Betty Ford Alpine Gardens

522 S. Frontage Rd. E. Vail, CO 81657 | (970) 476-0103 | connect@BettyFordAlpineGardens.org
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Programs and Events

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Deepen your connection with the natural world with one of the many programs the Gardens offers. From workshops and expert talks in our Science Elevated Series to cooking demonstrations with Chefs in the Gardens and social gatherings for our members – there’s something special to discover everyday at the Gardens.

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signature celebrations

Plant Sale Preview Party

June 11

Members get exclusive first access. Join today!

Garden Party Soirée

July 28

Celebration in the Gardens with donors (Advocate Level+)

Plant Sale & Fundraiser

June 12-14

Selection of curated perennial plants for a low water summer

Family Event Night

August 12 

Family Event: Join Nature’s Educators for an exciting live animal presentation

Passport to the Peaks Launch Party

Discover more with our exhibit Passport to the Peaks

Helen Fritch Volunteer Day

Sept 24@ 10:00A

Community volunteer day in the Gardens.

nurtured in Nature programs

Journaling in Nature

Yoga in the Gardens

Garden with pink flowers and a waterfall

Mindfulness In The Mountains

education & connection

Bench Day

Spring Community Volunteer Day

Family Fridays

FREE family friendly activity every Friday

Gravity Haus Slope Room: Chefs in the Gardens

July 31

Cooking Demonstration & Tasting with Chef Taylor Frankel

The Vail Habitat

August 27 @ 5:30P

Join the Discussion with Devin Duval on challenges facing Eagle County’s wildlife

La Nonna: Chefs in the Gardens

July 10

Cooking Demonstration & Tasting with Chef Simone Reatti (SOLD OUT)

Nick Courtens Series

June 19

Introduction to the Eagle County EcoFlora Project and iNaturalist on Zoom

Garden Tours

Close-up look at the Gardens with a Docent Guide

Chefs in the Gardens

Cooking demos with Vail Valley’s top chefs.

Foods of Vail: Chefs in the Gardens

Aug 7

Cooking Demonstration & Tasting with Chef Tracy Van Curan

Garden with pink flowers and a waterfall

Mindfulness In The Mountains

Aug 28 @ 6:00P

Guided nature therapy with Jacklyn Thompson

La Tour: Chefs in the Gardens

July 17

Cooking Demonstration & Tasting with Chef Paul Ferzacca

Avanti Vail F&B: Chefs in the Gardens

July 24

Cooking Demonstration & Tasting with Chef Nicholas Kayser

Nutured in Nature: Tai Chi

July 7-11

Join us for Tai Chi on the rooftop of the Education Center

Garden with pink flowers and a waterfall

Ten @ 10

Guided walk highlighting the top 10 blooms of the week.

Volunteer tending plants - Betty Ford Alpine Gardens

Garden Volunteering

Mon & Thu | 9:00AM

Pollinators of the American West

Aug 7

Authors – Amy Yarger, Sonya Anderson and Shiran Hershcovich

Growing Gourmet Mushrooms

August 26 @ 10:30A

Peak Farms presents cultivating wellness through nature.

Nick Courtens Series

July 20

Exploration of the Eagle County EcoFlora Project and walk at Maloit Park

Alpine Explorers!

July 30: 1887 Grays Peak Trip

Amy Schneider shares the exciting story of Alice Eastwood and Alfred Russel Wallace

winter events

Snowshoe in the Gardens

Snowshoe through the scenic trails of the Gardens with a naturalist guide or on your own

floating frame craft

Create a stunning flower floating frame

conifers & coasters

 Create a custom coaster

Betty Ford Alpine Gardens 2023 Summer Intern Carolyn

School Visits

Interested in bringing your classroom or campers to the Gardens?

A naturalist from Betty Ford Alpine Gardens guides students through botanic and special exhibit themed activities. Hands on learning for all ages!

School visits typically last 2 hours and custom packages are available. Stay longer and have lunch on the field or play on the playground. For inquires, contact gabe@bettyfordalpinegardens.org.

Beaver in the water

Curious about past exhibits?

Explore More of the topics by clicking the button below.

Beavers, Water Issues, Sustainable Landscaping, Pollinators, Alpine Explorers and more!

Past Exhibits

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