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 Slacklining with GoPro Mountain Games
Posted by
Walking Mountains Science Center on Aug 8, 2019 12:05:00 PM
Slacklining is a sport and art that can be a balance training, recreation, and a moving meditation. It is similar, at first glance, to tightrope walking, and is accomplished by stretching and..
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Topics: The Science Behind Series
Hiking with a Purpose: Volunteers Needed to Serve as Citizen Scientists
Posted by
Walking Mountains Science Center on Jul 23, 2019 10:51:00 AM
Volunteers can help scientists understand how climate change is affecting the American pika in the White River National Forest Avon, CO-- Hikers are needed to volunteer to collect data to help..
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Topics: Volunteers
The Science Behind Sound and Vibrations
Posted by
Walking Mountains Science Center on Jul 18, 2019 8:00:00 AM
Summer in the valley includes a plethora of activities from hiking to fishing, star gazing to music festivals. As you spread out your blanket on the grass and settle in for an evening of live music..
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A Taste of Nature is Fast Approaching
Posted by
Walking Mountains Science Center on Jul 2, 2019 8:30:00 AM
A Taste of Nature, Walking Mountains Science Center’s annual gala, will be held on July 9 with a festive cocktail party and catered dinner under a tent on our beautiful Tang Campus in Avon. This year..
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Topics: A Taste of Nature
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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Topics: The Science Behind Series
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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Topics: The Science Behind Series
Science Behind Winter Weather And Climate with Dr. Jon Kedrowski
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Walking Mountains Science Center on Nov 22, 2018 3:46:00 PM
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
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
The Science Behind Permaculture
Posted by
Walking Mountains Science Center on Oct 3, 2018 4:35:55 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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Topics: Walking Mountains Fundraiser