Vermont Institute of Natural Science

Natural Wonders
2026-03-12 10:30 - 11:00, 2026-03-11 10:30 - 11:00, 2026-03-10 10:30 - 11:00, 2026-03-09 10:30 - 11:00, 2026-03-08 10:30 - 11:00, 2026-03-07 10:30 - 11:00, 2026-03-06 10:30 - 11:00, 2026-03-05 10:30 - 11:00 (America/New_York)
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.

Raptor Feeding Time
2026-03-11 14:00 - 14:30, 2026-03-10 14:00 - 14:30, 2026-03-09 14:00 - 14:30, 2026-03-08 14:00 - 14:30, 2026-03-07 14:00 - 14:30, 2026-03-06 14:00 - 14:30, 2026-03-05 14:00 - 14:30, 2026-03-04 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.

Songbird Aviary Tour
2026-03-11 12:30 - 12:50, 2026-03-10 12:30 - 12:50, 2026-03-09 12:30 - 12:50, 2026-03-08 12:30 - 12:50, 2026-03-07 12:30 - 12:50, 2026-03-06 12:30 - 12:50, 2026-03-05 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.

Raptors Up Close
2026-03-08 11:00 - 11:30, 2026-03-07 11:00 - 11:30, 2026-03-06 11:00 - 11:30, 2026-03-05 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.

Owl Prowl
2026-03-06 17:30 - 19:00 | VINS Nature Center, 149 Natures Way, Quechee, 05059, United States
Owl Prowl
Friday, March 6 / 5:30 PM – 7 PM
$22 General Public, $18.50 VINS Member
This class is full. Join the Waitlist.
Celebrate Winter in Vermont! Explore the natural world as we hike the beautiful trails at the VINS Nature Center and prowl for owls. Find out “Whooo’s” out there making raucous noises in the nighttime forest and discover the secret life of New England’s nocturnal residents.
Weather permitting, we will explore this wintry world on snowshoes.
We encourage participants to bring a flashlight/headlamp and dress in layers. This event will be held entirely outdoors.
Ages 13+ only, please.
Complimentary snowshoes available. Please let us know your size at checkout.
Cancellation Policy:
Cancellations are discouraged. If you must cancel your registration, please be aware of our refund policy:

Cancellations made at least one week before the program date are eligible for a full refund, less a $3 cancellation fee.
Cancellations made the week of the program date are not eligible for a refund.
VINS reserves the right to cancel programs due to low enrollment or during inclement weather.

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

Robert Frost Through the Seasons: Winter
2026-03-05 15:30 - 17:00
Winter Poems:
Thursday, March 5
3:30 PM – 5 PM
$12 General Public
VINS Members FREE
Register Today
Join VINS Executive Director Alden Smith to explore the poetry of Robert Frost. This session will be dedicated to reading and interpreting poems relevant to the season.
The workshop will involve gentle trail walking through the woods and meadow of the VINS Nature Center, visiting natural spaces reminiscent of locations Frost wrote about. Poems will be sent to participants in advance of the session for those who want to read the poems ahead of time. The workshop will include walking, presentation, and discussion.
Details for Participants:
Spend a full day at VINS. Purchase discounted admission to the VINS Nature Center for $10. Discount available only to registered participants on the day of the workshop.
Classes will be held outdoors. Participants should dress for the weather.
Advanced registration required as space is limited.

Robert Frost Through the Seasons: Winter
2026-03-05 15:30 - 17:00
Winter Poems:
Thursday, March 5, 2026
3:30 – 5 PM
Cost: $12 General Public ($2 discount per session if sign up for multiple sessions – Use code MULTI25 in Shopping Cart)
VINS Members – free
Advanced registration required as space is limited. Register today.
Join VINS Executive Director Alden Smith to explore the poetry of Robert Frost. Each session will be dedicated to reading and interpreting poems relevant to the season.
These workshops will involve gentle trail walking through the woods and meadow of the VINS Nature Center, visiting natural spaces reminiscent of locations Frost wrote about. Poems will be sent to participants in advance of each session for those who want to read the poems ahead of time. The workshops will include walking, presentation, and discussion.
Each session will be unique; come for all of them or just one!
Details for Participants:
Spend a full day at VINS. Purchase discounted admission to the VINS Nature Center for $10. Discount available only to registered participants on the day of the workshop.
Classes will be held outdoors. Participants should dress for the weather.
