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they are caught in by being in the wrong place at the wrong time.Because of the nature of the terrain on the North Shore, we rarely see very large and dramatic avalanches but we do see a lot of much smaller avalanches that run through very unforgiving terrain. Avalanches run over cliffs, through thick trees, and into open water, gullies or creeks. In the avalanche jargon, we call these “terrain

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. Be sure to come and appreciate the men in plaid for both their amazing athletic abilities and their terrific sense of humor. Ever dreamed of trying your hand at axe throwing or pole climbing?Join us to test your skills. Beards and suspenders optional.

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breath. Your natural reaction to running up hill is to drop and bend forward thus leaving your lungs gasping for more air. Count on your legs to handle the incline and keep your body upright... and as Jodi Eckland wrote this week: Just Breathe! Take mental note of what is three to four feet ahead of you and your body will react accordingly.Gear up...While cool tank tops and flashy shoes catch some

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trek with friends - you decide your speed on race day. Registration is now open so reserve your place at the start line today and don’t forget we also offer a wide variety of snow shoe clinics and drop-in nights with experienced guides who can get you prepped and primed for race-day in no time!Register Now

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is what our very own Avalanche Forecaster, AJ Maheu had to say about the current state of snowpack and avalanche danger in British Columbia:The Problem with Shallow SnowpackThis winter has certainly brought unusually dry weather to the Southern half of British Columbia. The snowpack is thinner than usual almost everywhere. While one may think that low snow depth would lead to reduced avalanche

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some Irish folk the day after they landed in Vancouver on a one year work visa. It was the middle of December, clear, dry and fabulous. It was their first time in Canada and the drive up and whole experience was a Winter Wonderland for them. Took an American guy up in the winter who had never seen snow let alone been ice skating. Strapped some skates on him and sent him on his way! Rubbing elbows

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a few hills? This 16 km race from Ambleside Park to the Peak of Grouse Mountain can be done individually or as part of a team. All funds raised benefit the BC Cancer Foundation, with a focus on breast cancer programs.Whistler Water One ClimbDid you know that as little as $25 can supply clean drinking water to a person in a Free the Children community, for life?! When you commit to climb, and raise

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Bears Waking Up Spending more time out of sleeping den... Grinder and Coola, our two sleepy grizzly bears, have begun to move around more and more often.  Last week marked a drastic increase in temperatures and this, combined with lengthening amounts of daylight, have combined to give the bears reason to stir out of their long winter slumber.This week we will commence feeding - which for the

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We Are Fired Up Our Snow Guns Are In Action Temperatures are set to drop this weekend which means that snow is on the horizon. To help Mother Nature on her way to Opening Day we officially fired up our snow guns for the first time this season yesterday. Our snow making team has almost 40 years of experience under their belts so our slopes are in good hands! While we countdown to Opening Day make

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be revealed. The Peak of Christmas takes place this year from November 24 to December 24 so make sure to mark your calendars. In 2012 Grouse Mountain celebrates reindeer. Enjoy fantastic new additions to The Peak of Christmas including reindeer-themed movies, a fun dramatic sketch at the reindeer habitat, reindeer crafts and more!

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