cultural & educational activities summer 2007

In conjunction with the US and White River National Forest, the Vail Nature Center delivers incredible programs, educational seminars and - of course – hikes in the magical Colorado wilderness. Half day, full day, expert or beginner, the Vail Nature Center delivers lasting memories to those that hike with us.

www.vailrec.com/venues_naturecenter.htm
Vail

Toll Free . . . . . (970) 479-2291

A Christian Community, For All Seasons of Life. A church growing deeper in Christ, closer in Community, and participating in God’s redemptive Cause.

www.thevailchurch.com
39209 Hwy. 6, Eagle Vail

Toll Free . . . . . (970) 949-6585

Employing timeless Christian principles in concert with impressively credentialed teachers, dedicated staff, proven instructional methodologies and high educational standards, The Vail Academy nurtures students with attention, ethical guidance, and academic opportunities available nowhere else. Discover how our “Life Preparatory School” can benefit children today and beyond. Grades Pre-K – 8.

www.thevailacademy.org
39209 Highway 6, Eagle-Vail

Toll Free . . . . . (970) 845-0783

CollegeInvest is a not-for-profit division of the Colorado Department of Higher Education. Our only goal is to help students get an education beyond high school, so we provide expert information, simple planning tools, scholarships, savings plans, and student and parent loans, all to take your education dollars as far as they can go.

www.collegeinvest.org
1801 Broadway, Ste. 1300, Denver

Toll Free . . . . . (800) 448-2424

Located in the picturesque Vail Valley, Betty Ford Alpine Gardens is the highest botanic garden in the world at an elevation of 8,250 feet. This nationally recognized garden receives 100,000 visitors annually that come to observe its beauty, participate in children’s and adult educational programs, and to learn about high altitude plants and conservation.

www.bettyfordalpinegardens.org.
183 Gore Creek Dr., Vail

Toll Free . . . . . (970) 476-0103

Alpine Bank, celebrating over 30 years in Colorado, offers full service banking for both commercial and personal customers. Alpine Bank also provides mortgage and asset management experts to assist clients with home loans and investments needs. With five locations in the Vail Valley, and 32 branches throughout Colorado, Alpine Bank is everyone´s community bank!

www.alpinebank.com
Eagle County

Toll Free . . . . . (970) 949-3333

Blue School, Inc. is a studio arts center located in downtown Eagle. Media arts workshops are available to youth and adults in digital and traditional mediums. An Open Studio is open to the public every Saturday from 11a.m. to 2 p.m. An arts demonstration begins at 11 a.m. followed by time in the studio to practice and experiment.

http://web.mac.com/blueschool
116 E. 3rd Ave., Eagle

Toll Free . . . . . (970) 328-0818

CDELA´s mission is to help families that would like to join in the experience of family-based education. CDELA brings resources to the distance learning community by providing a K-11 customized curriculum, including placing computers and Internet access in every student?s home.We have certified teachers available to families and provide help in testing and state proficiency tests. All services are tuition-free to families that choose to enroll.

www.cdela.com

Toll Free . . . . . (866) 442-3352

Eagle County Schools are dedicated to educating every student for success.We are made up of a highly diverse population of over 5,000 children.There are eight elementary schools, four middle schools, one K-8 charter school, two traditional high schools and one alternative high school.

For more information, call or visit us at:
www.eagleschools.net

Toll Free . . . . . (970) 328-6321

Eagle County’s premier source for natural science education. Science camps, school programs and adult outings inspire a lifelong love for learning about Colorado’s Rocky Mountain ecosystem. Summertime offers weeklong camps for the kids, while mom and dad learn to track animals, find mushrooms or identify birds by their songs.

www.gorerange.org
82 E. Beaver Creek Blvd., Ste 202, Avon

Toll Free . . . . . (970) 827-9725

Gore Range Natural Science School
Nature Discovery Center
Awakening kids of all ages to the wonders of our mountain environment. Snowshoe tours atop Vail Mountain explore winter ecology, animal tracks and more.Tours depart from the Nature Discovery Center at 11 and 3. Snowshoes provided. Come back in summer for our youth science camps and adult learning adventures.

www.gorerange.org
82 E. Beaver Creek Blvd, Ste 202, Avon

Toll Free . . . . . (970) 827-9725

Make music an exciting part of your child’s life! Music Together® is an internationally recognized music program for children, newborn to age five, and their caregivers. Families experience songs, chants, movement activities and instruments play in mixed-age classes. A new song collection every semester. 45 minutes of pure fun with your child every week!

www.musictogethervailvalley.com
Edwards and Eagle

Toll Free . . . . . (970) 343-0439

Founded in 1998 and conveniently located in Edwards, Vail Christian High School is a co-ed school of academic excellence offering a four-year college prep curriculum. We place specialemphasis on music, technology and ethics in a setting that focuses on Faith, Excellence and Discipleship. The academic building of our new riverside campus is currently open, and the sports and arts complex is scheduled to open during the 2007-2008 school year. Partnering with the home, Vail Christian prides itself on being an extension of every family.

Each student is considered unique and special. The small size of the school and the low teacher to student ratio ensure consistent individual attention for each student during these formative years. All students have classroom access to laptop computers to prepare them for a future in an ever-increasing technological world. College credit classes are also available through the distance learning capabilities of the video conferencing laboratory.

www.vchs.org
PO Box 2023, Edwards

Toll Free . . . . . (970) 926-3015

Founded in 1962, we emphasize academic excellence, character development, and community while nurturing social and emotional growth. The school is proud of its continued reputation for excellence in education and placing its graduates in colleges and universities ranked among the top in the country. Its broad college preparatory program with an emphasis on traditional educational skills, utilizes individualized instruction. VMS is Eagle and Summit Counties’ only independent, co-educational, college preparatory school for students in kindergarten through 12th grade. Community service plays an important role in school life, with VMS offering a variety of age-appropriate service options for its students. Students are encouraged to be independent in their contribution to the well-being o their school, their classmates, and the community.

www.vms.edu
3000 Booth Falls Rd.,Vail

Toll Free . . . . . (970) 476-3850

The Vail Recreation District is dedicated to providing the community with a wide array of recreational and educational activities for all ages.Winter activities include: Imagination Station for ages 2-12, gymnastics and birthday parties at the Vail Gymnastics center and Nordic activities including skate and Cross Country skiing and snowshoeing. Summer activities abound as well.

www.vailrec.com
Vail

Toll Free . . . . . (970) 479-2279

The Vilar Center is an intimate performing arts theatre that produces shows that one would only expect to see in New York or Los Angeles. This state-ofthe- art theatre has made Beaver Creek the cultural center of the Colorado Rockies. Performances are held yearround in this 530-seat venue and include concerts, Broadway tours, theatre, dance programs, movies, and children’s entertainment. The Vilar Center for the Arts is located directly below the Black Family Ice Rink in Beaver Creek.

www.vilarcenter.org. (tickets/show times)

Toll Free . . . . . (970) 845-8497

A new enhanced concept in childcare, integrating a variety of creative and fun activities with meaningful discussions pertaining to life skills. The activities are especially excellent for pre-teens and teens. Facilitated at locations of your choice for children of the community and Vail resort guests.

www.wheretheheartis.info.
Eagle County

Toll Free . . . . . (970) 390-3460