Little Bear Nature Walk - Hitchcock Center for the Environment
Jul 18 (Saturday)
10:00 AM - 11:15 AM
Ages 1-5
The Hitchcock Center for the Environment
$11.00
About This Activity
With Chrissy Larson Ages 0-5 (Adult required to attend with child) 10:00 a.m. – 11:15 a.m. Fee per child (adults and younger siblings under 16 months are free): Tier A-$15 | Tier B-$13 | Tier C-$11 | Further Financial Assistance (limited) Little Bear Nature Walks are guided, open-ended walks that allow toddlers, preschoolers and their caregivers explore nature in an age-appropriate way. While on the walk, children borrow a backpack filled with simple tools for exploring and are led by a preschool educator. Children investigate plants and animals, engage with rocks, soil and water, and use their imaginations to play with the world. Walks incorporate observation, inquiry, and sensory learning. Each has a loose theme and includes a trail-side storytime. Come along with us! Walks are outdoors and take place unless there is extreme weather. Please dress for the weather and season, including rain/snow gear when appropriate (adults too!) Pre-registration required. Backpacks and supplies are prioritized for registered children ages 16 months – 5 years. Younger siblings are welcome at no charge. Children 15 months and younger (not attending as a sibling) are welcome to join a walk for free with pre-approval. Children may need to be carried at times by the attending adult and will get to borrow a backpack if there are extras. Please email chrissy@hitchcockcenter.org for information and availability. Each walk is limited to 12 children. Limit of 2 children per adult. Accessibility notes: All walks meet at local conservation areas and public lands, many of which require participants to navigate boardwalks, bridges, puddles, roots, soft-surface trails and uneven terrain. Educators move slowly and keep the pace family-friendly, but in many cases the trails are not suitable for strollers or other mobility devices. Saturday July 18 Hitchcock Center for the Environment Pollination (845 West St) Park in the gravel lot by the building and meet in the grassy area out front.
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The Hitchcock Center for the Environment
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845 West Street
Amherst, MA
01002
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