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

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

Walking Mountains and Town of Vail Celebrate America Recycles Day

Posted by Walking Mountains Science Center on Nov 8, 2016 2:15:37 AM
In recognition of America Recycles Day on Nov. 15, the Town of Vail is joining communities around the country in hosting a series of events to encourage waste reduction and recycling. The town’s..
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Topics: Forever Green, Recycling

Walking Mountains Lands Efficiency Grant

Posted by Walking Mountains Science Center on Oct 26, 2016 3:16:06 AM
Walking Mountains Science Center was recently awarded a $105,000 grant to improve the energy efficiency, safety and comfort of income-qualified homes in Eagle County through a partnership with Energy..
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Topics: Energy Smart, Forever Green, Awards

CARE Program Helps 36 Income-Qualified Households Save Energy In Eagle County

Posted by Walking Mountains on Sep 29, 2016 4:07:20 PM
Over the last year, 36 homeowners and renters in the Eagle Valley have benefited from CARE - the Colorado Affordable Residential Energy program, facilitated by Walking Mountains Science Center. The..
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Topics: Energy Smart, Press Release, Forever Green

West Vail Liquor Mart wins Actively Green Business of the Year

Posted by Walking Mountains on Aug 12, 2016 1:58:09 PM
Congratulations to Tom Mullen, Owner of West Vail Liquor Mart, along with his staff for winning Actively Green Business of the Year! West Vail Liquor Mart is a certified Actively Green business and..
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Topics: Actively Green, Forever Green, Awards

Eagle Valley Schools Journey Towards Sustainability

Posted by Walking Mountains Science Center on Jul 28, 2016 1:03:08 PM
Dozens of passionate and dedicated Eagle Valley students and teachers went above and beyond academic requirements last year to find ways to save energy at school. They are part of a growing coalition..
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Topics: School Programs, Forever Green

Actively Green Sustainable Business Incentives Announced

Posted by Walking Mountains on Jan 19, 2016 11:24:51 AM
The Actively Green Sustainable Business Certification Program is part of a larger movement to create a culture of sustainability throughout the Eagle Valley. Over 120 businesses have participated in..
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Topics: Actively Green, Forever Green

A New Year and a New Sustainable You!

Posted by Walking Mountains on Dec 28, 2015 1:15:57 AM
Out with the old and in with new! That is the motto of the moment as we approach the end of another year. After the winter holidays pass, it seems only natural for many of us to contemplate the..
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Topics: Forever Green, Sustainability Tips