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RiverFest

August 21, 2021 @ 1:00 pm - 5:00 pm

Saturday, August 21st
1 – 5 pm | Free  (donations welcome)
Presented by NBNC & Friends of the Winooski


Cool off in the heat of summer at this community-wide, family-friendly river celebration! Visit each river access point at the Nature Center to partake in different activities and adventures along the North Branch.

  • Walk the North Branch with NBNC Teacher-Naturalists in search of river critters.
  • Join workshops on aquatic biodiversity and habitat conservation.
  • Bring an innertube, canoe, kayak or paddleboard to float the river.
  • Learn about river dynamics and how to protect streams.
  • Make art with local artists and naturalists.
  • Listen to live music at the river shore.
  • Check out aquatic exhibits and aquaria.
  • Bring a picnic and enjoy an afternoon playing by the water.
  • much more!

When we take care of our rivers, they take care of us! We’ll see you at RiverFest!

Details

Date:
August 21, 2021
Time:
1:00 pm - 5:00 pm
Event Category:
Website:
https://northbranchnaturecenter.org/event/riverfest/

Organizer

North Branch Nature Center
Phone
(802) 229-6206
Email
info@northbranchnaturecenter.org
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Venue

North Branch Nature Center
713 Elm Street
Montpelier, VT 05602 United States
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Phone
(802) 229-6206
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