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SUMMARY:Living Building Tour
DESCRIPTION:Did you know the Hitchcock Center is a Living Building? It is designed to model systems in nature\, it’s net zero energy and water\, has composting toilets\, and has been made with responsibly sourced non-toxic materials. Bring your questions and come find out what good can look like in the built environment at one of our bi-monthly tours. Tours typically last from 1-1.5 hours. \nFirst Fridays at 4pm: September 7\, October 5\, November 2\, December 7\nThird Wednesdays at 12pm: August 15\, September 19\, October 17\, December 19 (No tour November 21)\nFREE but please register online \n\nPrivate Building Tours\nThe Hitchcock Center offers private group building tours\, based on availability. The fee for these tours is $50/group for a one hour weekday tour (during business hours). Please limit group size to 15-20 for the best experience. Please contact Jessica Schultz\, Living Building Coordinator\, to arrange your group’s tour. \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. \nWhile you’re here\, check out our neighbors over at the R.W. Kern Center at Hampshire College\, another Living Building Challenge project.
URL:https://www.hitchcockcenter.org/event/living-building-tour-36/
LOCATION:Hitchcock Center for the Environment\, 845 West Street\, Amherst\, MA\, 01002
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20181207T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20181207T150000
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SUMMARY:Nature Discovery Preschool: Mammal Friends
DESCRIPTION:with Colleen Kelley\nAges 3-5 (Adult required to attend with child)\nFridays\, Afternoon session: 1:00-3:00pm\nSeptember 14\, 28 (no September 21) October 12\, 19\, 26 (no October 5) November 9\, 16\, 30 (no November 2\, 23) December 7\, 14\nMembers: $205/Non-members: $255 \nThrough live animal observations\, puppets\, stories\, games and crafts\, Colleen will introduce the children to local mammals living right in our backyards. Squirrels\, deer\, skunks\, and raccoons will be just a few of the friends we’ll make during our ten weeks together. An adult is required to attend with each child. Limited to 12 families per session.
URL:https://www.hitchcockcenter.org/event/nature-discovery-preschool-mammal-friends-19/
LOCATION:Hitchcock Center for the Environment\, 845 West Street\, Amherst\, MA\, 01002
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20181207T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20181207T113000
DTSTAMP:20260407T163217
CREATED:20180603T135724Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180603T135724Z
UID:10000996-1544175000-1544182200@www.hitchcockcenter.org
SUMMARY:Nature Discovery Preschool: Mammal Friends
DESCRIPTION:with Colleen Kelley\nAges 3-5 (Adult required to attend with child)\nFridays\, Morning session: 9:30-11:30am\nSeptember 14\, 28 (no September 21) October 12\, 19\, 26 (no October 5) November 9\, 16\, 30 (no November 2\, 23) December 7\, 14\nMembers: $205/Non-members: $255 \nThrough live animal observations\, puppets\, stories\, games and crafts\, Colleen will introduce the children to local mammals living right in our backyards. Squirrels\, deer\, skunks\, and raccoons will be just a few of the friends we’ll make during our ten weeks together. An adult is required to attend with each child. Limited to 12 families per session.
URL:https://www.hitchcockcenter.org/event/nature-discovery-preschool-mammal-friends-9/
LOCATION:Hitchcock Center for the Environment\, 845 West Street\, Amherst\, MA\, 01002
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20181206T153000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20181206T173000
DTSTAMP:20260407T163217
CREATED:20180603T161503Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180603T161503Z
UID:10001091-1544110200-1544117400@www.hitchcockcenter.org
SUMMARY:Girls into the Wild
DESCRIPTION:Sometimes you just need to run\, explore and play outdoors! That’s what we do at Girls into the Wild\, and lots more. Now going into its fifth year\, 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 – all while noticing the birds that are singing\, the flowers that are blooming and the animals that are leaving tracks behind. Come build your confidence and show your wild side! Families provide their own transportation to the Hitchcock Center. \nwith Katie Koerten\nAges 8-11\, Grades 3-5\nThursdays\, 3:30-5:30pm\nSeptember 13 – December 20 (no program Nov. 22)\nMembers: $355/Non-members: $425
URL:https://www.hitchcockcenter.org/event/girls-into-the-wild-92/
LOCATION:Hitchcock Center for the Environment\, 845 West Street\, Amherst\, MA\, 01002
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20181205T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20181205T203000
DTSTAMP:20260407T163217
CREATED:20181115T145013Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20181115T153011Z
UID:10001165-1544036400-1544041800@www.hitchcockcenter.org
SUMMARY:Current Environmental Justice Legislation & Initiatives
DESCRIPTION:Featuring Ellen Story\, Claire Higgins\, and Jo Comerford.\nMore details to come… \nOrganized in partnership with Pete Westover\, Hampshire College\, and the Roddenberry Foundation. \nWednesday\, December 5th\, 7-8:30pm\nRegistration appreciated
URL:https://www.hitchcockcenter.org/event/current-environmental-justice-legislation-initiatives/
LOCATION:Hitchcock Center for the Environment\, 845 West Street\, Amherst\, MA\, 01002
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20181205T153000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20181205T173000
DTSTAMP:20260407T163217
CREATED:20180603T155457Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180603T155457Z
UID:10001077-1544023800-1544031000@www.hitchcockcenter.org
SUMMARY:Nature Play Afterschool
DESCRIPTION:Fall is here\, and school has started\, and your kids still want to be outside! Hitchcock’s Nature Play Afterschool Program 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 Fall Nature Play we will explore wooded trails and fields\, play in and near streams\, build forts\, climb trees\, make new discoveries about ourselves and the world around us and use our imaginations. Our instructors provide 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. Please note: there will be a different educators for Mondays and Wednesdays.\n \nWednesdays: 3:30pm-5:30pm\, extended days 1:30pm-5:30pm\nSeptember 12 – December 19 (no class November 21)\nExtended days: Sept 26\, Oct 17\, Dec 12\nMembers: $380/Non-members: $475
URL:https://www.hitchcockcenter.org/event/nature-play-afterschool-117/
LOCATION:Hitchcock Center for the Environment\, 845 West Street\, Amherst\, MA\, 01002
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20181204T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20181204T140000
DTSTAMP:20260407T163217
CREATED:20180604T145040Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180604T145040Z
UID:10001113-1543917600-1543932000@www.hitchcockcenter.org
SUMMARY:Homeschool II: Citizen Science!
DESCRIPTION:Calling all future scientists! Citizen scientists are people — young or old — who help collect data for research projects. We will work with local researchers and on national science projects\, collecting data that matters! For this homeschool series we will be diving into different science projects and asking lots of questions\, such as: How healthy is our local population of salamanders? When do our monarch butterflies migrate? When do our leaves drop? 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. Limited to 12 participants \nwith Jeff Mazur\nTuesdays\, 10am-2pm\nSeptember 18\, 25\, October 9\, 16\, 23\, 30\, November 13\, 20\, 27\, December 4 (No class October 2 or November 6)\nMembers: $450/Non-members: $560
URL:https://www.hitchcockcenter.org/event/homeschool-ii-citizen-science-10/
LOCATION:Hitchcock Center for the Environment\, 845 West Street\, Amherst\, MA\, 01002
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20181204T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20181204T140000
DTSTAMP:20260407T163217
CREATED:20180604T144026Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180604T144026Z
UID:10001103-1543917600-1543932000@www.hitchcockcenter.org
SUMMARY:Homeschool I: Incredible Insects (And Other Arthropods!)
DESCRIPTION:Honey\, we shrunk the homeschoolers! Get ready to become very tiny this fall as we get down on a bug’s level. At Homeschool I we’ll discover the insects and other arthropods\, such as spiders\, millipedes and crustaceans that share our home with us. From butterfly to bumblebee\, and cockroach to click beetle we’ll find out the characteristics that make these animals amazing survivors. We’ll learn about insect defense strategies\, communication\, and how many insects help humans in our everyday lives! Through collection and observation\, field trips and art projects\, we will study the insects and arthropods of our local habitats and beyond. By the end of our class\, you might just ask yourself\, where would the world “bee” without insects? Space is limited. Limited to 12 participants. \nwith Katie Koerten\nTuesdays\, 10am-2pm\nSeptember 18\, 25\, October 9\, 16\, 23\, 30\, November 13\, 20\, 27\, December 4 (No class October 2 or November 6)\nMembers: $450/Non-members: $560
URL:https://www.hitchcockcenter.org/event/homeschool-i-incredible-insects-and-other-arthropods-10/
LOCATION:Hitchcock Center for the Environment\, 845 West Street\, Amherst\, MA\, 01002
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20181203T153000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20181203T173000
DTSTAMP:20260407T163217
CREATED:20180603T153803Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180603T153803Z
UID:10001063-1543851000-1543858200@www.hitchcockcenter.org
SUMMARY:Nature Play Afterschool
DESCRIPTION:Fall is here\, and school has started\, and your kids still want to be outside! Hitchcock’s Nature Play Afterschool Program 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 Fall Nature Play we will explore wooded trails and fields\, play in and near streams\, build forts\, climb trees\, make new discoveries about ourselves and the world around us and use our imaginations. Our instructors provide 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. Please note: there will be a different educators for Mondays and Wednesdays. \nMondays: 3:30pm-5:30pm\nSeptember 17 – December 17 (no class October 8)\nMembers: $295/Non-members $365
URL:https://www.hitchcockcenter.org/event/nature-play-afterschool-103/
LOCATION:Hitchcock Center for the Environment\, 845 West Street\, Amherst\, MA\, 01002
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20181130T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20181130T150000
DTSTAMP:20260407T163217
CREATED:20180603T140622Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180603T140622Z
UID:10001005-1543582800-1543590000@www.hitchcockcenter.org
SUMMARY:Nature Discovery Preschool: Mammal Friends
DESCRIPTION:with Colleen Kelley\nAges 3-5 (Adult required to attend with child)\nFridays\, Afternoon session: 1:00-3:00pm\nSeptember 14\, 28 (no September 21) October 12\, 19\, 26 (no October 5) November 9\, 16\, 30 (no November 2\, 23) December 7\, 14\nMembers: $205/Non-members: $255 \nThrough live animal observations\, puppets\, stories\, games and crafts\, Colleen will introduce the children to local mammals living right in our backyards. Squirrels\, deer\, skunks\, and raccoons will be just a few of the friends we’ll make during our ten weeks together. An adult is required to attend with each child. Limited to 12 families per session.
URL:https://www.hitchcockcenter.org/event/nature-discovery-preschool-mammal-friends-18/
LOCATION:Hitchcock Center for the Environment\, 845 West Street\, Amherst\, MA\, 01002
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20181130T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20181130T113000
DTSTAMP:20260407T163217
CREATED:20180603T135601Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180603T135601Z
UID:10000995-1543570200-1543577400@www.hitchcockcenter.org
SUMMARY:Nature Discovery Preschool: Mammal Friends
DESCRIPTION:with Colleen Kelley\nAges 3-5 (Adult required to attend with child)\nFridays\, Morning session: 9:30-11:30am\nSeptember 14\, 28 (no September 21) October 12\, 19\, 26 (no October 5) November 9\, 16\, 30 (no November 2\, 23) December 7\, 14\nMembers: $205/Non-members: $255 \nThrough live animal observations\, puppets\, stories\, games and crafts\, Colleen will introduce the children to local mammals living right in our backyards. Squirrels\, deer\, skunks\, and raccoons will be just a few of the friends we’ll make during our ten weeks together. An adult is required to attend with each child. Limited to 12 families per session.
URL:https://www.hitchcockcenter.org/event/nature-discovery-preschool-mammal-friends-8/
LOCATION:Hitchcock Center for the Environment\, 845 West Street\, Amherst\, MA\, 01002
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20181129T153000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20181129T173000
DTSTAMP:20260407T163217
CREATED:20180603T161417Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180603T161417Z
UID:10001090-1543505400-1543512600@www.hitchcockcenter.org
SUMMARY:Girls into the Wild
DESCRIPTION:Sometimes you just need to run\, explore and play outdoors! That’s what we do at Girls into the Wild\, and lots more. Now going into its fifth year\, 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 – all while noticing the birds that are singing\, the flowers that are blooming and the animals that are leaving tracks behind. Come build your confidence and show your wild side! Families provide their own transportation to the Hitchcock Center. \nwith Katie Koerten\nAges 8-11\, Grades 3-5\nThursdays\, 3:30-5:30pm\nSeptember 13 – December 20 (no program Nov. 22)\nMembers: $355/Non-members: $425
URL:https://www.hitchcockcenter.org/event/girls-into-the-wild-91/
LOCATION:Hitchcock Center for the Environment\, 845 West Street\, Amherst\, MA\, 01002
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20181128T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20181128T170000
DTSTAMP:20260407T163217
CREATED:20180603T155407Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180603T155407Z
UID:10001076-1543392000-1543424400@www.hitchcockcenter.org
SUMMARY:Nature Play Afterschool
DESCRIPTION:Fall is here\, and school has started\, and your kids still want to be outside! Hitchcock’s Nature Play Afterschool Program 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 Fall Nature Play we will explore wooded trails and fields\, play in and near streams\, build forts\, climb trees\, make new discoveries about ourselves and the world around us and use our imaginations. Our instructors provide 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. Please note: there will be a different educators for Mondays and Wednesdays.\n \nWednesdays: 3:30pm-5:30pm\, extended days 1:30pm-5:30pm\nSeptember 12 – December 19 (no class November 21)\nExtended days: Sept 26\, Oct 17\, Dec 12\nMembers: $380/Non-members: $475
URL:https://www.hitchcockcenter.org/event/nature-play-afterschool-116/
LOCATION:Hitchcock Center for the Environment\, 845 West Street\, Amherst\, MA\, 01002
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20181127T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20181127T200000
DTSTAMP:20260407T163217
CREATED:20180817T162640Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180817T162640Z
UID:10001147-1543343400-1543348800@www.hitchcockcenter.org
SUMMARY:From Fear to Confidence: Preventing Tick-Borne Illnesses
DESCRIPTION:Have you found a tick on yourself or your child and felt worried? Are you concerned about tick-borne disease? The Hitchcock Center is delighted to welcome back Dr. Stephen Rich\, chief medical zoologist at the UMASS Amherst Laboratory of Medical Zoology. Steve will present his work at the “Tick Lab” and his important findings over their 12 years of tick testing. In addition\, Ted Watt will open with a brief presentation of the natural history and life cycles of the ticks that can be found in our area. Our goal is for you to leave more informed\, at ease\, and prepared for preventing tick-borne illness! \nwith Dr. Stephen Rich\, UMASS “Tick Lab” \nDonations and registration appreciated
URL:https://www.hitchcockcenter.org/event/from-fear-to-confidence-preventing-tick-borne-illnesses/
LOCATION:Hitchcock Center for the Environment\, 845 West Street\, Amherst\, MA\, 01002
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20181127T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20181127T140000
DTSTAMP:20260407T163217
CREATED:20180604T144950Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180604T144950Z
UID:10001112-1543312800-1543327200@www.hitchcockcenter.org
SUMMARY:Homeschool II: Citizen Science!
DESCRIPTION:Calling all future scientists! Citizen scientists are people — young or old — who help collect data for research projects. We will work with local researchers and on national science projects\, collecting data that matters! For this homeschool series we will be diving into different science projects and asking lots of questions\, such as: How healthy is our local population of salamanders? When do our monarch butterflies migrate? When do our leaves drop? 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. Limited to 12 participants \nwith Jeff Mazur\nTuesdays\, 10am-2pm\nSeptember 18\, 25\, October 9\, 16\, 23\, 30\, November 13\, 20\, 27\, December 4 (No class October 2 or November 6)\nMembers: $450/Non-members: $560
URL:https://www.hitchcockcenter.org/event/homeschool-ii-citizen-science-9/
LOCATION:Hitchcock Center for the Environment\, 845 West Street\, Amherst\, MA\, 01002
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20181127T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20181127T140000
DTSTAMP:20260407T163217
CREATED:20180604T143924Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180604T143924Z
UID:10001102-1543312800-1543327200@www.hitchcockcenter.org
SUMMARY:Homeschool I: Incredible Insects (And Other Arthropods!)
DESCRIPTION:Honey\, we shrunk the homeschoolers! Get ready to become very tiny this fall as we get down on a bug’s level. At Homeschool I we’ll discover the insects and other arthropods\, such as spiders\, millipedes and crustaceans that share our home with us. From butterfly to bumblebee\, and cockroach to click beetle we’ll find out the characteristics that make these animals amazing survivors. We’ll learn about insect defense strategies\, communication\, and how many insects help humans in our everyday lives! Through collection and observation\, field trips and art projects\, we will study the insects and arthropods of our local habitats and beyond. By the end of our class\, you might just ask yourself\, where would the world “bee” without insects? Space is limited. Limited to 12 participants. \nwith Katie Koerten\nTuesdays\, 10am-2pm\nSeptember 18\, 25\, October 9\, 16\, 23\, 30\, November 13\, 20\, 27\, December 4 (No class October 2 or November 6)\nMembers: $450/Non-members: $560
URL:https://www.hitchcockcenter.org/event/homeschool-i-incredible-insects-and-other-arthropods-9/
LOCATION:Hitchcock Center for the Environment\, 845 West Street\, Amherst\, MA\, 01002
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20181126T153000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20181126T173000
DTSTAMP:20260407T163217
CREATED:20180603T153711Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180603T153711Z
UID:10001062-1543246200-1543253400@www.hitchcockcenter.org
SUMMARY:Nature Play Afterschool
DESCRIPTION:Fall is here\, and school has started\, and your kids still want to be outside! Hitchcock’s Nature Play Afterschool Program 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 Fall Nature Play we will explore wooded trails and fields\, play in and near streams\, build forts\, climb trees\, make new discoveries about ourselves and the world around us and use our imaginations. Our instructors provide 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. Please note: there will be a different educators for Mondays and Wednesdays. \nMondays: 3:30pm-5:30pm\nSeptember 17 – December 17 (no class October 8)\nMembers: $295/Non-members $365
URL:https://www.hitchcockcenter.org/event/nature-play-afterschool-102/
LOCATION:Hitchcock Center for the Environment\, 845 West Street\, Amherst\, MA\, 01002
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20181120T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20181120T140000
DTSTAMP:20260407T163217
CREATED:20180604T144854Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180604T144854Z
UID:10001111-1542708000-1542722400@www.hitchcockcenter.org
SUMMARY:Homeschool II: Citizen Science!
DESCRIPTION:Calling all future scientists! Citizen scientists are people — young or old — who help collect data for research projects. We will work with local researchers and on national science projects\, collecting data that matters! For this homeschool series we will be diving into different science projects and asking lots of questions\, such as: How healthy is our local population of salamanders? When do our monarch butterflies migrate? When do our leaves drop? 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. Limited to 12 participants \nwith Jeff Mazur\nTuesdays\, 10am-2pm\nSeptember 18\, 25\, October 9\, 16\, 23\, 30\, November 13\, 20\, 27\, December 4 (No class October 2 or November 6)\nMembers: $450/Non-members: $560
URL:https://www.hitchcockcenter.org/event/homeschool-ii-citizen-science-8/
LOCATION:Hitchcock Center for the Environment\, 845 West Street\, Amherst\, MA\, 01002
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20181120T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20181120T140000
DTSTAMP:20260407T163217
CREATED:20180604T143830Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180604T143830Z
UID:10001101-1542708000-1542722400@www.hitchcockcenter.org
SUMMARY:Homeschool I: Incredible Insects (And Other Arthropods!)
DESCRIPTION:Honey\, we shrunk the homeschoolers! Get ready to become very tiny this fall as we get down on a bug’s level. At Homeschool I we’ll discover the insects and other arthropods\, such as spiders\, millipedes and crustaceans that share our home with us. From butterfly to bumblebee\, and cockroach to click beetle we’ll find out the characteristics that make these animals amazing survivors. We’ll learn about insect defense strategies\, communication\, and how many insects help humans in our everyday lives! Through collection and observation\, field trips and art projects\, we will study the insects and arthropods of our local habitats and beyond. By the end of our class\, you might just ask yourself\, where would the world “bee” without insects? Space is limited. Limited to 12 participants. \nwith Katie Koerten\nTuesdays\, 10am-2pm\nSeptember 18\, 25\, October 9\, 16\, 23\, 30\, November 13\, 20\, 27\, December 4 (No class October 2 or November 6)\nMembers: $450/Non-members: $560
URL:https://www.hitchcockcenter.org/event/homeschool-i-incredible-insects-and-other-arthropods-8/
LOCATION:Hitchcock Center for the Environment\, 845 West Street\, Amherst\, MA\, 01002
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20181119T153000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20181119T173000
DTSTAMP:20260407T163217
CREATED:20180603T153625Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180603T153625Z
UID:10001061-1542641400-1542648600@www.hitchcockcenter.org
SUMMARY:Nature Play Afterschool
DESCRIPTION:Fall is here\, and school has started\, and your kids still want to be outside! Hitchcock’s Nature Play Afterschool Program 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 Fall Nature Play we will explore wooded trails and fields\, play in and near streams\, build forts\, climb trees\, make new discoveries about ourselves and the world around us and use our imaginations. Our instructors provide 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. Please note: there will be a different educators for Mondays and Wednesdays. \nMondays: 3:30pm-5:30pm\nSeptember 17 – December 17 (no class October 8)\nMembers: $295/Non-members $365
URL:https://www.hitchcockcenter.org/event/nature-play-afterschool-101/
LOCATION:Hitchcock Center for the Environment\, 845 West Street\, Amherst\, MA\, 01002
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20181116T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20181116T150000
DTSTAMP:20260407T163217
CREATED:20180603T140529Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180603T140529Z
UID:10001004-1542373200-1542380400@www.hitchcockcenter.org
SUMMARY:Nature Discovery Preschool: Mammal Friends
DESCRIPTION:with Colleen Kelley\nAges 3-5 (Adult required to attend with child)\nFridays\, Afternoon session: 1:00-3:00pm\nSeptember 14\, 28 (no September 21) October 12\, 19\, 26 (no October 5) November 9\, 16\, 30 (no November 2\, 23) December 7\, 14\nMembers: $205/Non-members: $255 \nThrough live animal observations\, puppets\, stories\, games and crafts\, Colleen will introduce the children to local mammals living right in our backyards. Squirrels\, deer\, skunks\, and raccoons will be just a few of the friends we’ll make during our ten weeks together. An adult is required to attend with each child. Limited to 12 families per session.
URL:https://www.hitchcockcenter.org/event/nature-discovery-preschool-mammal-friends-17/
LOCATION:Hitchcock Center for the Environment\, 845 West Street\, Amherst\, MA\, 01002
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20181116T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20181116T113000
DTSTAMP:20260407T163217
CREATED:20180603T135506Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180603T135506Z
UID:10000994-1542360600-1542367800@www.hitchcockcenter.org
SUMMARY:Nature Discovery Preschool: Mammal Friends
DESCRIPTION:with Colleen Kelley\nAges 3-5 (Adult required to attend with child)\nFridays\, Morning session: 9:30-11:30am\nSeptember 14\, 28 (no September 21) October 12\, 19\, 26 (no October 5) November 9\, 16\, 30 (no November 2\, 23) December 7\, 14\nMembers: $205/Non-members: $255 \nThrough live animal observations\, puppets\, stories\, games and crafts\, Colleen will introduce the children to local mammals living right in our backyards. Squirrels\, deer\, skunks\, and raccoons will be just a few of the friends we’ll make during our ten weeks together. An adult is required to attend with each child. Limited to 12 families per session.
URL:https://www.hitchcockcenter.org/event/nature-discovery-preschool-mammal-friends-7/
LOCATION:Hitchcock Center for the Environment\, 845 West Street\, Amherst\, MA\, 01002
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20181115T153000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20181115T173000
DTSTAMP:20260407T163217
CREATED:20180603T161331Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180603T161331Z
UID:10001089-1542295800-1542303000@www.hitchcockcenter.org
SUMMARY:Girls into the Wild
DESCRIPTION:Sometimes you just need to run\, explore and play outdoors! That’s what we do at Girls into the Wild\, and lots more. Now going into its fifth year\, 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 – all while noticing the birds that are singing\, the flowers that are blooming and the animals that are leaving tracks behind. Come build your confidence and show your wild side! Families provide their own transportation to the Hitchcock Center. \nwith Katie Koerten\nAges 8-11\, Grades 3-5\nThursdays\, 3:30-5:30pm\nSeptember 13 – December 20 (no program Nov. 22)\nMembers: $355/Non-members: $425
URL:https://www.hitchcockcenter.org/event/girls-into-the-wild-90/
LOCATION:Hitchcock Center for the Environment\, 845 West Street\, Amherst\, MA\, 01002
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20181114T153000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20181114T173000
DTSTAMP:20260407T163217
CREATED:20180603T155315Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180603T155315Z
UID:10001075-1542209400-1542216600@www.hitchcockcenter.org
SUMMARY:Nature Play Afterschool
DESCRIPTION:Fall is here\, and school has started\, and your kids still want to be outside! Hitchcock’s Nature Play Afterschool Program 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 Fall Nature Play we will explore wooded trails and fields\, play in and near streams\, build forts\, climb trees\, make new discoveries about ourselves and the world around us and use our imaginations. Our instructors provide 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. Please note: there will be a different educators for Mondays and Wednesdays.\n \nWednesdays: 3:30pm-5:30pm\, extended days 1:30pm-5:30pm\nSeptember 12 – December 19 (no class November 21)\nExtended days: Sept 26\, Oct 17\, Dec 12\nMembers: $380/Non-members: $475
URL:https://www.hitchcockcenter.org/event/nature-play-afterschool-115/
LOCATION:Hitchcock Center for the Environment\, 845 West Street\, Amherst\, MA\, 01002
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20181113T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20181113T140000
DTSTAMP:20260407T163217
CREATED:20180604T144801Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180604T144801Z
UID:10001110-1542103200-1542117600@www.hitchcockcenter.org
SUMMARY:Homeschool II: Citizen Science!
DESCRIPTION:Calling all future scientists! Citizen scientists are people — young or old — who help collect data for research projects. We will work with local researchers and on national science projects\, collecting data that matters! For this homeschool series we will be diving into different science projects and asking lots of questions\, such as: How healthy is our local population of salamanders? When do our monarch butterflies migrate? When do our leaves drop? 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. Limited to 12 participants \nwith Jeff Mazur\nTuesdays\, 10am-2pm\nSeptember 18\, 25\, October 9\, 16\, 23\, 30\, November 13\, 20\, 27\, December 4 (No class October 2 or November 6)\nMembers: $450/Non-members: $560
URL:https://www.hitchcockcenter.org/event/homeschool-ii-citizen-science-7/
LOCATION:Hitchcock Center for the Environment\, 845 West Street\, Amherst\, MA\, 01002
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20181113T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20181113T140000
DTSTAMP:20260407T163217
CREATED:20180604T143736Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180604T143736Z
UID:10001100-1542103200-1542117600@www.hitchcockcenter.org
SUMMARY:Homeschool I: Incredible Insects (And Other Arthropods!)
DESCRIPTION:Honey\, we shrunk the homeschoolers! Get ready to become very tiny this fall as we get down on a bug’s level. At Homeschool I we’ll discover the insects and other arthropods\, such as spiders\, millipedes and crustaceans that share our home with us. From butterfly to bumblebee\, and cockroach to click beetle we’ll find out the characteristics that make these animals amazing survivors. We’ll learn about insect defense strategies\, communication\, and how many insects help humans in our everyday lives! Through collection and observation\, field trips and art projects\, we will study the insects and arthropods of our local habitats and beyond. By the end of our class\, you might just ask yourself\, where would the world “bee” without insects? Space is limited. Limited to 12 participants. \nwith Katie Koerten\nTuesdays\, 10am-2pm\nSeptember 18\, 25\, October 9\, 16\, 23\, 30\, November 13\, 20\, 27\, December 4 (No class October 2 or November 6)\nMembers: $450/Non-members: $560
URL:https://www.hitchcockcenter.org/event/homeschool-i-incredible-insects-and-other-arthropods-7/
LOCATION:Hitchcock Center for the Environment\, 845 West Street\, Amherst\, MA\, 01002
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20181112T153000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20181112T173000
DTSTAMP:20260407T163217
CREATED:20180603T153532Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180603T153532Z
UID:10001060-1542036600-1542043800@www.hitchcockcenter.org
SUMMARY:Nature Play Afterschool
DESCRIPTION:Fall is here\, and school has started\, and your kids still want to be outside! Hitchcock’s Nature Play Afterschool Program 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 Fall Nature Play we will explore wooded trails and fields\, play in and near streams\, build forts\, climb trees\, make new discoveries about ourselves and the world around us and use our imaginations. Our instructors provide 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. Please note: there will be a different educators for Mondays and Wednesdays. \nMondays: 3:30pm-5:30pm\nSeptember 17 – December 17 (no class October 8)\nMembers: $295/Non-members $365
URL:https://www.hitchcockcenter.org/event/nature-play-afterschool-100/
LOCATION:Hitchcock Center for the Environment\, 845 West Street\, Amherst\, MA\, 01002
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20181110T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20181110T110000
DTSTAMP:20260407T163217
CREATED:20180815T145907Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180815T145907Z
UID:10001129-1541844000-1541847600@www.hitchcockcenter.org
SUMMARY:Saturday Family Science: Oh Deer!
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. \nSaturdays\, September 8\, October 13\, November 10\, December 8\n10-11am\nFree\nRegistration appreciated. Groups of 6 or more please call ahead. \nSeptember 8: What Do Snakes Do?\nWhat are turtles and snakes doing this time of year? Come visit the Hitchcock reptiles and meet Cob\, our new corn snake! \nOctober 13: Colors of Fall\nHow many colors of leaves can you find? Learn about why the leaves change colors in fall. \nNovember 10: Oh Deer!\nOne of our most common\, yet quiet mammals: come learn about the lives of white-tailed deer. \nDecember 8: Counting Winter Birds with Heidi Stemple\, Guest Teacher\nLearn about the birds that stay all winter\, and the citizen scientists that count them\, with local children’s author Heidi Stemple. \n\nWeather Cancellation Policy\nIf we cancel this program due to in-climate weather\, we will post the cancellation on our website by 9am. Please check the website before coming to the program.
URL:https://www.hitchcockcenter.org/event/saturday-family-science-oh-deer/
LOCATION:Hitchcock Center for the Environment\, 845 West Street\, Amherst\, MA\, 01002
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20181109T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20181109T150000
DTSTAMP:20260407T163217
CREATED:20180603T140438Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180603T140438Z
UID:10001003-1541768400-1541775600@www.hitchcockcenter.org
SUMMARY:Nature Discovery Preschool: Mammal Friends
DESCRIPTION:with Colleen Kelley\nAges 3-5 (Adult required to attend with child)\nFridays\, Afternoon session: 1:00-3:00pm\nSeptember 14\, 28 (no September 21) October 12\, 19\, 26 (no October 5) November 9\, 16\, 30 (no November 2\, 23) December 7\, 14\nMembers: $205/Non-members: $255 \nThrough live animal observations\, puppets\, stories\, games and crafts\, Colleen will introduce the children to local mammals living right in our backyards. Squirrels\, deer\, skunks\, and raccoons will be just a few of the friends we’ll make during our ten weeks together. An adult is required to attend with each child. Limited to 12 families per session.
URL:https://www.hitchcockcenter.org/event/nature-discovery-preschool-mammal-friends-16/
LOCATION:Hitchcock Center for the Environment\, 845 West Street\, Amherst\, MA\, 01002
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20181109T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20181109T113000
DTSTAMP:20260407T163217
CREATED:20180603T135412Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180603T135412Z
UID:10000993-1541755800-1541763000@www.hitchcockcenter.org
SUMMARY:Nature Discovery Preschool: Mammal Friends
DESCRIPTION:with Colleen Kelley\nAges 3-5 (Adult required to attend with child)\nFridays\, Morning session: 9:30-11:30am\nSeptember 14\, 28 (no September 21) October 12\, 19\, 26 (no October 5) November 9\, 16\, 30 (no November 2\, 23) December 7\, 14\nMembers: $205/Non-members: $255 \nThrough live animal observations\, puppets\, stories\, games and crafts\, Colleen will introduce the children to local mammals living right in our backyards. Squirrels\, deer\, skunks\, and raccoons will be just a few of the friends we’ll make during our ten weeks together. An adult is required to attend with each child. Limited to 12 families per session.
URL:https://www.hitchcockcenter.org/event/nature-discovery-preschool-mammal-friends-6/
LOCATION:Hitchcock Center for the Environment\, 845 West Street\, Amherst\, MA\, 01002
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