VINS Celebrates 50 Years
Press Releases
A festive year for VINS, with a series of fun events throughout the year.
Valley News
After 50 years, VINS continues to be a mainstay for tourists and residents alike.
The Quechee Times
The origin of VINS lies in a case to clean up the Ottauquechee River.
Woodstock Magazine
VINS has a long and successful history focused on environmental education.
News & Press Releases
Center for Wild Bird Rehabilitation Research
VINS Center for Wild Bird Rehabilitation (CWBR) staff is aiding in monitoring the health of avian wildlife. Partnering with various organizations, CWBR is contributing to research efforts focused on Common Loon and Ruffed Grouse conservation, as well as leading a study on blood parasites in Vermont wild birds.
New Spring Program Schedule
VINS welcomes the spring season by extending open hours at the VINS Nature Center and offering new daily programs. Beginning May 1, VINS Nature Center will resume live bird programs, and the Forest Exhibit and Reptile Room will be open to viewers of all ages.
VINS Announces Winter Raptor Research Project
This winter and early spring, VINS is collecting information about the winter distribution of Red-tailed Hawks in the Champlain Valley of Vermont. The goal is to better understand the size of the wintering ranges required by individual Red-tailed Hawks, as well as the available food supply.
VT Nature Newsletter
VT Nature
Fall/Winter 2022-23
VINS renews its commitment to the mission of environmental education for the next 50 years and beyond.
VT Nature
Spring/Summer 2022
VINS remembers its past as it celebrates 50 years, and introduces a new afterschool program for outdoor learning.
VT Nature
Fall/Winter 2021-22
At VINS, climate change compels us to educate our communities, and commit to reducing our carbon footprint.