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SUMMARY:Owl Prowl
DESCRIPTION:Owl Prowls\nwith Dan Ziomek  \nSaturday\, January 29th or \nFriday\, February 11th (cancellation date of Saturday\, February 12) \n7:30pm – 10pm  \nHave you been hearing the Great Horned Owls at dusk and dawn?  They are hooting.  Join valley birder Dan Ziomek for this extra special treat of searching for owls on winter nights!  Dress super duper warmly.  For ages 12 and up.  Space is limited.   Cost $25. \nREGISTER HERE
URL:https://www.hitchcockcenter.org/event/owl-prowl-4/
LOCATION:Hitchcock Center for the Environment\, 845 West Street\, Amherst\, MA\, 01002
CATEGORIES:Adult Programs
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220120T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220120T193000
DTSTAMP:20260406T113803
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LAST-MODIFIED:20220113T164650Z
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SUMMARY:Fireside Chat –  Moon Gazing & Winter Owls
DESCRIPTION:Fireside Chats \nwith Hitchcock staff and guests  \nCasual conversations centered on nature\, around a fire\, enjoying the beauty of a crisp winter evening with hot beverages and nibbles. \nThursdays at 6pm \nJanuary 20 –  Moon Gazing & Winter Owls \nFebruary 17 – Natural History of a cup of Hot Chocolate \nMarch 17 – Indigenous Plant Wisdom- Sacred Plants of New England  \nCost: Sliding Scale \nREGISTER HERE
URL:https://www.hitchcockcenter.org/event/fireside-chat-moon-gazing-winter-owls/
LOCATION:Hitchcock Center for the Environment\, 845 West Street\, Amherst\, MA\, 01002
CATEGORIES:Adult Programs
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20190619T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20190619T130000
DTSTAMP:20260406T113803
CREATED:20181223T015525Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20181230T025555Z
UID:10001327-1560945600-1560949200@www.hitchcockcenter.org
SUMMARY:Living Building Tour
DESCRIPTION:Come meet our newest educator – our building! It is designed to model systems in nature\, it is net zero energy\, net zero water\, has composting toilets\, and has been made with responsibly sourced non-toxic materials\, come check it out at one of our bi-monthly tours. Tours typically last from 1-1.5 hours. \nNote: We are pleased to be able to offer Spanish language translators for our building tours. If you or someone you know could benefit from translation\, please let us know in advance\, so that we may schedule a translator for your tour date. \nFirst Fridays at 4pm: January 4\, February 1\, March 1\, April 5\, June 7 (no tour May 3)\nThird Wednesdays at 12pm: January 16\, February 20\, March 20\, April 17\, May 15\, June 19\nFREE but please register online
URL:https://www.hitchcockcenter.org/event/our-living-building-tour-16/
LOCATION:Hitchcock Center for the Environment\, 845 West Street\, Amherst\, MA\, 01002
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20190613T153000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20190613T173000
DTSTAMP:20260406T113803
CREATED:20181201T150254Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20181201T150254Z
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SUMMARY:Girls into the Wild
DESCRIPTION:Sometimes you just need to run\, explore and play! That’s what we do at Girls into the Wild\, and lots more. Girls into the Wild is designed to get girls outside\, playing and engaging with nature in their own way. Instructor Katie Koerten strives to offer games and activities that each girl can participate in at her own comfort level\, from climbing trees\, to playing camouflage in the forest\, to running and whooping wildly through fields. Even in winter we’ll spend the entirety of the afternoon outside so bring your warmest layers and come have some snowy fun! Families provide their own transportation to the Hitchcock Center. \nThursdays\, 3:30-5:30pm\nMarch 28 – June 13 (no program April 18)\nWith Katie Koerten\nAges 8-11\, Grades 3-5\nMembers: $300/Non-members: $330 \nLimited to 10 participants.
URL:https://www.hitchcockcenter.org/event/girls-into-the-wild-116/
LOCATION:Hitchcock Center for the Environment\, 845 West Street\, Amherst\, MA\, 01002
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20190612T153000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20190612T173000
DTSTAMP:20260406T113803
CREATED:20181201T211318Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20181201T211318Z
UID:10001281-1560353400-1560360600@www.hitchcockcenter.org
SUMMARY:Nature Play Afterschool
DESCRIPTION:Just because it’s cold outside\, doesn’t mean your kids need to stay inside to play. Have them join Hitchcock’s Nature Play Afterschool Program\, which is designed to let kids be kids. Together we will run\, jump\, climb\, invent\, imagine\, play and be a free-range kids all while developing self-confidence and learning valuable social skills. During Winter Nature Play\, we make snow forts\, sled\, find animal tracks\, play games in the dark and use our imagination as we explore the wooded trails and fields. Instructor Aemelia Thompson (Monday’s) and Jeff Mazur (Wednesdays) provides a safe structure for children to explore nature and encourages children to stretch their limits as they balance on logs\, hold salamanders\, or co-create new games with their peers. \nWednesdays\, 3:30-5:30pm\, Extended Days\, 1:30pm-5:30pm\nMarch 27 – June 12\, 2019 (no class April 17)\, Extended Days: March 27\, April 10\, May 8\nwith Jeff Mazur\nAges 6-9\, Grades 1-3\nMembers: $290/Non-members: $350 \nLimited to 10 participants.
URL:https://www.hitchcockcenter.org/event/nature-play-afterschool-159/
LOCATION:Hitchcock Center for the Environment\, 845 West Street\, Amherst\, MA\, 01002
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20190611T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20190611T140000
DTSTAMP:20260406T113803
CREATED:20181122T162022Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20181122T162022Z
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SUMMARY:Homeschool Discovery Day: Life in a Pond
DESCRIPTION:Do you love science and nature? Do you want to see what the Hitchcock Homeschool program is all about? Sign up for our Discovery Days\, our one-time programs about science and nature. In a mixed-age setting\, we explore cool topics at the Hitchcock Center\, meet science experts\, and sometimes go on field trips. Our Discovery Day programs are appropriate for everyone from first time to veteran homeschoolers\, and we welcome almost-6 year olds who are interested in joining our class in the spring. This is designed as a drop-off program. Limited to 12 participants per program. \nJune 11: Life in a Pond with Katie Koerten\nLiving in the pond isn’t easy\, but dragonflies nymphs\, whirligig beetles and and giant water bugs have what it takes! At this class we’ll learn about the amazing adaptations that aquatic insects have to survive\, then we’ll take the PVTA to Bramble Hill Farm to collect and observe a wonderful diversity of live specimens! \nTuesdays 10am-2pm\nJanuary 15\, 29\, February 5\, March 5\, April 2\, May 7\, June 11\nMembers: $45 per program/Non-members: $55 per program\nAges 6-12
URL:https://www.hitchcockcenter.org/event/homeschool-discovery-day-life-in-a-pond/
LOCATION:Hitchcock Center for the Environment\, 845 West Street\, Amherst\, MA\, 01002
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20190610T153000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20190610T173000
DTSTAMP:20260406T113803
CREATED:20181201T151302Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20181201T151302Z
UID:10001270-1560180600-1560187800@www.hitchcockcenter.org
SUMMARY:Nature Play Afterschool
DESCRIPTION:Just because it’s cold outside\, doesn’t mean your kids need to stay inside to play. Have them join Hitchcock’s Nature Play Afterschool Program\, which is designed to let kids be kids. Together we will run\, jump\, climb\, invent\, imagine\, play and be a free-range kids all while developing self-confidence and learning valuable social skills. During Winter Nature Play\, we make snow forts\, sled\, find animal tracks\, play games in the dark and use our imagination as we explore the wooded trails and fields. Instructor Aemelia Thompson (Monday’s) and Jeff Mazur (Wednesdays) provides a safe structure for children to explore nature and encourages children to stretch their limits as they balance on logs\, hold salamanders\, or co-create new games with their peers. \nwith Aemelia Thompson\nMondays\, 3:30-5:30pm\nMarch 25 – June 12\, 2019 (no class April 15 or May 27)\nAge 6-9\, Grades 1-3\nMembers: $225/Non-members $270 \nLimited to 10 participants.
URL:https://www.hitchcockcenter.org/event/nature-play-afterschool-148/
LOCATION:Hitchcock Center for the Environment\, 845 West Street\, Amherst\, MA\, 01002
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20190608T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20190608T160000
DTSTAMP:20260406T113803
CREATED:20190215T140826Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190215T140853Z
UID:10001345-1559980800-1560009600@www.hitchcockcenter.org
SUMMARY:In Bloom in Western MA Conference
DESCRIPTION:Antioch University’s first conference on nature-based early childhood education took place in Keene\, New Hampshire\, in 2012. In Bloom has provided focused professional development for teachers seeking to naturalize existing programs and start new ones ever since. Each conference program includes keynote presentations from nationally and internationally recognized speakers along with interactive\, outdoor workshops facilitated by a diverse array of early childhood professionals\, higher education faculty\, environmental educators\, mindfulness practitioners and naturalists. Twenty In Bloom conferences have taken place to date in locations ranging from the coast of California to the coast of Maine. They’ve energized the nature-based early childhood movement in public and independent schools\, nature centers and childcare programs\, encouraging children\, teachers and communities to strengthen their connection to nature. \nThe 2018-2019 school year kicks off with In Bloom in Santa Barbara on November 3\, hosted by Antioch University Santa Barbara and the Orfalea Family Children’s Center. Antioch University New England follows with three spring conferences. Mud season in March brings In Bloom to Brattleboro\, Vermont\, then on to Kittery\, Maine\, in April. In Bloom in Western MA\, a collaboration with the Hitchcock Center for the Environment\, takes place on June 8. \nSaturday\, June 8\, 8am-4pm\nRegister here \nLearn More…
URL:https://www.hitchcockcenter.org/event/in-bloom-in-western-ma-conference/
LOCATION:Hitchcock Center for the Environment\, 845 West Street\, Amherst\, MA\, 01002
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20190607T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20190607T170000
DTSTAMP:20260406T113803
CREATED:20181223T015436Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20181230T025616Z
UID:10001326-1559923200-1559926800@www.hitchcockcenter.org
SUMMARY:Living Building Tour
DESCRIPTION:Come meet our newest educator – our building! It is designed to model systems in nature\, it is net zero energy\, net zero water\, has composting toilets\, and has been made with responsibly sourced non-toxic materials\, come check it out at one of our bi-monthly tours. Tours typically last from 1-1.5 hours. \nNote: We are pleased to be able to offer Spanish language translators for our building tours. If you or someone you know could benefit from translation\, please let us know in advance\, so that we may schedule a translator for your tour date. \nFirst Fridays at 4pm: January 4\, February 1\, March 1\, April 5\, June 7 (no tour May 3)\nThird Wednesdays at 12pm: January 16\, February 20\, March 20\, April 17\, May 15\, June 19\nFREE but please register online
URL:https://www.hitchcockcenter.org/event/our-living-building-tour-15/
LOCATION:Hitchcock Center for the Environment\, 845 West Street\, Amherst\, MA\, 01002
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20190606T153000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20190606T173000
DTSTAMP:20260406T113803
CREATED:20181201T150208Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20181201T150208Z
UID:10001259-1559835000-1559842200@www.hitchcockcenter.org
SUMMARY:Girls into the Wild
DESCRIPTION:Sometimes you just need to run\, explore and play! That’s what we do at Girls into the Wild\, and lots more. Girls into the Wild is designed to get girls outside\, playing and engaging with nature in their own way. Instructor Katie Koerten strives to offer games and activities that each girl can participate in at her own comfort level\, from climbing trees\, to playing camouflage in the forest\, to running and whooping wildly through fields. Even in winter we’ll spend the entirety of the afternoon outside so bring your warmest layers and come have some snowy fun! Families provide their own transportation to the Hitchcock Center. \nThursdays\, 3:30-5:30pm\nMarch 28 – June 13 (no program April 18)\nWith Katie Koerten\nAges 8-11\, Grades 3-5\nMembers: $300/Non-members: $330 \nLimited to 10 participants.
URL:https://www.hitchcockcenter.org/event/girls-into-the-wild-115/
LOCATION:Hitchcock Center for the Environment\, 845 West Street\, Amherst\, MA\, 01002
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20190605T153000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20190605T173000
DTSTAMP:20260406T113803
CREATED:20181201T211229Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20181201T211229Z
UID:10001280-1559748600-1559755800@www.hitchcockcenter.org
SUMMARY:Nature Play Afterschool
DESCRIPTION:Just because it’s cold outside\, doesn’t mean your kids need to stay inside to play. Have them join Hitchcock’s Nature Play Afterschool Program\, which is designed to let kids be kids. Together we will run\, jump\, climb\, invent\, imagine\, play and be a free-range kids all while developing self-confidence and learning valuable social skills. During Winter Nature Play\, we make snow forts\, sled\, find animal tracks\, play games in the dark and use our imagination as we explore the wooded trails and fields. Instructor Aemelia Thompson (Monday’s) and Jeff Mazur (Wednesdays) provides a safe structure for children to explore nature and encourages children to stretch their limits as they balance on logs\, hold salamanders\, or co-create new games with their peers. \nWednesdays\, 3:30-5:30pm\, Extended Days\, 1:30pm-5:30pm\nMarch 27 – June 12\, 2019 (no class April 17)\, Extended Days: March 27\, April 10\, May 8\nwith Jeff Mazur\nAges 6-9\, Grades 1-3\nMembers: $290/Non-members: $350 \nLimited to 10 participants.
URL:https://www.hitchcockcenter.org/event/nature-play-afterschool-158/
LOCATION:Hitchcock Center for the Environment\, 845 West Street\, Amherst\, MA\, 01002
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20190604T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20190604T140000
DTSTAMP:20260406T113803
CREATED:20181126T003915Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20181126T003915Z
UID:10001213-1559642400-1559656800@www.hitchcockcenter.org
SUMMARY:Homeschool II: Spring into Citizen Science
DESCRIPTION:Spring is an amazing time of year! As the natural world begins to wake up from winter there are lots of changes happening. As part of Spring into Citizen Science – we will become researchers. Working with scientists on local and national science projects\, collecting data that matters! For this homeschool series we will dive into different science projects and asking lots of questions\, such as: What do spotted salamanders do in spring? Who are our local migrating fish\, and why do they migrate? When do flowers bloom and buds burst? And more! Kids can offer a new way of looking at an issue\, so bring your scientific mind\, observation skills and unique perspective to our class. Through observation\, special guests\, field trips\, and surveys\, we will study the world around us and contribute to science while also having fun\, exploring and playing games. \nWith Jeff Mazur\nTuesdays\, 10:00am-2:00pm\nMarch 12 – June 4 (No program April 2\, 16\, May 7)\nMembers: $450/Non-members: $560
URL:https://www.hitchcockcenter.org/event/homeschool-ii-spring-into-citizen-science-10/
LOCATION:Hitchcock Center for the Environment\, 845 West Street\, Amherst\, MA\, 01002
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20190604T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20190604T140000
DTSTAMP:20260406T113803
CREATED:20181126T001431Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20181126T001501Z
UID:10001203-1559642400-1559656800@www.hitchcockcenter.org
SUMMARY:Homeschool I: Animals That Build
DESCRIPTION:They don’t use blueprints or fancy tools\, but animals can be amazing builders by using natural materials like leaves\, sticks and even spit! Whether it’s for nests\, homes\, camouflage or catching prey\, animals have a lot of reasons for their architecture. At this homeschool session we will explore the construction skills of animals and build creations of our own. While we study animals\, we will also think about human architecture: we will learn about the features of Hitchcock Center’s “Living Building” and the choices we made to make our building kind to the planet. Hikes\, home projects\, games and field trips are all part of the fun! \nWith Katie Koerten\nTuesdays\, 10am – 2pm\nMarch 12 – June 4 (No program April 2\, 16\, May 7)\nMembers: $450/Non-members: $560 \nLimited to 15 participants per age group.
URL:https://www.hitchcockcenter.org/event/homeschool-i-animals-that-build-10/
LOCATION:Hitchcock Center for the Environment\, 845 West Street\, Amherst\, MA\, 01002
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20190603T153000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20190603T173000
DTSTAMP:20260406T113803
CREATED:20181201T151220Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20181201T151220Z
UID:10001269-1559575800-1559583000@www.hitchcockcenter.org
SUMMARY:Nature Play Afterschool
DESCRIPTION:Just because it’s cold outside\, doesn’t mean your kids need to stay inside to play. Have them join Hitchcock’s Nature Play Afterschool Program\, which is designed to let kids be kids. Together we will run\, jump\, climb\, invent\, imagine\, play and be a free-range kids all while developing self-confidence and learning valuable social skills. During Winter Nature Play\, we make snow forts\, sled\, find animal tracks\, play games in the dark and use our imagination as we explore the wooded trails and fields. Instructor Aemelia Thompson (Monday’s) and Jeff Mazur (Wednesdays) provides a safe structure for children to explore nature and encourages children to stretch their limits as they balance on logs\, hold salamanders\, or co-create new games with their peers. \nwith Aemelia Thompson\nMondays\, 3:30-5:30pm\nMarch 25 – June 12\, 2019 (no class April 15 or May 27)\nAge 6-9\, Grades 1-3\nMembers: $225/Non-members $270 \nLimited to 10 participants.
URL:https://www.hitchcockcenter.org/event/nature-play-afterschool-147/
LOCATION:Hitchcock Center for the Environment\, 845 West Street\, Amherst\, MA\, 01002
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20190601T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20190601T110000
DTSTAMP:20260406T113803
CREATED:20181128T145902Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190112T182817Z
UID:10001219-1559383200-1559386800@www.hitchcockcenter.org
SUMMARY:Saturday Family Science Series: Plants We Eat
DESCRIPTION:Join us for seasonal nature and science programs each second Saturday of the month. Designed for children with their parents\, these programs will explore cool topics in nature. \nJune 1: Plants We Eat\n*Note: Second Saturday Family Science in June WILL be held on the first Saturday\, June 1.\nStems\, roots\, flowers\, and fruits! Each part of a plant has an important role to help it grow and thrive. What are those roles and which parts can help us by giving us food and nourishment? Come find out at the Hitchcock Center! \nSecond* Saturdays\, 10-11am\nFree\nRegistration appreciated. Groups of 6 or more please call ahead. \nSaturday Family Science Programs are generously sponsored by Pelham Auto Service and through a grant from the Peter & Elizabeth Tower Foundation. \n 
URL:https://www.hitchcockcenter.org/event/saturday-family-science-series-plants-we-eat/
LOCATION:Hitchcock Center for the Environment\, 845 West Street\, Amherst\, MA\, 01002
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20190531T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20190531T150000
DTSTAMP:20260406T113803
CREATED:20181122T160550Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20181122T160550Z
UID:10001186-1559307600-1559314800@www.hitchcockcenter.org
SUMMARY:Nature Discovery Preschool: PreHistoric Preschool
DESCRIPTION:This season we will travel back in time to the days of the dinosaurs. Children will learn about dinosaurs through stories\, songs\, movement and crafts. We will compare different dinosaurs\, dig for bones\, and learn about the plants they munched on. Come have a dinomite time! \nWith Colleen Kelley\nAges 3-5 (Adult required to attend with child)\nFridays\, Morning session: 9:30-11:30am\, Afternoon session: 1-3pm\nMarch 22\, 29 April 5\,12\,26\, May 3\,10\,17\,24\,31 (no class April 19)\nMembers: $220/Non-members: $255 \nNon-refundable within a week of the program\, all refunds incur a 10% administrative fee. Limited to 12 families per session.
URL:https://www.hitchcockcenter.org/event/nature-discovery-preschool-prehistoric-preschool-20/
LOCATION:Hitchcock Center for the Environment\, 845 West Street\, Amherst\, MA\, 01002
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20190531T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20190531T113000
DTSTAMP:20260406T113803
CREATED:20181122T030713Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20181122T030713Z
UID:10001176-1559295000-1559302200@www.hitchcockcenter.org
SUMMARY:Nature Discovery Preschool: PreHistoric Preschool
DESCRIPTION:This season we will travel back in time to the days of the dinosaurs. Children will learn about dinosaurs through stories\, songs\, movement and crafts. We will compare different dinosaurs\, dig for bones\, and learn about the plants they munched on. Come have a dinomite time! \nWith Colleen Kelley\nAges 3-5 (Adult required to attend with child)\nFridays\, Morning session: 9:30-11:30am\, Afternoon session: 1-3pm\nMarch 22\, 29 April 5\,12\,26\, May 3\,10\,17\,24\,31 (no class April 19)\nMembers: $220/Non-members: $255 \nNon-refundable within a week of the program\, all refunds incur a 10% administrative fee. Limited to 12 families per session.
URL:https://www.hitchcockcenter.org/event/nature-discovery-preschool-prehistoric-preschool-10/
LOCATION:Hitchcock Center for the Environment\, 845 West Street\, Amherst\, MA\, 01002
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20190530T153000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20190530T173000
DTSTAMP:20260406T113803
CREATED:20181201T150116Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20181201T150116Z
UID:10001258-1559230200-1559237400@www.hitchcockcenter.org
SUMMARY:Girls into the Wild
DESCRIPTION:Sometimes you just need to run\, explore and play! That’s what we do at Girls into the Wild\, and lots more. Girls into the Wild is designed to get girls outside\, playing and engaging with nature in their own way. Instructor Katie Koerten strives to offer games and activities that each girl can participate in at her own comfort level\, from climbing trees\, to playing camouflage in the forest\, to running and whooping wildly through fields. Even in winter we’ll spend the entirety of the afternoon outside so bring your warmest layers and come have some snowy fun! Families provide their own transportation to the Hitchcock Center. \nThursdays\, 3:30-5:30pm\nMarch 28 – June 13 (no program April 18)\nWith Katie Koerten\nAges 8-11\, Grades 3-5\nMembers: $300/Non-members: $330 \nLimited to 10 participants.
URL:https://www.hitchcockcenter.org/event/girls-into-the-wild-114/
LOCATION:Hitchcock Center for the Environment\, 845 West Street\, Amherst\, MA\, 01002
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20190529T153000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20190529T173000
DTSTAMP:20260406T113803
CREATED:20181201T211144Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20181201T211144Z
UID:10001279-1559143800-1559151000@www.hitchcockcenter.org
SUMMARY:Nature Play Afterschool
DESCRIPTION:Just because it’s cold outside\, doesn’t mean your kids need to stay inside to play. Have them join Hitchcock’s Nature Play Afterschool Program\, which is designed to let kids be kids. Together we will run\, jump\, climb\, invent\, imagine\, play and be a free-range kids all while developing self-confidence and learning valuable social skills. During Winter Nature Play\, we make snow forts\, sled\, find animal tracks\, play games in the dark and use our imagination as we explore the wooded trails and fields. Instructor Aemelia Thompson (Monday’s) and Jeff Mazur (Wednesdays) provides a safe structure for children to explore nature and encourages children to stretch their limits as they balance on logs\, hold salamanders\, or co-create new games with their peers. \nWednesdays\, 3:30-5:30pm\, Extended Days\, 1:30pm-5:30pm\nMarch 27 – June 12\, 2019 (no class April 17)\, Extended Days: March 27\, April 10\, May 8\nwith Jeff Mazur\nAges 6-9\, Grades 1-3\nMembers: $290/Non-members: $350 \nLimited to 10 participants.
URL:https://www.hitchcockcenter.org/event/nature-play-afterschool-157/
LOCATION:Hitchcock Center for the Environment\, 845 West Street\, Amherst\, MA\, 01002
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20190528T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20190528T140000
DTSTAMP:20260406T113803
CREATED:20181126T003819Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20181126T003819Z
UID:10001212-1559037600-1559052000@www.hitchcockcenter.org
SUMMARY:Homeschool II: Spring into Citizen Science
DESCRIPTION:Spring is an amazing time of year! As the natural world begins to wake up from winter there are lots of changes happening. As part of Spring into Citizen Science – we will become researchers. Working with scientists on local and national science projects\, collecting data that matters! For this homeschool series we will dive into different science projects and asking lots of questions\, such as: What do spotted salamanders do in spring? Who are our local migrating fish\, and why do they migrate? When do flowers bloom and buds burst? And more! Kids can offer a new way of looking at an issue\, so bring your scientific mind\, observation skills and unique perspective to our class. Through observation\, special guests\, field trips\, and surveys\, we will study the world around us and contribute to science while also having fun\, exploring and playing games. \nWith Jeff Mazur\nTuesdays\, 10:00am-2:00pm\nMarch 12 – June 4 (No program April 2\, 16\, May 7)\nMembers: $450/Non-members: $560
URL:https://www.hitchcockcenter.org/event/homeschool-ii-spring-into-citizen-science-9/
LOCATION:Hitchcock Center for the Environment\, 845 West Street\, Amherst\, MA\, 01002
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20190528T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20190528T170000
DTSTAMP:20260406T113803
CREATED:20181126T001344Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20181126T001344Z
UID:10001202-1559030400-1559062800@www.hitchcockcenter.org
SUMMARY:Homeschool I: Animals That Build
DESCRIPTION:They don’t use blueprints or fancy tools\, but animals can be amazing builders by using natural materials like leaves\, sticks and even spit! Whether it’s for nests\, homes\, camouflage or catching prey\, animals have a lot of reasons for their architecture. At this homeschool session we will explore the construction skills of animals and build creations of our own. While we study animals\, we will also think about human architecture: we will learn about the features of Hitchcock Center’s “Living Building” and the choices we made to make our building kind to the planet. Hikes\, home projects\, games and field trips are all part of the fun! \nWith Katie Koerten\nTuesdays\, 10am – 2pm\nMarch 12 – June 4 (No program April 2\, 16\, May 7)\nMembers: $450/Non-members: $560 \nLimited to 15 participants per age group.
URL:https://www.hitchcockcenter.org/event/homeschool-i-animals-that-build-9/
LOCATION:Hitchcock Center for the Environment\, 845 West Street\, Amherst\, MA\, 01002
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20190524T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20190524T150000
DTSTAMP:20260406T113803
CREATED:20181122T160500Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20181122T160500Z
UID:10001185-1558702800-1558710000@www.hitchcockcenter.org
SUMMARY:Nature Discovery Preschool: PreHistoric Preschool
DESCRIPTION:This season we will travel back in time to the days of the dinosaurs. Children will learn about dinosaurs through stories\, songs\, movement and crafts. We will compare different dinosaurs\, dig for bones\, and learn about the plants they munched on. Come have a dinomite time! \nWith Colleen Kelley\nAges 3-5 (Adult required to attend with child)\nFridays\, Morning session: 9:30-11:30am\, Afternoon session: 1-3pm\nMarch 22\, 29 April 5\,12\,26\, May 3\,10\,17\,24\,31 (no class April 19)\nMembers: $220/Non-members: $255 \nNon-refundable within a week of the program\, all refunds incur a 10% administrative fee. Limited to 12 families per session.
URL:https://www.hitchcockcenter.org/event/nature-discovery-preschool-prehistoric-preschool-19/
LOCATION:Hitchcock Center for the Environment\, 845 West Street\, Amherst\, MA\, 01002
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20190524T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20190524T113000
DTSTAMP:20260406T113803
CREATED:20181122T030601Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20181122T030601Z
UID:10001175-1558690200-1558697400@www.hitchcockcenter.org
SUMMARY:Nature Discovery Preschool: PreHistoric Preschool
DESCRIPTION:This season we will travel back in time to the days of the dinosaurs. Children will learn about dinosaurs through stories\, songs\, movement and crafts. We will compare different dinosaurs\, dig for bones\, and learn about the plants they munched on. Come have a dinomite time! \nWith Colleen Kelley\nAges 3-5 (Adult required to attend with child)\nFridays\, Morning session: 9:30-11:30am\, Afternoon session: 1-3pm\nMarch 22\, 29 April 5\,12\,26\, May 3\,10\,17\,24\,31 (no class April 19)\nMembers: $220/Non-members: $255 \nNon-refundable within a week of the program\, all refunds incur a 10% administrative fee. Limited to 12 families per session.
URL:https://www.hitchcockcenter.org/event/nature-discovery-preschool-prehistoric-preschool-9/
LOCATION:Hitchcock Center for the Environment\, 845 West Street\, Amherst\, MA\, 01002
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20190523T153000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20190523T173000
DTSTAMP:20260406T113803
CREATED:20181201T150032Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20181201T150032Z
UID:10001257-1558625400-1558632600@www.hitchcockcenter.org
SUMMARY:Girls into the Wild
DESCRIPTION:Sometimes you just need to run\, explore and play! That’s what we do at Girls into the Wild\, and lots more. Girls into the Wild is designed to get girls outside\, playing and engaging with nature in their own way. Instructor Katie Koerten strives to offer games and activities that each girl can participate in at her own comfort level\, from climbing trees\, to playing camouflage in the forest\, to running and whooping wildly through fields. Even in winter we’ll spend the entirety of the afternoon outside so bring your warmest layers and come have some snowy fun! Families provide their own transportation to the Hitchcock Center. \nThursdays\, 3:30-5:30pm\nMarch 28 – June 13 (no program April 18)\nWith Katie Koerten\nAges 8-11\, Grades 3-5\nMembers: $300/Non-members: $330 \nLimited to 10 participants.
URL:https://www.hitchcockcenter.org/event/girls-into-the-wild-113/
LOCATION:Hitchcock Center for the Environment\, 845 West Street\, Amherst\, MA\, 01002
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20190522T153000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20190522T173000
DTSTAMP:20260406T113803
CREATED:20181201T211102Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20181201T211102Z
UID:10001278-1558539000-1558546200@www.hitchcockcenter.org
SUMMARY:Nature Play Afterschool
DESCRIPTION:Just because it’s cold outside\, doesn’t mean your kids need to stay inside to play. Have them join Hitchcock’s Nature Play Afterschool Program\, which is designed to let kids be kids. Together we will run\, jump\, climb\, invent\, imagine\, play and be a free-range kids all while developing self-confidence and learning valuable social skills. During Winter Nature Play\, we make snow forts\, sled\, find animal tracks\, play games in the dark and use our imagination as we explore the wooded trails and fields. Instructor Aemelia Thompson (Monday’s) and Jeff Mazur (Wednesdays) provides a safe structure for children to explore nature and encourages children to stretch their limits as they balance on logs\, hold salamanders\, or co-create new games with their peers. \nWednesdays\, 3:30-5:30pm\, Extended Days\, 1:30pm-5:30pm\nMarch 27 – June 12\, 2019 (no class April 17)\, Extended Days: March 27\, April 10\, May 8\nwith Jeff Mazur\nAges 6-9\, Grades 1-3\nMembers: $290/Non-members: $350 \nLimited to 10 participants.
URL:https://www.hitchcockcenter.org/event/nature-play-afterschool-156/
LOCATION:Hitchcock Center for the Environment\, 845 West Street\, Amherst\, MA\, 01002
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20190521T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20190521T140000
DTSTAMP:20260406T113803
CREATED:20181126T003722Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20181126T003722Z
UID:10001211-1558432800-1558447200@www.hitchcockcenter.org
SUMMARY:Homeschool II: Spring into Citizen Science
DESCRIPTION:Spring is an amazing time of year! As the natural world begins to wake up from winter there are lots of changes happening. As part of Spring into Citizen Science – we will become researchers. Working with scientists on local and national science projects\, collecting data that matters! For this homeschool series we will dive into different science projects and asking lots of questions\, such as: What do spotted salamanders do in spring? Who are our local migrating fish\, and why do they migrate? When do flowers bloom and buds burst? And more! Kids can offer a new way of looking at an issue\, so bring your scientific mind\, observation skills and unique perspective to our class. Through observation\, special guests\, field trips\, and surveys\, we will study the world around us and contribute to science while also having fun\, exploring and playing games. \nWith Jeff Mazur\nTuesdays\, 10:00am-2:00pm\nMarch 12 – June 4 (No program April 2\, 16\, May 7)\nMembers: $450/Non-members: $560
URL:https://www.hitchcockcenter.org/event/homeschool-ii-spring-into-citizen-science-8/
LOCATION:Hitchcock Center for the Environment\, 845 West Street\, Amherst\, MA\, 01002
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20190521T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20190521T140000
DTSTAMP:20260406T113803
CREATED:20181126T001300Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20181126T001300Z
UID:10001201-1558432800-1558447200@www.hitchcockcenter.org
SUMMARY:Homeschool I: Animals That Build
DESCRIPTION:They don’t use blueprints or fancy tools\, but animals can be amazing builders by using natural materials like leaves\, sticks and even spit! Whether it’s for nests\, homes\, camouflage or catching prey\, animals have a lot of reasons for their architecture. At this homeschool session we will explore the construction skills of animals and build creations of our own. While we study animals\, we will also think about human architecture: we will learn about the features of Hitchcock Center’s “Living Building” and the choices we made to make our building kind to the planet. Hikes\, home projects\, games and field trips are all part of the fun! \nWith Katie Koerten\nTuesdays\, 10am – 2pm\nMarch 12 – June 4 (No program April 2\, 16\, May 7)\nMembers: $450/Non-members: $560 \nLimited to 15 participants per age group.
URL:https://www.hitchcockcenter.org/event/homeschool-i-animals-that-build-8/
LOCATION:Hitchcock Center for the Environment\, 845 West Street\, Amherst\, MA\, 01002
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20190520T153000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20190520T173000
DTSTAMP:20260406T113803
CREATED:20181201T151139Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20181201T151139Z
UID:10001268-1558366200-1558373400@www.hitchcockcenter.org
SUMMARY:Nature Play Afterschool
DESCRIPTION:Just because it’s cold outside\, doesn’t mean your kids need to stay inside to play. Have them join Hitchcock’s Nature Play Afterschool Program\, which is designed to let kids be kids. Together we will run\, jump\, climb\, invent\, imagine\, play and be a free-range kids all while developing self-confidence and learning valuable social skills. During Winter Nature Play\, we make snow forts\, sled\, find animal tracks\, play games in the dark and use our imagination as we explore the wooded trails and fields. Instructor Aemelia Thompson (Monday’s) and Jeff Mazur (Wednesdays) provides a safe structure for children to explore nature and encourages children to stretch their limits as they balance on logs\, hold salamanders\, or co-create new games with their peers. \nwith Aemelia Thompson\nMondays\, 3:30-5:30pm\nMarch 25 – June 12\, 2019 (no class April 15 or May 27)\nAge 6-9\, Grades 1-3\nMembers: $225/Non-members $270 \nLimited to 10 participants.
URL:https://www.hitchcockcenter.org/event/nature-play-afterschool-146/
LOCATION:Hitchcock Center for the Environment\, 845 West Street\, Amherst\, MA\, 01002
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20190517T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20190517T150000
DTSTAMP:20260406T113803
CREATED:20181122T160404Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20181122T160404Z
UID:10001184-1558098000-1558105200@www.hitchcockcenter.org
SUMMARY:Nature Discovery Preschool: PreHistoric Preschool
DESCRIPTION:This season we will travel back in time to the days of the dinosaurs. Children will learn about dinosaurs through stories\, songs\, movement and crafts. We will compare different dinosaurs\, dig for bones\, and learn about the plants they munched on. Come have a dinomite time! \nWith Colleen Kelley\nAges 3-5 (Adult required to attend with child)\nFridays\, Morning session: 9:30-11:30am\, Afternoon session: 1-3pm\nMarch 22\, 29 April 5\,12\,26\, May 3\,10\,17\,24\,31 (no class April 19)\nMembers: $220/Non-members: $255 \nNon-refundable within a week of the program\, all refunds incur a 10% administrative fee. Limited to 12 families per session.
URL:https://www.hitchcockcenter.org/event/nature-discovery-preschool-prehistoric-preschool-18/
LOCATION:Hitchcock Center for the Environment\, 845 West Street\, Amherst\, MA\, 01002
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20190517T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20190517T113000
DTSTAMP:20260406T113803
CREATED:20181122T030502Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20181122T030502Z
UID:10001174-1558085400-1558092600@www.hitchcockcenter.org
SUMMARY:Nature Discovery Preschool: PreHistoric Preschool
DESCRIPTION:This season we will travel back in time to the days of the dinosaurs. Children will learn about dinosaurs through stories\, songs\, movement and crafts. We will compare different dinosaurs\, dig for bones\, and learn about the plants they munched on. Come have a dinomite time! \nWith Colleen Kelley\nAges 3-5 (Adult required to attend with child)\nFridays\, Morning session: 9:30-11:30am\, Afternoon session: 1-3pm\nMarch 22\, 29 April 5\,12\,26\, May 3\,10\,17\,24\,31 (no class April 19)\nMembers: $220/Non-members: $255 \nNon-refundable within a week of the program\, all refunds incur a 10% administrative fee. Limited to 12 families per session.
URL:https://www.hitchcockcenter.org/event/nature-discovery-preschool-prehistoric-preschool-8/
LOCATION:Hitchcock Center for the Environment\, 845 West Street\, Amherst\, MA\, 01002
END:VEVENT
END:VCALENDAR