A World Class Environmental Learning Center for Residents and Visitors
At Walking Mountains Science Center we provide locals and visitors from pre-k to gray with opportunities to explore nature, gain a scientific understanding, and learn about the many wonders of our mountain environment through natural science and sustainability programs.
We envision a future where everyone in the community understands the science of nature and is inspired to take action as an environmental steward.
Come explore your curious nature with us at the Avon Tang Campus, Nature Discovery Center on Vail Mountain or Vail Nature Center!
Upcoming Events
Chicos Curiosos
December 14 @ 10:00 am | Walking Mountains & Biblioteca de Gypsum
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Christmas Bird Count
December 14 @ 11:00 am | Brush Creek Elementary School
Register Here Join us Saturday, December 14th 2024 for the 125th Christmas Bird Count Since Christmas Day 1900, birders around the country have been brought together to help the Audubon […]
Full Moon Snowshoe Experience
December 17 @ 7:00 pm | Walking Mountains Science Center
Register Here Join a Walking Mountains guide for an evening of snowshoeing under the glowing full moon. This program makes for the perfect moonlit date night! We will snowshoe […]
Free Winter Nature Walk, Avon
December 19 @ 2:00 pm | Walking Mountains Science Center
Register Here A free winter nature walk is a perfect introduction to Colorado’s natural world. Join a Naturalist for a free, gentle educational hike through aspen and riparian communities at […]
Backcountry Snowshoe Hike
December 20 @ 9:00 am | Walking Mountains Science Center
Register Here Join a Walking Mountains guide this winter for a backcountry snowshoe excursion into the White River National Forest! Perfect for those seeking a tranquil winter experience far from […]
EarthKeepers Early Childhood Program, Avon
December 20 @ 10:00 am |
Register Here Winter 2025 Schedule: Dates & Topic December 20th Wild Dogs December 27th Everyone Leaves Tracks January 3rd Animal Superheroes January 10th Wild Cats January 17th Winter Nature Detectives [&h...
Nature Tykes Gypsum
December 20 @ 10:15 am |
Register Here Nature Tykes is a 60-minute program in both indoor and outdoor environments. It may include short periods of walking, sitting, standing, and optional running. The dirt trails are […]
Free Guided Snowshoe Tour, Vail Mountain
December 20 @ 10:30 am | Nature Discovery Center
Register Here Join us on Vail Mountain for a free guided snowshoe tour with a Naturalist at the Nature Discovery Center! Travel by snowshoes on an educational tour through the […]
Free Guided Snowshoe Tour, Vail Mountain
December 20 @ 1:30 pm | Nature Discovery Center
Register Here Join us on Vail Mountain for a free guided snowshoe tour with a Naturalist at the Nature Discovery Center! Travel by snowshoes on an educational tour through the […]
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What’s Cookin? (Or Not!): Winter Diets in Human History
Unlike bears or marmots, humans are not able to hibernate, and therefore, winter food preparations look a little different than some wild animals who gorge on food to build up fat stores for a long winter’s nap. In the present day, if you have a craving for something tasty and... Read more
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Harvesting Christmas Trees: A Holiday Tradition
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The Dark Sky Doldrums (and how to dig yourself out)
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