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

Sustainability

Walking Mountains Sustainability

Walking Mountains Sustainability
Our mission is to awaken a sense of wonder and inspire environmental stewardship and sustainability through natural science education.

Recent Posts

Avon, Colorado Energy Rebates & Incentives for Residents & Businesses

Posted by Walking Mountains Sustainability on Jul 25, 2022 5:39:16 PM
Town of Avon partners with the Energy Smart Colorado program at Walking Mountains Science Center to provide $50 home energy assessments, free energy coaching, and increased rebate offerings for Town..
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Topics: Energy Smart

Case Study - Shaeffer Hyde: Building the Foundation for Sustainability Success

Posted by Walking Mountains Sustainability on Jul 13, 2022 12:08:12 PM
Laying the Groundwork for Sustainability Shaeffer Hyde Construction is an award-winning construction and property management company that has been in business in the Vail Valley since 1979. Founded..
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Topics: Actively Green, Actively Green Case Studies

Case Study: Nerding Out on Solar - How Active Energies Solar is Going for Gold

Posted by Walking Mountains Sustainability on Jun 8, 2022 3:51:03 PM
Get to Know Active Energies Active Energies Solar, LLC is a solar energy design, installation, and financing company primarily installing solar photovoltaic (PV) systems for residential and..
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Topics: Actively Green, Actively Green Case Studies

Case Study: A Little Library With Big Impact: How the Vail Public Library Leaves a Lasting Legacy

Posted by Walking Mountains Sustainability on May 19, 2022 10:09:44 AM
Introduction Like in most small towns, the local library has a large impact on residents and visitors alike. Parents visit the library with their small children for story time, teens come to find a..
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Topics: Actively Green, Actively Green Case Studies

Civic Engagement: Additional Resources

Posted by Walking Mountains Sustainability on Apr 14, 2022 2:37:42 PM
Additional Resources: Walking Mountains Sustainability Events, including Civic Engagement Workshops: View the Schedule! Keep up with current environmental issues with our Environmental Policy Tracker
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Civic Engagement: Environmental Policy Tracker

Posted by Walking Mountains Sustainability on Apr 14, 2022 2:35:37 PM
Want to stay up to date on environmental issues at a local, state, and federal level? We’re keeping track here.
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Civic Engagement: Where to Find Legislation

Posted by Walking Mountains Sustainability on Apr 13, 2022 4:43:20 PM
Where to Find Federal Legislation:
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Civic Engagement: Keeping Track of the Issues

Posted by Walking Mountains Sustainability on Apr 13, 2022 4:28:51 PM
Understanding the System: Tips to Keep Track of the Issues You Care About
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Edwards Metro District Partnership Offers Discounted Energy Assessments and Increased Rebates for Residents and Businesses

Posted by Walking Mountains Sustainability on Mar 14, 2022 2:42:15 PM
Edwards Metro District Partnership Offers Discounted Energy Assessments and Increased Rebates for Residents and Businesses
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Learn about Environmental, Social, Governance Investing

Posted by Walking Mountains Sustainability on Oct 25, 2021 9:00:00 AM
Has the newest IPCC report had you considering your impact on the environment? Have you been thinking about justice, equity, diversity, and inclusion (JEDI) efforts? Perhaps you’re worried that..
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Topics: Sustainability Tips