Walking Mountains Science Center
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While driving for a geology field trip, my college professor once told the class that the most common cause of death for geologists is car accidents. This was surely a made-up statistic, but he gave..
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Bee-lieve it or not... bees are considered the most important pollinator in the world. Lucky for us, here in Colorado we have the fifth most bee diversity in the United States! You can find 946..
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As I write this, my home in California burns. A century of fire suppression, personified by Smokey Bear’s message of caution, combined with a decade of drought conditions, has led to a predictable..
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Winter is coming and the forest is preparing in a bright and beautiful way! Colorado winters are notorious for freezing temperatures and heavy snowfall. Luckily, trees have special strategies to..
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It’s late summer in the mountains, and the forest is full and peaceful. Overhead, a hawk circles, crying to her mate, or perhaps to her offspring, now fledged and hunting on their own. And below my..
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When people are asked to imagine the wildlife that calls the Rocky Mountains home, coastal birds are rarely the first thing that comes to one’s mind. So, it’s no surprise that some may be shocked to..
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Spiders are one the lesser known and feared animal species in the public eye. It comes to no surprise how one could confuse a venomous brown recluse (Loxosceles reclusa) with a common nonvenomous..
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If you could pick any super power, what would you choose? It is fun to watch superhero movies and imagine what we might do if we could fly, have super strength, or an incredible sense of hearing...
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Learn to capture the beauty of the historical Eagle Valley with a few simple tips and the power of your cell phone. The Yosemite Valley, Arches National Park, Niagara Falls, maybe you have heard..
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Have you ever looked up at the night sky and been completely awestruck by the stars? Perhaps you have a favorite constellation? Many people are familiar with the Big Dipper, however, despite popular..
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Sometimes, our curious nature isn’t so easily satisfied. Not too long ago, I found myself looking down on Pitkin Lake to our valley below. Taking in the view was a nice break from the general state..
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Here in Colorado we have beautiful terrain and outdoor activities providing unique and exciting experiences. We like to share those experiences with everyone, including our kids. Bringing kids into..
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