Special Events
Artist Exhibition – Jessica Fligg
JUNE 5 – JULY 31 – Through her paintings Jessica Fligg strives to convey the liveliness of the world around her to highlight the amazing strength and beauty of natural places. She loves to capture the impression of her subject matter, as she is reacting to it, capturing a moment in time. Plein air painting gives Jessica the opportunity to immerse herself in nature.
National Get Outdoors Day
JUNE 10 – Come celebrate National Get Outdoors Day at VINS! Experience an adventure sprinkled with the magic and wonder of forest fairies with a visit from our Fairy Grandmother and fairy house building in Fairy Town. Meet artist Jessica Fligg and observe as she creates a piece inspired by the beauty of our campus. In addition, VINS Members are invited to attend our appreciation event in the afternoon.
Member Appreciation Day
JUNE 10 – VINS is supported by wonderful members like you! To acknowledge and thank you for supporting our mission and work, we invite you to join us on Get Outdoors Day for our Member Appreciation Event. We will be serving light refreshments to registrants and holding a raffle.
Yoga in the Canopy
JUNE 11 – Welcome to a yoga class like you’ve never experienced before. Ascend into the treetops on the VINS Forest Canopy Walk and immerse yourself in the beauty of the summer foliage. All levels of experience are welcome.
Father’s Day – Free Admission for Dads
JUNE 18 – Happy Father’s Day from VINS! We are happy to offer free admission to VINS for Dads. Free admission can be claimed at the Admission Window of the Welcome Center upon arrival.
Stoneflies & French Fries
JUNE 24 – Thanks to the efforts of our founders 51 years ago, the Ottauquechee River now teems with life in the most unexpected places. Join a VINS educator in a benthic macroinvertebrate survey of our river, as we search for all things creepy and crawly, slimy and scaly, and fascinating and fun!
Incredible Insect Festival
JULY 8 – Welcome to the fascinating world of insects at the Incredible Insect Festival! Renowned insect expert Sam Jaffe will showcase a multitude of live caterpillars at The Caterpillar Lab. Have a fun day discovering the insects we share our planet with through demonstrations, exhibits, games and crafts.