Vermont Institute of Natural Science

Raptors Up Close
2024-05-21 11:00 - 11:45, 2024-05-22 11:00 - 11:45, 2024-05-23 11:00 - 11:45, 2024-05-24 11:00 - 11:45, 2024-05-25 11:00 - 11:45, 2024-05-26 11:00 - 11:45, 2024-05-27 11:00 - 11:45 (America/New_York)
Raptors Up Close
11 AM – 11:45 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
2024-05-21 12:30 - 12:50, 2024-05-22 12:30 - 12:50, 2024-05-23 12:30 - 12:50, 2024-05-24 12:30 - 12:50, 2024-05-25 12:30 - 12:50, 2024-05-26 12:30 - 12:50, 2024-05-27 12:30 - 12:50
Songbird Aviary Tour
12:30 PM – 12:50 PM
Spend 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.
Held in the Songbird Aviary.
For more information, contact us at info@vinsweb.org or 802.359.5000.

Animal Encounter
2024-05-21 14:00 - 14:20, 2024-05-22 14:00 - 14:20, 2024-05-23 14:00 - 14:20, 2024-05-24 14:00 - 14:20, 2024-05-25 14:00 - 14:20, 2024-05-26 14:00 - 14:20, 2024-05-27 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.

Raptor Feeding Time
2024-05-21 14:30 - 15:00, 2024-05-22 14:30 - 15:00, 2024-05-23 14:30 - 15:00, 2024-05-24 14:30 - 15:00, 2024-05-25 14:30 - 15:00, 2024-05-26 14:30 - 15:00, 2024-05-27 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.

Birding Meet-ups
2024-05-25 07:30 - 09:00
Birding Meet-ups*
May 25 & 28
7:30 – 9:00 AM
$5 General Public, FREE for VINS Members
Register Today
Looking to connect with a community of birders in our area? Want to hone your ID skills with the help of VINS staff?
Join us for a Birding Meet-up this May! Meet-ups will take place in different locations each time so that we can visit the varied habitats of our region and observe the diverse birdlife that inhabit each.
Get practice identifying grassland, wetland and forest species and start building your eBird or Life List if you have one.
These Meet-ups are designed for the intermediate to advanced birder who want to hone their ID skills with the help of VINS staff.
Field guides and binoculars are recommended for this event. Binoculars will be available to borrow.
Come and go at your convenience. This workshop will be held outdoors, rain or shine. Participants should dress appropriately.
*Registration is required for this event.
For more information, contact us at 802.359.5000 or info@vinsweb.org.

Forest Fairy Hunts
2024-05-25 10:00 - 14:00
Forest Fairy Hunts
Saturdays / May 25, June 15, August 31, September 28
10 AM – 2 PM
Included with General Admission
Where do milkweed pods become bathtubs and beds, and acorn caps become dinnerware? In Fairy Town at VINS, of course! Join the Fairy Court to help search the forest for our hidden fairy friends in a scavenger hunt adventure! Forest Fairy hunts offer children and their families a unique opportunity to learn about and connect with the natural world and to nurture respect for the environment.
After the hunt get hands on in nature by using natural materials to build your very own fairy house at VINS Fairy Town.
Wearing wings is encouraged! Recommended for ages 4 and up.
For more information contact us at info@vinsweb.org or 802.359.5000.
