The Mystery of Wildfires and the Burn Morel Mushroom
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Walking Mountains on Sep 9, 2024 9:30:00 AM
Wildfires have raged rampant in our beautiful state for hundreds of millions of years throughout different types of landscapes. Everyone and everything that lives here must find ways to survive and..
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Worms of Colorado: The Good, the Bad and the Strange
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Walking Mountains on Sep 3, 2024 3:00:00 PM
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Sustainable Swimming: Diving into Sustainability
Posted by
Walking Mountains on Aug 26, 2024 9:30:00 AM
Swimming, a beloved pastime, and competitive sport, is often celebrated for its mental and physical benefits. However, beneath the surface lies a significant environmental impact, stemming from the..
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Wildlife Choices: The Rocky Mountain Game of Survival
Posted by
Walking Mountains on Aug 19, 2024 10:30:00 AM
Nestled among the towering peaks and expansive forests of the Rocky Mountains lies a vibrantarray of wildlife. When you witness a fawn galloping across a meadow, you might not considerthe daily..
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Beneath the Surface: The Unseen Fish of the Eagle River
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Walking Mountains on Aug 12, 2024 9:30:00 AM
The allure of fly fishing for trout in the pristine waters of the Eagle Valley is undeniable. However, beneath the sparkling surface of the Eagle River and its tributaries lies a hidden world of fish..
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Plant Intelligence: Do Plants Make Up Their Minds?
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Walking Mountains on Aug 5, 2024 9:30:00 AM
A summer day in the mountains is chock full of decisions. Which spectacular trail should you hike or bike? What’s the best trail lunch to pack? If you see a bear, should you make noise or freeze?..
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Can you really offset your flight emissions? What are carbon offsets?
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Walking Mountains on Jul 29, 2024 9:30:00 AM
Traveling near and far can help us appreciate our beautiful world, but as most of us are aware, it also comes with significant costs to our environment. Air travel is extremely carbon-intensive and..
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What's Squeaking In The Mountains? Pikas or Marmots?
Posted by
Walking Mountains Science Center on Jul 26, 2024 12:24:37 PM
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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Reflections on the Foley Graduate Fellowship: Growth, Gratitude and Moving Forward
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Walking Mountains Science Center on Jul 1, 2024 10:58:32 AM
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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Celebrating 50 Years of the Vail Nature Center: A Legacy of Conservation and Education for Eagle County
Posted by
Walking Mountains Science Center on Jul 1, 2024 8:15:00 AM
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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