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SUMMARY:Winter Vacation Days Aftercare
DESCRIPTION:WINTER VACATION DAYS 2023 AFTERCARE\nMonday through Friday\, February 20 – 24\n3:00pm – 5:30pm\nOne Group: Ages 5-10\, Grades K-5\nFee per child per day: Tier A-$40 | Tier B-$35 | Tier C-$29  | Tier D-$23 \nNature Play time after hours with some down time!
URL:https://www.hitchcockcenter.org/event/winter-vacation-days-aftercare/2023-02-20/
LOCATION:Hitchcock Center for the Environment\, 845 West Street\, Amherst\, MA\, 01002
CATEGORIES:Ages 5–8/Grades K–3 or Ages 9–11/Grades 4–6
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230220T084500
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230220T150000
DTSTAMP:20260405T234804
CREATED:20221121T062910Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221121T062910Z
UID:10003076-1676882700-1676905200@www.hitchcockcenter.org
SUMMARY:Winter Vacation Days
DESCRIPTION:WINTER VACATION DAYS 2023\nMonday through Friday\, February 20 – 24\n8:45am-3:00pm\nAge Groups:\nJumping Mice: Ages 5-6\, Grades K-1\nBrown Bats: Ages 6-8\, Grades 1-2\nGroundhogs: Ages 8-10\, Grades 3-5\nFee per child per day: Tier A-$93 | Tier B-$81 | Tier C-$69  | Tier D-$53 \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. Five-year olds must be in Kindergarten in order to participate. First graders may register for the K-1 age group or the 1-2 age group. Camp will be held outdoors as much as possible and masks will be worn if/when going inside.  Non-refundable within a week of the program\, all refunds incur a 10% administrative fee.\nLimited 12 Participants for Jumping Mice\nLimited to 15 participants for Brown Bats and Groundhogs
URL:https://www.hitchcockcenter.org/event/winter-vacation-days-6/2023-02-20/
LOCATION:Hitchcock Center for the Environment\, 845 West Street\, Amherst\, MA\, 01002
CATEGORIES:Ages 5–8/Grades K–3 or Ages 9–11/Grades 4–6
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230218T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230218T170000
DTSTAMP:20260405T234804
CREATED:20221121T060519Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221121T060519Z
UID:10003071-1676725200-1676739600@www.hitchcockcenter.org
SUMMARY:Collaborative Role Playing Saturday
DESCRIPTION:Come visit for a Saturday and play a role playing game (RPG) like Dungeons and Dragons. We’ll build a character and go on a group adventure with Hitchcock Educator Monya as our guide. It might be silly or serious but either way it will be loads of fun. \nFebruary 18  – Collaborative Role Playing Game Saturday \nAges 11-14 \nSpecial time: 1pm to 5pm \nLimited to 10 teens \nSuggested Donation: $10-$40 per teen
URL:https://www.hitchcockcenter.org/event/collaborative-role-playing-saturday/
LOCATION:Hitchcock Center for the Environment\, 845 West Street\, Amherst\, MA\, 01002
CATEGORIES:Teen Programs
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230217T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230217T113000
DTSTAMP:20260405T234804
CREATED:20221121T064808Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221121T064808Z
UID:10003117-1676628000-1676633400@www.hitchcockcenter.org
SUMMARY:Nature Discovery Preschool Days
DESCRIPTION:Nature Discovery Winter Preschool Days\nWith Colleen Kelley and Helen Ann Sephton\nAges 3-5 (Adult required to attend with child)\n10:00am-11:30 am (Please note the later start time for winter)\nFee per child per day: Tier A-$23 per day | Tier B-$20 per day | Tier C-$17 per day | Tier D- $13\nLimited to 8 families. Limit of 2 children per adult. \nCelebrate the outdoors in winter with your preschooler! Colleen and Helen Ann will teach these four winter programs. Sign up for one\, two or all three programs. Come prepared for winter outdoor exploration! Limited to 8 families per day. Non-refundable within a week of the program\, all refunds incur a 10% administrative fee. \nFriday\, January 27: How Animals Live in Winter \nFriday\, February 17: Signs of Animals and Tracking \nFriday\, March 10: Slip\, Slide – Ice and Snow! \nFriday\, March 24: Signs of Spring
URL:https://www.hitchcockcenter.org/event/nature-discovery-preschool-days-2/
LOCATION:Hitchcock Center for the Environment\, 845 West Street\, Amherst\, MA\, 01002
CATEGORIES:Ages 3–5 or Grade Pre-K
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230216T153000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230216T173000
DTSTAMP:20260405T234804
CREATED:20221121T072846Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221121T072846Z
UID:10003210-1676561400-1676568600@www.hitchcockcenter.org
SUMMARY:Girls into the Wild Afterschool
DESCRIPTION:GIRLS INTO THE WILD AFTERSCHOOL\nwith Katie Koerten\nAges 8–11 or Grades 3–5\nThursdays\, 3:30-5:30pm\nJanuary 5 – March 16 (no program February 23)\nFee per Child: Tier A-$296 | Tier B-$257| Tier C-$219  | Tier D-$167\nLimited to 13 participants \nJoin us in winter 2023 for more romping wildly through the field and forests of the Hitchcock Center. As always we’ll visit our favorite places to play in the forest\, such as Stump City\, the Ferns\, and the Faraway Woods – exploring the seasonal beauty of nature as we go. Play games\, make friends\, and create nature projects outdoors! Come build your confidence and show your wild side! Any young people with an experience of gender marginalization are welcome!
URL:https://www.hitchcockcenter.org/event/girls-into-the-wild-afterschool-16/2023-02-16/
LOCATION:Hitchcock Center for the Environment\, 845 West Street\, Amherst\, MA\, 01002
CATEGORIES:Ages 5–8/Grades K–3 or Ages 9–11/Grades 4–6
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230216T153000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230216T173000
DTSTAMP:20260405T234804
CREATED:20221121T072701Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221130T203417Z
UID:10003200-1676561400-1676568600@www.hitchcockcenter.org
SUMMARY:Nature Play Afterschool
DESCRIPTION:NATURE PLAY AFTERSCHOOL \nWith: Emily Schuttenberg\nAges 6-9 or grades 1-3\nThursdays\, 3:30-5:30\nJanuary 5 – March 16 (no program February 23)\nFee per Child: Tier A-$296 | Tier B-$257 | Tier C-$219  | Tier D-$167\nLimited to 13 participants \nHitchcock’s Nature Play Afterschool Program is designed to let kids be kids. Together we will run\, jump\, climb\, invent\, imagine\, play and be free-range kids all while developing self-confidence and learning valuable social skills. In Winter Nature Play After School we will explore snowy wooded trails and fields\, make snow villages\, and sled down the HCE hill. Our instructors provide a safe setting for children to explore nature and encourage children to stretch their limits.
URL:https://www.hitchcockcenter.org/event/nature-play-afterschool-202/2023-02-16/
LOCATION:Hitchcock Center for the Environment\, 845 West Street\, Amherst\, MA\, 01002
CATEGORIES:Ages 5–8 or Grades K–3
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230215T133000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230215T173000
DTSTAMP:20260405T234804
CREATED:20221130T205817Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221130T205818Z
UID:10003190-1676467800-1676482200@www.hitchcockcenter.org
SUMMARY:Wild Children of the Woods
DESCRIPTION:WILD CHILDREN OF THE WOODS\nWith: Emily Schuttenberg\nAges 8-11 or Grades 3-5\nWednesdays 3:30 – 5:30\nJanuary 4 – March 15 (no program on February 22)\nExtended Days on February 15\, March 8\nFee per Child: Tier A-$353 | Tier B-$307 | Tier C-$261  | Tier D-$200\nLimited to 13 participants \nWe go to the woods to think\, learn\, play\, and explore in this afterschool series for upper-elementary schoolers. We will roam the grounds of the Hitchcock Center as we watch the seasons change in our beautiful woods. We will visit stump city\, ferns\, and the far-away woods\, play some organized games\, and learn about the animals\, plants\, and life in these woods\, including ourselves.
URL:https://www.hitchcockcenter.org/event/wild-children-of-the-woods-31-2/
LOCATION:Hitchcock Center for the Environment\, 845 West Street\, Amherst\, MA\, 01002
CATEGORIES:Ages 5–8/Grades K–3 or Ages 9–11/Grades 4–6
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230215T133000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230215T173000
DTSTAMP:20260405T234804
CREATED:20221130T205146Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221130T205146Z
UID:10003180-1676467800-1676482200@www.hitchcockcenter.org
SUMMARY:Nature Play Afterschool
DESCRIPTION:NATURE PLAY AFTERSCHOOL\nWith: Jeff Mazur\nAges 6-9 or grades 1-3\nWednesdays\, 3:30-5:30\nJanuary 4 – March 15 (no program on February 22)\nExtended Days on February 15\, March 8\nFee per Child: Tier A-$353 | Tier B-$307 | Tier C-$261  | Tier D-$200\nLimited to 13 participants \nHitchcock’s Nature Play Afterschool Program is designed to let kids be kids. Together we will run\, jump\, climb\, invent\, imagine\, play and be free-range kids all while developing self-confidence and learning valuable social skills. In Winter Nature Play After School we will explore snowy wooded trails and fields\, make snow villages\, and sled down the HCE hill. Our instructors provide a safe setting for children to explore nature and encourage children to stretch their limits.
URL:https://www.hitchcockcenter.org/event/nature-play-afterschool-201-2/
LOCATION:Hitchcock Center for the Environment\, 845 West Street\, Amherst\, MA\, 01002
CATEGORIES:Ages 5–8 or Grades K–3
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230215T133000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230215T173000
DTSTAMP:20260405T234804
CREATED:20221130T204536Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221130T204536Z
UID:10003170-1676467800-1676482200@www.hitchcockcenter.org
SUMMARY:Junior Nature Play Afterschool
DESCRIPTION:JUNIOR NATURE PLAY AFTERSCHOOL\nWith: Lauren Dausch\nAges 5-7 or Grades K-1\nWednesdays\, 3:30pm-5:30pm\nJanuary 4 – March 15 (no program February 22)\nExtended Days on February 15\, March 8\nFee per Child: Tier A-$353 | Tier B-$307 | Tier C-$261 | Tier D-$200\nLimited to 11 participants \nHitchcock’s Junior Nature Play Afterschool Program is designed to let kids be kids. Together we will run\, jump\, climb\, invent\, imagine\, play and be free-range kids all while developing self-confidence and learning valuable social skills. During Winter Junior Nature Play we will explore snowy wooded trails and fields\, make snow villages\, and sled down the HCE hill!  Our instructors provide a safe setting for children to explore nature and encourage children to stretch their limits.
URL:https://www.hitchcockcenter.org/event/junior-nature-play-afterschool-16-2/
LOCATION:Hitchcock Center for the Environment\, 845 West Street\, Amherst\, MA\, 01002
CATEGORIES:Ages 5–8 or Grades K–3
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230214T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230214T140000
DTSTAMP:20260405T234804
CREATED:20221121T070915Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221121T070915Z
UID:10003142-1676368800-1676383200@www.hitchcockcenter.org
SUMMARY:Discovery Day: Animals in Winter
DESCRIPTION:Animals in Winter\nWith Jeff Mazur\nFebruary 14\, 2023 10am – 2pm\nAges 6-12 or grades 1 – 6\nTier A:$70 Tier B:$61 Tier C:$52 Tier D:$40\nLimited to 1 participants \nWhat do animals do when it gets cold out? We are going to find out\, as we learn about some of the amazing adaptations animals have to survive winter in New England. We will also go on an adventure looking for animal tracks and signs.
URL:https://www.hitchcockcenter.org/event/discovery-day-animals-in-winter/
LOCATION:Hitchcock Center for the Environment\, 845 West Street\, Amherst\, MA\, 01002
CATEGORIES:Ages 5–8/Grades K–3 or Ages 9–11/Grades 4–6
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230213T153000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230213T173000
DTSTAMP:20260405T234804
CREATED:20221121T071539Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221121T071539Z
UID:10003150-1676302200-1676309400@www.hitchcockcenter.org
SUMMARY:Wild Children of the Woods
DESCRIPTION:WILD CHILDREN OF THE WOODS SERIES\nWith: Monya Relles\nAges 8-11 or Grades 3-5\nMondays 3:30-5:30\nJanuary 9 – March 13 (no class January 16 or February 20)\nTier A:$234 Tier B:$203 Tier C:$173 Tier D:$132\nLimited to 13 participants \nWe go to the woods to think\, learn\, play\, and explore in this afterschool series for upper-elementary schoolers. We will roam the grounds of the Hitchcock Center as we watch the seasons change in our beautiful woods. We will visit stump city\, ferns\, and the far-away woods\, play some organized games\, and learn about the animals\, plants\, and life in these woods\, including ourselves.
URL:https://www.hitchcockcenter.org/event/wild-children-of-the-woods-30/2023-02-13/
LOCATION:Hitchcock Center for the Environment\, 845 West Street\, Amherst\, MA\, 01002
CATEGORIES:Ages 5–8/Grades K–3 or Ages 9–11/Grades 4–6
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230211T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230211T110000
DTSTAMP:20260405T234804
CREATED:20221121T055335Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221121T055335Z
UID:10003063-1676109600-1676113200@www.hitchcockcenter.org
SUMMARY:Second Saturday Family Science
DESCRIPTION:with Emily Schuttenberg\nAges 5–7 or Grades K–1\nSecond Saturdays\, 10–11am\nJan. 14\, Feb. 11\, March 11\, April 8\, May 13\, June 10\nSuggested Donation: $5–$30 per family \nJoin us for seasonal nature and science programs each second Saturday of the month. Designed for children (ages 5–7) with their parents\, these programs will explore cool topics in nature. We will be learning while moving\, often exploring the woods behind our building. \nFebruary 11: Tracks and Traces  \nWhile we’re bundled up inside there is still a lot going on outside in Winter! We know this because the animals leave us clues! What tales can animals tell us by looking at what they leave behind?
URL:https://www.hitchcockcenter.org/event/second-saturday-family-science-12/
LOCATION:Hitchcock Center for the Environment\, 845 West Street\, Amherst\, MA\, 01002
CATEGORIES:Family Programs
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230209T153000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230209T173000
DTSTAMP:20260405T234804
CREATED:20221121T072846Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221121T072846Z
UID:10003209-1675956600-1675963800@www.hitchcockcenter.org
SUMMARY:Girls into the Wild Afterschool
DESCRIPTION:GIRLS INTO THE WILD AFTERSCHOOL\nwith Katie Koerten\nAges 8–11 or Grades 3–5\nThursdays\, 3:30-5:30pm\nJanuary 5 – March 16 (no program February 23)\nFee per Child: Tier A-$296 | Tier B-$257| Tier C-$219  | Tier D-$167\nLimited to 13 participants \nJoin us in winter 2023 for more romping wildly through the field and forests of the Hitchcock Center. As always we’ll visit our favorite places to play in the forest\, such as Stump City\, the Ferns\, and the Faraway Woods – exploring the seasonal beauty of nature as we go. Play games\, make friends\, and create nature projects outdoors! Come build your confidence and show your wild side! Any young people with an experience of gender marginalization are welcome!
URL:https://www.hitchcockcenter.org/event/girls-into-the-wild-afterschool-16/2023-02-09/
LOCATION:Hitchcock Center for the Environment\, 845 West Street\, Amherst\, MA\, 01002
CATEGORIES:Ages 5–8/Grades K–3 or Ages 9–11/Grades 4–6
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230209T153000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230209T173000
DTSTAMP:20260405T234804
CREATED:20221121T072701Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221130T203417Z
UID:10003199-1675956600-1675963800@www.hitchcockcenter.org
SUMMARY:Nature Play Afterschool
DESCRIPTION:NATURE PLAY AFTERSCHOOL \nWith: Emily Schuttenberg\nAges 6-9 or grades 1-3\nThursdays\, 3:30-5:30\nJanuary 5 – March 16 (no program February 23)\nFee per Child: Tier A-$296 | Tier B-$257 | Tier C-$219  | Tier D-$167\nLimited to 13 participants \nHitchcock’s Nature Play Afterschool Program is designed to let kids be kids. Together we will run\, jump\, climb\, invent\, imagine\, play and be free-range kids all while developing self-confidence and learning valuable social skills. In Winter Nature Play After School we will explore snowy wooded trails and fields\, make snow villages\, and sled down the HCE hill. Our instructors provide a safe setting for children to explore nature and encourage children to stretch their limits.
URL:https://www.hitchcockcenter.org/event/nature-play-afterschool-202/2023-02-09/
LOCATION:Hitchcock Center for the Environment\, 845 West Street\, Amherst\, MA\, 01002
CATEGORIES:Ages 5–8 or Grades K–3
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230208T153000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230208T173000
DTSTAMP:20260405T234804
CREATED:20221121T072503Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221121T072503Z
UID:10003189-1675870200-1675877400@www.hitchcockcenter.org
SUMMARY:Wild Children of the Woods
DESCRIPTION:WILD CHILDREN OF THE WOODS\nWith: Emily Schuttenberg\nAges 8-11 or Grades 3-5\nWednesdays 3:30 – 5:30\nJanuary 4 – March 15 (no program on February 22)\nExtended Days on February 15\, March 8\nFee per Child: Tier A-$353 | Tier B-$307 | Tier C-$261  | Tier D-$200\nLimited to 13 participants \nWe go to the woods to think\, learn\, play\, and explore in this afterschool series for upper-elementary schoolers. We will roam the grounds of the Hitchcock Center as we watch the seasons change in our beautiful woods. We will visit stump city\, ferns\, and the far-away woods\, play some organized games\, and learn about the animals\, plants\, and life in these woods\, including ourselves.
URL:https://www.hitchcockcenter.org/event/wild-children-of-the-woods-31/2023-02-08/
LOCATION:Hitchcock Center for the Environment\, 845 West Street\, Amherst\, MA\, 01002
CATEGORIES:Ages 5–8/Grades K–3 or Ages 9–11/Grades 4–6
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230208T153000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230208T173000
DTSTAMP:20260405T234804
CREATED:20221121T072323Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221130T203320Z
UID:10003179-1675870200-1675877400@www.hitchcockcenter.org
SUMMARY:Nature Play Afterschool
DESCRIPTION:NATURE PLAY AFTERSCHOOL\nWith: Jeff Mazur\nAges 6-9 or grades 1-3\nWednesdays\, 3:30-5:30\nJanuary 4 – March 15 (no program on February 22)\nExtended Days on February 15\, March 8\nFee per Child: Tier A-$353 | Tier B-$307 | Tier C-$261  | Tier D-$200\nLimited to 13 participants \nHitchcock’s Nature Play Afterschool Program is designed to let kids be kids. Together we will run\, jump\, climb\, invent\, imagine\, play and be free-range kids all while developing self-confidence and learning valuable social skills. In Winter Nature Play After School we will explore snowy wooded trails and fields\, make snow villages\, and sled down the HCE hill. Our instructors provide a safe setting for children to explore nature and encourage children to stretch their limits.
URL:https://www.hitchcockcenter.org/event/nature-play-afterschool-201/2023-02-08/
LOCATION:Hitchcock Center for the Environment\, 845 West Street\, Amherst\, MA\, 01002
CATEGORIES:Ages 5–8 or Grades K–3
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230208T153000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230208T173000
DTSTAMP:20260405T234804
CREATED:20221121T072114Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221121T072114Z
UID:10003169-1675870200-1675877400@www.hitchcockcenter.org
SUMMARY:Junior Nature Play Afterschool
DESCRIPTION:JUNIOR NATURE PLAY AFTERSCHOOL\nWith: Lauren Dausch\nAges 5-7 or Grades K-1\nWednesdays\, 3:30pm-5:30pm\nJanuary 4 – March 15 (no program February 22)\nExtended Days on February 15\, March 8\nFee per Child: Tier A-$353 | Tier B-$307 | Tier C-$261 | Tier D-$200\nLimited to 11 participants \nHitchcock’s Junior Nature Play Afterschool Program is designed to let kids be kids. Together we will run\, jump\, climb\, invent\, imagine\, play and be free-range kids all while developing self-confidence and learning valuable social skills. During Winter Junior Nature Play we will explore snowy wooded trails and fields\, make snow villages\, and sled down the HCE hill!  Our instructors provide a safe setting for children to explore nature and encourage children to stretch their limits.
URL:https://www.hitchcockcenter.org/event/junior-nature-play-afterschool-16/2023-02-08/
LOCATION:Hitchcock Center for the Environment\, 845 West Street\, Amherst\, MA\, 01002
CATEGORIES:Ages 5–8 or Grades K–3
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230206T153000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230206T173000
DTSTAMP:20260405T234804
CREATED:20221121T071539Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221121T071539Z
UID:10003149-1675697400-1675704600@www.hitchcockcenter.org
SUMMARY:Wild Children of the Woods
DESCRIPTION:WILD CHILDREN OF THE WOODS SERIES\nWith: Monya Relles\nAges 8-11 or Grades 3-5\nMondays 3:30-5:30\nJanuary 9 – March 13 (no class January 16 or February 20)\nTier A:$234 Tier B:$203 Tier C:$173 Tier D:$132\nLimited to 13 participants \nWe go to the woods to think\, learn\, play\, and explore in this afterschool series for upper-elementary schoolers. We will roam the grounds of the Hitchcock Center as we watch the seasons change in our beautiful woods. We will visit stump city\, ferns\, and the far-away woods\, play some organized games\, and learn about the animals\, plants\, and life in these woods\, including ourselves.
URL:https://www.hitchcockcenter.org/event/wild-children-of-the-woods-30/2023-02-06/
LOCATION:Hitchcock Center for the Environment\, 845 West Street\, Amherst\, MA\, 01002
CATEGORIES:Ages 5–8/Grades K–3 or Ages 9–11/Grades 4–6
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230202T153000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230202T173000
DTSTAMP:20260405T234804
CREATED:20221121T072846Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221121T072846Z
UID:10003208-1675351800-1675359000@www.hitchcockcenter.org
SUMMARY:Girls into the Wild Afterschool
DESCRIPTION:GIRLS INTO THE WILD AFTERSCHOOL\nwith Katie Koerten\nAges 8–11 or Grades 3–5\nThursdays\, 3:30-5:30pm\nJanuary 5 – March 16 (no program February 23)\nFee per Child: Tier A-$296 | Tier B-$257| Tier C-$219  | Tier D-$167\nLimited to 13 participants \nJoin us in winter 2023 for more romping wildly through the field and forests of the Hitchcock Center. As always we’ll visit our favorite places to play in the forest\, such as Stump City\, the Ferns\, and the Faraway Woods – exploring the seasonal beauty of nature as we go. Play games\, make friends\, and create nature projects outdoors! Come build your confidence and show your wild side! Any young people with an experience of gender marginalization are welcome!
URL:https://www.hitchcockcenter.org/event/girls-into-the-wild-afterschool-16/2023-02-02/
LOCATION:Hitchcock Center for the Environment\, 845 West Street\, Amherst\, MA\, 01002
CATEGORIES:Ages 5–8/Grades K–3 or Ages 9–11/Grades 4–6
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230202T153000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230202T173000
DTSTAMP:20260405T234804
CREATED:20221121T072701Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221130T203417Z
UID:10003198-1675351800-1675359000@www.hitchcockcenter.org
SUMMARY:Nature Play Afterschool
DESCRIPTION:NATURE PLAY AFTERSCHOOL \nWith: Emily Schuttenberg\nAges 6-9 or grades 1-3\nThursdays\, 3:30-5:30\nJanuary 5 – March 16 (no program February 23)\nFee per Child: Tier A-$296 | Tier B-$257 | Tier C-$219  | Tier D-$167\nLimited to 13 participants \nHitchcock’s Nature Play Afterschool Program is designed to let kids be kids. Together we will run\, jump\, climb\, invent\, imagine\, play and be free-range kids all while developing self-confidence and learning valuable social skills. In Winter Nature Play After School we will explore snowy wooded trails and fields\, make snow villages\, and sled down the HCE hill. Our instructors provide a safe setting for children to explore nature and encourage children to stretch their limits.
URL:https://www.hitchcockcenter.org/event/nature-play-afterschool-202/2023-02-02/
LOCATION:Hitchcock Center for the Environment\, 845 West Street\, Amherst\, MA\, 01002
CATEGORIES:Ages 5–8 or Grades K–3
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230201T153000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230201T173000
DTSTAMP:20260405T234804
CREATED:20221121T072503Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221121T072503Z
UID:10003188-1675265400-1675272600@www.hitchcockcenter.org
SUMMARY:Wild Children of the Woods
DESCRIPTION:WILD CHILDREN OF THE WOODS\nWith: Emily Schuttenberg\nAges 8-11 or Grades 3-5\nWednesdays 3:30 – 5:30\nJanuary 4 – March 15 (no program on February 22)\nExtended Days on February 15\, March 8\nFee per Child: Tier A-$353 | Tier B-$307 | Tier C-$261  | Tier D-$200\nLimited to 13 participants \nWe go to the woods to think\, learn\, play\, and explore in this afterschool series for upper-elementary schoolers. We will roam the grounds of the Hitchcock Center as we watch the seasons change in our beautiful woods. We will visit stump city\, ferns\, and the far-away woods\, play some organized games\, and learn about the animals\, plants\, and life in these woods\, including ourselves.
URL:https://www.hitchcockcenter.org/event/wild-children-of-the-woods-31/2023-02-01/
LOCATION:Hitchcock Center for the Environment\, 845 West Street\, Amherst\, MA\, 01002
CATEGORIES:Ages 5–8/Grades K–3 or Ages 9–11/Grades 4–6
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230201T153000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230201T173000
DTSTAMP:20260405T234804
CREATED:20221121T072323Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221130T203320Z
UID:10003178-1675265400-1675272600@www.hitchcockcenter.org
SUMMARY:Nature Play Afterschool
DESCRIPTION:NATURE PLAY AFTERSCHOOL\nWith: Jeff Mazur\nAges 6-9 or grades 1-3\nWednesdays\, 3:30-5:30\nJanuary 4 – March 15 (no program on February 22)\nExtended Days on February 15\, March 8\nFee per Child: Tier A-$353 | Tier B-$307 | Tier C-$261  | Tier D-$200\nLimited to 13 participants \nHitchcock’s Nature Play Afterschool Program is designed to let kids be kids. Together we will run\, jump\, climb\, invent\, imagine\, play and be free-range kids all while developing self-confidence and learning valuable social skills. In Winter Nature Play After School we will explore snowy wooded trails and fields\, make snow villages\, and sled down the HCE hill. Our instructors provide a safe setting for children to explore nature and encourage children to stretch their limits.
URL:https://www.hitchcockcenter.org/event/nature-play-afterschool-201/2023-02-01/
LOCATION:Hitchcock Center for the Environment\, 845 West Street\, Amherst\, MA\, 01002
CATEGORIES:Ages 5–8 or Grades K–3
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230201T153000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230201T173000
DTSTAMP:20260405T234804
CREATED:20221121T072114Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221121T072114Z
UID:10003168-1675265400-1675272600@www.hitchcockcenter.org
SUMMARY:Junior Nature Play Afterschool
DESCRIPTION:JUNIOR NATURE PLAY AFTERSCHOOL\nWith: Lauren Dausch\nAges 5-7 or Grades K-1\nWednesdays\, 3:30pm-5:30pm\nJanuary 4 – March 15 (no program February 22)\nExtended Days on February 15\, March 8\nFee per Child: Tier A-$353 | Tier B-$307 | Tier C-$261 | Tier D-$200\nLimited to 11 participants \nHitchcock’s Junior Nature Play Afterschool Program is designed to let kids be kids. Together we will run\, jump\, climb\, invent\, imagine\, play and be free-range kids all while developing self-confidence and learning valuable social skills. During Winter Junior Nature Play we will explore snowy wooded trails and fields\, make snow villages\, and sled down the HCE hill!  Our instructors provide a safe setting for children to explore nature and encourage children to stretch their limits.
URL:https://www.hitchcockcenter.org/event/junior-nature-play-afterschool-16/2023-02-01/
LOCATION:Hitchcock Center for the Environment\, 845 West Street\, Amherst\, MA\, 01002
CATEGORIES:Ages 5–8 or Grades K–3
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230130T153000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230130T173000
DTSTAMP:20260405T234804
CREATED:20221121T071539Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221121T071539Z
UID:10003148-1675092600-1675099800@www.hitchcockcenter.org
SUMMARY:Wild Children of the Woods
DESCRIPTION:WILD CHILDREN OF THE WOODS SERIES\nWith: Monya Relles\nAges 8-11 or Grades 3-5\nMondays 3:30-5:30\nJanuary 9 – March 13 (no class January 16 or February 20)\nTier A:$234 Tier B:$203 Tier C:$173 Tier D:$132\nLimited to 13 participants \nWe go to the woods to think\, learn\, play\, and explore in this afterschool series for upper-elementary schoolers. We will roam the grounds of the Hitchcock Center as we watch the seasons change in our beautiful woods. We will visit stump city\, ferns\, and the far-away woods\, play some organized games\, and learn about the animals\, plants\, and life in these woods\, including ourselves.
URL:https://www.hitchcockcenter.org/event/wild-children-of-the-woods-30/2023-01-30/
LOCATION:Hitchcock Center for the Environment\, 845 West Street\, Amherst\, MA\, 01002
CATEGORIES:Ages 5–8/Grades K–3 or Ages 9–11/Grades 4–6
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230127T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230127T113000
DTSTAMP:20260405T234804
CREATED:20221121T064557Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221121T064557Z
UID:10003116-1674813600-1674819000@www.hitchcockcenter.org
SUMMARY:Nature Discovery Preschool Days
DESCRIPTION:Nature Discovery Winter Preschool Days\nWith Colleen Kelley and Helen Ann Sephton\nAges 3-5 (Adult required to attend with child)\n10:00am-11:30 am (Please note the later start time for winter)\nFee per child per day: Tier A-$23 per day | Tier B-$20 per day | Tier C-$17 per day | Tier D- $13\nLimited to 8 families. Limit of 2 children per adult. \nCelebrate the outdoors in winter with your preschooler! Colleen and Helen Ann will teach these four winter programs. Sign up for one\, two or all three programs. Come prepared for winter outdoor exploration! Limited to 8 families per day. Non-refundable within a week of the program\, all refunds incur a 10% administrative fee. \nFriday\, January 27: How Animals Live in Winter \nFriday\, February 17: Signs of Animals and Tracking \nFriday\, March 10: Slip\, Slide – Ice and Snow! \nFriday\, March 24: Signs of Spring
URL:https://www.hitchcockcenter.org/event/nature-discovery-preschool-days/
LOCATION:Hitchcock Center for the Environment\, 845 West Street\, Amherst\, MA\, 01002
CATEGORIES:Ages 3–5 or Grade Pre-K
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230126T153000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230126T173000
DTSTAMP:20260405T234804
CREATED:20221121T072846Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221121T072846Z
UID:10003207-1674747000-1674754200@www.hitchcockcenter.org
SUMMARY:Girls into the Wild Afterschool
DESCRIPTION:GIRLS INTO THE WILD AFTERSCHOOL\nwith Katie Koerten\nAges 8–11 or Grades 3–5\nThursdays\, 3:30-5:30pm\nJanuary 5 – March 16 (no program February 23)\nFee per Child: Tier A-$296 | Tier B-$257| Tier C-$219  | Tier D-$167\nLimited to 13 participants \nJoin us in winter 2023 for more romping wildly through the field and forests of the Hitchcock Center. As always we’ll visit our favorite places to play in the forest\, such as Stump City\, the Ferns\, and the Faraway Woods – exploring the seasonal beauty of nature as we go. Play games\, make friends\, and create nature projects outdoors! Come build your confidence and show your wild side! Any young people with an experience of gender marginalization are welcome!
URL:https://www.hitchcockcenter.org/event/girls-into-the-wild-afterschool-16/2023-01-26/
LOCATION:Hitchcock Center for the Environment\, 845 West Street\, Amherst\, MA\, 01002
CATEGORIES:Ages 5–8/Grades K–3 or Ages 9–11/Grades 4–6
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230126T153000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230126T173000
DTSTAMP:20260405T234804
CREATED:20221121T072701Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221130T203417Z
UID:10003197-1674747000-1674754200@www.hitchcockcenter.org
SUMMARY:Nature Play Afterschool
DESCRIPTION:NATURE PLAY AFTERSCHOOL \nWith: Emily Schuttenberg\nAges 6-9 or grades 1-3\nThursdays\, 3:30-5:30\nJanuary 5 – March 16 (no program February 23)\nFee per Child: Tier A-$296 | Tier B-$257 | Tier C-$219  | Tier D-$167\nLimited to 13 participants \nHitchcock’s Nature Play Afterschool Program is designed to let kids be kids. Together we will run\, jump\, climb\, invent\, imagine\, play and be free-range kids all while developing self-confidence and learning valuable social skills. In Winter Nature Play After School we will explore snowy wooded trails and fields\, make snow villages\, and sled down the HCE hill. Our instructors provide a safe setting for children to explore nature and encourage children to stretch their limits.
URL:https://www.hitchcockcenter.org/event/nature-play-afterschool-202/2023-01-26/
LOCATION:Hitchcock Center for the Environment\, 845 West Street\, Amherst\, MA\, 01002
CATEGORIES:Ages 5–8 or Grades K–3
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230125T153000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230125T173000
DTSTAMP:20260405T234804
CREATED:20221121T072503Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221121T072503Z
UID:10003187-1674660600-1674667800@www.hitchcockcenter.org
SUMMARY:Wild Children of the Woods
DESCRIPTION:WILD CHILDREN OF THE WOODS\nWith: Emily Schuttenberg\nAges 8-11 or Grades 3-5\nWednesdays 3:30 – 5:30\nJanuary 4 – March 15 (no program on February 22)\nExtended Days on February 15\, March 8\nFee per Child: Tier A-$353 | Tier B-$307 | Tier C-$261  | Tier D-$200\nLimited to 13 participants \nWe go to the woods to think\, learn\, play\, and explore in this afterschool series for upper-elementary schoolers. We will roam the grounds of the Hitchcock Center as we watch the seasons change in our beautiful woods. We will visit stump city\, ferns\, and the far-away woods\, play some organized games\, and learn about the animals\, plants\, and life in these woods\, including ourselves.
URL:https://www.hitchcockcenter.org/event/wild-children-of-the-woods-31/2023-01-25/
LOCATION:Hitchcock Center for the Environment\, 845 West Street\, Amherst\, MA\, 01002
CATEGORIES:Ages 5–8/Grades K–3 or Ages 9–11/Grades 4–6
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230125T153000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230125T173000
DTSTAMP:20260405T234804
CREATED:20221121T072323Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221130T203320Z
UID:10003177-1674660600-1674667800@www.hitchcockcenter.org
SUMMARY:Nature Play Afterschool
DESCRIPTION:NATURE PLAY AFTERSCHOOL\nWith: Jeff Mazur\nAges 6-9 or grades 1-3\nWednesdays\, 3:30-5:30\nJanuary 4 – March 15 (no program on February 22)\nExtended Days on February 15\, March 8\nFee per Child: Tier A-$353 | Tier B-$307 | Tier C-$261  | Tier D-$200\nLimited to 13 participants \nHitchcock’s Nature Play Afterschool Program is designed to let kids be kids. Together we will run\, jump\, climb\, invent\, imagine\, play and be free-range kids all while developing self-confidence and learning valuable social skills. In Winter Nature Play After School we will explore snowy wooded trails and fields\, make snow villages\, and sled down the HCE hill. Our instructors provide a safe setting for children to explore nature and encourage children to stretch their limits.
URL:https://www.hitchcockcenter.org/event/nature-play-afterschool-201/2023-01-25/
LOCATION:Hitchcock Center for the Environment\, 845 West Street\, Amherst\, MA\, 01002
CATEGORIES:Ages 5–8 or Grades K–3
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230125T153000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230125T173000
DTSTAMP:20260405T234804
CREATED:20221121T072114Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221121T072114Z
UID:10003167-1674660600-1674667800@www.hitchcockcenter.org
SUMMARY:Junior Nature Play Afterschool
DESCRIPTION:JUNIOR NATURE PLAY AFTERSCHOOL\nWith: Lauren Dausch\nAges 5-7 or Grades K-1\nWednesdays\, 3:30pm-5:30pm\nJanuary 4 – March 15 (no program February 22)\nExtended Days on February 15\, March 8\nFee per Child: Tier A-$353 | Tier B-$307 | Tier C-$261 | Tier D-$200\nLimited to 11 participants \nHitchcock’s Junior Nature Play Afterschool Program is designed to let kids be kids. Together we will run\, jump\, climb\, invent\, imagine\, play and be free-range kids all while developing self-confidence and learning valuable social skills. During Winter Junior Nature Play we will explore snowy wooded trails and fields\, make snow villages\, and sled down the HCE hill!  Our instructors provide a safe setting for children to explore nature and encourage children to stretch their limits.
URL:https://www.hitchcockcenter.org/event/junior-nature-play-afterschool-16/2023-01-25/
LOCATION:Hitchcock Center for the Environment\, 845 West Street\, Amherst\, MA\, 01002
CATEGORIES:Ages 5–8 or Grades K–3
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