Sustainability Tip: Here Is The Dirt On Worm Composting
Posted by
Ford Sanger on Aug 13, 2018 12:04:48 PM
What is Worm Composting? Did you know that composting worms can eat up to their body weight on a daily basis? (Source: Cornell University)
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Topics: Sustainability Tips, Composting
How do I keep my backyard compost happy and healthy? DOS
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Topics: Climate Action Collaborative, Composting
Composting with Bears - Steps to Keep Your Compost Bear-Free
Posted by
Kimberly Schlaepfer on Aug 2, 2018 11:24:49 AM
It doesn't have to be bad news bears when it comes to compost One of the biggest barriers for local residents in Eagle County to start their own backyard compost pile, is the concern over attracting..
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Topics: Climate Action Collaborative, Composting
The amount of plastic film and wrap produced annually could shrink-wrap the state of Texas. Much of this is packaging from products we order and buy. (Source: Rubicon Global) ..
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Topics: Sustainability Tips
The Bookworm of Edwards - Purchasing for the Planet
Posted by
Kimberly Schlaepfer on Jul 16, 2018 3:20:39 PM
The Bookworm of Edwards is a local book and coffee shop providing a wonderful and inviting atmosphere to eat, meet, and read all while enjoying delicious snacks and beverages. But not only is this..
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Topics: Actively Green, Climate Action Collaborative, Sustainability Tips
Sustainability Tips: More Fun & Less Waste at your Holiday Picnic or BBQ
Posted by
Ford Sanger on Jun 28, 2018 7:49:00 AM
Did you know Americans toss out enough paper & plastic cups, forks and spoons every year to circle the equator 300 times? (Source: Northern Colorado Disposal) Here are some tips from Walking..
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Topics: Sustainability Tips
Have you ever found yourself sitting in your car waiting to pick up a friend or letting your car warm up, engine running, heat cranked and music blasting? We’ve all been in a situation where we’ve..
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Topics: Climate Action Collaborative
United by the Planet: Earth Day!
Posted by
Walking Mountains Science Center on Apr 23, 2018 3:44:03 AM
April 22nd is a day that, for nearly 50 years in the running, countries around the world celebrate, show support for, and acknowledge the single most unifying entity for all of humanity: Planet..
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Topics: Curious Nature, Forever Green
Vail Named to Top 100 Sustainable Destinations for 2017
Posted by
Walking Mountains on Oct 3, 2017 1:25:49 AM
Vail has made international news for its collective sustainability efforts by being named to the Top 100 Sustainable Destinations in 2017 by Green Destinations. The Top 100 list was officially..
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Topics: Press Release, Mountain IDEAL Destination, Forever Green
The True Cost of Our Smartphones
Posted by
Walking Mountains Science Center on Apr 17, 2017 2:46:31 AM
In the United States alone, approximately 64% of people own a smartphone, according to the Pew Research Center. Out of that, 46% say that their smartphone is something they “couldn’t live without.”..
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Topics: Curious Nature, Forever Green

