Welcome to VINS
The VINS Nature Center is open daily from 10am – 5pm. All outdoor exhibits are open: Raptors, Songbirds, Adventure Playscape, Nature Trails, and the amazing Forest Canopy Walk. In addition, our indoor exhibits are open: Birds Are Dinosaurs, Reptile Room, and the Forest Exhibit. We recommend that you purchase your tickets in advance.
Safety is Our Priority
Masks are recommended if you are not fully vaccinated. Fully vaccinated individuals do not need to wear a mask.
Note: We ask that visitors wear a mask inside our Nature Store, regardless of vaccination status.
Contact Us
Nature Center Hours
VINS Nature Center
10am to 5pm Daily
Accepting Injured Birds
8am to 5pm Daily
802.359.5000 x212
Visitor Programs
Raptor photos by John Sutton.
Growing Up as a Bug – Virtual Talk
AUGUST 6 – Everyone’s childhood is different, so you can imagine the stories you can get from half a million species of insects. From her insectarium in Costa Rica, Bryna B. will share some of the parenting styles and family dynamics that go on right under our feet and above our heads.
Swift Night Out
AUGUST 6 – Join us to learn more about Chimney Swift conservation and rehabilitation, and to watch Chimney Swifts during their evening activities. Meet VINS staff and learn about conservation work led by Audubon VT, as well as rehabilitation of injured and orphaned swifts.
Incredible Insect Festival
AUGUST 7 – Welcome to the fascinating world of insects at the Incredible Insect Festival! Renowned insect expert Sam Jaffe will showcase a multitude of live caterpillars at The Caterpillar Lab. Have a fun day discovering the insects we share our planet with through demonstrations, exhibits, games and crafts.
