We just received a thoughtful email from the Senator’s office warning of potential flooding this Spring. Even though the Vernal Equinox has long since past (March 20th signified the end of winter in 2011), we are STILL getting snow in Colorado ! The cool temperatures continue to hold the snowpack but warmer days are certain to be around the corner. And, with the
DetailsParty for the Planet is coming up this weekend (Saturday, May 14th at Brush Creek Park in Eagle)! This is a fun family event celebrating Earth Day and our beautiful mountain surroundings. There will be plenty of activities for the kids as well as beverages, food and music! Let’s get outdoors to enjoy our beautiful environment. Walking Mountains Science Center
DetailsOn average we will all have the opportunity to experience 28,470 sunsets in our lives. Each of these sunsets and the night that follows will be slightly different, but many of these differences will go unnoticed. During these sunsets and following nights stars will appear to rise and fall at different times or sometimes not at all, the moon will
DetailsGreek mythology has given us the Anemoi, whose English translation means “wind.” The Greek Anemoi are four wind gods who each represent a cardinal direction. Each have been associated with various seasons and weather conditions, but they have also been represented as things such as mere gusts of wind, personified winged men, or horses kept in the stable of Aeolus,
DetailsWildlife sightings can be such fleeting experiences. My husband is much better at spotting animals than I am, and he often astounds me by pointing out bighorn sheep from the highway that are just a blur by the time I swivel my head around – and that’s when he’s driving. Years ago though, I had one of those momentary encounters
DetailsHonor your mother with the gift of nature and science education this year. Make a donation to Walking Mountains and we’ll send your mom a beautiful card letting this special lady know that you have donated in her honor, via this message: A generous gift has been made in your honor by [Your Name]. This thoughtful donation pays tribute to
DetailsThe vernal equinox, or the first day of spring took place on March 20th at 5:21 P.M. Meaning, the Sun’s path across the sky crossed the equator providing the planet with an equal amount of daylight and darkness. We can expect more sunlight everyday until we reach the summer solstice on June 21st. Average temperatures are already greater than they
DetailsOn Wednesday, May 4th The Bookworm of Edwards will host a chat with Philip Connors , author of Fire Season: Field Notes From a Wilderness Lookout . Connors will be on-hand to discuss his wilderness experience as a wildfire lookout in the Gila Wilderness of New Mexico. This up-and-comer was reviewed in the most recent issue of Outside Magazine and has been compared to Jack Kerouac, Edwards Abbey and Norman McLean. Tickets are $10 and include appetizers, you
DetailsThe Eagle Valley Alliance for Sustainability is looking for volunteers for Party for the Planet which takes place on Saturday, May 14th at Brush Creek Park & Pavilion in Eagle. Volunteer spots are for 1-2 hours and all of our volunteers will receive a voucher for one FREE Crazy Mountain Brew to be redeemed at the Beer Garden. We need volunteers for the following,
DetailsDuring Earth Week (and every day here at Walking Mountains) we strive to inspire awareness and appreciation for the Earth’s natural environment. This morning Jaymee Squires brought in a wonderful surprise of Earth Day Granola. Thank you Jaymee!! It’s so delicious I thought I’d share the recipe. Sunshine Granola from the Squires Family 5 c. old fashioned oats 1/2 c.
DetailsLeaders everywhere demand respect and attention wherever they roam. When translated into a natural setting, the leaders of our forests and mountains demand the same respect. They usually receive it, particularly the mountain lion. The leaders of the forest have much to share with us on adaptations leading to success. The animals that are the biggest and strongest are viewed
DetailsWVU Health Report suggests exercising outdoors offers health benefits: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=A7mmmSy_2GI Stay Connected! Sign up to receive Walking Mountains news by email
DetailsUPDATE: Vail bird enthusiasts – join us at the Vail Nature Center on Tuesdays and Thursdays at 8:30am for a morning bird walk. (June 14 – mid August). We’ll walk through the meadows and woods along the Gore Creek to learn about a great variety of birds, what they need and how you can attract birds to your own backyard. Costs
DetailsExplore your curious nature and find out what we’re all about! Please download the Walking Mountains 2011 Summer Programs Brochure. Stay Connected! Sign up to receive Walking Mountains news by email
DetailsAn inspiring video about math and the patterns of nature, enjoy! Stay Connected! Sign up to receive Walking Mountains news by email
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