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Early Childhood Scavenger Hunt

Posted by Walking Mountains Science Center on May 4, 2020 10:00:00 AM

At Walking Mountains, we love scavenger hunts! They are a fun way for preschool aged children to move around, discover something new and learn along the way. Here are two fantastic scavenger hunts to..

Topics: Earth Keepers, Family Activities, Kids Activities

STEM at HOME-Outdoor STEM

Posted by Walking Mountains Science Center on Apr 17, 2020 3:00:00 PM

Going stir crazy at home? Starting to feel like a mad scientist? Join us weekly on Fridays for our Walking Mountains’ staff favorite STEM activities. Pick out activities that you can do at home..

Topics: Family Activities, Kids Activities, STEM

STEM at HOME-Technology

Posted by Walking Mountains Science Center on Apr 10, 2020 4:00:00 PM

Going stir crazy at home? Starting to feel like a mad scientist? Join us weekly on Fridays for our Walking Mountains’ staff favorite STEM activities. Pick out activities that you can do at home..

Topics: Family Activities, Kids Activities, STEM

STEM at HOME-Engineering

Posted by Walking Mountains Science Center on Apr 3, 2020 2:30:00 PM

Going stir crazy at home? Starting to feel like a mad scientist? Join us weekly on Fridays for our Walking Mountains’ staff favorite STEM activities. Pick out activities that you can do at home..

Topics: Family Activities, Kids Activities, STEM

Backyard Nature Challenge!

Posted by Walking Mountains Science Center on Mar 17, 2020 1:45:00 PM

As we practice social distancing during turbulent times, we shouldn't stop learning and exploring. When exploring through the Backyard Nature Challenges, please treat humans like wildlife... give..

Topics: Family Activities, Kids Activities, Backyard Nature Challenge

Colorado Hut Trip For Kids at Summer Camp

Why Kids Love Hut Trips

Posted by Walking Mountains Science Center on Aug 2, 2016 1:00:05 AM

If you can, think back to the first time you spent the night at a 10th Mountain Division Hut. If you were anything like me, you were incredibly excited! Remember that special awe you had overlooking..

Topics: Family Activities, Kids Activities, Vail Summer Camps

How to Make Solar Oven S'mores

Posted by Walking Mountains on Jun 18, 2012 3:11:10 PM

Get out there and put some of these super CO rays to use with a fireless (yet delicious) version of s'mores. Let the energy of the sun cook your food - this solar oven will heat to about 200 degrees..

Topics: Family Activities, Kids Activities

Springtime outdoor lesson plans for kids in Colorado

Springtime Outdoor Activities for Kids - A Compilation

Posted by Walking Mountains on Apr 19, 2011 2:12:08 AM

With the warming of the weather we thought it would be a great idea to offer some educational links for springtime family fun. Below please find a great list of resources and activities to get the..

Topics: Kids Activities, Lesson Plan

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Early Childhood Scavenger Hunt

STEM at HOME-Outdoor STEM

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Backyard Nature Challenge!

Why Kids Love Hut Trips

How to Make Solar Oven S'mores

Springtime Outdoor Activities for Kids - A Compilation

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