A Spotlight on Phoenix Wellbaum: Passion, Perseverance, and Community Impact Phoenix Wellbaum (they/them) is a remarkable young leader...

This month, Mountain Youth is proud to highlight the dedication and impact of Chris Rieder, our Board President and a true difference...

Humble, hard-working and engaged sum up Mountain Youth’s October youth spotlight. Shelby Spiegel, a Junior at Eagle Valley High School,...

I recently got the opportunity to sit down with Taylor Hall, the Director for Vail Child Care Center. She shared with me that her journey...

Liam Liesegang is an 8th grader who’s been calling Eagle Valley home for just about a year now. His journey here wasn’t without its...

Belonging ~ Connection ~ Community Middle School is a challenging time for students, teachers, parents and administrators. Mrs. Erin...

Thoughtful, respectful, motivated, sincere, ambitious, outgoing, adventurous, and caring. These are just a few of the words that describe...

A Fierce Advocate, an Energizing Spirit, and A Guiding Light of Hope. I have personally had the privilege and joy of being mentored by...

Ricky is, above all, a devoted family man. As of this writing, he and his wife, along with their two sons, have just welcomed the arrival...

Ayelen is a bright, adventurous, and motivated sophomore at Eagle Valley High School who has dreams of traveling far beyond the Eagle...

It has been an absolute pleasure to meet and get to know the creative, busy, and talented Keanna Boutet. She is a remarkable young...

Hannah's journey into service in Eagle County began with a desire to ski. "I moved here to be a ski bum," she recalls, reflecting on her...

Making Healthy Differences Dana Whelan has been an Eagle County local for the past nine years, and sought out involvement with Eagle...

Alessandra Medrano, a senior at Eagle Valley High School, is a student to remember. She is an extremely courteous, thoughtful, and a kind...

From Thrills on Dirt Bikes to Purposeful Pedaling: Kyle Foster's Journey Kyle Foster's life has been a testament to resilience and...

Gabby embodies a relentless drive and enthusiasm for a multitude of pursuits. Currently a junior at BMHS, she immerses herself in various...

A small town Wisconsin girl moved to the Eagle River Valley 30 years ago and is making a big impact in our community. Many in our...

Exciting, energetic, and encouraging would be words that I would use to describe Anya Chavira! Anya Chavira is currently a Senior at...

Passionate, ambitious, and courageous are all words I would use to describe Coco Boock. She is currently a Junior at Battle Mountain High...

If you’ve ever shopped or donated items at the Youth Closet & Toy Chest in Eagle-Vail you’ve more than likely had the pleasure of...