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Events Incredible Insect Festival

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10am-5pm

Saturday, August 7, 2021

August 7 | 10:00 am - 5:00 pm

Included with admission to the VINS Nature Center.

Welcome to the fascinating world of insects! Renowned insect expert Sam Jaffe will showcase a multitude of live caterpillars from The Caterpillar Lab. Learn about the importance of pollinators and meet a local beekeeper. In addition, you’ll get to meet entomologists who study the small insects found in streams and lakes. Through demonstrations, exhibits, games and crafts, visitors to the VINS Nature Center will have a fun day discovering the insects we share our planet with.

For more information, contact us at 802.359.5000 or info@vinsweb.org.

Contact

Linda Conrad
Phone:
802.359.5000
Fax:
802.359.5001

149 Natures Way
Quechee, VT 05059
United States

43.643159, -72.411743

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