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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The Walking Mountains community is sad to report that we lost a longtime colleague and friend, Tom Gaylord, in November. Tom was the Director of the Vail Nature Center for nearly 20 years and was..
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Topics: Environmental Education, School Programs, Staff Spotlight
The Youth Programs team has been busy this fall! As of November 8th, we’ve taught 1,443 students! As winter creeps in, it’s time for a seasonal shift in our work. We’re starting to plan for..
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Topics: Environmental Education, School Programs, Staff Spotlight
Middle Schoolers Find Empowerment through Walking Mountains After School
Posted by
Walking Mountains on Nov 7, 2023 11:37:50 AM
Topics: Environmental Education, School Programs, Staff Spotlight
Red Hill Elementary 5th Graders Embrace the Magic of Sweetwater
Posted by
Walking Mountains on Oct 3, 2023 12:32:41 PM
Topics: Environmental Education, School Programs, Staff Spotlight
Summer Camp Hut Trip: Surviving Past & Present
Posted by
Walking Mountains on Sep 5, 2023 1:29:41 PM
Summer Science Campers at Walking Mountains Science Center had the opportunity to learn about the Ute People and their survival skills from a 10th Mountain Division hut during a program designed and..
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Topics: Environmental Education, School Programs, Staff Spotlight
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