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
Eagle Valley Wild Photography Exhibition, Avon
Nov 30, 2021 | Walking Mountains Science Center
Photography by Todd Winslow Pierce An outdoor photography exhibition inspiring conservation by revealing the beauty and value of our land, water and wildlife. Through Summer of 2022 Free & open […]
Nature Discovery Center Closed
May 27 | Nature Discovery Center
The Nature Discovery Center is open Wednesday – Sunday, 10:00 am – 3:30pm from June 17 – September 4.
Vail Nature Center Closed
May 27 | Vail Nature Center
The Vail Nature Center is open Monday – Saturday 9:00 am – 5:00pm starting on June 16. Please enjoy our outdoor trails near the Vail Nature Center during this time.
Nature Discovery Center Closed
May 28 | Nature Discovery Center
The Nature Discovery Center is open Wednesday – Sunday, 10:00 am – 3:30pm from June 17 – September 4.
Vail Nature Center Closed
May 28 | Vail Nature Center
The Vail Nature Center is open Monday – Saturday 9:00 am – 5:00pm starting on June 16. Please enjoy our outdoor trails near the Vail Nature Center during this time.
EVOM | Orientación para Nuevos Voluntarios
May 28 @ 12:00 pm | Mountain Valley Hourse Rescue
GRATIS. Para personas a partir de los 7 años. Aprenderemos los detalles de completar un “turno de tareas”, que incluye dar de beber a los caballos, limpiar los corrale...
Nature Discovery Center Closed
May 29 | Nature Discovery Center
The Nature Discovery Center is open Wednesday – Sunday, 10:00 am – 3:30pm from June 17 – September 4.
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Walking Mountains Sustainability
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Rocky Mountain Cliffs Cliffs are prominent topographic features found around the world. From El Capitan in Yosemite to the Cliffs of Moher in Ireland, for generations humans have marveled the drastic vertical faces of cliffs. Humans have used cliffs for navigation, protection, recreation and more. Here in the Rockies, cliffs... Read more - Why are Trails Closed in May?
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