Raptor Biology

Raptor Biology Raptors have an array of adaptations specific to the order, genus and even species that heighten their ability to survive and reproduce. During this field trip, students will…

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Outreach Form

Contact Us Animal Outreaches – Outreach Form I would like to book an outreach for my school or group. Outreach Book-Oct2020Please enable JavaScript in your browser to complete this form.Name…

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Give a Hoot

Give a Hoot Give a Hoot – Outreach Program 30 Minute Program 2 Live Owls Class size: 30 Pre-K – 2nd Grade $200 (without live animal) $250 (includes live animal)…

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Raptor Encounters

Raptor Encounters Raptor Encounters – Outreach Program 45 Minute Program 3 Live Birds Class Size: 75 Max All Ages $300; $275 Non-Profit $1/Mile Added For Travel Program Package* Live falcons,…

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Sarah Strew

Sarah Strew Lead, Nature Camp & Adult Programs Shaped by Their Environment Delve into the amazing adaptations of the creatures of Vermont with our animal adaptations field trip. VINS’ educators…

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Birthday Parties

Birthday Parties Host Your Birthday Party at VINS A birthday party at the VINS Nature Center offers a unique and meaningful way to connect with wildlife and the outdoors. The…

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Raptor Enclosures

Bird Enclosures Bird Enclosures WHERE Bird Enclosures View Full Calendar Get up close to eagles, falcons, owls and more! More than 40 raptors call the VINS Nature Center home. These…

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Feeding Times

Feeding Times Feeding Times* WHERE Raptor Enclosures View Full Calendar Ever wonder what we feed all the different animals here at VINS? Or how we keep our residents healthy and…

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History

VINS History The Founding of VINS The genesis of VINS traces back to 1970. David Laughlin, a local Woodstock dentist, agreed to spearhead a study of the Ottauquechee River proposed…

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