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Remarkable Reptile Day Returns to VINS on June 7th

Family-Friendly Event Features Live Reptile Encounters, Expert Presentations, and Hands-On Activities VINS (Vermont Institute of Natural Science) announces the return of Remarkable Reptile Day on Saturday, June 7th from 10…

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VINS Announces Night Owls: An Exclusive After-Hours Adult-only Event Following Successful Owl Festival

May 2, 2025 – The Vermont Institute of Natural Science (VINS) is proud to announce Night Owls, a special adults-only evening event on Saturday, May 10th from 5:00 PM to 7:30…

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Clean Water Day at VINS: Celebrating the Legacy of VINS Founder David Laughlin

April 28, 2025 – The Vermont Institute of Natural Science (VINS) will host Clean Water Day, a special celebration honoring the environmental legacy of founder David Laughlin on Saturday, May…

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VT Nature Newsletter

Bird Migration

VT Nature

Fall/Winter 2024-25

Learn about the legacy of VINS, wild bird rehabilitation, baby bird volunteers, a migratory journey, and more!

Manu

VT Nature

Spring/Summer 2024

VINS strives to be a leading voice in conservation, preservation and environmental education.

Fall 2023-2024 VT Nature

VT Nature

Fall/Winter 2023-24

A VINS publication including articles on American Kestrel Monitoring, VINS School Spotlight, and more!