The Vail Valley is a great place for children and adults to explore science and nature. Many programs are offered year-round that let kids explore these wonders in an interactive, hands-on manner. This is a great way to teach kids while also entertaining and astounding them. Come and have loads of fun while learning.

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Walking Mountains Science Center
	S'mores & More at Vail Nature Center Enjoy stories around a campfire while making s'mores with your family. Join a Walking Mountains naturalist for a warm campfire, exciting stories of … Read More Explore: Family Fun \| Interactive Learning \| Vail Village, CO

Walking Mountains Science Center
	Exhibit hall & nature programs for kids and adults Explore and learn about our mountain communities, ants, beavers, the sustainable features of our green building and more! Wander the trails and … Read More Explore: Family Fun \| Interactive Learning \| Avon, CO

Walking Mountains Science Center
	Beaver Pond Tours at Vail Nature Center Beavers are one of the animals that define the Rocky Mountains, and we often see them right here in Vail! Join a Walking Mountains naturalist at … Read More Explore: Family Fun \| Interactive Learning \| Vail Village, CO

Walking Mountains Science Center
	Stories in the Sky: Stargazing Join a Walking Mountains naturalist at Vail Nature Center to view endless constellations, shooting stars and full moons almost as bright as the sun. … Read More (970) 754-4675 Explore: Family Fun \| Interactive Learning \| Vail Village, CO

Betty Ford Alpine Gardens
	World's Highest Altitude Alpine Gardens. Come and see these beautiful, unique gardens in Vail A public botanic garden curating a fully-documented collection of high elevation plants. Explore and enjoy our stunning mountain garden situated high … Read More Explore: Family Fun \| Interactive Learning \| Vail Village, CO

Vail Nature Center
	A great place for to discover nature Located in Ford Park adjacent to beautiful Gore Creek, the little white farmhouse is full of interactive displays and activities for all ages. Spend … Read More Explore: Family Fun \| Interactive Learning \| East Vail, CO, Vail Village, CO

Alpine Arts Center
	Family Painting Days Join Alpine Arts Center for Family Painting Days! An instructor will guide participants through a step by step demonstration of the featured acrylic … Read More Explore: Family Fun \| Interactive Learning \| Edwards, CO

Piney River Ranch
	Fishing - and fishing classes - every day The renowned Piney Lake is a 60 acre high alpine lake nestled below the majestic Gore Range and known as the most scenic setting in the Vail … Read More Explore: Family Fun \| Interactive Learning \| Lionshead, CO

Alpine Arts Center
	Art just for kids! Alpine Arts Center has a special art room just for kids to explore their creativity, with tons of exciting materials at their fingertips! From Mommy … Read More Explore: Family Fun \| Interactive Learning \| Edwards, CO

Avon Library
	Community, education, entertainment. Online & print resources plus community activities. Avon Library is the hub of community activities in Avon. From story hour, to tutoring, to group meetings, to movie night, you'll find frequent … Read More Explore: Family Fun \| Interactive Learning \| Avon, CO

Alpine Arts Center
	Art classes for all ages and abilities Alpine Arts Center offers art classes for all ages at all stages! From Mommy and Me Get Messy to Beginning Pottery, Digital Photography, and the … Read More Explore: Family Fun \| Interactive Learning \| Edwards, CO

Vail Rec District
	Imagination Station An interactive children's museum for playing & learning Newly renovated, the Imagination Station provides a fun, learning environment for local and visiting youth ages 2-12. Children will engage, observe, … Read More Explore: Family Fun \| Interactive Learning \| Lionshead, CO

Beaver Creek Children's Museum
	Kids love this place - from costumes to art The Beaver Creek Children's Museum educates children and adults alike in a fun and interactive way. Open July and August Hours: 10:00am-3:00pm, dailyCost: Daily admission is $5.00 per child, ages 3 and up. Adults are free. Location: One escalator … Read More Explore: Family Fun \| Interactive Learning \| Beaver Creek, CO, Events

Beaver Creek
	Children's Museum in Beaver Creek Fun and educational attractions for kids & parents The Children's Museum is filled with fun and educational attractions that encourage fun interaction between children and their caregivers.Some of the … Read More Explore: Family Fun \| Interactive Learning \| Beaver Creek, CO

Discovery Bunch
	Kids get creative A Fun Workshop for Kids in the Winter Children ages three to five can create art projects and sing songs based on books read each week, open January - February. Explore: Family Fun \| Interactive Learning \| Lionshead, CO

Glenwood Caverns Adventure Park
	Tons of Fun on the Wild West Wagon Wagons ho! Climb aboard the Wild West Adventure Wagon at Glenwood Caverns Adventure Park and travel back in time to the days when cowboys and … Read More Explore: Family Fun \| Interactive Learning \| Glenwood Springs, CO

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