News & Press Releases
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…
VINS Maintains Rigorous Safety Protocols Amid Ongoing Avian Influenza
QUECHEE, VT – The Vermont Institute of Nature Science (VINS) has recently received more questions and concerns regarding Highly Pathogenic Avian Influenza (HPAI). The health and safety of our guests, staff,…
VINS Achieves Record-Breaking Year in Public Engagement and Wild Bird Care
QUECHEE, VT — The Vermont Institute of Natural Science (VINS) announces an unprecedented year of growth and achievement in 2024, setting multiple records in both public engagement and wildlife rehabilitation. Public…
VINS Newsletters
Fall 2025
VINS educators traveled across Vermont sharing wildlife wonders and connecting communities to the the natural world.
Spring/Summer 2025
We highlight the interconnectedness of nature and the adaptations of wildlife, and also share stories of the animals we meet.
Fall/Winter 2024-25
Learn about the legacy of VINS, wild bird rehabilitation, baby bird volunteers, a migratory journey, and more!