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SUMMARY:Celebrating 20 Years in Quechee
DESCRIPTION:Celebrating 20 Years in Quechee\nSaturday\, June 8 / 10 AM – 5 PM \nSpecial Admission – $5 Per Person!* \nGet Your Tickets \nTwenty years ago\, VINS moved from Woodstock to Quechee\, Vermont and opened the doors of the Nature Center. The move provided us with ample space to the VINS we know and love today – with the capacity to accommodate our thousands of annual guests and facilities to expand our education\, research\, and rehabilitation efforts. \nSaturday\, June 8 is also National Get Outdoors Day! Join us at the VINS Nature Center for a day filled with live animal programs\, scavenger hunts\, and guided nature walks. Trail Break Tacos will be on campus during the event starting at noon. \nVINS is incredibly grateful for the support of our Members\, and we want to show our appreciation. Please visit our booth during the day to participate in some activities and enter into a special raffle. We look forward to seeing you! \nSchedule of Events:\n10 AM – 5 PM / All Day \n\n20 Years in Quechee Scavenger Hunt\nRaffle: Quechee the Blue Jay\nPop Up Play (Next to Hawkfly)\nCrafts (August Pavilion)\n\n10 AM – 5 PM / Membership Appreciation Station\nNext to Neale Pavilion \n\nMember Photo Station\nMember Raffle\nLeave Your Testimonial\nColoring: Feather Headbands (Children’s Activity)\n\n12 PM – 5 PM / Trail Break Tacos\nGrab some lunch with Trail Break Tacos! View the menu. \n10:30 AM / Forest Canopy Walk Tour\nLearn how our Forest Canopy Walk was made and explore the beauty of the changing seasons in our forest! Forest Canopy Walk Entrance \n10:30 AM / Nature Trails – Guided Walk\nTake in the full beauty of our 47 acre Quechee campus as you follow our ABA trails to the observation platform with views of the Ottauquechee River. Forest Exhibit Entrance \n10:30 AM / Owl and Friends: Young Learners Bird Program\nMeet Barn Owl and their friends in a program filled with songs\, puppets and movement as you help Barn Owl count to twenty. Hawkfly or Neale Pavilion \n11 AM / Raptors Up Close\nTake 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. Hawkfly or Neale Pavilion \n12:30 PM / Owl and Friends: Young Learners Bird Program\nMeet Barn Owl and their friends in a program filled with songs\, puppets and movement as you help Barn Owl count to twenty. Hawkfly or Neale Pavilion \n12:30 PM / Songbird Aviary Tour\nSpend 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. Songbird Aviary \n1 PM / Turtle Time\nMeet the turtle that moved with us to our Quechee campus! \n2 PM / Live Bird Program\nMeet some of the birds that were with us when we moved to Quechee\, while learning about the adaptations that help their species survive in the wild. Hawkfly or Neale Pavilion \n2:30 PM / Raptor Feeding Time\nJoin 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. Bald Eagle Enclosure \n3 PM / Forest Canopy Walk Tour\nLearn how our Forest Canopy Walk was made and explore the beauty of the changing seasons in our forest! Forest Canopy Walk Entrance \n3:30 PM / Nature Trails – Guided Walk\nTake in the full beauty of our 47 acre Quechee campus as you follow our ABA trails to the observation platform with views of the Ottauquechee River. Forest Exhibit Entrance \n*Free for VINS Members. Walk-ins are welcome. \nFor more information\, contact us at 802.359.5000 or info@vinsweb.org.
URL:https://vinsweb.org/event/celebrating-20-years-in-quechee/
CATEGORIES:Special Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240607T143000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240607T150000
DTSTAMP:20260415T161950
CREATED:20230913T135704Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240704T171540Z
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SUMMARY:Raptor Feeding Time
DESCRIPTION:Raptor Feeding Time\n2:30 PM – 3 PM \nJoin 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. \nHeld in the Raptor Exhibits. \nFor more information\, contact us at info@vinsweb.org or 802.359.5000.
URL:https://vinsweb.org/event/raptor-feeding-time-nov23-mar24-230/2024-06-07/
CATEGORIES:Visitor Programs
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240607T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240607T142000
DTSTAMP:20260415T161950
CREATED:20230913T134606Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240605T191215Z
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SUMMARY:Animal Encounter
DESCRIPTION:Animal Encounter\n2 PM – 2:20 PM \nMeet 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! \nHeld in the Hawkfly or Neale Pavilion. \nFor more information\, contact us at info@vinsweb.org or 802.359.5000.
URL:https://vinsweb.org/event/animal-encounter-nov23-mar24-200/2024-06-07/
CATEGORIES:Visitor Programs
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://vinsweb.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/10/Animal-Encounter-R-R-1080x810-2.jpg
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240607T123000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240607T125000
DTSTAMP:20260415T161950
CREATED:20230913T133543Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240605T191128Z
UID:11011688-1717763400-1717764600@vinsweb.org
SUMMARY:Songbird Aviary Tour
DESCRIPTION:Songbird Aviary Tour\n12:30 PM – 12:50 PM \nSpend 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.  \nHeld in the Songbird Aviary. \nFor more information\, contact us at info@vinsweb.org or 802.359.5000.
URL:https://vinsweb.org/event/songbird-aviary-tour-nov23-mar24-1230/2024-06-07/
CATEGORIES:Visitor Programs
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://vinsweb.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/06/SongbirdExhibit-1080x810-1.jpg
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240607T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240607T114500
DTSTAMP:20260415T161950
CREATED:20230913T132025Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240605T191030Z
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SUMMARY:Raptors Up Close
DESCRIPTION:Raptors Up Close\n11 AM – 11:45 AM \nTake 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. \nHeld in the Hawkfly or Neale Pavilion. \nFor more information\, contact us at info@vinsweb.org or 802.359.5000.
URL:https://vinsweb.org/event/raptors-up-close-nov23-mar24-11am/2024-06-07/
CATEGORIES:Visitor Programs
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://vinsweb.org/wp-content/uploads/2018/02/005-Event-Raptors-Up-Close-1080x810.jpg
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240606T143000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240606T150000
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CREATED:20230913T135704Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240704T171540Z
UID:11011779-1717684200-1717686000@vinsweb.org
SUMMARY:Raptor Feeding Time
DESCRIPTION:Raptor Feeding Time\n2:30 PM – 3 PM \nJoin 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. \nHeld in the Raptor Exhibits. \nFor more information\, contact us at info@vinsweb.org or 802.359.5000.
URL:https://vinsweb.org/event/raptor-feeding-time-nov23-mar24-230/2024-06-06/
CATEGORIES:Visitor Programs
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://vinsweb.org/wp-content/uploads/2018/03/006-Event-Feeding-Times-1080x810.jpg
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240606T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240606T142000
DTSTAMP:20260415T161950
CREATED:20230913T134606Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240605T191215Z
UID:11011733-1717682400-1717683600@vinsweb.org
SUMMARY:Animal Encounter
DESCRIPTION:Animal Encounter\n2 PM – 2:20 PM \nMeet 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! \nHeld in the Hawkfly or Neale Pavilion. \nFor more information\, contact us at info@vinsweb.org or 802.359.5000.
URL:https://vinsweb.org/event/animal-encounter-nov23-mar24-200/2024-06-06/
CATEGORIES:Visitor Programs
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://vinsweb.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/10/Animal-Encounter-R-R-1080x810-2.jpg
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240606T123000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240606T125000
DTSTAMP:20260415T161950
CREATED:20230913T133543Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240605T191128Z
UID:11011687-1717677000-1717678200@vinsweb.org
SUMMARY:Songbird Aviary Tour
DESCRIPTION:Songbird Aviary Tour\n12:30 PM – 12:50 PM \nSpend 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.  \nHeld in the Songbird Aviary. \nFor more information\, contact us at info@vinsweb.org or 802.359.5000.
URL:https://vinsweb.org/event/songbird-aviary-tour-nov23-mar24-1230/2024-06-06/
CATEGORIES:Visitor Programs
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://vinsweb.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/06/SongbirdExhibit-1080x810-1.jpg
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240606T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240606T114500
DTSTAMP:20260415T161950
CREATED:20230913T132025Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240605T191030Z
UID:11011641-1717671600-1717674300@vinsweb.org
SUMMARY:Raptors Up Close
DESCRIPTION:Raptors Up Close\n11 AM – 11:45 AM \nTake 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. \nHeld in the Hawkfly or Neale Pavilion. \nFor more information\, contact us at info@vinsweb.org or 802.359.5000.
URL:https://vinsweb.org/event/raptors-up-close-nov23-mar24-11am/2024-06-06/
CATEGORIES:Visitor Programs
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://vinsweb.org/wp-content/uploads/2018/02/005-Event-Raptors-Up-Close-1080x810.jpg
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240605T143000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240605T150000
DTSTAMP:20260415T161950
CREATED:20230913T135704Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240704T171540Z
UID:11011778-1717597800-1717599600@vinsweb.org
SUMMARY:Raptor Feeding Time
DESCRIPTION:Raptor Feeding Time\n2:30 PM – 3 PM \nJoin 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. \nHeld in the Raptor Exhibits. \nFor more information\, contact us at info@vinsweb.org or 802.359.5000.
URL:https://vinsweb.org/event/raptor-feeding-time-nov23-mar24-230/2024-06-05/
CATEGORIES:Visitor Programs
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://vinsweb.org/wp-content/uploads/2018/03/006-Event-Feeding-Times-1080x810.jpg
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240605T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240605T142000
DTSTAMP:20260415T161950
CREATED:20230913T134606Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240605T191215Z
UID:11011732-1717596000-1717597200@vinsweb.org
SUMMARY:Animal Encounter
DESCRIPTION:Animal Encounter\n2 PM – 2:20 PM \nMeet 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! \nHeld in the Hawkfly or Neale Pavilion. \nFor more information\, contact us at info@vinsweb.org or 802.359.5000.
URL:https://vinsweb.org/event/animal-encounter-nov23-mar24-200/2024-06-05/
CATEGORIES:Visitor Programs
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://vinsweb.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/10/Animal-Encounter-R-R-1080x810-2.jpg
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240605T123000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240605T125000
DTSTAMP:20260415T161950
CREATED:20230913T133543Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240605T191128Z
UID:11011686-1717590600-1717591800@vinsweb.org
SUMMARY:Songbird Aviary Tour
DESCRIPTION:Songbird Aviary Tour\n12:30 PM – 12:50 PM \nSpend 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.  \nHeld in the Songbird Aviary. \nFor more information\, contact us at info@vinsweb.org or 802.359.5000.
URL:https://vinsweb.org/event/songbird-aviary-tour-nov23-mar24-1230/2024-06-05/
CATEGORIES:Visitor Programs
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://vinsweb.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/06/SongbirdExhibit-1080x810-1.jpg
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240605T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240605T114500
DTSTAMP:20260415T161950
CREATED:20230913T132025Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240605T191030Z
UID:11011640-1717585200-1717587900@vinsweb.org
SUMMARY:Raptors Up Close
DESCRIPTION:Raptors Up Close\n11 AM – 11:45 AM \nTake 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. \nHeld in the Hawkfly or Neale Pavilion. \nFor more information\, contact us at info@vinsweb.org or 802.359.5000.
URL:https://vinsweb.org/event/raptors-up-close-nov23-mar24-11am/2024-06-05/
CATEGORIES:Visitor Programs
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://vinsweb.org/wp-content/uploads/2018/02/005-Event-Raptors-Up-Close-1080x810.jpg
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240604T143000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240604T150000
DTSTAMP:20260415T161950
CREATED:20230913T135704Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240704T171540Z
UID:11011777-1717511400-1717513200@vinsweb.org
SUMMARY:Raptor Feeding Time
DESCRIPTION:Raptor Feeding Time\n2:30 PM – 3 PM \nJoin 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. \nHeld in the Raptor Exhibits. \nFor more information\, contact us at info@vinsweb.org or 802.359.5000.
URL:https://vinsweb.org/event/raptor-feeding-time-nov23-mar24-230/2024-06-04/
CATEGORIES:Visitor Programs
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://vinsweb.org/wp-content/uploads/2018/03/006-Event-Feeding-Times-1080x810.jpg
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240604T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240604T142000
DTSTAMP:20260415T161950
CREATED:20230913T134606Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240605T191215Z
UID:11011731-1717509600-1717510800@vinsweb.org
SUMMARY:Animal Encounter
DESCRIPTION:Animal Encounter\n2 PM – 2:20 PM \nMeet 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! \nHeld in the Hawkfly or Neale Pavilion. \nFor more information\, contact us at info@vinsweb.org or 802.359.5000.
URL:https://vinsweb.org/event/animal-encounter-nov23-mar24-200/2024-06-04/
CATEGORIES:Visitor Programs
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://vinsweb.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/10/Animal-Encounter-R-R-1080x810-2.jpg
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240604T123000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240604T125000
DTSTAMP:20260415T161950
CREATED:20230913T133543Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240605T191128Z
UID:11011685-1717504200-1717505400@vinsweb.org
SUMMARY:Songbird Aviary Tour
DESCRIPTION:Songbird Aviary Tour\n12:30 PM – 12:50 PM \nSpend 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.  \nHeld in the Songbird Aviary. \nFor more information\, contact us at info@vinsweb.org or 802.359.5000.
URL:https://vinsweb.org/event/songbird-aviary-tour-nov23-mar24-1230/2024-06-04/
CATEGORIES:Visitor Programs
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://vinsweb.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/06/SongbirdExhibit-1080x810-1.jpg
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240604T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240604T114500
DTSTAMP:20260415T161950
CREATED:20230913T132025Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240605T191030Z
UID:11011639-1717498800-1717501500@vinsweb.org
SUMMARY:Raptors Up Close
DESCRIPTION:Raptors Up Close\n11 AM – 11:45 AM \nTake 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. \nHeld in the Hawkfly or Neale Pavilion. \nFor more information\, contact us at info@vinsweb.org or 802.359.5000.
URL:https://vinsweb.org/event/raptors-up-close-nov23-mar24-11am/2024-06-04/
CATEGORIES:Visitor Programs
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://vinsweb.org/wp-content/uploads/2018/02/005-Event-Raptors-Up-Close-1080x810.jpg
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240603T143000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240603T150000
DTSTAMP:20260415T161950
CREATED:20230913T135704Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240704T171540Z
UID:11011776-1717425000-1717426800@vinsweb.org
SUMMARY:Raptor Feeding Time
DESCRIPTION:Raptor Feeding Time\n2:30 PM – 3 PM \nJoin 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. \nHeld in the Raptor Exhibits. \nFor more information\, contact us at info@vinsweb.org or 802.359.5000.
URL:https://vinsweb.org/event/raptor-feeding-time-nov23-mar24-230/2024-06-03/
CATEGORIES:Visitor Programs
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://vinsweb.org/wp-content/uploads/2018/03/006-Event-Feeding-Times-1080x810.jpg
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240603T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240603T142000
DTSTAMP:20260415T161950
CREATED:20230913T134606Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240605T191215Z
UID:11011730-1717423200-1717424400@vinsweb.org
SUMMARY:Animal Encounter
DESCRIPTION:Animal Encounter\n2 PM – 2:20 PM \nMeet 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! \nHeld in the Hawkfly or Neale Pavilion. \nFor more information\, contact us at info@vinsweb.org or 802.359.5000.
URL:https://vinsweb.org/event/animal-encounter-nov23-mar24-200/2024-06-03/
CATEGORIES:Visitor Programs
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://vinsweb.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/10/Animal-Encounter-R-R-1080x810-2.jpg
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240603T123000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240603T125000
DTSTAMP:20260415T161950
CREATED:20230913T133543Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240605T191128Z
UID:11011684-1717417800-1717419000@vinsweb.org
SUMMARY:Songbird Aviary Tour
DESCRIPTION:Songbird Aviary Tour\n12:30 PM – 12:50 PM \nSpend 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.  \nHeld in the Songbird Aviary. \nFor more information\, contact us at info@vinsweb.org or 802.359.5000.
URL:https://vinsweb.org/event/songbird-aviary-tour-nov23-mar24-1230/2024-06-03/
CATEGORIES:Visitor Programs
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://vinsweb.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/06/SongbirdExhibit-1080x810-1.jpg
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240603T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240603T114500
DTSTAMP:20260415T161950
CREATED:20230913T132025Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240605T191030Z
UID:11011638-1717412400-1717415100@vinsweb.org
SUMMARY:Raptors Up Close
DESCRIPTION:Raptors Up Close\n11 AM – 11:45 AM \nTake 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. \nHeld in the Hawkfly or Neale Pavilion. \nFor more information\, contact us at info@vinsweb.org or 802.359.5000.
URL:https://vinsweb.org/event/raptors-up-close-nov23-mar24-11am/2024-06-03/
CATEGORIES:Visitor Programs
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240602T143000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240602T150000
DTSTAMP:20260415T161950
CREATED:20230913T135704Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240704T171540Z
UID:11011775-1717338600-1717340400@vinsweb.org
SUMMARY:Raptor Feeding Time
DESCRIPTION:Raptor Feeding Time\n2:30 PM – 3 PM \nJoin 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. \nHeld in the Raptor Exhibits. \nFor more information\, contact us at info@vinsweb.org or 802.359.5000.
URL:https://vinsweb.org/event/raptor-feeding-time-nov23-mar24-230/2024-06-02/
CATEGORIES:Visitor Programs
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240602T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240602T142000
DTSTAMP:20260415T161950
CREATED:20230913T134606Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240605T191215Z
UID:11011729-1717336800-1717338000@vinsweb.org
SUMMARY:Animal Encounter
DESCRIPTION:Animal Encounter\n2 PM – 2:20 PM \nMeet 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! \nHeld in the Hawkfly or Neale Pavilion. \nFor more information\, contact us at info@vinsweb.org or 802.359.5000.
URL:https://vinsweb.org/event/animal-encounter-nov23-mar24-200/2024-06-02/
CATEGORIES:Visitor Programs
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240602T123000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240602T125000
DTSTAMP:20260415T161950
CREATED:20230913T133543Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240605T191128Z
UID:11011683-1717331400-1717332600@vinsweb.org
SUMMARY:Songbird Aviary Tour
DESCRIPTION:Songbird Aviary Tour\n12:30 PM – 12:50 PM \nSpend 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.  \nHeld in the Songbird Aviary. \nFor more information\, contact us at info@vinsweb.org or 802.359.5000.
URL:https://vinsweb.org/event/songbird-aviary-tour-nov23-mar24-1230/2024-06-02/
CATEGORIES:Visitor Programs
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240602T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240602T114500
DTSTAMP:20260415T161950
CREATED:20230913T132025Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240605T191030Z
UID:11011637-1717326000-1717328700@vinsweb.org
SUMMARY:Raptors Up Close
DESCRIPTION:Raptors Up Close\n11 AM – 11:45 AM \nTake 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. \nHeld in the Hawkfly or Neale Pavilion. \nFor more information\, contact us at info@vinsweb.org or 802.359.5000.
URL:https://vinsweb.org/event/raptors-up-close-nov23-mar24-11am/2024-06-02/
CATEGORIES:Visitor Programs
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://vinsweb.org/wp-content/uploads/2018/02/005-Event-Raptors-Up-Close-1080x810.jpg
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240601T143000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240601T150000
DTSTAMP:20260415T161950
CREATED:20230913T135704Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240704T171540Z
UID:11011774-1717252200-1717254000@vinsweb.org
SUMMARY:Raptor Feeding Time
DESCRIPTION:Raptor Feeding Time\n2:30 PM – 3 PM \nJoin 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. \nHeld in the Raptor Exhibits. \nFor more information\, contact us at info@vinsweb.org or 802.359.5000.
URL:https://vinsweb.org/event/raptor-feeding-time-nov23-mar24-230/2024-06-01/
CATEGORIES:Visitor Programs
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://vinsweb.org/wp-content/uploads/2018/03/006-Event-Feeding-Times-1080x810.jpg
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240601T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240601T142000
DTSTAMP:20260415T161950
CREATED:20230913T134606Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240605T191215Z
UID:11011728-1717250400-1717251600@vinsweb.org
SUMMARY:Animal Encounter
DESCRIPTION:Animal Encounter\n2 PM – 2:20 PM \nMeet 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! \nHeld in the Hawkfly or Neale Pavilion. \nFor more information\, contact us at info@vinsweb.org or 802.359.5000.
URL:https://vinsweb.org/event/animal-encounter-nov23-mar24-200/2024-06-01/
CATEGORIES:Visitor Programs
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://vinsweb.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/10/Animal-Encounter-R-R-1080x810-2.jpg
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240601T123000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240601T125000
DTSTAMP:20260415T161950
CREATED:20230913T133543Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240605T191128Z
UID:11011682-1717245000-1717246200@vinsweb.org
SUMMARY:Songbird Aviary Tour
DESCRIPTION:Songbird Aviary Tour\n12:30 PM – 12:50 PM \nSpend 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.  \nHeld in the Songbird Aviary. \nFor more information\, contact us at info@vinsweb.org or 802.359.5000.
URL:https://vinsweb.org/event/songbird-aviary-tour-nov23-mar24-1230/2024-06-01/
CATEGORIES:Visitor Programs
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://vinsweb.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/06/SongbirdExhibit-1080x810-1.jpg
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240601T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240601T114500
DTSTAMP:20260415T161950
CREATED:20230913T132025Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240605T191030Z
UID:11011636-1717239600-1717242300@vinsweb.org
SUMMARY:Raptors Up Close
DESCRIPTION:Raptors Up Close\n11 AM – 11:45 AM \nTake 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. \nHeld in the Hawkfly or Neale Pavilion. \nFor more information\, contact us at info@vinsweb.org or 802.359.5000.
URL:https://vinsweb.org/event/raptors-up-close-nov23-mar24-11am/2024-06-01/
CATEGORIES:Visitor Programs
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://vinsweb.org/wp-content/uploads/2018/02/005-Event-Raptors-Up-Close-1080x810.jpg
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240601T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240601T120000
DTSTAMP:20260415T161950
CREATED:20240331T170913Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240331T172229Z
UID:11011288-1717232400-1717243200@vinsweb.org
SUMMARY:Drawing from Nature Class: Watercolor Wildflowers
DESCRIPTION:Drawing from Nature Class: Watercolor Wildflowers\nA Workshop with Watercolor and Ink\nSaturday\, June 1 / 9 AM – 12 PM\n$52 General Public\, $47 VINS Member \nRegister Today*\n*Sign up for multiple sessions and get a $5 discount on all classes. Use discount code MULTI24 in your cart. \nOther Drawing from Nature Class dates:\nJuly 13 – Summer Songbirds\nAugust 24 – Predators of the Sky: Raptors\, Vultures and Corvids\nOctober 5 – Fall Foliage: Leaves and Landscapes \nWorkshop Details:  \nWe will begin this second class of our Drawing from Nature Series by exploring the first summer wildflowers to bloom in the fields and forest. While outside we’ll examine their shapes\, hues\, textures\, and pollinators\, as well as discuss identification techniques. Then\, we’ll bring our references (both photos and floral specimens) indoors to experiment with brushstrokes and color. We will spend the rest of the workshop creating watercolor wildflowers in our nature journals. \nLearn tips and tricks for drawing as well as for creating vivid pages that depict personal natural history experiences. Drawing\, sketching\, and watercolor experience are not necessary\, all skill levels welcome. \nSuggested Materials:  \n\nA water bottle\nA high-quality journal with heavyweight\, mixed media\, or watercolor paper\nHB pencil or mechanical pencil \nAn eraser\nMicron pen size 01 and/or 005\nOptional: your preferred art medium such as watercolor\, gouache\, or colored pencils\n\nInstructor Bios: \nCynthia Moulton – Cynthia finds that observing and recording in a field journal enhances our engagement with the natural world. Teaching courses in ecology\, animal diversity and biological illustration at Castleton University for the last 25 years has allowed her and her students to explore science through pen and ink\, graphite and colored pencil. \nLois Moulton – Lois has been passionate about science illustration for years\, creating numerous personal nature journals from her travels and time outdoors. As an educator at Eaglebrook School in Deerfield\, Massachusetts\, she has been incorporating art as a tool for observation into her science classes since 1995. Lois specializes in watercolor and pen & ink. \nFor more information contact us at info@vinsweb.org or 802.359.5000.
URL:https://vinsweb.org/event/drawing-from-nature-class-watercolor-wildflowers/
CATEGORIES:Special Events
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