BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//ºÚÁϲ»´òìÈ - ECPv6.15.20//NONSGML v1.0//EN CALSCALE:GREGORIAN METHOD:PUBLISH X-ORIGINAL-URL: X-WR-CALDESC:Events for ºÚÁϲ»´òìÈ REFRESH-INTERVAL;VALUE=DURATION:PT1H X-Robots-Tag:noindex X-PUBLISHED-TTL:PT1H BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:America/New_York BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20250309T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20251102T060000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20260308T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20261101T060000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20270314T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20271107T060000 END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260201T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260201T120000 DTSTAMP:20260430T180805 CREATED:20251203T174520Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260101T162123Z UID:11017941-1769936400-1769947200@vinsweb.org SUMMARY:Beginner Snowshoe Workshop DESCRIPTION:Beginner Snowshoe Workshop\n Sunday\, February 1 / 9 AM – 12 PM \n$22 General Public\, $18 ºÚÁϲ»´òìÈ Members\n(Includes snowshoe rental and admission to the Nature Center after the workshop) \nThis workshop is designed for ages 13+ \nRegister Today \nWould you like to get outside in the winter but worry about not having the right gear? Not sure how to stay warm while spending time outdoors in the snow? Join ºÚÁϲ»´òìÈ volunteer\, Doug Cohen\, for a class that will help you enjoy the outdoors comfortably and safely this winter. \nWith over 40 years of outdoor adventuring experience\, Doug will share his wintertime expertise in this workshop. Learn how to stay warm through proper layering\, what types of food help maintain energy\, and get introduced to the basic equipment you’ll need. Bring your questions and be ready for a fun time. This class is perfect for anyone looking to learn how to enjoy the winter season. \nThe first part of the class will be spent inside discussing the realities of winter—its good\, bad\, and challenging aspects. In the second part we’ll head outside to cover equipment essentials as well as basic snowshoe techniques. Weather permitting\, we will strap on snowshoes and explore the ºÚÁϲ»´òìÈ Nature Center. If there is not sufficient snow for snowshoeing\, we’ll hit the trail for some cold-weather hiking on ºÚÁϲ»´òìÈ’ trails. \nDetails for Participants:\nParticipants should dress to spend part of this class outside. Participants should bring/wear a hat\, gloves\, warm socks\, a jacket\, snacks & refillable water bottle. Optional items include treking/ski poles\, snowpants and snowshoes. Registration fee includes snowshoe rental from ºÚÁϲ»´òìÈ. \nInstructor Bio:\nDoug Cohen has been an avid hiker since the age of 10\, beginning his journey in the Adirondacks before exploring the trails of Oregon\, and ultimately spending the last 40 years hiking throughout the White Mountains. During his time in the Whites\, he led Appalachian Mountain Club (AMC) trips year-round for over a decade\, with a particular love for fall and winter outings. Doug taught snowshoeing classes for Eastern Mountain Sports (EMS) and later\, while working at REI\, taught classes in hiking\, backpacking\, day hiking\, and snowshoeing. Doug is passionate about teaching people how to enjoy the outdoors safely and loves sharing his expertise with outdoor enthusiasts of all levels. \nFor more information\, contact us at 802.359.5000 or events@vinsweb.org. URL:/event/beginner-snowshoe-workshop/ LOCATION:ºÚÁϲ»´òìÈ Nature Center\, 149 Natures Way\, Quechee\, 05059\, United States CATEGORIES:Special Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:/wp-content/uploads/2025/12/Snowshoe-2025.jpg GEO:43.643159;-72.4117429 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=ºÚÁϲ»´òìÈ Nature Center 149 Natures Way Quechee 05059 United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=149 Natures Way:geo:-72.4117429,43.643159 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260201T103000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260201T110000 DTSTAMP:20260430T180805 CREATED:20250911T171530Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260413T153805Z UID:11017872-1769941800-1769943600@vinsweb.org SUMMARY:Natural Wonders DESCRIPTION:Natural Wonders\n10:30 AM – 11 AM \nJoin us on a journey of discovery through the wonders of the natural world. Designed for families with young children\, this short interactive program explores a range of engaging topics including animals of New England\, animal engineers\, and local habitats.* \nLocation changes daily – inquire at the Nature Store. \n*Includes a live animal on Saturdays and Sundays only. \nFor more information\, contact us at info@vinsweb.org or 802.359.5000. URL:/event/natural-wonders-4/2026-02-01/ CATEGORIES:Visitor Programs ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:/wp-content/uploads/2025/04/Natural-Wonders-2.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260201T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260201T113000 DTSTAMP:20260430T180805 CREATED:20250911T172344Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260414T200817Z UID:11017250-1769943600-1769945400@vinsweb.org SUMMARY:Raptors Up Close DESCRIPTION:Raptors Up Close\n11 AM – 11:30 AM \nTake flight with us on an unforgettable experience! We’ll show you the unique nature of some of the world’s most highly skilled predators – raptors! In this live bird demonstration you’ll gain an up-close view and an in-depth understanding of these majestic birds. \nHeld in the Hawkfly or Neale Pavilion. \nFor more information\, contact us at info@vinsweb.org or 802.359.5000. URL:/event/raptors-up-close/2026-02-01/ CATEGORIES:Visitor Programs ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:/wp-content/uploads/2018/02/005-Event-Raptors-Up-Close-1080x810.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260201T123000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260201T125000 DTSTAMP:20260430T180805 CREATED:20250911T172840Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260413T161420Z UID:11017548-1769949000-1769950200@vinsweb.org SUMMARY:Songbird Aviary Tour DESCRIPTION:Songbird Aviary Tour\n12:30 PM – 12:50 PM \nSpend some time in the Songbird Aviary! Our docents will familiarize you with this special group of birds and point out the ways you can make a great habitat for these important creatures in your own backyard. \nHeld in the Songbird Aviary. \nFor more information\, contact us at info@vinsweb.org or 802.359.5000. URL:/event/songbird-aviary-tour-nov24-mar25-1230pm-2/2026-02-01/ CATEGORIES:Visitor Programs ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:/wp-content/uploads/2022/06/SongbirdExhibit-1080x810-1.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260201T140000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260201T143000 DTSTAMP:20260430T180805 CREATED:20250911T173116Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260413T160043Z UID:11017398-1769954400-1769956200@vinsweb.org SUMMARY:Raptor Feeding Time DESCRIPTION:Raptor Feeding Time\n2:00 PM – 2:30 PM \nJoin our raptor care-givers for feeding time! Learn about the habits and history of each of the resident raptors at ºÚÁϲ»´òìÈ as you watch them enjoy their daily meal. \nHeld in the Raptor Exhibits. \nFor more information\, contact us at info@vinsweb.org or 802.359.5000. URL:/event/raptor-feeding-time/2026-02-01/ CATEGORIES:Visitor Programs ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:/wp-content/uploads/2018/03/006-Event-Feeding-Times-1080x810.jpg END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR