Join Friends of the Winooski River and NBNC at Rotary Park in Barre for a snowshoe walk to a beautiful waterfall and recreation area on the Stevens Branch.

We will snowshoe around the trail! Hiking is our backup plan in the event that there isn't snow or too little to snowshoe. After snowshoeing or hiking, we will gather for some hot drinks to warm back up!

A casual morning of birding for all interests and experience levels facilitated by NBNC staff and guest leaders.

Join regional organizations for a virtual conversation to hear about actions the state and local organizations are taking to reduce flood risk, improve water quality, and protect our communities. 

An evening featuring poets Scudder Parker (The Poem of the World) and Angela Patten (Feeding the Wild Rabbit), short readings from essayist and field naturalist Bryan Pfeiffer, and music by D. Davis and Marc Gwinn.

A casual morning of birding for all interests and experience levels facilitated by NBNC staff and guest leaders.

From huge flamingos, eagles, vultures, and cranes to tiny warblers and shrikes, A Critical Balance features birds from Kenya's Amboseli National Park, chosen from the IUCN Red List of Threatened Species, and are portrayed life size in striking detail. These portraits reach beyond data and policy to show both the beauty and vulnerability of these birds as well as the urgent need to protect them.

What is light pollution, how does it impact organisms (including humans), and what are the principles of responsible outdoor lighting? Astronomer George Springston will discuss steps for reducing light pollution and protecting our remaining dark skies. A stargazing event follows the presentation.

A summer nature festival for all ages! Celebrate birds, bugs, plants, pollinators in a day of outings, workshops, exhibits, kids activities, live birds, music, food, art, presentations, and more! Find out what you can do to protect biodiversity in your own backyard and in your community.