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

970.827.9725
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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.
970.754.4675
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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
970.479.2291
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Sustainability

Walking Mountains Adds Third Program Arm - Sustainability and Stewardship

Posted by Walking Mountains on Nov 13, 2013 9:13:00 AM
Kim Langmaid, JohnRyan Lockman and Melissa Kirr will be joining the Walking Mountains team
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Topics: Our History, Forever Green

Eagle County Eco Build Fund

Eco Build Fund Supports Renewable Energy at Walking Mountains

Posted by Walking Mountains on Oct 24, 2012 5:20:50 PM
Walking Mountains Science Center’s new campus has served thousands of school children, families and adults in its first year of operations. This innovative Science Center was made possible due to the..
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Topics: Energy Smart

Walking Mountains Wins Colorado Renewable Energy Society Award

Posted by Walking Mountains on May 25, 2012 3:32:06 PM
Walking Mountains was recently awarded the 2012 CRES award in the commercial new construction category. Plaques and certificates were awarded to: Brian Sipes, AIA, LEED-AP, Walking Mountains, Zehren..
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Topics: LEED Certification, Awards

Nature ROCKS!

Fun Earth Day Activities for the Whole Family!

Posted by Walking Mountains on Apr 13, 2012 11:38:49 AM
Earth Day is coming up!! Celebrate with the kids by getting out into nature this coming week. Here's a list of fun things you can do with Walking Mountains Science Center and in your own backyard:
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Topics: Family Activities, Kids Activities

Frequently Asked Worm Composting Questions

Worm Composting and Frequently Asked Questions

Posted by Walking Mountains on Mar 27, 2012 3:43:21 PM
Walking Mountains Science Center recently held the Science Behind Worm Composting at our new campus in Avon, CO. The class was such a success, we thought we share a few highlights and FAQs about..
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Topics: Composting

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Students to Stewards - Walking Mountains News, Hikes of the Week and events

Curious Nature - Learn about our wonderful environment

EVOM - El Rincón de EVOM (Eagle Valley Outdoor Movement)

Sustainability - Stay up to date with sustainability practices and new initiatives

Climate Action Collaborative - Follow the Collaborative's efforts to reduce carbon emissions in Eagle County 25% by 2025 and 80% by 2050 


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