Black bears are one the largest native mammals that live in northern New England. Did you know that black bears aren't true hibernators? Whether young or old, come learn about what they eat, where they live, and how they survive during the winter months. There will be a bear story reading as well as the opportunity to investigate and touch a bear pelt, paw, claw, and skull!

Black bears are one the largest native mammals that live in northern New England. Did you know that black bears aren't true hibernators? Whether young or old, come learn about what they eat, where they live, and how they survive during the winter months. There will be a bear story reading as well as the opportunity to investigate and touch a bear pelt, paw, claw, and skull!

Raptors rule the sky and are a special group of birds that include eagles, falcons, hawks and owls.  Examine feathers, feet, bones and other artifacts that highlight special characteristics of these raptors and predators.  Find out how they hunt and how they live.  Great hands-on items, bird facts and a craft will teach all ages about these flying hunters!

Raptors rule the sky and are a special group of birds that include eagles, falcons, hawks and owls.  Examine feathers, feet, bones and other artifacts that highlight special characteristics of these raptors and predators.  Find out how they hunt and how they live.  Great hands-on items, bird facts and a craft will teach all ages about these flying hunters!

Thousands of years ago, Abenaki people relied on nature to survive, making clothing and building shelters from natural materials.  Their food came from hunting, gathering, and fishing so knowing all about the natural world was very important.  Come listen to Native American stories, play traditional games, make a craft and imagine daily life before roads, stores, and electricity.  

Thousands of years ago, Abenaki people relied on nature to survive, making clothing and building shelters from natural materials.  Their food came from hunting, gathering, and fishing so knowing all about the natural world was very important.  Come listen to Native American stories, play traditional games, make a craft and imagine daily life before roads, stores, and electricity.  

Why do leaves turn a different color in fall?  Why do trees lose their leaves? Countless shades of yellow, orange, red, and brown will color our woods! Come learn about what happens in the natural world during the fall season.  Stories, hands-on items and a craft is included!  

Why do leaves turn a different color in fall?  Why do trees lose their leaves? Countless shades of yellow, orange, red, and brown will color our woods! Come learn about what happens in the natural world during the fall season.  Stories, hands-on items and a craft is included!  

Why do leaves turn a different color in fall?  Why do trees lose their leaves? Countless shades of yellow, orange, red, and brown will color our woods! Come learn about what happens in the natural world during the fall season.  Stories, hands-on items and a craft is included!  

The woods and fields close by are home to a wide variety of moths and butterflies. These magical winged insects come in all different shapes, sizes and colors! Join Jay, The Nature Museum’s Environmental Educator, to learn about their amazing life cycle and the many species that are found right here in New England! Hands-on items, tales about magnificent moths and beautiful butterflies, along with a craft will captivate all ages.

The woods and fields close by are home to a wide variety of moths and butterflies. These magical winged insects come in all different shapes, sizes and colors! Join Jay, The Nature Museum’s Environmental Educator, to learn about their amazing life cycle and the many species that are found right here in New England! Hands-on items, tales about magnificent moths and beautiful butterflies, along with a craft will captivate all ages.

The woods and fields close by are home to a wide variety of moths and butterflies. These magical winged insects come in all different shapes, sizes and colors! Join Jay, The Nature Museum’s Environmental Educator, to learn about their amazing life cycle and the many species that are found right here in New England! Hands-on items, tales about magnificent moths and beautiful butterflies, along with a craft will captivate all ages.

Turtles, snakes, and even lizards call Vermont home! Learn what makes a reptile a reptile and all about the species that call Vermont and New England home.  Reptile facts, hands-on items and a craft will keep your snake charmer engaged!

Turtles, snakes, and even lizards call Vermont home! Learn what makes a reptile a reptile and all about the species that call Vermont and New England home.  Reptile facts, hands-on items and a craft will keep your snake charmer engaged!

Turtles, snakes, and even lizards call Vermont home! Learn what makes a reptile a reptile and all about the species that call Vermont and New England home.  Reptile facts, hands-on items and a craft will keep your snake charmer engaged!

Mother Nature has a great recipe for thunderstorms.  Do you know the ingredients?  Join us to learn more about what thunderstorms are, how they form, and safety tips for experiencing these amazing storms outdoors.  No need to wear a raincoat but bring your curiosity to learn more and your creativity to make a craft.  

Do fish lay eggs?  Can a fish live both in the ocean and in a river?  Come to this program and learn about the Connecticut River and its tributaries, which are home to many species of fish. Hear all about the river’s native aquatic wildlife that call these waterways home. Along with fabulous fish facts, attendees will make a creative craft! 

Thousands of years ago, Abenaki people relied on nature to survive, making clothing and building shelters from natural materials.  Their food came from hunting, gathering, and fishing so knowing all about the natural world was very important.  Come listen to Native American stories, play traditional games, make a craft and imagine daily life before roads, stores, and electricity.