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VINS to Host Special Screening of Documentary Film OBSERVER

The Vermont Institute of Natural Science (VINS) will host a special screening of the award-winning documentary film OBSERVER on Sunday, April 13th 2025, at 3:00 PM at the VINS Nature…

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Vermont Institute of Natural Science Welcomes Two Distinguished Leaders to Board of Directors

The Vermont Institute of Natural Science (VINS) announces the addition of two exceptional leaders to its Board of Trustees. Mike Farber, co-founder of GreenStory, and Stuart Mathews, President of Metapoint…

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VINS Welcomes New Raptor Ambassadors: Two Bald Eagles & A Northern Harrier

QUECHEE, VT – The Vermont Institute of Natural Science (VINS) announces the addition of three new wild birds as permanent residents: two Bald Eagles and a Northern Harrier. All three are…

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VINS Newsletters

Fall Newsletter

Fall 2025

VINS educators traveled across Vermont sharing wildlife wonders and connecting communities to the the natural world.

Spring Newsletter

Spring/Summer 2025

We highlight the interconnectedness of nature and the adaptations of wildlife, and also share stories of the animals we meet.

Bird Migration

Fall/Winter 2024-25

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