What's Happening
Artist Exhibition – Jessica Fligg
JUNE 5 - JULY 31 - Through her paintings Jessica Fligg strives to convey the liveliness of the world around her to highlight the amazing strength and beauty of natural places. She loves to capture the impression of her subject matter, as she is reacting to it, capturing a moment in time. Plein air painting gives Jessica the opportunity to immerse herself in nature.
National Get Outdoors Day
JUNE 10 - Come celebrate National Get Outdoors Day at VINS! Experience an adventure sprinkled with the magic and wonder of forest fairies with a visit from our Fairy Grandmother and fairy house building in Fairy Town. Meet artist Jessica Fligg and observe as she creates a piece inspired by the beauty of our campus. In addition, VINS Members are invited to attend our appreciation event in the afternoon.
Raptors Up Close
Take flight with us on an unforgettable experience! We’ll show you the unique nature of some of the world’s most highly skilled predators – raptors! In this live bird demonstration you’ll gain an up-close view and an in-depth understanding of these majestic birds.
Songbird Aviary Tour
Spend some time in our newest exhibit – the Songbird Aviary! Our docents will familiarize you with this special group of birds and point out the ways you can make a great habitat for these important creatures in your own backyard.
Member Appreciation Day
VINS Nature Center 149 Natures Way, Quechee, United StatesJUNE 10 - VINS is supported by wonderful members like you! To acknowledge and thank you for supporting our mission and work, we invite you to join us on Get Outdoors Day for our Member Appreciation Event. We will be serving light refreshments to registrants and holding a raffle.
Animal Encounter
Meet an ambassador animal and hear their story while we learn about the adaptations they have that help their species survive in the wild. Join us for a reptile ambassador on Sunday, Tuesday, and Thursday, or a raptor ambassador on Monday, Wednesday, Friday, and Saturday!
Raptor Feeding Time
Join our raptor care-givers for feeding time! Learn about the habits and history of each of the resident raptors at VINS as you watch them enjoy their daily meal.
Hawk on the Walk
What's that shadow moving between the trees? Keep your eye to the sky on the Forest Canopy Walk while our Harris's Hawk is out for a free-flight adventure!
Raptors Up Close
Take flight with us on an unforgettable experience! We’ll show you the unique nature of some of the world’s most highly skilled predators – raptors! In this live bird demonstration you’ll gain an up-close view and an in-depth understanding of these majestic birds.
Songbird Aviary Tour
Spend some time in our newest exhibit – the Songbird Aviary! Our docents will familiarize you with this special group of birds and point out the ways you can make a great habitat for these important creatures in your own backyard.