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

Backcountry Snowshoe Hike
February 3 @ 9:00 am | Walking Mountains Science Center
Join us for a snowshoe excursion in the White River National Forest. Learn the science of Colorado’s snowpack, interpret the signs and tracks of our Rocky Mountain wildlife, and experience […]

EarthKeepers, Avon
February 3 @ 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 […]

Guided Snowshoe Tour, Vail Mountain
February 3 @ 10:30 am | Nature Discovery Center
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 forests atop […]

Guided Snowshoe Tour, Vail Mountain
February 3 @ 1:30 pm | Nature Discovery Center
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 forests atop […]

Free Winter Nature Walk, Avon
February 3 @ 2:00 pm | Walking Mountains Science Center
A free 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 our Avon Tang […]

Guided Snowshoe Tour, Vail Mountain
February 4 @ 10:30 am | Nature Discovery Center
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 forests atop […]

Guided Snowshoe Tour, Vail Mountain
February 4 @ 1:30 pm | Nature Discovery Center
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 forests atop […]

Free Winter Nature Walk, Avon
February 4 @ 2:00 pm | Walking Mountains Science Center
A free 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 our Avon Tang […]

Nature Discovery Center Closed
February 5 | Nature Discovery Center
The Nature Discovery Center is closed today.
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Walking Mountains Sustainability
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Fleece Clothing & Micro-plastic Pollution
Whether you are visiting or living here in Eagle County, it does not take long to understand the need to be prepared in the outdoors for quick and sometimes extreme changes in the weather. A key strategy to staying warm and comfortable in the mountains is wearing layers. For many... Read more
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What Happens to Plant Under the Snow?
If you spend time outdoors in the wintertime, you are very likely to encounter the wonders of snow. As you look around, it’s easy to see all of the trees and other large plants that are present above the snow and question how they are surviving. However, shrubs and small... Read more
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The Joy and Heartbreak of Colorado’s Current Snowpack
As of the beginning of January the snowpack depth in the Upper Colorado Headwaters, which includes Eagle County, is 126% of average for this time of year . If you are a local snow slider, you are well aware of the spectacular snowfall we have received this season. While there... Read more