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 Tang Campus in Avon, Nature Discovery Center on Vail Mountain or Vail Nature Center!
Upcoming Events
Free Nature Walk – Avon
April 10 @ 2:00 pm | Walking Mountains Science Center
A free nature walk is the perfect introduction to Colorado’s natural world. Join a Naturalist for a free gentle educational hike through aspen and riparian communities at our Avon location. […]
EarthKeepers Gypsum
April 12 @ 10:15 am | Gypsum Library
Children will explore the natural world and have fun with others while developing their sense of place. Topics vary weekly and help children express their inherent wonder and curiosity as […]
Free Nature Walk – Avon
April 12 @ 2:00 pm | Walking Mountains Science Center
A free nature walk is the perfect introduction to Colorado’s natural world. Join a Naturalist for a free gentle educational hike through aspen and riparian communities at our Avon location. […]
EarthKeepers Avon – Dirt Made My Lunch
April 13 @ 10:00 am | Walking Mountains Science Center
Children will explore the natural world and have fun with others while developing their sense of place. Topics vary weekly and help children express their inherent wonder and curiosity as […]
EarthKeepers Eagle
April 13 @ 10:15 am | Eagle Library
Children will explore the natural world and have fun with others while developing their sense of place. Topics vary weekly and help children express their inherent wonder and curiosity as […]
Free Nature Walk – Avon
April 13 @ 2:00 pm | Walking Mountains Science Center
A free nature walk is the perfect introduction to Colorado’s natural world. Join a Naturalist for a free gentle educational hike through aspen and riparian communities at our Avon location. […]
EarthKeepers Dotsero
April 14 @ 10:15 am | Two Rivers, Community Center, Dotsero
Children will explore the natural world and have fun with others while developing their sense of place. Topics vary weekly and help children express their inherent wonder and curiosity as […]
Free Nature Walk – Avon
April 14 @ 2:00 pm | Walking Mountains Science Center
A free nature walk is the perfect introduction to Colorado’s natural world. Join a Naturalist for a free gentle educational hike through aspen and riparian communities at our Avon location. […]
The Sustainable Film Series: 2040
April 14 @ 3:30 pm | Riverwalk Theater
Register Here This film will be shown at 3:30pm and 6:30pm. Each show is limited to 50 people and reservations are required. About 2040 The 2040 journey began with award-winning […]
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