Vermont Institute of Natural Science

Raptors Up Close
2024-11-18 11:00 - 11:30, 2024-11-17 11:00 - 11:30, 2024-11-16 11:00 - 11:30, 2024-11-14 11:00 - 11:30, 2024-11-13 11:00 - 11:30, 2024-11-12 11:00 - 11:30, 2024-11-11 11:00 - 11:30 (America/New_York)
Raptors Up Close
11 AM – 11:30 AM
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.
Held in the Hawkfly or Neale Pavilion.
For more information, contact us at info@vinsweb.org or 802.359.5000.

Raptor Feeding Time
2024-11-17 14:30 - 15:00, 2024-11-16 14:30 - 15:00, 2024-11-15 14:30 - 15:00, 2024-11-14 14:30 - 15:00, 2024-11-13 14:30 - 15:00, 2024-11-12 14:30 - 15:00, 2024-11-11 14:30 - 15:00, 2024-11-10 14:30 - 15:00
Raptor Feeding Time
2:30 PM – 3 PM
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.
Held in the Raptor Exhibits.
For more information, contact us at info@vinsweb.org or 802.359.5000.

Animal Encounter
2024-11-17 14:00 - 14:20, 2024-11-16 14:00 - 14:20, 2024-11-14 14:00 - 14:20, 2024-11-13 14:00 - 14:20, 2024-11-12 14:00 - 14:20, 2024-11-11 14:00 - 14:20, 2024-11-10 14:00 - 14:20
Animal Encounter
2 PM – 2:20 PM
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!
Held in the Hawkfly or Neale Pavilion.
For more information, contact us at info@vinsweb.org or 802.359.5000.

Songbird Aviary Tour
2024-11-17 12:30 - 12:50, 2024-11-16 12:30 - 12:50, 2024-11-15 12:30 - 12:50, 2024-11-14 12:30 - 12:50, 2024-11-13 12:30 - 12:50, 2024-11-12 12:30 - 12:50, 2024-11-11 12:30 - 12:50
Songbird Aviary Tour
12:30 PM – 12:50 PM
Spend some time in 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.
Held in the Songbird Aviary.
For more information, contact us at info@vinsweb.org or 802.359.5000.

Bird Feeding: A How-to Workshop
2024-11-16 10:00 - 11:00
Bird Feeding: A How-to Workshop
Saturday, November 16 / 10 AM – 11 AM
Free and open to the public*
Feeding birds and creating a bird-friendly habitat is a great way to help wildlife and attract color and life to your yard during winter. But how does one get started, what is the best type of food, and how do you identify your backyard visitors? Come learn how to feed birds responsibly by prioritizing wildlife health and safety.
Whether you are a first-time feeder or have been doing it for some time and want to learn more, VINS staff will introduce you to the birds you can expect to visit your feeders, explain what types of feeders and feed are best, and show you how to turn your yard into a bird-friendly habitat. Additionally, learn how you can become a part of the global citizen science effort, Project FeederWatch. The observations submitted by Project FeederWatch participants, ordinary volunteers who enjoy watching birds at their feeders each winter, are used by researchers to track bird populations around the world.
Afterward, shop our bird-friendly products at the VINS Nature Store and receive a 10% discount on all bird-feeding items including feeders, field guides, and window deterrents.
*A $10 donation suggested.
For more information, contact us at 802.359.5000 or info@vinsweb.org.
