VINS Nature Center
| Category: | Environmental Organization |
| Address: | 6565 Woodstock Rd, Quechee, VT 05059, USA |
| Phone: | +1 802-359-5000 |
| Site: | vinsweb.org |
| Rating: | 4.7 |
| Working: | 10AM–5PM 10AM–5PM 10AM–5PM 10AM–5PM 10AM–5PM 10AM–5PM 10AM–5PM |
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Shawn Dean
What an incredible honor it was yesterday to visit the Vermont Institute of Natural Science, known as VINS! Its not what youd think by its name; its about Raptors (eagles, hawks, owls and other VT wild birds only.) Its a welcoming place to visit and has a number of great exhibits and demonstrations throughout the day in addition to wonderful winding trails, a hospital for injured birds as well as very well kept large outside enclosures for these tremendously beautiful large birds. You wanna talk about being up close and personal, this is the place. Youre never further than just feet away from these beautiful birds. The snowy owl was crazy gorgeous as was the barred and other owls. The variety of hawks, golden and bald eagles was absolutely incredible! Alexa put on a terrific and informative demonstration with an injured yet recouperating Kestrel and Hawk. It was so very inspiring all the good work they do there! Tons of volunteers inside and outside ensure that injured VT wild birds or abandoned young birds are given the very best of care and chances to return back to to the wild to live long healthy lives. Its a phenomenal network. Another wonderful aspect of VINS is if youre a person or family residing in either NH or VT who has an EBT or Medicaid card, they only charge you $2.00 instead of the regular price of $14.50. Thank you so very much for making our visit possible! We will positively be returning again during perhaps the fall or winter season.
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Barbara Rivenburg
Not enough parking had to park out onto Route 4, not good idea with small children or the disabled/handicap. Had one officer directing traffic going North. Not organized at all. They had arts & crafts for the children and there was nothing available for them to do and this was at 12 noon.... There was a show going on with the owls/birds and the one women had a mic and you could not hear a word she was saying. This place could be great for children/ Schools with improvements. I would not pay the price you ask for an adult or child under these conditions....
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Alta Irish
They have a lot of variety of birds of prey. They rehabilitate injured and sick birds and if they are able to these birds are released back into the wild. They also have a common area where they have educational shows and answer any questions you may have. They have a building for younger children to go. VINS has a couple nature trails that people can use. I would definitely recommend this place.
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andrew kairis
If youre interested in Raptor Birds this is the place to go. Staff is very friendly and well-informed. They have a medium sized exhibit on the modern Theory of how birds came from dinosaurs and how dinosaurs actually had feathers. Check TripAdvisor for this place too lot of details on there
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Jessie Scott
Really neat place with beautiful rescued birds. The demonstrations with the birds are really fun and informative and offer a closer look. The staff are enthusiastic and definitely care about the birds and educating the public about natural science.
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Frank Allen
Hello Fantastic place even thou they were still doing there Fall/Winter Class. I hardly wait for . I have been to Arizona Desert Museum. I like Alexus, and here Assistant was very informative. I enjoyed it so much I will see you in the summer !!
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Staff truly cares. Very large enclosures for the birds. If you go at feeding time (or anytime 30 minutes after) youll learn a lot and get to see the raptors enjoy their snacks. Would love to visit more often if I lived in the area.
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Angela F
This place is amazing! They rehabilitate and care for raptors here. There is a wealth of information available as well. We picked up the plans for a barred owl nesting box and built one when we got home. I cant wait to go back.
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Jacqueline Boyd
Fantastic rewarding experience. Very much worth the 2.5 hr drive. Im so Thankful for their rehabilitation/care of injured, sick, or birds that cant be released into the wild, and the educational aspect.
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Carrie Alyssa Houlihan
Very large and extensive center. They often have events that you can spend all day at and still feel like you want to go back again. Much of it is outside, so dress accordingly.
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Raz
It is a great place for both adults and children to learn about birds. It is also nice to know you are contributing to a great cause while you visit or if you become a member.
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Lance Eaton
A very cool little spot to spend several hours at learning about local wildlife, birds, and hiking about. Definitely worth the money--especially since it goes to a good cause.
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Justin Miller
Wonderful display and interpretation of rescue animals. Its rare to see such care in sharing details and histories of the actual animals they have there.
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Mary Davidson Graham
Excellent visit. Clean, good layout for everyone. Very informative, with beautiful birds. Trails are spectacular. Nature store had some fun stuff.
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elliot hazzard
amazing gift shop, incredible exhibits. the live show we saw was worth the visit alone. so happy to support a place that does such valuable work
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Eric Leshay
A fun afternoon looking at many bird wildlife, a museum display on dinosaurs and some lovely nature trails by the river. Probably a half day.
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Catherine Bourdon
Nicely laid out to accommodate young and old alike. The live bird exhibit thrills me every time I visit. Great for the whole family.
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A Private User
Largest collection of eagles, hawks, falcons, and owls that Ive ever seen in one place. Wonderful exhibits, good programs.
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Greg Ross
Great place, they really care a lot about the animals they help there. Very knowledgeable, excellent learning experience.
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Saurabh Ghosh
A novel educational experience, plus a chance to commune with nature on their trails. A refreshing experience overall.
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Evan Leary
Passionate staff doing great work. Get your Valley Quest book or app and do one of the scavenger hunts with your kids!
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Jason McDuffee
Great place to bring the kids and learn about birds of prey as well as seeing a number of the species up close
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will fielitz
Small but some nice nature trails and many pretty cool birds. Love the work they do to rehab birds as well.
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Caleb Davenport
Fantastic place to visit. Love seeing all the different raptors. Dont miss a raptor talk. very informative!
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Mark Vernon
An excellent exhibit of native birds rescued from human harm. Knowlegable staff with great presentations.
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Cheryl Bennett
I gave vins 5 stars because I really want to go there my name is Brittany and I am 9 years old❤
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Scott Garren
Brought the grandkids to visit the raptor center and everyone enjoyed it thoroughly.
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Sara Dell
Loved the birds and the fact that they rehab them here for the best life possible.
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Scott Reed
I enjoy the nature trails as well as seeing all the birds in the enclosures.
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Shawn Holland
If you need a bird fix, including eagles and owls, this is *the* place.
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Colin Whitehouse
I really enjoyed being able to see and learn about the raptors.
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Frank Martin
If you love raptors, this is the place to go around here.
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Roza Vaksengiser
A beautiful place with an excellent mission and staff!
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Kevin Loverde
Theres always something interesting to learn at VINS.
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Douglas Heath
Great place to see raptors and learn about them
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Michael M Racy
Great raptor viewing in a great environment.
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Audra Fischer
Interesting & Educational. ..nice trails too
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Evan Converse
Very interesting place for raptor lovers.
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Jonathan Deroy
Great place, great people that care
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Peggy George
Too expensive for what it is....
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Nate Kurtz
Great facilities and programs
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Jake Lamoureux
Very cool raptor experience
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Ann Ely
A great Center for all ages
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Ivi Pejic
Amazing! A lot of owls!!!!
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Jack Tingle
Recommended. Informative.
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P Tower
Great owl festival!
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Jeff Marshall
Amazing place
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Scott Richer
Raptors!
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