Winter Wildlife Celebration Returns to VINS with Reindeer, Raptors, Wildlife Tracking Walks and More
QUECHEE, VT — The Vermont Institute of Natural Science (VINS) invites families and nature enthusiasts to discover how wildlife thrives during Vermont’s coldest season at the Winter Wildlife Celebration on Saturday,…
VINS Celebrates a Remarkable 2025
QUECHEE, VT – The Vermont Institute of Natural Science (VINS) is proud to announce an exceptional year of conservation achievements, wildlife rehabilitation, and public engagement in 2025. The VINS Nature…
A Forest of Lights returns to the VINS Nature Center
The Vermont Institute of Natural Science (VINS) is pleased to announce the return of A Forest of Lights, an annual holiday lights exhibit that runs on select evenings at the…
VINS Hosts a full day of Halloween events on Saturday, October 25th
The Vermont Institute of Natural Science (VINS) invites families to celebrate Halloween with a full day of educational activities and wildlife encounters on Saturday, October 25, 2025, from 10 AM…
VINS Launches New Education Series on Digital Wellness: Screen Time & Growing Minds
VINS Nature Center announces the launch of Screen Time & Growing Minds, a new educational series addressing one of today’s most pressing parenting challenges. The series will kick off on…
VINS hosts the Autumn Wildlife Celebration at the Nature Center
The Vermont Institute of Natural Science (VINS) will host an Autumn Wildlife Celebration on Saturday, September 13, from 10 AM to 5 PM. The event invites families and nature enthusiasts…
VINS Hosts Incredible Insect Festival on July 12
Educational event celebrates the fascinating world of insects with hands-on activities, expert presentations, and live demonstrations QUECHEE, VT: The Vermont Institute of Natural Science (VINS) Nature Center will host its…
VINS Partners with Upper Valley Nighthawks for Summer Baseball Season
VINS is proud to announce its sponsorship of the Upper Valley Nighthawks for the 2025 summer baseball season. As part of this exciting partnership, VINS will be giving away free…
VINS Announces Exciting Summer Program Schedule Featuring Multiple Daily Wildlife Education Programs for Visitors of All Ages
The Vermont Institute of Natural Science (VINS) is pleased to announce its comprehensive summer programming schedule, offering visitors daily opportunities to connect with VINS’ remarkable wildlife through interactive educational experiences.…
VINS Nature Center Opens Interactive Exhibit “Beaver Lodge for Young Explorers” for Children Ages 0-3
New hands-on exhibit combines early childhood development with environmental education through immersive play experiences VINS Nature Center proudly announces the opening of the Beaver Lodge for Young Explorers, an interactive…