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.
Our third annual Earth Day tree planting event! We will spend time together giving back to the earth by planting trees and shrubs to restore our riparian floodplain. Our efforts will improve habitat for the many species who frequent this area and buffer against flood damage and erosion.
Learn about wild spring edibles, turkey hunting, and turkey farming in this educational food and cooking experience with NBNC, Rural Vermont, and Vermont Fish and Wildlife. Bring your own cutting board for hands-on skills, and come hungry for our shared meal!
A paired workshop series that allows participants to build on their writing within a small group cohort of 12 nature writers and poetry lovers. Explore and connect with the natural world, find inspiration, be guided through the poetry process, and workshop nature-based poems together over two exclusive workshops with Toussaint. Meets April 28 AND April 30 from 10 am to noon.
Toussaint will read several poems and share his writing process, followed by a deep dive into how the poet finds inspiration for poetry and music in nature, in Vermont, and across the seasons. Join us for an inspiring evening of poetry, music, and reflection on collective liberation. Part of NBNC's spring Visiting Teacher-Naturalist Program.
Join our Marine Ecology class for an evening of student science and great food at this fundraising dinner. Hosted by our passionate high school Marine Ecology students, this special event raises the money they need for their upcoming summer research trip to Bermuda.
A casual morning of birding for all interests and experience levels facilitated by NBNC staff and guest leaders.
A casual morning of birding for all interests and experience levels facilitated by NBNC staff and guest leaders.
Join Toussaint out on the land as we build community, connect with nature and each other, and find inspiration in nature to write poems together. In an open-discussion format, we’ll share our experiences in nature and explore ways to express ourselves while fostering collective liberation.
A paired workshop series that allows participants to build on their writing within a small group cohort of 12 nature writers and poetry lovers. Explore and connect with the natural world, find inspiration, be guided through the poetry process, and workshop nature-based poems together over two exclusive workshops with Toussaint. Meets May 5 AND May 7 from 10 am to noon.
A casual morning of birding for all interests and experience levels facilitated by NBNC staff and guest leaders.
Learn, sample, and snack with expert NBNC naturalists. There is so much more to wild edibles than ramps and fiddleheads!
A casual space for teens to learn how to closely observe and engage with nature as inspiration for poetry writing. In an open-ended discussion format, we will explore to find the paths we want to follow in life through investigating our relationship with nature.
A casual space to learn how to closely observe and engage with nature as inspiration for poetry writing. In an open-ended discussion format, we will explore to find the paths we want to follow in life through analyzing our relationship with nature. Open to the public.
A casual morning of birding for all interests and experience levels facilitated by NBNC staff and guest leaders.
A casual morning of birding for all interests and experience levels facilitated by NBNC staff and guest leaders.
A casual morning of birding for all interests and experience levels facilitated by NBNC staff and guest leaders.
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.
Celebrate NBNC’S 30th birthday with current and former staff, volunteers, members and friends—and VIP guest (and former NBNC resident) Mert the Turtle! Come share stories, eat cake, raise a glass, and kick up your heels to the music of The Spring Chickens. Immediately following the day-long Biodiversity Jamboree!