Summer Schedule & Programs

Gore Range Natural Science School proudly partners with the Vail Recreation District to provide world-class programming at the Vail Nature Center adjacent Ford Park and Gore Creek. Open daily’ With streamside trails, plant and animal exhibits, and a friendly staff, the Vail Nature Center is truly one of Vail’s ‘best kept secrets.’ Open daily and located just steps away from Vail Village.

CENTER HOURS	Daily from 9:00 am to 5:00 pm
SEASON	June through mid-September
COST	Free to all
PHONE	479-2291

Program Descriptions
Day	Program Title	Location

M, W & F	Wildflower Hike	Vail Nature Center
T, TH	Morning Bird Walk	Vail Nature Center
M, Th	Evening Beaver Pond Tour	Vail Nature Center
T	Bright Stars & Flaming Marshmallows	Vail Nature Center
W	Family Fun Night	Vail Nature Center

Programs begin in late June and cost a nominal fee charged by the Vail Recreation District. All proceeds help support Vail Nature Center operations. Call the Nature Center for details.

The Vail Nature Center currently has no 2005-2006 winter programs planned.

See more programs under Summer All Ages Programs Descriptions.

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Contact Info & Directions

The Nature Center is easy to reach – by foot, bus, car or bike. The center is located across Gore Creek from the Betty Ford Alpine Garden and the Ford Amphitheater. From any point in Vail, you can take a bus to the Soccer Fields or the Tennis Center. Walk or ride your bike from Vail Village along the Gore Creek Trail. Parking is also available at the Soccer Field or the Tennis Center.

Questions? Call 476-2291, seven days a week from 9:00 am – 5:00 pm.

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