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VINS Nature Center

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149 Natures Way
Quechee, 05059 United States Get Directions
Phone 802-359-5000
Website www.vinsweb.org

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  • Robert Frost Through the Seasons: Summer

    Robert Frost Through the Seasons
    VINS Nature Center 149 Natures Way, Quechee, United States

    JUL 31, AUG 14 - Join VINS Executive Director Alden Smith to explore the poetry of Robert Frost.  Each session will be dedicated to reading and interpreting poems relevant to the season. These workshops will involve gentle trail walking through the woods and meadow of the VINS Nature Center, visiting natural spaces reminiscent of locations Frost wrote about. Poems will be sent to participants in advance of each session for those who want to read the poems ahead of time. The workshops will include walking, presentation, and discussion.

  • Moth Ball

    VINS Nature Center 149 Natures Way, Quechee, United States

    JULY 26 - Ever wonder what that bug is fluttering around your porch light at night? Join a VINS educator on the canopy walk at night for the chance to observe, ID, and learn all about the moths and nocturnal insects of Vermont through the simple and fun technique of moth fishing! While waiting for our fluttering friends, meet one of our owl ambassadors who depend on these insects for food and learn how to help out insects near you!

  • Art of Flight

    The Art of Flight: A Fundraiser for VINS

    VINS Nature Center 149 Natures Way, Quechee, United States

    JULY 24 - Experience an enchanting evening where the beauty of songbirds meets the power of art in support of the VINS mission. This special fundraising celebration offers guests the unique opportunity to explore VINS through exclusive behind-the-scenes programming while enjoying craft beer from Lawson’s Finest Liquids, live acoustic music by the Chad Hollister Trio, a silent auction and inspiring presentations.

  • Yoga in the Canopy

    Yoga in the Canopy

    Yoga in the Canopy
    VINS Nature Center 149 Natures Way, Quechee, United States

    JUL 20, AUG 3 & 24, SEP 7 - Welcome to a yoga class like you’ve never experienced before. Ascend into the treetops on VINS’ Forest Canopy Walk and immerse yourself in the beauty of the summer foliage. Expect a slow-flow class that will incorporate sun salutations, standing poses, balance poses, and brief meditation. All levels of experience are welcome.

  • Drawing from Nature: Pollinators and Good Garden Bugs

    VINS Nature Center 149 Natures Way, Quechee, United States

    JULY 19 - We will begin this second class of our Drawing from Nature Series by exploring the summer wildflowers blooming in the VINS meadow. While outside, we’ll look closely at the diversity of pollinators visiting these blossoms and discuss identification techniques. Then, we’ll bring our references (both photos and specimens) indoors to experiment with brushstrokes and color. We will spend the rest of the workshop creating images in our nature journals.

  • Robert Frost Through the Seasons: Summer

    Robert Frost Through the Seasons
    VINS Nature Center 149 Natures Way, Quechee, United States

    JUL 17 & 31, AUG 14 - Join VINS Executive Director Alden Smith to explore the poetry of Robert Frost.  Each session will be dedicated to reading and interpreting poems relevant to the season. These workshops will involve gentle trail walking through the woods and meadow of the VINS Nature Center, visiting natural spaces reminiscent of locations Frost wrote about. Poems will be sent to participants in advance of each session for those who want to read the poems ahead of time. The workshops will include walking, presentation, and discussion.

  • Yoga in the Canopy

    Yoga in the Canopy

    Yoga in the Canopy
    VINS Nature Center 149 Natures Way, Quechee, United States

    JUL 13 & 20, AUG 3 & 24, SEP 7 - Welcome to a yoga class like you’ve never experienced before. Ascend into the treetops on the Forest Canopy Walk and immerse yourself in the beauty of the summer foliage. Expect a slow-flow class that will incorporate sun salutations, standing poses, balance poses, and brief meditation. All levels of experience are welcome.

  • Sensory Friendly Hour at VINS

    VINS Nature Center 149 Natures Way, Quechee, United States

    JULY 5 - Join us for Sensory Friendly Hour at VINS, a special morning experience designed for visitors who prefer a quieter, less crowded environment. From 9:00-10:00 AM, we minimize noise, crowds, and other sensory stimuli throughout our exhibits and trails.

  • Sensory Friendly Hour at VINS

    VINS Nature Center 149 Natures Way, Quechee, United States

    APRIL 5 - Join us for Sensory Friendly Hour at VINS, a special morning experience designed for visitors who prefer a quieter, less crowded environment. From 9:00-10:00 AM, we minimize noise, crowds, and other sensory stimuli throughout our exhibits and trails.

  • Yoga in the Canopy

    Yoga in the Canopy

    Yoga in the Canopy
    VINS Nature Center 149 Natures Way, Quechee, United States

    JUN 29, JUL 13 & 20, AUG 3 & 24, SEP 7 - Welcome to a yoga class like you’ve never experienced before. Ascend into the treetops on VINS’ Forest Canopy Walk and immerse yourself in the beauty of the summer foliage. Expect a slow-flow class that will incorporate sun salutations, standing poses, balance poses, and brief meditation. All levels of experience are welcome.