Artist Exhibition – Amy Hook-Therrien
AUGUST 1 – OCTOBER 31 – Amy Hook-Therrien formed deep connections with the forests while growing up in Vermont. She has been featured in multiple publications as well as gaining representation in galleries throughout the state. She practices landscape painting in watercolor, where she attempts to portray the tranquility and fragility found in nature.
Bird’s Eye View – Hawk Watch
OCTOBER 1 – Join us at the Mt. Ascutney summit trailhead in Windsor, Vermont, and mingle with VINS Researchers during their Hawk Watch season! Meet a live raptor and watch for migrating hawks through spotting telescopes.
Drawing from Nature Class: Skulls and Bones
OCTOBER 21 – In this Drawing from Nature class, the focus will be on skulls and bones. Learn tips and tricks for drawing as well as for creating vivid pages that depict personal natural history experiences. Drawing and sketching experience not necessary, all skill levels welcome.
Lens on the Wild: Photography Workshop
OCTOBER 22 – Designed for the beginner to intermediate level photographer, Photojournalist Rob Strong will be on hand to review camera functions and settings and assist participants in applying techniques to get the most out of their camera, maximizing results and improving wildlife photography skills.
Halloween at VINS
OCTOBER 28 – Join us for a full day of Halloween fun. A campus decorated with jack-o-lanterns and activities all day will be sure to delight guests of all ages. Costumes encouraged!
Hoots & Howls
OCTOBER 28 – Hoots & Howls is a family friendly event – designed to be educational, nature-based, non-frightening, and fun! Together we will conduct science experiments, rediscover the magic of storytelling, and get up close to snakes, owls, skulls and bones.
Artist Exhibition – Jon & Deborah Meyer
NOVEMBER 1 – JANUARY 8 – Visit our artist exhibition at the VINS Nature Center featuring Jon and Deborah Meyer, a combination of artwork and poetry. Deborah loves to watch and listen to birds and learn about their lives. Her drawn bird images married with Jon’s poetry are from their upcoming book, Quest of the Birds, a parable of a mixed flock of birds seeking their true Self.