Walking Mountains Science Center
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It is the middle of summer here in the valley, which means that berries are starting to ripen. If you enjoy eating the berries here, then you are not alone. Black bears eat berries because they serve..
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Topics: Curious Nature
We have all seen their mysterious black figures soar across the sky and heard their loud “caws” from near and far. But have you ever thought about why crows seem to be everywhere in North America?
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Topics: Curious Nature
This St. Patrick’s Day, you will be flooded with images of four-leaf clovers and leprechauns. Your diet may consist of primarily chocolate coins and Guinness, but this St. Patrick’s Day we need to..
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Topics: Curious Nature
Winter continues to hold us fast in its embrace. Some of us may be looking forward to the coming spring when days get longer and the alpine releases much of its snow, but for some members of our..
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Topics: Curious Nature
Sunday was National Random Acts of Kindness Day. Random acts of kindness can go a long way. But what if you were to show your random act of kindness to an individual who could never return the favor?..
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Topics: Curious Nature
“Nature’s music is never over; her silences are pauses, not conclusions.” – Mary Webb Imagine a world in which you wake up in the morning to no birds singing, stand next to an aspen and hear no wind..
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Topics: Curious Nature
What is your first reaction to seeing a snake? Most will run or become startled --but I encourage you to admire these creatures from a safe distance and I’ll tell you why. First, snakes are vital to..
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Topics: Curious Nature
I have a confession to make. Like all domestic cats, my indoor cat, Ryu, is a killer. That’s right. He escaped onto the patio one day in July and took out two birds. Did he eat them? No. He simply..
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Topics: Curious Nature, Birding
This summer Colorado Parks and Wildlife is undertaking a huge renovation at Sylvan Lake State Park. They are draining the reservoir and replacing an aging dam. While construction continues, most..
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Topics: Curious Nature, Colorado Road Trips
Have you ever wondered how certain animals get their names? I was asking myself this very question the other day after I heard the strangest animal name yet - Wunderpus photogenicus. Turns out, that..
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Topics: Curious Nature
We often describe animals by their hunting strategies, and we are fascinated by large grazers and big predators. But what about the animals who choose not to track and take their own food? Some..
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Topics: Curious Nature
We all have our favorite fishing spots that we consider to be the best, or our personal “hotspots”. However, this summer, the Eagle River Valley has more “hot spots” than usual. Unfortunately for..
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Topics: Curious Nature
