Past Events from January 6, 2023 – May 18 › Cities and Towns › Rupert › – Happy Vermont

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Full Moon Hike at Merck Forest

Merck Forest and Farmland Center 3270 Route 315, Rupert, VT, United States

The moon will be rising in the east tonight, and hopefully skies will be clear! Join us for a guided moon-lit hike on our trails on a wintery evening. Meet up at the Visitor Center on Friday, January 6, from 5:30p until 7:00p. Bring a...

$10

Pollinators – Monarch Monitoring in Rupert

Merck Forest and Farmland Center 3270 Route 315, Rupert, VT, United States

Investigate the pollinators of Merck Forest, exploring some of the habitats and hangouts of these critical critters. Try your hand at catching and tagging monarch butterflies, and search for and observe other pollinators at work. Admission: $5 per person. Register here.

Hike by Moonlight at Merck Forest in Rupert

Merck Forest and Farmland Center 3270 Route 315, Rupert, VT, United States

Join a guided moon-lit hike on Merck Forest's trails on a wintery evening. Meet up at the Visitor Center and bring a headlamp. Dress warmly with proper footwear, including Microspikes or snowshoes, depending on ground conditions. Please arrive 15 minutes prior to the program. Cost...

Maple Open House at Merck Forest

Merck Forest and Farmland Center 3270 Route 315, Rupert, VT, United States

Celebrate this time-honored Vermont tradition during Merck Forest’s Maple Open House. The event includes tapping and boiling demonstrations, storytelling, children’s activities, farm animals, and more. Food available. $5 suggested donation per person. **This event has been moved to Sunday, March 24 because of this weekend's...

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Full Moon Hike at Merck Forest in Rupert

Merck Forest and Farmland Center 3270 Route 315, Rupert, VT, United States

The moon will be rising in the east tonight, and hopefully skies will be clear. Join Merck Forest for a guided moon-lit hike on its trails. Meet at the Visitor Center at the main campus. Bring a headlamp and dress warmly, with proper footwear, including...

Recurring

Maple Meet-Up at Merck Forest in Rupert

Merck Forest and Farmland Center 3270 Route 315, Rupert, VT, United States

Join Merck Forest for a 1.5-hour sugaring tour. See and experience maple sugaring operations, from the trees in the sugarbush to the evaporator. Fee is $10. Pre-registration required. Meet at the Visitor Center.

Meet the Lambs at Merck Forest

Merck Forest and Farmland Center 3270 Route 315, Rupert, VT, United States

Meet the lambs at Merck Forest’s springtime open house. See new lambs, chicks, piglets and more. Enjoy activities and exploration for the whole family. Food will be available as well. Suggested donation of $5.