Raptor Feeding Time
2026-05-23 14:00 - 14:30, 2026-05-24 14:00 - 14:30, 2026-05-25 14:00 - 14:30, 2026-05-26 14:00 - 14:30, 2026-05-27 14:00 - 14:30, 2026-05-28 14:00 - 14:30, 2026-05-29 14:00 - 14:30 (America/New_York)
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.

Spring Wild Greens and Mushrooms
2026-05-24 10:00 - 12:00
Foraging Workshop
Spring Wild Greens and Mushrooms
Sunday, May 24
10 AM – 12 PM
$48 General Public / $43 VINS Members
Register Today
Are you intrigued by the wild world of mushroom and plant foraging?
Join Ari Rockland-Miller of The Mushroom Forager on a guided tour of spring’s wild edibles as we search for tender new greens and early-season mushrooms. The workshop will feature a guided foray of the woods around the VINS Nature Center with an eye towards the early culinary treasures of springtime. During the foray, attendees will be introduced to foraging safety, strategy, sustainability and ethics.
Spend a full day at the VINS Nature Center! Purchase discounted admission to the VINS Nature Center for $5. Discount available only to registered participants on the day of the workshop.
Details for Participants
Participants should dress for walking in the woods and bring water.
This workshop is designed for adults 18 and up. Interested youth 15 and up may participate with an adult registrant.
Learn more about The Mushroom Forager
For more information, contact us at info@vinsweb.org or 802.359.5000.

Natural Wonders
2026-05-24 10:30 - 11:00, 2026-05-25 10:30 - 11:00, 2026-05-26 10:30 - 11:00, 2026-05-27 10:30 - 11:00, 2026-05-28 10:30 - 11:00, 2026-05-29 10:30 - 11:00, 2026-05-30 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
2026-05-24 11:00 - 11:30, 2026-05-25 11:00 - 11:30, 2026-05-26 11:00 - 11:30, 2026-05-27 11:00 - 11:30, 2026-05-28 11:00 - 11:30, 2026-05-29 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.

Songbird Aviary Tour
2026-05-24 12:30 - 12:50, 2026-05-25 12:30 - 12:50, 2026-05-26 12:30 - 12:50, 2026-05-27 12:30 - 12:50, 2026-05-28 12:30 - 12:50, 2026-05-29 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.

Introduction to Birding: Beginner Bird Walk
2026-05-28 07:30 - 08:30
Introduction to Birding – Beginner Bird Walk
Thursday, May 28
Saturday, May 30
7:30 AM – 8:30 AM
$15 General Public / $12 VINS Members

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Join us for a birding adventure through the varied habitats at the VINS Nature Center. During this workshop, VINS staff will open your eyes and ears to the avian life around you and help you build the skills to start birding wherever you go.
Participants will also receive access to our archive of Virtual Bird ID workshops. Past workshops include Birding By Sight, Birding By Ear, and Introduction to Raptor ID.
This workshop is designed for the beginner to intermediate birder.
Field guides and binoculars are recommended for this event. Journals and field guides are available through our online store for curbside pick-up on the morning of the event.
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This workshop will be held outdoors, rain or shine. Participants should dress appropriately.
Registration is required as space is limited.
For more information, contact us at 802.359.5000 or info@vinsweb.org.

Introduction to Birding – Beginner Bird Walk
2026-05-30 07:30 - 08:30

Intro to Nature Journaling
2026-05-30 10:00 - 13:00
Intro to Nature Journaling
Saturday, May 30
10 AM – 1 PM
$30 General Public / $27 VINS Members
Register Today
Take a break from hectic and hustle and embrace nature through the practice of mindfulness. Not an artist? Not a poet? That’s alright!
Nature Journaling is all about the process. Get started with prompts to spark your creativity, and meet one of our live ambassador birds to bring inspiration. This class will offer a mix of prompts and tips for writing about and drawing from nature and in the end each participant will take home a journal that is entirely unique!
Bring your own journal or purchase one from our Nature Store.
For more information, contact us at 802.359.5000 or info@vinsweb.org.
