Past Events from September 10, 2023 – May 18 › Nature › – Happy Vermont

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Footprints Trail Run in Craftsbury

Craftsbury Outdoor Center 535 Lost Nation Road, Craftsbury Common, VT, United States

The Craftsbury Outdoor Center invites all trail runners for a race that winds through the center's single track, ski trails and dirt roads up to Craftsbury Common. Choose a 5-mile or 10-mile course. In addition to food, music and beverages at the Craftsbury Farmers' Market,...

Dead Creek Wildlife Day in Addison

Dead Creek Wildlife Management Area Route 17 West, Addison, VT, United States

Do you enjoy hunting, fishing, birdwatching, or learning about Vermont’s diverse wildlife and ecosystems? Explore bird banding, wildlife-related exhibits and activities, interpretive trail walks, pollinator observation, live critters, wild game cooking over a campfire, a deer processing demonstration, trained leashed tracking dogs, and talks on...

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Music on the Trail Series in Bristol

Bristol Trail Network Bristol, VT, United States

Bristol's Music on the Trail summer series on the second Sunday of the month is where you can hear live music at an easily accessible spot on the Bristol Trail Network. Bring a chair or stool if you wish to sit and listen, or simply...

Bird Walk at Hildene in Manchester

Hildene 1005 Hildene Road, Manchester, VT, United States

Join local birders to gather long-term data on the presence of birds, their abundance, and changes in populations. Appropriate for birders of all skill levels, the walks run along forest and meadow trails and around the main house. Free. Some background: In 2000, Vermont was...

First Day Hike: Groton State Park

New Discovery State Park 4239 VT RT 232, Marshfield, VT, United States

Start the new year on the right foot with a hike in the great outdoors. On January 1,  everyone is invited to join a free, guided, family-friendly hike taking place at many state parks, state forests, and other public lands across Vermont. Hikes are led...

First Day Hike: Willoughby State Forest in Westmore

Willoughby State Forest Route 5A, Westmore, United States

Start the New Year on the right foot with a hike in the great outdoors with a First Day Hike organized by Vermont State Parks. The Barlett Mountain Loop in Willougby State Forest is a moderately challenging trail follows the CCC Road in Westmore for...

First Day Hike on Millstone Trails in Websterville

Millstone Trails 44 Brook Street, Websterville, VT, United States

Take a guided, family-friendly, free hike on the Millstone Trails in Barre Town Forest. This hike is part of Vermont State Parks First Day Hike event. This approximately 2.5-mile easy hike follows groomed trails where you’ll explore the winter world in this beautiful forest featuring...

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Wildlife Walk in Middlebury

Otter View Park Middlebury, United States

Otter Creek Audubon and the Middlebury Area Land Trust invite community members to help survey birds and other wildlife. Birders of all ages and abilities welcome. Meet at Otter View Park parking area at the corner of Weybridge Street and Pulp Mill Bridge Road. For...

Solar Eclipse at VINS in Quechee

VINS Nature Center 149 Natures Way, Quechee, VT, United States

Visit VINS for the total solar eclipse. Enjoy live music, a special program about animals and the eclipse, and a space to watch this amazing natural phenomenon. One pair of solar eclipse viewing glasses are complimentary with admission to the VINS Nature Center (while supplies...

Pride Hikes: Lamb Season at Shelburne Farms

Shelburne Farms 1611 Harbor Road, Shelburne, United States

Meander through the sugarbush, visit the lambs in the farmyard, and experience the changing season during this early spring hike at Shelburne Farms. Meet in the small field to the right of the Farm Barn. Drive through the main entry gate at the farm, then...

Spring Bird Walk in West Pawlet

West Pawlet Bird Walk 39 Eggs Street, West Pawlet, United States

Join Rutland County Audubon and Southern Adirondack Aububon for a bird walk on the D&H Rail Trail in West Pawlet. Meet at D&H parking area where 39 Eggs Street meets VT 153 in West Pawlet Village. For a rideshare or assistant with navigation, meet on...