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

Science Behind Winter Weather And Climate with Dr. Jon Kedrowski

Posted by Walking Mountains Science Center on Nov 22, 2018 3:46:00 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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20 Great Adventures: Making Forts

Posted by Jaymee Squires on Nov 20, 2018 12:44:00 PM
Now that you’ve spent most of the year having outdoor adventures with us, you’ve probably found one or more special places to enjoy. Want to make them even more special? Try building a fort in your..
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Science Behind Weather

Posted by Walking Mountains Science Center on Nov 12, 2018 10:55:00 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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Hike Of The Week: Mackenzie Gulch Sylvan Lake

Posted by Peter Suneson on Oct 23, 2018 9:59:40 AM
Trail Name: Mackenzie Gulch Sylvan Lake West Brush Creek Road Walking Mountains' weekly hikes are hand picked by our hiking guides and environmental educators to get you out on the most beautiful..
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20 Great Adventures: Map Making With Kids

Posted by Jaymee Squires on Oct 20, 2018 12:17:00 PM
Last year, my young cousin visited me on his way driving from New York to Los Angeles. He explained that they would be driving to Salt Lake City after leaving my house. “Why Salt Lake City?” I asked...
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Hike Of The Week: Martin Creek Minturn

Posted by Peter Suneson on Oct 9, 2018 9:18:09 AM
Trail Name: Martin Creek, Minturn Walking Mountains' weekly hikes are hand picked by our hiking guides and environmental educators to get you out on the most beautiful trails at the most scenic time..
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The Science Behind Permaculture

Posted by Walking Mountains Science Center on Oct 3, 2018 4:35:55 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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Hike Of The Week: Brown's Loop Yeoman Park East Brush Creek

Posted by Peter Suneson on Oct 2, 2018 1:00:16 PM
Trail Name: Brown's Loop Yeoman Park Campground Near Eagle Walking Mountains' weekly hikes are hand picked by our hiking guides and environmental educators to get you out on the most beautiful trails..
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20 Great Adventures: Geocaching

Posted by Jaymee Squires on Sep 26, 2018 4:06:46 PM
Have you ever felt the excitement of a treasure hunt? A true mysterious treasure hunt, where you unravel clues and decipher codes to find an unknown bounty? Many of us haven’t searched for treasure..
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Hike Of The Week: Whitney Lake

Posted by Peter Suneson on Sep 18, 2018 9:26:57 AM
Trail Name: Whitney Lake Walking Mountains' weekly hikes are hand picked by our hiking guides and environmental educators to get you out on the most beautiful trails at the most scenic time of year...
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The Farm at Knapp Ranch & Chef Kelly Liken Raise nearly $40,000 For Walking Mountains

Posted by Walking Mountains Science Center on Sep 17, 2018 10:09:06 AM
The generosity found in the Eagle Valley from our donors and the community never fails to amaze us here at Walking Mountains. It is through our donors, and people just like you, that we are able to..
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Jane Goodall's Legacy Beyond Apes

Posted by Lizzy Owens on Sep 10, 2018 3:01:39 AM
She is an icon in so many ways, with a recognizable image: dressed in olive green or khaki with her grey hair pulled back into a ponytail, she sits with a chimpanzee. You know Jane Goodall, but what..
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