A Forest of Lights
NOVEMBER – JANUARY – Experience the enchantment this winter as thousands of lights illuminate the VINS Nature Center. Stroll through a magical landscape filled with stunning light displays, including exciting new features like the Snow Shower Tower, Snow Globe, Whimsical Woodland, and Mandala Trees. Don’t miss the chance to immerse yourself in this seasonal wonder!
Family Fun Program + Forest of Lights (for families with young children)
NOVEMBER & DECEMBER – Join us for a special family-friendly evening to celebrate the wonders of winter. This hour-long program is inspired by winter snow and animals that thrive in the cold. Enjoy a puppet show and story, practice hunting like an owl in winter, create your own Forest of Lights lantern and bird feeder, find all the hidden winter animals, and experiment with ice treasures. This program is an additional experience to your Forest of Lights ticket. Buy your tickets now as space is limited.
Paint, Sip, & Soar
DECEMBER 13 – Join a VINS Educator for a one of a kind – Paint, Sip & Soar – featuring a live raptor model. Get up close and personal with one of our avian ambassadors and garner techniques in painting from life, all while learning about raptor natural history and anatomy.
Forest Storytime
JANUARY 8, 15, 22, & 29 – Join an Educator for our early learner’s storytime sessions. We’ll read stories, play games, sing songs, and laugh with puppets. Each session will focus on a different topic to learn about animals, plants, or other wonders of nature. This experience is designed to help promote connection, exploration, curiosity, and joy for the outdoors. (For ages 5 and younger).