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

970.827.9725
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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.
970.754.4675
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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
970.479.2291
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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.

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The Science Behind Sugar

Posted by Walking Mountains on Sep 30, 2014 11:44:06 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

GreatNonprofits Top Non profit Walking Mountains Science Center Avon Colorado

Walking Mountains HONORED AS 2014 TOP-RATED NONPROFIT

Posted by Walking Mountains on Sep 25, 2014 8:55:17 AM
Walking Mountains Science Center announced today that it has been honored with a prestigious 2014 Top-Rated Award by GreatNonprofits, the leading provider of user reviews about nonprofit..
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Topics: Walking Mountains Fundraiser, Press Release

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The Science Behind Home Brewing

Posted by Walking Mountains on Sep 10, 2014 1:53:41 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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The Science Behind Music with Third Coast Percussion

The Science Behind Music with Third Coast Percussion

Posted by Walking Mountains on Jul 12, 2014 9:36:33 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 Science Behind Allergies and Why We Get Allergies

The Science Behind Allergies

Posted by Walking Mountains on Jun 18, 2014 10:53:55 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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Science Behind Xeriscaping

The Science Behind Xeriscaping

Posted by Walking Mountains on May 2, 2014 12:50:06 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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The Science Behind Perfume

The Science Behind Perfume

Posted by Walking Mountains on May 2, 2014 12:37:14 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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The Science Behind Beer and Fermentation

The Science Behind Beer and Fermentation

Posted by Walking Mountains on Apr 14, 2014 4:26:36 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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The Science Behind Phytonutrients

The Science Behind Phytonutrients

Posted by Walking Mountains on Mar 14, 2014 10:05:19 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 Science Behind Neurofeedback

Posted by Walking Mountains on Feb 5, 2014 5:26:04 PM
Re-training Brainwaves for Optimal Performance 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..
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The Science Behind Influenza

The Science Behind Influenza

Posted by Walking Mountains on Jan 15, 2014 2:55:28 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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Vail Valley Preschool Programs

Posted by Walking Mountains on Jan 15, 2014 11:09:06 AM
Did you know that Walking Mountains Science Center offers a preschool program each week? This is the perfect venue for Vail Valley moms and tykes to come on out and explore their curious nature! The..
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Topics: Earth Keepers, School Programs

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Curious Nature - Learn about our wonderful environment

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Sustainability - Stay up to date with sustainability practices and new initiatives

Climate Action Collaborative - Follow the Collaborative's efforts to reduce carbon emissions in Eagle County 50% by 2030 and 80% by 2050 


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To awaken a sense of wonder and inspire environmental stewardship and sustainability through natural science education.