Located near Centura Health in Avon right off of I-70. An innovative natural science learning campus for residents and visitors of the Eagle Valley. Free and open to the public.

318 Walking Mountains Lane, Avon, CO 81620

Located at the top of the Eagle Bahn Gondola on Vail Mountain out of Lionshead Village, Vail. All visitors must have a pass to ride the gondola. Free and open to the public with valid gondola pass.
Nestled along Gore Creek near the Betty Ford Alpine Garden and Gerald R. Ford Amphitheater in Vail Village.
601 Vail Valley Drive, Vail, CO 81657

Walking Mountains Blog

Walking Mountains Science Center

Walking Mountains Science Center
Our mission is to awaken a sense of wonder and inspire environmental stewardship and sustainability through natural science education.

Recent Posts

The Science Behind Yoga & Your Life

Posted by Walking Mountains Science Center on Apr 9, 2019 10:00:00 AM
Have you ever wondered how something works or how something was made? In the monthly Science Behind series, we partner with a guest presenter to explore a large variety of interesting topics. The..
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The Science Behind Wildlife Closures

Posted by Walking Mountains Science Center on Feb 18, 2019 10:00:00 AM
Have you ever wondered how something works or how something was made? In the monthly Science Behind series, we partner with a guest presenter to explore a large variety of interesting topics. The..
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A Nonprofit's Guide To Google Ad Grants

Posted by Walking Mountains Science Center on Jan 25, 2019 3:08:17 PM
As a nonprofit, you may be aware of Google Ad Grants but not sure how to start. The program provides an unbelievable $120,000 a year in Google Ad space, meaning every non-enrolled 501(c)3 nonprofit..
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The Science Behind Balms & Lotions

Posted by Walking Mountains Science Center on Jan 24, 2019 11:15:00 AM
Have you ever wondered how something works or how something was made? In the monthly Science Behind series, we partner with a guest presenter to explore a large variety of interesting topics. The..
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The Farm at Knapp Ranch & Chef Kelly Liken Raise nearly $40,000 For Walking Mountains

Posted by Walking Mountains Science Center on Sep 17, 2018 10:09:06 AM
The generosity found in the Eagle Valley from our donors and the community never fails to amaze us here at Walking Mountains. It is through our donors, and people just like you, that we are able to..
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Unwind In Nature With A Forest Bathing Therapy Program

Posted by Walking Mountains Science Center on Sep 5, 2018 12:14:00 PM
Join Walking Mountains Science Center and local Forest Therapy guides for a relaxing and reinvigorating afternoon of making connections and diving in to our senses and natural surroundings. Forest..
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Topics: Backcountry Hikes

The Science Behind Electric Vehicles

Posted by Walking Mountains Science Center on Sep 5, 2018 3:29:23 AM
Have you ever wondered how something works or how something was made? In themonthly Science Behind series, we partner with a guest presenter to explore a large variety of interesting topics. The..
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Hiking Through History McCoy Colorado Fossil Beds

Posted by Walking Mountains Science Center on Sep 1, 2018 12:06:00 PM
Join Walking Mountains Science Center and the Eagle County Historical Society for a full day of hiking and history as we explore historic geological sites in the Colorado Rocky Mountains and Eagle..
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Topics: Backcountry Hikes, Hiking Through History

The Science Behind Wildlife Biology with Bill Andree

Posted by Walking Mountains Science Center on Aug 16, 2018 4:31:28 PM
Have you ever wondered how something works or how something was made? In themonthly Science Behind series, we partner with a guest presenter to explore a large variety of interesting topics. The..
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20 Great Adventures: Natural Boat Building

Posted by Walking Mountains Science Center on Jul 25, 2018 9:27:47 AM
Summer is in full swing and Coloradoans are flocking to lakes, streams and rivers. If you are one of these people, chances are you have sent leaves, sticks or bark floating downstream. Next time, put..
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The Science Behind Ultraviolet Radiation

Posted by Walking Mountains Science Center on May 10, 2018 10:15:35 AM
Have you ever wondered how something works or how something was made? In the monthly Science Behind series, we partner with a guest presenter to explore a large variety of interesting topics. The..
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The Science Behind Gardening With What You Have

Posted by Walking Mountains Science Center on May 4, 2018 10:09:28 AM
Have you ever wondered how something works or how something was made? In the monthly Science Behind series, we partner with a guest presenter to explore a large variety of interesting topics. The..
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Topics: The Science Behind Series