Welcome to Walking Mountains Science Center! The mission of Walking Mountains Science Center is to awaken a sense of wonder and inspire environmental stewardship through natural science education. As a 501-3c non-profit science learning center, we offer innovative school programs, summer youth science camps, adult seminars and year-round interpretive programs.

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Birding Trek @
Join a naturalist on an educational hiking adventure into the wilderness surrounding the Eagle Valley.  Program participants meet at the … Read More
Sat, June 22, 2013 | $50

Early Bird, Bird Walk @ Discovery Center
Explore meadows, forests and riparian areas in search of our many mountain birds. Learn about birding, bird identification, and habitats important to … Read More
Mon, June 24, 2013 | Tours at 11am and 2 pm | $5

EarthKeepers Preschool Program @
With the help of an adult in their lives, children use senses to explore the natural world and have fun with others while participating in activities … Read More
Mon, June 24, 2013 | $10/pair, $5/ additional child

Nature Tykes @
Help your child develop sensory awareness & comfort in the outdoors from an early age. Learn ways to introduce children to the natural world … Read More
Thu, June 27, 2013 | $5/adult-child pair

Apres Ascent @
Wind down the day with a scenic hike along Buck Creek. Learn about summer ecology and animal adaptations as you explore mountain meadows, babbling … Read More
Thu, June 27, 2013 | $5/Person

EarthKeepers Preschool Program @
With the help of an adult in their lives, children use senses to explore the natural world and have fun with others while participating in activities … Read More
Fri, June 28, 2013 | $10/pair, $5/ additional child

Birding Trek @
Join a naturalist on an educational hiking adventure into the wilderness surrounding the Eagle Valley.  Program participants meet at the … Read More
Sat, June 29, 2013 | $50

Avon Overlook Hike @
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Tue, July 2, 2013 | $5/person

Nature Tykes @
Help your child develop sensory awareness & comfort in the outdoors from an early age. Learn ways to introduce children to the natural world … Read More
Thu, July 4, 2013 | $5/adult-child pair

EarthKeepers Preschool Program @
With the help of an adult in their lives, children use senses to explore the natural world and have fun with others while participating in activities … Read More
Fri, July 5, 2013 | $10/pair, $5/ additional child

Wildflowers Abound @
Join a naturalist on an educational hiking adventure into the wilderness surrounding the Eagle Valley.  Program participants meet at the … Read More
Sat, July 6, 2013 | $50

Avon Overlook Hike @
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Tue, July 9, 2013 | $5/person

A Taste of Nature @
Tue, July 9, 2013 |

Nature Tykes @
Help your child develop sensory awareness & comfort in the outdoors from an early age. Learn ways to introduce children to the natural world … Read More
Thu, July 11, 2013 | $5/adult-child pair

EarthKeepers Preschool Program @
With the help of an adult in their lives, children use senses to explore the natural world and have fun with others while participating in activities … Read More
Fri, July 12, 2013 | $10/pair, $5/ additional child

Wildflowers Abound @
Join a naturalist on an educational hiking adventure into the wilderness surrounding the Eagle Valley.  Program participants meet at the … Read More
Sat, July 13, 2013 |

Avon Overlook Hike @
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Tue, July 16, 2013 | $5/person

Free Nature Walk @ Discovery Center
Learn about the ecology and animal adaptations of this mountain environment. Walks will be conducted on snowshoes as necessary due to snow … Read More
Wed, July 17, 2013 | Tours at 11am and 2 pm | Free

Free Nature Walk @ Discovery Center
Learn about the ecology and animal adaptations of this mountain environment. Walks will be conducted on snowshoes as necessary due to snow … Read More
Thu, July 18, 2013 | Tours at 11am and 2 pm | Free

Nature Tykes @
Help your child develop sensory awareness & comfort in the outdoors from an early age. Learn ways to introduce children to the natural world … Read More
Thu, July 18, 2013 | $5/adult-child pair

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Listings for Walking Mountains Science Center in Vail Village, CO

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
Hiking in Vail Village, CO

Earth Explorers Youth Camp
For 1st and 2nd graders. Each week at Walking Mountains Science Center a new science theme is introduced for explorations and adventures. … Read More
Kids' Camps in Avon, CO

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
Interactive Learning in Avon, CO

Guided Bird Walks at Vail Nature Center
Join a Walking Mountains naturalist for a tranquil and informative bird walk. On these morning walks, participants are likely to see warblers, … Read More
Hiking in Vail Village, CO

Nature Hikes for all ages
Join a Walking Mountains Naturalist and learn about the ecology and animal adaptations of this mountain environment. A variety of walks, hikes and … Read More
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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
Interactive Learning in Vail Village, CO

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
Interactive Learning in Vail Village, CO

Walking Mountains Overnight Science Camp
Appropriate for 3rd through 10th grade. Based out of back-country huts, our overnight courses allow young explorers, scientists … Read More
Kids' Camps in Avon, CO

Walking Mountains Science Day Camp
Open the door to a world of adventure and life-long love of learning for the young scientists and explorers in your family.1st through 8th grade … Read More
Kids' Camps in Avon, CO

Wildflower Walks at Vail Nature Center
Wildflowers abound in the summer high country of Colorado. Join a Walking Mountains naturalist for a leisurely walk to learn about the flowers that … Read More
Hiking in Vail Village, CO