QUECHEE—The Vermont Institute of Natural Science (VINS) is welcoming the spring season by extending open hours at the center and offering new daily programs. Beginning May 1, VINS resumed live bird programs, and the Forest Exhibit and Reptile Room will […]
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VINS hosts Earth Day photo contest
Friday, April 23—As the snow melts away and buds begin to burst, there are so many reasons to celebrate spring! Leading up to VINS celebration of Earth Day on April 24, we ask you to share with us your favorite sign of […]
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Give a hoot about owls at VINS’ annual festival
Courtesy VINS Learn about types of owls and meet a few resident ones, at VINS during its variety of owl programs this month.
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VINS presents Owl Prowl, two sessions for 2019
Friday, Feb. 1, 5:30 p.m.—QUECHEE— The Vermont Institute of Natural Science presents Owl Prowl 2019. There will be two prowls: Friday, Feb. 1 and Friday, March 1. Explore the natural world by hiking the wooded trails at the VINS Nature […]
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VINS welcomes Yale student Sarah Omusula for talk on cheetah conservation
Friday, Dec. 28, 3 p.m.—QUECHEE— Cheetahs live in landscapes quite different from those that surround the VINS Nature Center, but on Friday, Dec. 28, the lives and future of cheetahs will be taking center stage among VINS’ birds. Yale School […]
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VINS explores mammals for a day
Saturday, Aug. 11, 10 a.m.—QUECHEE—Join VINS for a day exploring the amazing lives of mammals, Saturday, Aug. 11, 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Discover the specialties of these furred critters and find out how important they are to the natural world. See […]
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VINS holds weekend-long celebration of Planet Earth
Courtesy VINS Learn to preserve and protect the earth at VINS during its Earth Day celebration, April 21-22.
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Join the Great Backyard Bird Count with area establishments
Feb. 16-19—Rutland County Audubon invites you to participate for at least 15 minutes on one or more days of the Great Backyard Bird Count, Feb. 16-19. Count from any location, anywhere in the world, for at least the minimum time slots of 15 […]
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VINS welcomes families to seek owls
Friday, Feb. 16, 6:30 p.m.—QUECHEE—Vermont Institute of Natural Science welcomes all to its annual Family Owl Prowl, Friday, Feb. 16, from 6:30-8:30 p.m. Discover “Hooo’s” out there making raucous noises in the nighttime forest and learn about the secret life […]
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VINS celebrates winter wildlife family-style with games, tours, and more
Saturday, Jan. 13, 10 a.m.—QUECHEE—Celebrate the wildlife of winter at the VINS Nature Center with a fun-filled day of family activities during its Winter Wildlife Celebration, Saturday, Jan. 13, 10 a.m.-4 p.m. In the morning, join knowledgeable educators to explore […]