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• Sugar on Snow Party

  • When
    26 Mar 2023
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    11:00 AM - 4:00 PM
  • Location
    Green Mountain Audubon Center

  Come celebrate the maple sugaring season with sweet sugar on snow, sugaring demonstrations, and a delicious taste of each grade of maple syrup! All ages welcome. Fun for the whole family!

  Learn how to tap a tree, collect sap from buckets, and follow the journey from sap to syrup during our sugarbush tours. Learn about our Bird-Friendly Maple Project and how we manage Audubon’s sugarbush for breeding bird habitat. Go in search of the Golden Tap. Find it during a Sugar on Snow party and win a delicious Maple Caramel chocolate bar from Lake Champlain Chocolates (while supplies last)! Enter into our raffle during the parties to help support our education programs and for a chance to win amazing prizes from local businesses! Mark your calendar today, you won't want to miss these fun events.

  March 25 and 26 11am-4pm at the Green Mountain Audubon Center in Huntington, VT. 

  More information and registration: https://vt.audubon.org/events/sugar-snow-party 

  
  

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• ABCs of Farm-Based Education - Spring 2023

  • Start
    31 Mar 2023
  • End
    2 Apr 2023
  • Location
    McClure Education Center at the Farm Barn

  This workshop is designed for farmers, farm-based educators, and non-formal educators.

  Are you looking to build a farm-based education program, or inspire your existing programming? At this workshop, you’ll fill your toolbox with kid-tested activities as you join a community of peers from around the region. Spend time in hands-on, activity-based learning while you explore Shelburne Farms’ dairy, farmyard, garden, and forest classrooms.

  We encourage attendees to stay onsite at Shelburne Farms when space is available! Accommodations are in guesthouses or the Inn within Shelburne Farms’ campus.

  Co-presented with the Farm-Based Education Network, a project of Shelburne Farms.

  More details and registration here: 

  https://shelburnefarms.org/calendar/event/abcs-of-farm-based-education-spring-2023

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• Owl Prowl and Woodcock Watch with the Vermont Woodland Association

  • When
    31 Mar 2023
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    6:45 PM - 8:00 PM
  • Location
    Shelburne Bay Park

  Owls hooting and Woodcock rocketing up from the grasses in their acrobatic aerial displays is a must-experience early spring spectacle!

  Grab a headlamp, some warm layers, and put on your listening ears as we listen for and talk about owls and woodcock on an evening stroll at the Ti-Haul Trail in Shelburne, VT. This family-friendly event will introduce you to the owls of Vermont and what makes these adorable birds such fierce predators. Then, as the sun begins to set and the light fades away, we will head to the gravel path of the Ti-Haul Trail south of Bay Rd. Here we will listen for Great-horned and Barred Owls and search for American Woodcock (a.k.a. timberdoodles) claiming their territories through elaborate aerial displays and echoing "Peeent" calls. This event if expected to last from 6:45 PM to 8 PM. Although the trail is largely gravel, the spring snow melt and thaw can make it either icy or muddy, so plan to wear appropriate footwear. Headlamps/flashlights, binoculars, and warm layers are recommended as it can cool off quickly once the sun goes down. Parking is available at the Shelburne Bay Park/Ti-Haul Trail Parking lot adjacent to the Shelburne Bay Boat Launch north of Bay Rd in Shelburne, VT 

  More information & registration: https://vt.audubon.org/events/owl-prowl-and-woodcock-watch-vermont-woodland-association

  
  

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• Establish Sustainable Culture at School

  • When
    4 Apr 2023
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    6:00 PM - 7:00 PM
  • Location
    Zoom

  A webinar for Youth Climate Leaders.

  What? A virtual workshop with Loreley Godfrey and Vic Whitcomb, VEEP/NHEEP Youth Climate Fellows

  Who? Youth and educators looking to take climate action

  When? Tuesday, April 4, 6:00-7:00pm

  Learn how to establish a more educated, sustainable, and eco-friendly culture at your school! Hear two students talk about their experiences in improving culture and encouraging sustainable action in their communities and how you can do the same. All students and teachers are welcome!

  ABOUT THE SPEAKERS:

  Loreley Godfrey is an 18 year old from Portsmouth, New Hampshire. She serves as the Policy Director for the student-led non-profit, Seacoast Students for Sustainability, Inc. When she's not testifying at the New Hampshire State House, Loreley enjoys skiing and hiking the Granite State's great mountains.

  Vic Whitcomb is a founder and president of the Society of Sustainable Spartans, a sustainability group in northern NH. She has worked on many projects with this group pertaining to solar, waste reduction, sustainable education/culture, and more. In her free time, Vic loves snowboarding, surfing, and hiking with her four dogs.

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• Books for Growing Young Gardeners

  • When
    5 Apr 2023
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    6:30 PM - 8:00 PM

  Capturing the interest and imagination of children through books is a great way to get them into the garden. Books are also a resource to help grandparents, teachers, and other caregivers plan interactive garden activities. This webinar, Books for Growing Young Gardeners will highlight some of the best titles currently in print.

  The books covered in this webinar have received awards from the "Growing Good Kids Book Awards" by the Texas A&M Jr Master Gardener Program and the American Horticultural Society (AHS).

  Who is this for?

  1. Grandparents, aunts, uncles, and anyone who wants to share their love of gardening with a younger generation

  2. Individuals who choose books for libraries

  3. Teachers, youth leaders, and childcare providers

  4. Senior groups and garden clubs

  What will you learn?

  1. Titles of books and other resources selected for adults on gardening with children including "Granny Camp" ideas and other helpful resources.

  2. Suggestions for garden-related literature that stirs a child's interest.

  3. Where to find books, recommendations, and other resources.

  This event is being offered at no charge to participants.

  Registration is required to receive the link to access the webinar.

  Registrants will also receive access to the webinar recording.

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• Pride Hikes: Shelburne Farms

  • When
    8 Apr 2023
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    1:00 PM - 3:00 PM
  • Location
    Shelburne Farms

  Meander through Shelburne Farms' sugarbush, visit the lambs in the Farmyard, and experience the changing season during this early season spring hike. Shelburne Farm's campus is a 1,400-acre working farm located on the unceded, traditional, and contemporary homelands of the Winooskik band of the Abenaki. The property has over 10 miles of walking tails that play an integral part in connecting people to the land and fostering a sense of place, both of which are central to Shelburne's educational mission.

  We will meet at Shelburne Farms' Farm Barn Parking Lot (outside) at 1:00pm. See map attached below for directions to this lot.

  Pride Hikes are a collaboration between Audubon Vermont, the Pride Center of Vermont, and Outright Vermont. Pride Hikes have been happening every month since June of 2018 and go beyond being "welcoming to everyone" to creating a safe, affirming space for LGBTQIA++ community members.

  Please bring anything else you will need to feel comfortable outdoors for a little over an hour or two, such as sturdy walking shoes, water, snowshoes, hand/toe warmers, micro spikes, a warm beverage etc.

  More information & registration: 

  https://vt.audubon.org/events/pride-hikes-shelburne-farms-1

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• Pride Hikes: Shelburne Farms

  • When
    8 Apr 2023
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    1:00 PM - 3:00 PM

  Meander through the sugarbush, visit the lambs in the farmyard, and experience the changing season during this early spring hike at Shelburne Farms. Our home campus is a 1,400-acre working farm located on the unceded, traditional, and contemporary homelands of the Winooskik band of the Abenaki. Over 10 miles of walking trails are an integral part of connecting people to the land and fostering a sense of place, which are both central to our educational mission.   

  Pride Hikes are a collaboration between Audubon Vermont, the Pride Center of Vermont, and Outright Vermont.  Pride Hikes have been happening every month since June of 2018 and go beyond being “welcoming to everyone” to creating a safe, affirming space for LGBTQIA+ community members.

  All ages, allies, and families welcome! Youth under 18 years should be accompanied by a parent/guardian. 

  Trail/accessibility information: Our walk will be at an easy pace and will cover less than 2 miles. We are very flexible about the trails we choose based upon the needs of the group. Some trails are flat and wide and on a base of crushed rock, while others are a bit more steep and uneven. In the late spring trails could be covered in snow, ice, or mud. 

  If you require accommodations or have questions about accessibility, please contact Audubon Vermont at sarah.hooghuis@audubon.org.

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• City of Burlington Job & Internship Fair

  • When
    12 Apr 2023
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    12:00 PM - 4:00 PM
  • Location
    City Hall, Contois Auditorium

  Meet with department ambassadors about career opportunities. Network with hiring managers and learn about jobs/internships in various fields. 

  Registration upon arrival, no pre-registration necessary. 

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• Amphibians of Vernal Pools – Biodiversity University

  • Start
    16 Apr 2023
  • End
    17 Apr 2023
  • Location
    North Branch Nature Center - Montpelier, VT

  This course is an introduction to vernal pools, with a particular focus on identification and natural history of the frogs and salamanders that breed in them. Vernal pools are uncommon, sensitive, and critical habitats relied on by a diverse suite of organisms from amphibians to invertebrates. This course combines field time with classroom presentation, covering topics including: identification of amphibians, their egg masses; their calls; ecology; amphibian life history; vernal pool stewardship, conservation, and threats; and survey techniques.

  Since the amphibian breeding season at vernal pools starts early and advances quickly, this course convenes twice: first in mid-April to hopefully find and study early spring-breeding amphibians in the pools, then again in early May to survey egg masses and other activity.

  Part of NBNC’s Biodiversity University series

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• NBNC April Break Camp 2023 (K-3rd grade)

  • Start
    24 Apr 2023
  • End
    28 Apr 2023
  • Location
    North Branch Nature Center

  Spring is a great time to explore the Nature Center. Children in K-3rd grade are invited to join us for a week of spring nature adventures and explorations. We’ll make art using natural materials, explore the fields and forest for signs of wildlife, try our hands at wild edible cooking and give back to the land in celebration of spring. Join us for a day, a week, or anything in-between!

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• Babes in the Woods

  • When
    25 Apr 2023
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    9:30 AM - 11:30 AM
  • Location
    Bonnyvale Environmental Education Center

  Children ages 3-5 and their caregivers are invited to take a spring stroll and enjoy the woods at BEEC. Through activities and explorations we will meet the trees and look for clues of who lives in or nearby them. We will use all of our senses to experience the wonders of the woods.

  This is offered for the Month of the Young Child, in association with the Winston Prouty Center for Child and Family Development.

  Free program! Bring your snack. Pre-registration required.

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• Guided Hike and Intro to iNaturalist With Ecologist Steven Lamonde of Moosewood Ecological Services

  • When
    29 Apr 2023
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    10:00 AM - 12:00 PM
  • Location
    186 Townshend RoadGrafton, VT, 05146

  Join ecologist Steven Lamonde, of Moosewood Ecological LLC, for an introduction to iNaturalist, how to best use this powerful ID tool, and how you can help contribute crucial data to important community science projects through this phone-friendly, easy-to-use program. Steven will cover required basics and FAQ's to successfully get you started as well as investigate questions from seasoned users. Our program will start with a presentation and discussion with Steven at the museum. Then, we'll hit the trails of the museum property and the Grafton Village Park to give iNaturalist a try, make observations, and tap into Steven's incredible wealth of ecological knowledge as we discover all kinds of natural wonders. Whether you're interested in iNaturalist or not, all are welcome.

  For those interested in the iNaturalist component of the program, we encourage you to bring a phone or tablet with the iNaturalist app pre-downloaded and installed with a free account set up ahead of time.

  Important Note: The guided walk may have uneven/unlevel terrain, variable ground conditions, and moderate hiking. Unless there is hazardous weather, this program will occur rain or shine. The make-up date is at the same time on the following day, Sunday 04/30. Please make sure that you're available for the make up date as we cannot issue refunds for an inability to attend the rescheduled program.

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• Herricks Cove Wildlife Festival

  • When
    7 May 2023
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    10:00 AM - 4:00 PM
  • Location
    Herrick's Cove - Rockingham, Vermont

  Celebrate the wonder of wildlife through live animal programs, exhibits, and activities for children. Find us there as an exhibitor!

  Live owls, hawks, reptiles, and more

  Family-friendly programs, exhibits, and crafts

  Nature walks and programs for all

  • Early morning bird walk with Don Clark and Ken Cox
  • Butterfly and Bats Programs plus T-shirt painting with Jerry Schneider
  • Turtle Walks with Jim Andrews
  • Mike Clough of the Southern VT Natural History Museum - Live animals up close
  • VINS Raptors Encounters
  • Lindsay and her Puppet Pals
  • Squam Lake Science Center - Live animals up close
  • Bug Walk with Michael Sabourin of the Vermont Entomological Society
  • Plus on-going events, exhibits, activities, and demonstrations by:
  • Wunderle’s Big Top Adventures: Interactive Circus Activities
  • Vermont Fish & Wildlife - Bears, Bats, Fish, Canine Unit, Skins and Skulls, and more
  • Southern VT Natural History Museum
  • Wildlife Encounters - Live animals
  • Nature Museum (Grafton, VT)
  • Black River Action Team
  • Ascutney Mountain Audubon Society
  • Vermont Department of Environmental Conservation - Composting demonstration, aquatic invasive plant identification, and more
  • Vermont Center for EcoStudies
  • Rich Earth Institute - Urine Diversion to make fertilizer
  • USDA National Resources Conservation Service - Walk through the Soil Tunnel
  • Windham County Natural Resources Conservation District - Water Flume
  • Children’s tent with activities and face painting and more!

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• Dairy Day at the Farm!

  • When
    7 May 2023
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    1:00 PM - 4:00 PM
  • Location
    Shelburne Farms Dairy Barn

  Come on down to the dairy and meet our spring calves and the incredible cows of our Brown Swiss herd.  Take a wagon ride to see the pastures and then see the calves get their afternoon milk.  Check out our big dairy machines,  go on a dairy quest, and enjoy a variety of other activities! This is a time to explore the barns and buildings at the dairy and see how we get the milk that makes our award winning cheddar cheese.  Our cows will come down the lane for afternoon milking in “cow parade” style and can be viewed in our parlor while they are machine milked.  

  $5/car; walkers free!

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• Woody Plants – Biodiversity University & Northern Forest Atlas

  • Start
    20 May 2023
  • End
    21 May 2023
  • Location
    North Branch Nature Center

  Woody plants—trees, shrubs, vines, creepers—are, to us, the key to understanding habitats, ecological patterns, and plant geography. This is an introductory course covering about 40 common species: how they grow, leaf, flower, and fruit; how to distinguish them and their habitats in the field; and how to use the Northern Forest Atlas photoguide and digital Atlas to confirm them.

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• An Evening With The Bird Diva, Bridget Butler: Birding & Wellness

  • When
    9 Jun 2023
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    7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
  • Location
    The Grafton Brick Meeting House 2 Main Street, Grafton, VT 05146

  In the midst of this unprecedented time, people are in need of daily practices to cope and to maintain their well-being. What would it look like if we used our interest in birds to reduce stress and anxiety and return to our senses in an effort to practice wellness? Join Bird Diva, Bridget Butler, for a presentation and discussion exploring how birding can boost our well-being and stave off stress and anxiety.

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• Bonnyvale Environmental Education Center: Shutterbugs

  • Start
    17 Jul 2023
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    9:00 AM
  • End
    21 Jul 2023
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    3:00 PM

  This program will integrate digital photography into nature exploration and discovery, through a collaboration between In-Sight Photography and BEEC. We will use the camera as a lens to investigate the natural world around us. Explorations will take place at unique natural areas around Brattleboro, including woodland, aquatic and mountain adventures. No prior camera experience needed.

  9am – 3pm, for Ages 12- 15

  *Drop off and pick up location will vary by the day (potentially at BEEC on Monday and at In-Sight Photography on Tuesday through Friday).

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• VEEP/NHEEP Summer Institute

  • Start
    7 Aug 2023
  • End
    11 Aug 2023
  • Location
    World Fellowship Center - Albany, NH

  The 2023 VEEP/NHEEP Summer Institute encourages teachers to use play, wonder, and hope as catalysts for inspiring students to make change, and to find joy in taking action. We will model empowering, interdisciplinary, student-driven instructional practices to connect students to energy and climate topics and to help them find meaningful and authentic ways to be part of evidence-based solutions in their communities.

  Participants will:

  • Identify curricular pathways and work on standards-aligned unit plans that lead from joyful, hopeful and/or wondrous phenomena/engineering challenges to meaningful energy or climate action
  • Experience hands-on, minds-on lessons from the student perspective, and engage in play each day.
  • Access opportunities for further collaboration with VEEP/NHEEP for student workshops, PD, curriculum development, action projects, and more.
  • Become part of our cohort of teachers dedicated both to serving students and moving towards sustainability in our communities, economy and environment

  COST

  • Early Bird Pricing - $900 for the whole week if you sign up by 5/1/2023!
  • $1000 after 5/1/2023 (includes bunkhouse accommodations and all meals)
  • $140 additional cost if you'd like to be in a private room (first come, first served).

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