The Vail Nature Center hosts a plethora of activities, including informative hikes which focus on birds, wildflowers or beaver ponds. They also offer classes on the art and photography of nature and even a fly fishing course. You could also go star gazing after dark and even meet raptors. With such a wide variety of offerings this location is fantastic for families and groups of friends alike. There is also a day camp for kids where they learn all about the Colorado environment.