• Bedrock Geology of Northern Vermont with Stephen Wright

    North Branch Nature Center 713 Elm Street, Montpelier, VT, United States
    $295

    This course will introduce participants to the bedrock geology of northern Vermont. Two day-long field trips will visit areas where key aspects of the area’s geology can be observed and understood. Part of NBNC's Biodiversity University series.

  • morel mushroom growing amongst wildflowers

    Foraging Club walk and nibble

    North Branch Nature Center 713 Elm Street, Montpelier, VT, United States

    Learn, sample, and snack on seasonal wild foods with expert NBNC naturalists.

    Beaver Camp! – a two-day retreat

    North Branch Nature Center 713 Elm Street, Montpelier, VT, United States

    A two-day immersion in beaver ecology and river science, with a focus on the relationship between beavers, watershed health, and flood resilience (for adults).

  • hide tanning demonstration furs and antlers

    Hide Tanning Demonstration

    North Branch Nature Center 713 Elm Street, Montpelier, VT, United States
    $25

    Learn about the art, science, history, and practice of hide tanning. This program is designed to demonstrate each step of the bark tanning process, including fresh hide storage and preservation, fleshing, dehairing, preparing tanning solution from natural materials, and working the tanned hide into finished leather.

    Bobcat on trail camera at nature center

    Wildlife Tracking Club Outing

    North Branch Nature Center 713 Elm Street, Montpelier, VT, United States

    Explore with NBNC naturalists and fellow nature lovers in search of wildlife tracks and sign.