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

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

Recent Posts

Your Toddler Likes Nature Too!

Posted by Walking Mountains on Aug 4, 2023 10:54:42 AM
Walking Mountains Science Center programs include interests of all ages. The youngest program, Nature Tykes, begins for toddlers 6 months old and ranges to 3 years old. The nature-focused program..
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Topics: Environmental Education, School Programs, Staff Spotlight

2023 Summer Science Camp Recap

Posted by Walking Mountains on Aug 1, 2023 11:18:35 AM
In the blink of an eye, Walking Mountains Science Center's 2023 summer science camp season is nearly over. From learning how Colorado was formed from an ancient sea to looking at the inner workings..
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Topics: Environmental Education, School Programs, Staff Spotlight

Foley Fellowship Graduation 2023

Posted by Walking Mountains on Jul 3, 2023 4:02:20 PM
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Topics: Environmental Education, School Programs, Staff Spotlight

Not Your Typical Camp Counselor

Posted by Walking Mountains on Jun 6, 2023 6:09:05 AM
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Summer Happenings at the Sowing Seeds Garden

Posted by Walking Mountains on May 2, 2023 1:36:24 PM
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Exploring Light & Sound with First Graders

Posted by Walking Mountains on Apr 4, 2023 1:20:02 PM
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Educating Middle School Students About our Changing Climate

Posted by Walking Mountains on Mar 7, 2023 12:59:18 PM
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Winter Hut Trip to Vance's Cabin w/ Battle Mountain High School

Posted by Walking Mountains on Feb 7, 2023 12:56:16 PM
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Research in Action: Foley Graduate Fellowship

Posted by Walking Mountains on Jan 3, 2023 12:28:20 PM
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We Are Squash in the Three Sisters Garden

Posted by Walking Mountains on Nov 1, 2022 12:54:17 PM
Dr. Robin Wall Kimmerer is a professor, scientist, and author who has inspired people with her words, which contain lessons on reconnecting with the land and developing a kinship with all earth’s..
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Topics: Environmental Education, School Programs, Staff Spotlight

Back to School with Walking Mountains

Posted by Walking Mountains on Sep 6, 2022 1:03:52 PM
As the sound of summer campers exploring the Avon Tang Campus fades and the nights become cooler, the Youth Programs team is hard at work preparing for the upcoming 2022-2023 school year. Our..
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Topics: Environmental Education, School Programs, Staff Spotlight

Four Ways to Support Your Child in the Outdoors

Posted by Walking Mountains on Aug 2, 2022 2:14:17 PM
Walking Mountains summer science camp is full of dynamic learning opportunities. We educators use science and nature together to awaken a sense of wonder and inspire stewardship of the natural world,..
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Topics: Environmental Education, School Programs, Staff Spotlight