Songbird Aviary Tour
2025-11-21 12:30 - 12:50, 2025-11-22 12:30 - 12:50, 2025-11-23 12:30 - 12:50, 2025-11-24 12:30 - 12:50, 2025-11-25 12:30 - 12:50, 2025-11-26 12:30 - 12:50, 2025-11-28 12:30 - 12:50 (America/New_York)
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.

Raptor Feeding Time
2025-11-21 14:00 - 14:30, 2025-11-22 14:00 - 14:30, 2025-11-23 14:00 - 14:30, 2025-11-24 14:00 - 14:30, 2025-11-25 14:00 - 14:30, 2025-11-26 14:00 - 14:30, 2025-11-28 14:00 - 14:30
Raptor Feeding Time
2:00 PM – 2:30 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.

A Forest of Lights
2025-11-21 16:30 - 2026-01-03 19:00 | VINS Nature Center, 149 Natures Way, Quechee, 05059, United States
A Forest of Lights
Select Evenings November – January
4:30 PM – 7 PM
Experience winter magic as thousands of lights transform the VINS Nature Center into an enchanted wonderland. Stroll through spectacular displays featuring this year’s new attractions: the Sparkle Dome, Fiery Tower, Dancing Lights Pavilion, and Under the Black Light Sea.
Our captivating holiday experience expands each year with fresh exhibits and activities, creating joy for visitors of all ages. Whether you’re a returning guest or first-time visitor, this seasonal celebration offers the perfect chance to make cherished holiday memories with family and friends.
After exploring the illuminated trails, warm up by our cozy campfire while enjoying hot chocolate, cider, and snacks available for purchase. Don’t miss this opportunity to experience VINS like never before!
Event Disclaimers:

Advance ticket purchase is required. Tickets will not be available to purchase upon arrival.
Tickets are non-refundable and non-transferable.

If the event is canceled by VINS, ticket holders will be notified via text message and email as soon as possible and can choose to have their ticket cost donated, refunded, or transferred to another available date.

Tickets must be presented upon arrival, either printed or on a phone.
A Forest of Lights is an outdoor event and includes risks associated with potential snowy or icy weather. A small area of the Forest Canopy Walk, the Tree House, is not accessible by wheelchair.

For more information, contact us at 802.359.5000 or events@vinsweb.org

Natural Wonders
2025-11-22 10:30 - 11:00, 2025-11-23 10:30 - 11:00, 2025-11-24 10:30 - 11:00, 2025-11-25 10:30 - 11:00, 2025-11-26 10:30 - 11:00, 2025-11-28 10:30 - 11:00, 2025-11-29 10:30 - 11:00
Natural Wonders
10:30 AM – 11 AM
Join us on a journey of discovery through the wonders of the natural world. Designed for families with young children, this short interactive program explores a range of engaging topics including animals of New England, animal engineers, and local habitats.*
Location changes daily – inquire at the Nature Store.
*Includes a live animal on Saturdays and Sundays only.
For more information, contact us at info@vinsweb.org or 802.359.5000.

Raptors Up Close
2025-11-22 11:00 - 11:30, 2025-11-23 11:00 - 11:30, 2025-11-24 11:00 - 11:30, 2025-11-25 11:00 - 11:30, 2025-11-26 11:00 - 11:30, 2025-11-28 11:00 - 11:30, 2025-11-29 11:00 - 11:30
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.

Family Fun Program + Forest of Lights (for families with young children)
2025-11-28 15:30 - 2025-12-27 16:30 | VINS Nature Center, 149 Natures Way, Quechee, 05059, United States
Family Fun Program + Forest of Lights (for families with young children)
November 28, 29, December 20, 27 / 3:30 – 4:30 PM
Adult: $21 / Youth: $19 / Children 3 and under: FREE
Ticket price INCLUDES our hour-long Family Fun program plus access to A Forest of Lights afterward

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Join us for a special family-friendly evening to celebrate the wonders of winter. This hour-long program is inspired by winter snow and animals that thrive in the cold. Enjoy a puppet show and story, practice hunting like an owl in winter, create your own Forest of Lights lantern and bird feeder, find all the hidden winter animals, and experiment with ice treasures. Buy your tickets now, as space is limited.
For more information, contact us at 802.359.5000 or events@vinsweb.org.
