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Walking Mountains

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

Nature Nook Mural Update

Posted by Walking Mountains on Oct 27, 2011 9:10:28 AM

More nature nook mural photos - hope you all are enjoying this process as much as we are! We continue progress to build and open our new Avon Tang Buck Creek Campus for Walking Mountains Science..

Topics: Our History

Walking Mountains Science Center to Participate in Colorado Gives Day – Tuesday, December 6th

Posted by Walking Mountains on Oct 27, 2011 8:57:39 AM

The second annual Colorado Gives Day takes place on Tuesday, December 6th, beginning at 12 am and continuing for 24 hours. Last year, the single biggest day of giving in Colorado inspired the..

Topics: Walking Mountains Fundraiser

Mountain Lion takes shape in the Nature Nook at Walking Mountains

Mountain Lion Mural Moves Along in the Nature Nook

Posted by Walking Mountains on Oct 26, 2011 9:26:35 AM

Mickey has been at it again this morning - painting, painting, painting! You can follow his progress on the Nature Nook here on our blog or Facebook page. Take a look at the mountain lion he created..

Topics: Our History

The Beaver Experience at Walking Mountains Science Center

Nature Nook at Walking Mountains Science Center Begins to Take Shape

Posted by Walking Mountains on Oct 25, 2011 3:32:27 PM

We are so exited to see the Nature Nook taking shape on campus. While the exhibits are well underway and being built in Denver, our resident painter, Mickey, is painting murals so fast we can..

Topics: Our History

Meadows Learning Studio green roof installation at Walking Mountains Science Center

Science Classroom in Avon Gets a Green Roof

Posted by Walking Mountains on Oct 11, 2011 2:12:53 PM

While kindergartners from the Eagle County Charter Academy were getting a lesson on the five senses today, the Meadows Learning Studio was undergoing some changes. The MLS (which is the third and..

Topics: Walking Mountains Fundraiser, Our History

Walking Mountains Accepted by GivingFirst.org – Colorado’s Resource for Worthwhile Charities

Posted by Walking Mountains on Sep 30, 2011 9:26:27 AM

After successfully navigating a rigorous screening process, GivingFirst.org has added Walking Mountains Science Center to its list of non-profit organizations that are worthy of philanthropic..

Topics: Walking Mountains Fundraiser

solar panels installed at walking mountains

Solar Panels Installed at the New Science Center

Posted by Walking Mountains on Jul 6, 2011 3:07:18 PM

As our administrative "move-in" date looms closer (July 15th!), the construction crew at the new Walking Mountains Science Center is completing tasks daily. Last week, the solar panels were installed

Topics: Our History

Free Family Lesson Plan to Identify Animal Tracks in Nature

Lesson Plan (all ages): How to Identify Animal Prints and Track Patterns

Posted by Walking Mountains on Jun 27, 2011 9:56:09 AM

Looking for something to do with the kids this summer? How about a lesson on animal prints and track patterns? This is an activity-based learning experience that you can do right in your own backyard..

Topics: Lesson Plan

Vail Nature Center Tours Activities Wildflowers and Hiking

Vail Nature Center Tours and Activities

Posted by Walking Mountains on Jun 14, 2011 1:47:12 PM

Walking Mountains Science Center proudly partners with the Vail Recreation District and the Town of Vail to provide world-class programming at the Vail Nature Center. With stream-side trails along..

Topics: Vail Nature Center

Outdoor Activities for Kids in Vail

Posted by Walking Mountains on Jun 13, 2011 10:40:01 AM

As summertime finally settles in the Vail Valley our temperate weather is the perfect excuse to get the kids outdoors (not to mention the loads of fun you will have!). Here's a compilation of..

Topics: Family Activities, Kids Activities

Senator Udall Visits New Walking Mountains Campus

Posted by Walking Mountains on Jun 7, 2011 4:45:39 PM

On Friday, June 3rd Senator Mark Udall visited the new Walking Mountains Science Center in Avon, CO. The Senator was keen to hear about the non-profit/public partnership that Walking Mountains has..

Topics: Press Release, School Programs

It's a Great Time for Birders in Vail

Posted by Walking Mountains on Apr 22, 2011 9:53:40 AM

Vail bird enthusiasts - join us at the Vail Nature Center on Tuesdays and Thursdays at 8:30am for a morning bird walk. (June - mid August). We'll walk through the meadows and woods along the Gore..

Topics: Nature Discovery Center, Birding

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Nature Nook Mural Update

Walking Mountains Science Center to Participate in Colorado Gives Day – Tuesday, December 6th

Mountain Lion Mural Moves Along in the Nature Nook

Nature Nook at Walking Mountains Science Center Begins to Take Shape

Science Classroom in Avon Gets a Green Roof

Walking Mountains Accepted by GivingFirst.org – Colorado’s Resource for Worthwhile Charities

Solar Panels Installed at the New Science Center

Lesson Plan (all ages): How to Identify Animal Prints and Track Patterns

Vail Nature Center Tours and Activities

Outdoor Activities for Kids in Vail

Senator Udall Visits New Walking Mountains Campus

It's a Great Time for Birders in Vail

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