Donor Perspective: Why I’m Matching My 2019 Support Dollar for Dollar
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Walking Mountains Science Center on Aug 17, 2020 9:42:00 AM
When my portfolio plummeted in March, my initial reaction was to scale back. Then I had a conversation with Walking Mountains’ Patty White. Patty opened my eyes to the uphill battle that..
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Topics: Walking Mountains Fundraiser, Walking Mountains Science Center, Our History
We're Committed to Justice, Diversity, Equity and Inclusion
Posted by
Walking Mountains Science Center on Jun 23, 2020 3:00:00 PM
Walking Mountains Science Center stands in solidarity with the Black, Indigenous and People of Color (BIPOC) community and those advocating for social justice. From the backyard to the..
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Walking Mountains Science Center is Closed Until Further Notice
Posted by
Walking Mountains Science Center on Mar 13, 2020 2:08:00 PM
Walking Mountains Science Center COVID-19 Update **For the latest developments in eagle county visit ecemergency.org** Avon, CO (March 13, 2020) - To proactively protect staff, volunteers and..
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Topics: Our History, Press Release
A Sustainable Transition Langmaid Joins Colorado Mountain College
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Walking Mountains Science Center on Sep 13, 2019 2:14:00 PM
Dr. Kim Langmaid, the Founder and Vice President of Sustainability at Walking Mountains Science Center, has accepted a position as associate professor of sustainability studies at Colorado..
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Topics: Our History, Press Release
Vail Certified as First Sustainable Mountain Resort Destination in the World
Posted by
Walking Mountains Science Center on Jul 20, 2018 9:29:17 AM
Today, Vail announced their certification as a sustainable mountain resort destination. Vail is the first destination in the world to be certified to the Mountain IDEAL sustainable destination..
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Topics: Our History, Mountain IDEAL Destination, Forever Green
Walking Mountains Breaks Ground on New Borgen Precourt Center for Sustainability
Posted by
Walking Mountains Science Center on Apr 19, 2018 3:12:19 PM
On Monday, April 9th, Walking Mountains Science Center broke ground on the Borgen Precourt Center for Sustainability, named to honor two long-time local families who have supported Walking..
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Topics: Walking Mountains Fundraiser, Our History, Press Release, Center For Sustainability
From 900 to over 127,000 people served annually in Walking Mountains’ 20 Year History
Posted by
Walking Mountains Science Center on Feb 14, 2018 6:33:00 PM
In 1998, a small group of educators banded together with a common purpose: to provide supplemental, hands-on, outdoor science education to the students of Eagle County’s public and private..
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Topics: Our History, Press Release
Alpine Bank Purchases $920,000 Tax Credit Certificate from Walking Mountains
Posted by
Walking Mountains on Sep 29, 2017 1:50:41 PM
Walking Mountains Science Center has successfully sold their tax credit certificate that was issued by the State of Colorado for the conservation easement that was placed on 3.5 acres of the 5.8..
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Topics: Our History, Press Release
Walking Mountains Announces Comprehensive Fundraising Campaign at Annual Fundraiser
Posted by
Walking Mountains on Jul 14, 2017 1:20:31 PM
Walking Mountains Science Center hosted a sold out crowd of guests at their fundraising gala, A Taste of Nature, on Wednesday, July 12th. The evening celebrated another successful year of..
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Topics: Walking Mountains Fundraiser, Our History, Press Release
Vail to be Assessed as the First Certified Sustainable Destination in the U.S.
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Walking Mountains Science Center on Jul 13, 2017 10:56:50 AM
After months of preparation, Vail will be hosting an independent site visit the week of August 17th, 2017 to determine if it has met the criteria needed to become the first Certified Sustainable..
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Topics: Our History, Mountain IDEAL Destination, Forever Green
Eagle County Collaboration Creates 100 Acre Conservation Easement at Walking Mountains
Posted by
Walking Mountains on Jan 4, 2017 11:59:25 PM
In a place where adventure and learning never hibernate, you can add land preservation to that list. On Tuesday, December 20th, Walking Mountains Science Center purchased five acres of land next..
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Topics: Our History, Press Release