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Learning to Ski and Meeting the Chef at the Observatory!
requests.What better way to end a perfect day of skiing, than with a glass of champagne and the beautiful views from the peak of Vancouver! As I said my goodbyes and thank you to Chef Dino, I noticed at the entrance of the Observatory hanging on the wall, a framed photo of Gertie Beaton, ski champion in 1938.Such an inspiration and perfect ending to a magical day!
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In The News: It's a Hoot A Grouse Mountain
barn owl, Tyto, who just overcame a battle with a near fatal fungal lung infection. “It looked so serious that we didn’t have much hope that he would survive actually,” said Grouse Mountain veterinarian Dr. Ken Macquisten.Tyto wasn’t eating, lost a lot of weight and had great difficulty breathing.“Even though we got the diagnosis we weren’t 100 per cent sure that he would respond still to the
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Sunshine lives atop Grouse Mountain
Sunshine lives atop Grouse Mountain Grouse Mountain, North Vancouver, BC. Sunday, December 27, 2009 – With afternoon temperatures peaking at around 12 degrees Celcius, Grouse Mountain’s alpine offers ideal escape conditions for those lamenting the dreary grayness of Vancouver’s urban landscape.Ski, snowboard, ice skate, or snowshoe in stunning sunshine high above the clouds. With a total snow
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Nine-year-old is the first-ever Young Ambassador for Grind For Kids
the Grind. And it’s also cool to help kids who don’t have strong hearts.”Now in its fourth year, the Grind For Kids campaign has raised more than $450,000 for BC’s sick kids. Grinders sign up and ask friends, family and co-workers to pledge $1 or more for every Grouse Grind they do between now and October. With the $20 registration fee participants get an official Grind Timer that tracks progress
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Winter Workouts Are Back!
Winter Workouts Are Back! The Snowshoe Grind launches for the 2011/12 season We know you all love the Grouse Grind but you don't have to stop your fitness regime now that winter is here. Grouse Mountain is pleased to announce that our great outdoor workout challenge for the winter season, the Snowshoe Grind, is officially back in action. Hike solo or bring friend and family to tackle the 5.1
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Avian Predators
crisis in the late 1960's, as did many birds of prey, when the pesticide caused massive problems with the success of laying and rearing young. They have since recovered and are doing fairly well as a species.Keep an eye out next time you are in the woods and if you see a blurr of feathers go darting by in pursuit of another bird, you've mostly likely seen a Sharp-shinned Hawk.
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Less than 30 spots remain in the Artists for Conservation Education Program
Vancouver, BC (last year’s event was in New York). This year’s Festival has a unique education program that provides students in grades 3-12 the opportunity to interact with world renowned artists one-to-one. Given that Artists for Conservation is a limited time engagement, registration for this very unique opportunity is limited.Don’t miss out on the opportunity to insight and motivate your students with
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Grouse Mountain Introduces Brand New iPhone App
Grouse Mountain Introduces Brand New iPhone App With A Few Clicks Users Can Explore All That Vancouver's Premier Attraction Has To Offer Thursday February 14, 2013. North Vancouver, B.C. - The Peak of Vancouver is excited to unveil their new iPhone app that will allow users to have one touch access to everything Grouse Mountain. With the assistance of developer Finger Food Studios, this free
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Bring Some Fresh Air To Your Office!
”, says Marc Lacheppelle, Station Manger for KLM and Air France who recently took part in one of Grouse Mountain’s Corporate Adventure Training programs. Please contact sales@grousemountain.com to book your Corporate Adventure Training program today. Our typical one-day program is $180/person plus applicable taxes.
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New Year. New Goals
months to get into optimal condition. The 16km race begins at Ambleside Park and climbs its way all the way up to The Peak at the top of Dam Mountain. Run it in a relay or test yourself by going solo. Either way, your participation and pledge collection will benefit ReThink Breast Cancer.