MAY 1 - JULY 31 - Ian Clark’s nature photography contains over 400 species from the Bay of Fundy to the Strait of Juan de Fuca. Ian’s work has appeared in numerous books, magazines, newspapers, calendars and print ads. These days, his photo shoots include editorial, stock and commercial users from his home in West Newbury, VT.

MAY 25 & 28 - Join us for a Birding Meet-up in May! Meet-ups will take place in different locations each time so that we can visit the varied habitats of our region and observe the diverse birdlife that inhabit each.

SATURDAYS / MAY 25, JUN 15, AUG 31, SEP 28 - Where do milkweed pods become bathtubs and beds, and acorn caps become dinnerware? In Fairy Town at VINS, of course! Join the Fairy Court to help search the forest for our hidden fairy friends in a scavenger hunt adventure! Forest Fairy hunts offer children and their families a unique opportunity to learn about and connect with the natural world and to nurture respect for the environment.