\, April 18-22\n8:30am-3:00pm daily\nMembers: $60 per day/Non-members: $70 per day \nSpend your days off from school learning and playing outside at the Hitchcock Center! We’ll explore topics in winter ecology while playing games\, making crafts and spending time with our live animals. Sign up for as many days as you wish. \nOnline registration opens December 10. Space is limited. Non-refundable within a week of the program\, all refunds incur a 10% administrative fee.
URL:https://www.hitchcockcenter.org/event/spring-vacation-camp-5/
LOCATION:Hitchcock Center for the Environment\, 845 West Street\, Amherst\, MA\, 01002
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20160421T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20160421T150000
DTSTAMP:20260405T185904
CREATED:20151119T154029Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20151119T154029Z
UID:10000140-1461227400-1461250800@www.hitchcockcenter.org
SUMMARY:Spring Vacation Camp
DESCRIPTION:Ages 6-10\, Grades K-4\nMonday through Friday\, April 18-22\n8:30am-3:00pm daily\nMembers: $60 per day/Non-members: $70 per day \nSpend your days off from school learning and playing outside at the Hitchcock Center! We’ll explore topics in winter ecology while playing games\, making crafts and spending time with our live animals. Sign up for as many days as you wish. \nOnline registration opens December 10. Space is limited. Non-refundable within a week of the program\, all refunds incur a 10% administrative fee.
URL:https://www.hitchcockcenter.org/event/spring-vacation-camp-4/
LOCATION:Hitchcock Center for the Environment\, 845 West Street\, Amherst\, MA\, 01002
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20160420T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20160420T150000
DTSTAMP:20260405T185904
CREATED:20151119T153928Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20151119T153928Z
UID:10000139-1461141000-1461164400@www.hitchcockcenter.org
SUMMARY:Spring Vacation Camp
DESCRIPTION:Ages 6-10\, Grades K-4\nMonday through Friday\, April 18-22\n8:30am-3:00pm daily\nMembers: $60 per day/Non-members: $70 per day \nSpend your days off from school learning and playing outside at the Hitchcock Center! We’ll explore topics in winter ecology while playing games\, making crafts and spending time with our live animals. Sign up for as many days as you wish. \nOnline registration opens December 10. Space is limited. Non-refundable within a week of the program\, all refunds incur a 10% administrative fee.
URL:https://www.hitchcockcenter.org/event/spring-vacation-camp-3/
LOCATION:Hitchcock Center for the Environment\, 845 West Street\, Amherst\, MA\, 01002
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20160419T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20160419T150000
DTSTAMP:20260405T185904
CREATED:20151119T153800Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20151119T153800Z
UID:10000138-1461054600-1461078000@www.hitchcockcenter.org
SUMMARY:Spring Vacation Camp
DESCRIPTION:Ages 6-10\, Grades K-4\nMonday through Friday\, April 18-22\n8:30am-3:00pm daily\nMembers: $60 per day/Non-members: $70 per day \nSpend your days off from school learning and playing outside at the Hitchcock Center! We’ll explore topics in winter ecology while playing games\, making crafts and spending time with our live animals. Sign up for as many days as you wish. \nOnline registration opens December 10. Space is limited. Non-refundable within a week of the program\, all refunds incur a 10% administrative fee.
URL:https://www.hitchcockcenter.org/event/spring-vacation-camp-2/
LOCATION:Hitchcock Center for the Environment\, 845 West Street\, Amherst\, MA\, 01002
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20160418T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20160418T150000
DTSTAMP:20260405T185904
CREATED:20151119T153613Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20151119T153613Z
UID:10000137-1460968200-1460991600@www.hitchcockcenter.org
SUMMARY:Spring Vacation Camp
DESCRIPTION:Ages 6-10\, Grades K-4\nMonday through Friday\, April 18-22\n8:30am-3:00pm daily\nMembers: $60 per day/Non-members: $70 per day \nSpend your days off from school learning and playing outside at the Hitchcock Center! We’ll explore topics in winter ecology while playing games\, making crafts and spending time with our live animals. Sign up for as many days as you wish. \nOnline registration opens December 10. Space is limited. Non-refundable within a week of the program\, all refunds incur a 10% administrative fee.
URL:https://www.hitchcockcenter.org/event/spring-vacation-camp/
LOCATION:Hitchcock Center for the Environment\, 845 West Street\, Amherst\, MA\, 01002
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20160415T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20160415T150000
DTSTAMP:20260405T185904
CREATED:20151119T165024Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20151119T165024Z
UID:10000157-1460725200-1460732400@www.hitchcockcenter.org
SUMMARY:Nature Discovery Preschool
DESCRIPTION:Colleen Kelley\, Hitchcock Center Educator\nAges 3-5 (adult required to attend with child)\nFridays\, March 25\, April 1\, 8\, 15\, 29\, May 6\, 13\, 20\, 27\, June 3 (No class 4/22)\nAfternoon session: 1:00pm-3:00pm\nMembers: $205/Non-members: $225 \nWe will head in to spring in full flight! Children and their adult companions will explore the world of birds through movement\, songs\, crafts and live animal observations.  We will investigate what makes a bird a bird\, bird adaptations\, bird language and much more. By the end of our time together we will be amateur ornithologists! \nAdult is required to attend with each child. Online registration opens January 14. Limited to 12 families per session. Non-refundable within a week of the program\, all refunds incur a 10% administrative fee.
URL:https://www.hitchcockcenter.org/event/nature-discovery-preschool-29/
LOCATION:Hitchcock Center for the Environment\, 845 West Street\, Amherst\, MA\, 01002
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20160415T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20160415T113000
DTSTAMP:20260405T185904
CREATED:20151119T162001Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20151119T162001Z
UID:10000146-1460712600-1460719800@www.hitchcockcenter.org
SUMMARY:Nature Discovery Preschool
DESCRIPTION:Colleen Kelley\, Hitchcock Center Educator\nAges 3-5 (adult required to attend with child)\nFridays\, March 25\, April 1\, 8\, 15\, 29\, May 6\, 13\, 20\, 27\, June 3 (No class 4/22)\nMorning session: 9:30am-11:30 am\nMembers: $205/Non-members: $225 \nWe will head in to spring in full flight! Children and their adult companions will explore the world of birds through movement\, songs\, crafts and live animal observations.  We will investigate what makes a bird a bird\, bird adaptations\, bird language and much more. By the end of our time together we will be amateur ornithologists! \nAdult is required to attend with each child. Online registration opens January 14. Limited to 12 families per session. Non-refundable within a week of the program\, all refunds incur a 10% administrative fee.
URL:https://www.hitchcockcenter.org/event/nature-discovery-preschool-18/
LOCATION:Hitchcock Center for the Environment\, 845 West Street\, Amherst\, MA\, 01002
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20160414T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20160414T203000
DTSTAMP:20260405T185904
CREATED:20160212T170119Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20160212T170119Z
UID:10000242-1460660400-1460665800@www.hitchcockcenter.org
SUMMARY:Net Zero Water and the Living Building Challenge 
DESCRIPTION:Chris Chamberland\, Civil Engineer Berkshire Design\nThursday\, April 14\, 7pm\nThe new Hitchcock Center for the Environment and its future neighbor\, Hampshire College’s Kern Center\, will soon meet the ambitious goal of net zero water. Chris Chamberland\, the civil engineer for both projects\, will take a deep dive into the systems that allow these buildings to capture rainfall for drinking water as well as treat their own wastewater on-site. He will explore the technical and regulatory challenges faced by the project team\, and will highlight the ways in which these systems mimic not just traditional water systems\, but also the natural systems found just outside the doors of these new buildings. FREE but space is limited\, please call to register
URL:https://www.hitchcockcenter.org/event/net-zero-water-and-the-living-building-challenge/
LOCATION:Hitchcock Center for the Environment\, 845 West Street\, Amherst\, MA\, 01002
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20160412T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20160412T140000
DTSTAMP:20260405T185904
CREATED:20151120T203124Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20151120T203124Z
UID:10000194-1460455200-1460469600@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-3/
LOCATION:Hitchcock Center for the Environment\, 845 West Street\, Amherst\, MA\, 01002
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20160412T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20160412T140000
DTSTAMP:20260405T185904
CREATED:20151120T200654Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20151120T200654Z
UID:10000185-1460455200-1460469600@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-3/
LOCATION:Hitchcock Center for the Environment\, 845 West Street\, Amherst\, MA\, 01002
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20160408T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20160408T150000
DTSTAMP:20260405T185904
CREATED:20151119T164641Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20151119T164748Z
UID:10000155-1460120400-1460127600@www.hitchcockcenter.org
SUMMARY:Nature Discovery Preschool
DESCRIPTION:Colleen Kelley\, Hitchcock Center Educator\nAges 3-5 (adult required to attend with child)\nFridays\, March 25\, April 1\, 8\, 15\, 29\, May 6\, 13\, 20\, 27\, June 3 (No class 4/22)\nAfternoon session: 1:00pm-3:00pm\nMembers: $205/Non-members: $225 \nWe will head in to spring in full flight! Children and their adult companions will explore the world of birds through movement\, songs\, crafts and live animal observations.  We will investigate what makes a bird a bird\, bird adaptations\, bird language and much more. By the end of our time together we will be amateur ornithologists! \nAdult is required to attend with each child. Online registration opens January 14. Limited to 12 families per session. Non-refundable within a week of the program\, all refunds incur a 10% administrative fee.
URL:https://www.hitchcockcenter.org/event/nature-discovery-preschool-27/
LOCATION:Hitchcock Center for the Environment\, 845 West Street\, Amherst\, MA\, 01002
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20160408T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20160408T113000
DTSTAMP:20260405T185904
CREATED:20151119T161840Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20151119T161840Z
UID:10000145-1460107800-1460115000@www.hitchcockcenter.org
SUMMARY:Nature Discovery Preschool
DESCRIPTION:Colleen Kelley\, Hitchcock Center Educator\nAges 3-5 (adult required to attend with child)\nFridays\, March 25\, April 1\, 8\, 15\, 29\, May 6\, 13\, 20\, 27\, June 3 (No class 4/22)\nMorning session: 9:30am-11:30 am\nMembers: $205/Non-members: $225 \nWe will head in to spring in full flight! Children and their adult companions will explore the world of birds through movement\, songs\, crafts and live animal observations.  We will investigate what makes a bird a bird\, bird adaptations\, bird language and much more. By the end of our time together we will be amateur ornithologists! \nAdult is required to attend with each child. Online registration opens January 14. Limited to 12 families per session. Non-refundable within a week of the program\, all refunds incur a 10% administrative fee.
URL:https://www.hitchcockcenter.org/event/nature-discovery-preschool-17/
LOCATION:Hitchcock Center for the Environment\, 845 West Street\, Amherst\, MA\, 01002
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20160407T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20160407T203000
DTSTAMP:20260405T185904
CREATED:20160212T165443Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20160322T174230Z
UID:10000236-1460055600-1460061000@www.hitchcockcenter.org
SUMMARY:Steps to Solar & a Greener Home - Workshop Series
DESCRIPTION:Sally Pick\, SJP Environmental Consulting   CANCELLED\nThursdays\, March 24\, 31\, & April 7\, 7-8:30pm\nThinking about solar? Want to know how to make your home cozy\, reduce energy wasted from heat and electricity losses\, and eliminate drafty spots\, all while lowering your home’s carbon emissions? In this 3 part workshop Sally Pick\, who consults with homeowners exploring energy upgrades\, will provide an overview of renewables like solar and energy efficiency options\, from simple fixes like insulation to more complex efficient heating systems. You’ll learn about incentives\, rebates\, local and state energy-reduction programs\, and low-cost loans for affordable energy upgrades. With Sally’s guidance\, participants will develop initial steps and goals toward reducing their home energy use and will be encouraged to follow through with their plan over the three workshop sessions. Say good-bye to ice dams\, frozen pipes\, big heat losses\, and drafts\, and hello to greener living in a more comfortable\, healthier\, energy-saving home in all seasons!
URL:https://www.hitchcockcenter.org/event/steps-to-solar-a-greener-home-workshop-series-3/
LOCATION:Hitchcock Center for the Environment\, 845 West Street\, Amherst\, MA\, 01002
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20160405T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20160405T140000
DTSTAMP:20260405T185904
CREATED:20151119T215203Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20151119T215203Z
UID:10000166-1459850400-1459864800@www.hitchcockcenter.org
SUMMARY:Homeschool Discovery Day: Nests\, Burrows\, and Dens
DESCRIPTION:Jeff Mazur and Hannah French\, Hitchcock Center educators\nTuesdays 10:00am-2:00pm\nAges 6-12\nMembers: $42 per program /Non-members: $46 per program \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 fall. All programs begin and end at the Hitchcock Center\, even on field trip days. \nApril 5\nNests\, Burrows\, and Dens: Amazing Animal Homes\nIf you were a bird\, a snake\, or a fox\, where would you go to be warm and cozy? Together we will learn about the houses that animals build and explore the forest in search of the perfect place to call home. \nThis is designed as a drop-off program\, although the occasional parents and younger siblings stay as long as disruptions are kept to a minimum. Online registration opens December 10\, 2015. Limited to 12 participants per program. Non-refundable within a week of the program\, all refunds incur a 10% administrative fee.
URL:https://www.hitchcockcenter.org/event/homeschool-discovery-day-nests-burrows-and-dens/
LOCATION:Hitchcock Center for the Environment\, 845 West Street\, Amherst\, MA\, 01002
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20160401T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20160401T150000
DTSTAMP:20260405T185904
CREATED:20151119T164532Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20151119T164532Z
UID:10000154-1459515600-1459522800@www.hitchcockcenter.org
SUMMARY:Nature Discovery Preschool
DESCRIPTION:Colleen Kelley\, Hitchcock Center Educator\nAges 3-5 (adult required to attend with child)\nFridays\, March 25\, April 1\, 8\, 15\, 29\, May 6\, 13\, 20\, 27\, June 3 (No class 4/22)\nAfternoon session: 1:00pm-3:00pm\nMembers: $205/Non-members: $225 \nWe will head in to spring in full flight! Children and their adult companions will explore the world of birds through movement\, songs\, crafts and live animal observations.  We will investigate what makes a bird a bird\, bird adaptations\, bird language and much more. By the end of our time together we will be amateur ornithologists! \nAdult is required to attend with each child. Online registration opens January 14. Limited to 12 families per session. Non-refundable within a week of the program\, all refunds incur a 10% administrative fee.
URL:https://www.hitchcockcenter.org/event/nature-discovery-preschool-26/
LOCATION:Hitchcock Center for the Environment\, 845 West Street\, Amherst\, MA\, 01002
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