Walking Mountains
Our mission is to awaken a sense of wonder and inspire environmental stewardship and sustainability through natural science education.
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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
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
Topics: Environmental Education, School Programs, Staff Spotlight
Topics: Environmental Education, School Programs, Staff Spotlight
Educating Middle School Students About our Changing Climate
Posted by
Walking Mountains on Mar 7, 2023 12:59:18 PM
Topics: Environmental Education, School Programs, Staff Spotlight
Winter Hut Trip to Vance's Cabin w/ Battle Mountain High School
Posted by
Walking Mountains on Feb 7, 2023 12:56:16 PM
Topics: Environmental Education, School Programs, Staff Spotlight
Research in Action: Foley Graduate Fellowship
Posted by
Walking Mountains on Jan 3, 2023 12:28:20 PM
Topics: Environmental Education, School Programs, Staff Spotlight
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
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
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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