With summer in full swing, many of us are exploring new and familiar trails. As we ascend toward mountain peaks, our ears might catch unfamiliar chirping or squeaking sounds. These curious sounds..
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Think back to a time when you felt connected to nature as a child. What did you observe or discover? Who was with you? What was meaningful about that experience? How did it shape how you interact..
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The Walking Mountains Foley Graduate Fellowship is a two-year, three-month program where educators teach school programs, summer camps and afterschool programs while earning their Master’s in Science..
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Nestled amidst the breathtaking beauty of the Gore Range and the peaceful Gore Creek, the Vail Nature Center stands as a testament to the enduring spirit of conservation and environmental education...
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Glaciers are awe-inspiring geological formations that have defined landscapes all over the world, including Colorado. A glacier is formed when snow accumulates for many years until thick ice is..
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Many of us have nostalgic memories of our favorite children’s book characters: snacking with The Hungry Caterpillar, learning to share with Rainbow Fish, or rhyming with the Cat in the Hat. It’s no..
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Every spring, I get giddy at the first sight of color that isn’t the white or brown of mud season. I know that each year, the abundance and beauty of wildflowers in this region will continuously..
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In a mountain town, it’s difficult to avoid a conversation about the latest gear, and while that gear equips us for a day in the mountains it can come at a cost that is more than the price tag...
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Bird vocal mimicry, a captivating form of communication, has long intrigued scientists and bird enthusiasts alike. In the intricate tapestry of the natural world, this phenomenon stands as a..
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Antlers are one of the most extravagant additions to an animal. The male ungulates (hoofed animals) that roam these lands use much of their energy to grow these appendages to help up their game in..
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Everyone loves videos of baby giraffes wobbling on fresh legs beside their tall, gangly mother. We all coo to see baby sea otters curled up on their moms’ floating bellies and smile at fuzzy Emperor..
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As International Astronomy Day approaches on May 18th, it stands as a beacon calling stargazers of all backgrounds to come together in celebration of the cosmos. This annual event serves as a..
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