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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Free Family Lesson Plan to Identify Animal Tracks in Nature

Lesson Plan (all ages): How to Identify Animal Prints and Track Patterns

Posted by Walking Mountains on Jun 27, 2011 9:56:09 AM
Looking for something to do with the kids this summer? How about a lesson on animal prints and track patterns? This is an activity-based learning experience that you can do right in your own backyard..
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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..
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Topics: Kids Activities, Lesson Plan

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Walking Mountains Blogs

Students to Stewards - Walking Mountains News, Hikes of the Week and events

Curious Nature - Learn about our wonderful environment

EVOM - El Rincón de EVOM (Eagle Valley Outdoor Movement)

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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