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SUSTAINABLE LANDSCAPING SERIES: CREVICE GARDENING; Betty Ford Alpine Gardens

Why plant tons of stone rather than make gardens that take less effort? Crevice gardens are the perfect solution in a changing climate and especially for dry moutain environments. Kenton Seth, co-author of the new book, The Crevice Garden, will discuss how to create a design and illustrate some beautiful examples. His book will be available for … Continued

IDENTIFYING PLANT FAMILIES OF THE AMERICAN WEST

Did you ever wonder what characteristics make up different plant families? Recognizing families is a shortcut to plant identification. Join BLM State Botanist Carol Dawson and use her book (provided) as a reference to discuss plant families. Then we will use the Gardens for some hands-on work. Bring your lunch, water and be prepared for time … Continued

Pollinator Month Workshop

Betty Ford Alpine Gardens Carmen Weiland, Queen Bee of Honey Operations and Master Beekeeper at Knapp Ranch joins us to talk about bees, and what makes them so important in our high alpine environment. This workshop provides an opportunity for hands-on learning and is appropriate for all ages. Includes honey tasting and a chance to … Continued

Summer Wednesday Art Walks

Enjoy a free one-hour public art tour of Vail each Wednesday of the month starting July 2 through August 27. The tour winds its way through the Village with discussions of the history of the Vail Valley, the founding of Vail Mountain, the master planning of the Village, and the importance of site-specific art. The … Continued

Mountain Top Yoga

Grab your friends and start your day off taking in mountain top views with a zen mindset. Mountain Top Yoga is here for the summer at Mid-Vail! Classes take place every Saturday and yoga mats are provided if needed. Classes are located on the lower level of the Mid-Vail Deck, accessed via Gondola One.  Tickets for … Continued

Vail Skating Ice Spectacular

Two opportunities to see this Ice Spectacular with 90-minutes of high energy ice entertainment for the whole family featuring ALL current 2024 US National Champions!  Seating is reserved on the ice and general admission in the bleachers.  These shows will sell out! Ilia Malinin (Quad god) 2024 World Champion/ 2-time US National Champion Madison Chock … Continued

Bert Kreischer | The Amp

Experience this comedic performance at The Amp, Gerald R. Ford Amphitheater , a spectacular, intimate outdoor venue in Vail. “A rare and incredible talent” (Interrobang) whose “success isn’t a surprise” (Variety), Bert Kreischer has become an award-winning entertainment juggernaut and a master of virtually every medium he tackles: standup comedy, TV, podcasts, a memoir and album, … Continued

Hot Summer Nights | Fruition

Hot Summer Nights is an annual free summer concert series hosted throughout the summer at the Gerald R. Ford Amphitheater. Gates open at 5:30, concert begins at 6:30. Fruition’s newest album, Broken at the Break of Day, may be hard to categorize, yet it feels complete because of their dedication to honesty as well as harmony. … Continued

Hot Summer Nights | Jimi’s Dead

Hot Summer Nights is an annual free summer concert series hosted throughout the summer at the Gerald R. Ford Amphitheater. Gates open at 5:30, concert begins at 6:30. Jimi’s Dead is the brain child of 3 time Grammy winning artist Eric Krasno and renowned bassist Ross James. Conceived as the ultimate tribute to the music … Continued

Hot Summer Nights | Hogslop String Band

Hot Summer Nights is an annual free summer concert series hosted throughout the summer at the Gerald R. Ford Amphitheater. Gates open at 5:30, concert begins at 6:30. Staying true to tradition while maintaining a bold irreverence is something that rarely goes hand-in-hand, but Hogslop String Band manages to walk that line. With their roots … Continued