Avon Tang Campus
Walking Mountains Science Center
Winter 2023/2024 Operating Hours
Monday-Saturday | 9:00am – 4:00pm (check the calendar for hours of operation)
Less than a thousand yards from I-70, yet worlds away from the bustle of Avon, lies the beautiful Walking Mountains Science Center Avon Tang Campus. An innovative natural science learning campus for residents and visitors of the Eagle Valley (Vail Valley). The ten-acre site, which boasts a stream, wetlands, pond, aspen forest and National Forest access, was donated by Oscar Tang in 2007 to provide the valley with a special place for learning and discovery in the natural world.
For accessibility information click HERE. To request accommodations at any location, please call us at least 72 hours in advance of your visit or program at (970) 827-9725
318 Walking Mountains Ln., Avon, CO 81620
970.827.9725
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Free Winter Nature Walk, Avon
Free Winter Nature Walk, Avon
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 […]
1 event,
Free Winter Nature Walk, Avon
Free Winter Nature Walk, Avon
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 […]
1 event,
Free Winter Nature Walk, Avon
Free Winter Nature Walk, Avon
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 […]
2 events,
Nature Tykes, Avon
Nature Tykes, Avon
Introduce your child to the natural world and nurture their sense of wonder as you explore woods, meadows, and wildlife. Topics vary weekly. Designed for 6-35 month old children and […]
Free Winter Nature Walk, Avon
Free Winter Nature Walk, Avon
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 […]
3 events,
EarthKeepers, Avon – Nature Art
EarthKeepers, Avon – Nature Art
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 […]
Nature Tykes, Gypsum
Nature Tykes, Gypsum
Introduce your child to the natural world and nurture their sense of wonder as you explore woods, meadows, and wildflowers. Topics vary weekly. Designed for 6-35 month old children and […]
Free Winter Nature Walk, Avon
Free Winter Nature Walk, Avon
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 […]
1 event,
Free Winter Nature Walk, Avon
Free Winter Nature Walk, Avon
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 […]
0 events,
1 event,
Free Winter Nature Walk, Avon
Free Winter Nature Walk, Avon
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 […]
1 event,
Free Winter Nature Walk, Avon
Free Winter Nature Walk, Avon
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 […]
1 event,
Free Winter Nature Walk, Avon
Free Winter Nature Walk, Avon
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 […]
2 events,
Nature Tykes, Avon
Nature Tykes, Avon
Introduce your child to the natural world and nurture their sense of wonder as you explore woods, meadows, and wildlife. Topics vary weekly. Designed for 6-35 month old children and […]
Free Winter Nature Walk, Avon
Free Winter Nature Walk, Avon
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 […]
3 events,
EarthKeepers, Avon – Are You Nocturnal?
EarthKeepers, Avon – Are You Nocturnal?
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 […]
Nature Tykes, Gypsum
Nature Tykes, Gypsum
Introduce your child to the natural world and nurture their sense of wonder as you explore woods, meadows, and wildflowers. Topics vary weekly. Designed for 6-35 month old children and […]
Free Winter Nature Walk, Avon
Free Winter Nature Walk, Avon
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 […]
1 event,
Free Winter Nature Walk, Avon
Free Winter Nature Walk, Avon
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 […]
0 events,
1 event,
Free Winter Nature Walk, Avon
Free Winter Nature Walk, Avon
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 […]
1 event,
Free Winter Nature Walk, Avon
Free Winter Nature Walk, Avon
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 […]
1 event,
Free Winter Nature Walk, Avon
Free Winter Nature Walk, Avon
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 […]
2 events,
Nature Tykes, Avon
Nature Tykes, Avon
Introduce your child to the natural world and nurture their sense of wonder as you explore woods, meadows, and wildlife. Topics vary weekly. Designed for 6-35 month old children and […]
Free Winter Nature Walk, Avon
Free Winter Nature Walk, Avon
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 […]
3 events,
EarthKeepers, Avon – Trees, Please!
EarthKeepers, Avon – Trees, Please!
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 […]
Nature Tykes, Gypsum
Nature Tykes, Gypsum
Introduce your child to the natural world and nurture their sense of wonder as you explore woods, meadows, and wildflowers. Topics vary weekly. Designed for 6-35 month old children and […]
Free Winter Nature Walk, Avon
Free Winter Nature Walk, Avon
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 […]
1 event,
Free Winter Nature Walk, Avon
Free Winter Nature Walk, Avon
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 […]
0 events,
1 event,
Free Winter Nature Walk, Avon
Free Winter Nature Walk, Avon
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 […]
1 event,
Free Winter Nature Walk, Avon
Free Winter Nature Walk, Avon
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 […]
1 event,
Free Winter Nature Walk, Avon
Free Winter Nature Walk, Avon
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 […]
3 events,
Nature Tykes, Avon
Nature Tykes, Avon
Introduce your child to the natural world and nurture their sense of wonder as you explore woods, meadows, and wildlife. Topics vary weekly. Designed for 6-35 month old children and […]
Drinkering & Tinkering
Drinkering & Tinkering
Reducing and diverting our waste are some of the easiest things we, as individuals, can do to help our environment. Never has the idea of waste reduction been so fun! Bring a […]
Free Winter Nature Walk, Avon
Free Winter Nature Walk, Avon
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 […]
3 events,
EarthKeepers, Avon – Space Explorer
EarthKeepers, Avon – Space Explorer
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 […]
Nature Tykes, Gypsum
Nature Tykes, Gypsum
Introduce your child to the natural world and nurture their sense of wonder as you explore woods, meadows, and wildflowers. Topics vary weekly. Designed for 6-35 month old children and […]
Free Winter Nature Walk, Avon
Free Winter Nature Walk, Avon
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 […]
1 event,
Free Winter Nature Walk, Avon
Free Winter Nature Walk, Avon
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 […]
0 events,
2 events,
Lunar Snowshoe Experience
Lunar Snowshoe Experience
Registration is required below. Please make sure you select the correct date and experience. If you can't see the registration options below, please click here.
Free Winter Nature Walk, Avon
Free Winter Nature Walk, Avon
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 […]
1 event,
Free Winter Nature Walk, Avon
Free Winter Nature Walk, Avon
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 […]
1 event,
Free Winter Nature Walk, Avon
Free Winter Nature Walk, Avon
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 […]
2 events,
Nature Tykes, Avon
Nature Tykes, Avon
Introduce your child to the natural world and nurture their sense of wonder as you explore woods, meadows, and wildlife. Topics vary weekly. Designed for 6-35 month old children and […]
Free Winter Nature Walk, Avon
Free Winter Nature Walk, Avon
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 […]
3 events,
EarthKeepers, Avon – Nests & Bird Lifecycle
EarthKeepers, Avon – Nests & Bird Lifecycle
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 […]
Nature Tykes, Gypsum
Nature Tykes, Gypsum
Introduce your child to the natural world and nurture their sense of wonder as you explore woods, meadows, and wildflowers. Topics vary weekly. Designed for 6-35 month old children and […]
Free Winter Nature Walk, Avon
Free Winter Nature Walk, Avon
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 […]
1 event,
Free Winter Nature Walk, Avon
Free Winter Nature Walk, Avon
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 […]
0 events,
Driving Directions
1) Take the I-70 Avon exit 167 to Nottingham Road & head west
2) Turn right onto Buck Creek Road
3) Take an immediate right onto Walking Mountains Lane and then turn left to go up the hill. Follow signage to park at the Mountain Discovery Center!
Precourt Mountain Discovery Center
Situated among aspen and pine forests, the Precourt Mountain Discovery Center is the focus of the Avon Tang Campus. The Visitor Center is free and open to the public and includes engaging interactive educational displays, group learning spaces, and a gift shop. Built using the latest ideas in sustainable design, the building itself is a part of the educational experience for all who visit. Join us for a free guided nature walk and come explore your curious nature with us!
Upcoming EventsBorgen Precourt Center for Sustainability
Completed in the spring of 2019 the Borgen Precourt Center for Sustainability is the newest building on the Avon Tang Campus. The state-of-the-art LEED building is home to Walking Mountains sustainability programs, staff, and the Mayer Family Classrooms and Shannon Family Classrooms.
Sustainability InitiativesFrechette Field Studies Base Camp
Aspiring field scientists and the Eagle Valley community need a dedicated base camp to launch their learning expeditions. Whether students are monitoring bird migration, studying wildlife populations, documenting native plant diversity, attending summer science camp, or researching alpine ecosystems, this facility serves their needs. Many learning events for the community at large take place here including lecture series' and the Science Behind.
George Meadow Learning Studio
Overlooking a natural pond, wetland, and Buck Creek, is the George Meadow Learning Studio. This unique classroom complements the outdoor components of our classes and is the indoor site for innovative early-childhood programs including EarthKeepers, Nature Tykes and other programs.