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

Input Needed on Climate Action Plan for the Eagle County Community

Posted by Walking Mountains Science Center on Feb 7, 2018 12:42:15 PM
In 2016 a group of over 30 stakeholders that includes representatives from the public and private sectors of Eagle County, came together to develop the Climate Action Plan for the Eagle County..
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Topics: Press Release, Climate Action Collaborative, Climate Action Plan

Ten Tips for a Sustainable Holiday Season

Posted by Walking Mountains Science Center on Dec 18, 2017 2:52:08 AM
The holidays are a busy time, and it’s easy to get caught up in the commercialization of the season. But there are options to make your holidays more sustainable, and in some cases, a little more..
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Topics: Forever Green, Sustainability Tips

The Robinsons Discover Energy Savings

Posted by Walking Mountains Science Center on Nov 22, 2017 10:13:05 AM
In January 2013 Eagle-Vail residents Scott and Anna Robinson paid a $427.48 energy bill. It was without a doubt the highest energy bill they’d ever gotten, and they couldn’t bear to watch that number..
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Topics: Energy Smart, Forever Green

Sustainability Tips for A Green Thanksgiving

Posted by Walking Mountains Science Center on Nov 20, 2017 2:46:47 AM
Thanksgiving is a holiday near and dear to my heart - full of traditions, food, and family. I have always loved to help my family with preparations, especially while watching the Macy’s Thanksgiving..
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Topics: Forever Green, Sustainability Tips

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

Mountain IDEAL Standard for Destinations Achieves GSTC Recognition

Posted by Walking Mountains on Jul 27, 2017 4:04:57 PM
The Global Sustainable Tourism Council (GSTC) is pleased to announce that the Mountain IDEAL Standard for destinations has achieved ‘GSTC-Recognized’ status.
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Topics: Press Release, Mountain IDEAL Destination, Forever Green

Climate Action Benefits Our Health

Posted by Kim Langmaid on Jun 27, 2017 3:36:01 AM
Summer is mating time. Not just for the birds and the bees but also for wildflowers, grasses, and trees. In order to mate and reproduce, male plants cast their pollen on the wind. Pollen is a number..
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Topics: Forever Green, Climate Action Collaborative

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

Walking Mountains Science Center Reaches Goals through Sustainable Actions

Posted by Walking Mountains on Mar 17, 2017 3:00:54 PM
Walking Mountains Science Center has once again completed their Actively Green certification in 2017 for the fourth consecutive year. Just because Actively Green is a Walking Mountains Sustainability..
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Topics: Actively Green, Forever Green

A New Year’s Sustainability Resolution for your Business: Actively Green

Posted by Walking Mountains on Jan 11, 2017 10:51:33 AM
Prepare for the New Year by joining the Eagle Valley sustainability movement. Walking Mountains Sustainability is hosting an Actively Green Sustainable Business Certification trainings throughout the..
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Topics: Actively Green, Forever Green, Sustainability Tips