Many young people report feeling overwhelmed with concern for their future, particularly when faced with the challenges of climate change. A 2024 study of over 15,000 youth aged 16-25 found that 85%..
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Topics: School Programs
Since 2005, Walking Mountains has offered The Foley Graduate Fellowship program designed to help burgeoning educators develop their skills in natural science education and leadership. Today, the..
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Topics: Walking Mountains Science Center
Winter is here in Eagle County! Nights are long, temperatures are low, and the mountainous landscape is covered in snow. During these chilly months, how do plants and animals endure the harsh winter..
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Topics: School Programs
“Is today a cooking day!?” This question, or a variation of it, is the most common question I’m asked as students enter the greenhouse at Brush Creek Elementary School, or the classroom at Eagle..
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Topics: School Programs
It was a rainy Friday evening when Rylee Bundy, Sara Lynch, Sarah Noyes, and GG Giarrusso embarked on a journey that would set the stage for their time at Walking Mountains. The four Foley Graduate..
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Topics: School Programs
The Foley Graduate Fellowship provides graduate students the ability to live, educate, and learn with Walking Mountains as their home. This year, we are excited to introduce the 2024-2026 Foley..
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Topics: Environmental Education, School Programs, Staff Spotlight
Housing is often considered the most essential benefit educators and interns receive when employed by Walking Mountains. The Pete and Pat Frechette Educator Community housing enables the Walking..
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Topics: Environmental Education, School Programs, Staff Spotlight
In Colorado, the vernal equinox holds deep significance as it marks the transition from winter to spring in the high-altitude landscapes of the western slope. Rooted in ancient traditions and..
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Topics: Environmental Education, School Programs, Staff Spotlight
