In the summer of 2021, I embarked on a journey with Walking Mountains as a seasonal Summer Naturalist. Little did I know that this adventure would eventually lead me to the Foley Graduate..
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Topics: Environmental Education, School Programs, Staff Spotlight
The Walking Mountains community is sad to report that we lost a longtime colleague and friend, Tom Gaylord, in November. Tom was the Director of the Vail Nature Center for nearly 20 years and was..
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Topics: Environmental Education, School Programs, Staff Spotlight
The Youth Programs team has been busy this fall! As of November 8th, we’ve taught 1,443 students! As winter creeps in, it’s time for a seasonal shift in our work. We’re starting to plan for..
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Topics: Environmental Education, School Programs, Staff Spotlight
Summer Science Campers at Walking Mountains Science Center had the opportunity to learn about the Ute People and their survival skills from a 10th Mountain Division hut during a program designed and..
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Topics: Environmental Education, School Programs, Staff Spotlight
Walking Mountains Science Center programs include interests of all ages. The youngest program, Nature Tykes, begins for toddlers 6 months old and ranges to 3 years old. The nature-focused program..
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Topics: Environmental Education, School Programs, Staff Spotlight
In the blink of an eye, Walking Mountains Science Center's 2023 summer science camp season is nearly over. From learning how Colorado was formed from an ancient sea to looking at the inner workings..
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Topics: Environmental Education, School Programs, Staff Spotlight
As we approach the end of the 22-23 school year, Walking Mountains Science Center would like to express our gratitude for the opportunity to provide our Field Science Programs to over 3,000..
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Topics: Walking Mountains Science Center, School Programs, Staff Highlight
