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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.…

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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…

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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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VINS to Host 2025 Science Symposium for Young Researchers

Three-day event empowers students to tackle real-world environmental challenges April 10, 2025 — The Vermont Institute of Natural Science (VINS) is proud to announce its 2025 Science Symposium, a celebration…

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VINS Celebrates 10th Annual Owl Festival

The Vermont Institute of Natural Science invites nature enthusiasts of all ages to attend the 10th Annual Owl Festival on Saturday, April 26, from 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM at…

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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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