Welcome to VINS
We look forward to welcoming the public back to our site on June 15. We will be open daily from 10:00am – 5:00pm. It is our priority to make sure the well-being of our guests and our staff is safe and comfortable. Your safety is our priority!
The Vermont Institute of Natural Science (VINS) is a nonprofit, member-supported, environmental education, research and avian rehabilitation organization headquartered at the VINS Nature Center in Quechee, Vermont. Open year-round, the 47-acre campus features state-of-the-art raptor enclosures, exhibit spaces, classrooms and interpretive nature trails, including our new Forest Canopy Walk. VINS places a priority on bringing high-quality, compelling and engaging education programs to people at the Nature Center, in the community, and in schools throughout the region.
Contact Us
Nature Center Hours
Accepting Injured Birds
8am to 4:30pm Daily
802.359.5000 x212
VINS Nature Center
10am to 5pm Daily
VISIT THE NATURE CENTER SAFELY
WEAR A MASK
Or Face Covering
SOCIAL DISTANCE
6 Foot Minimum
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