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BC Couple in their 80s break records by reaching summit of Mt.Kilimanjaro
event held locally on Grouse Mountain). The Kafers' hiking expedition is now going to be verified by Guinness World Records(R) hopefully earning them a place in the history books as well as raising awareness to the fight against Alzheimer's disease and dementia. "Esther and Martin's achievement epitomizes the spirit of the Ascent for Alzheimer's event, which is that no matter how challenging the
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Let Summer Begin!
a few new ideas to add some really cool experiences to the demonstrations. Please make sure to stop by and check them out!On Wednesday, Grinder and Coola entered the first half of their large 5 acre summer habitat - the Upper Pond. They had a full day of high energy activities which included snow play, new snow cave construction and their very first full baths of the year when they hopped into
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Recipe: Summer Berries with Balinese Pepper and Wild Mountain Honey
Summer Berries with Balinese Pepper and Wild Mountain Honey Recipes from The Observatory Summer Berries with Balinese Pepper and Wild Mountain Honeymuscat wine granité, glace au lait, almond shortbreadServes 6-8 Summer Berries 1 1/2 cups (375 mL) organic red raspberries 1 1/2 cups (375 mL) organic golden raspberries 1 1/2 cups (375 mL) organic blueberries 1 1/2 cups (375 mL) organic strawberries
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Y2Play 2014/15 is 70% Sold
Y2Play is 70% Sold Time is running out to get BC’s best value snowpass. Grouse Mountain has received more than 500cm of snow this season and our amazing snowmaking team topped that up with an additional 100cm. This means that conditions for skiing and riding continue to be excellent assuring fabulous spring skiing and goggle tan days ahead.With Y2Play 70% sold, now is the time to purchase or
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Check Out the Artists For Conservation Festival
Check Out the Artists For Conservation Festival Returning to Grouse Mountain Sept. 27-Oct. 6 For the third year in a row, Grouse Mountain will play host to the renowned Artists For Conservation Festival – featuring an incredible schedule of art and environmental education activities! The world’s top conservation-themed art exhibit will donate 40% of proceeds to conservation efforts so you can
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Winter Season Extended to April 28, 2013
Season Extended to Apr. 28, 2013 The skies are blue bird, the sun is shining and the snow base at Grouse Mountain is fantastic. How good? According to our Mountain Manager "we are going to buried in snow for some time still." Grouse Mountain has officially extended the winter season with full operations until April 28. Further season extensions will be announced April 22. With more than four
https://www.grousemountain.com/news/winter-season-extended-to-april-28-2013
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Recipe: Poached Bosc Pear and Aged Cheddar Salad
Poached Pear and Aged Cheddar Salad Recipes from The Observatory Poached Bosc Pear and Aged Cheddar Salad winter greens, buttermilk cream, mapled candied pecans, pear and walnut vinaigrette Serves 6-8 Poached Pears 5 Bosc pears 1 1/2 cups (375 mL) apple cider vinegar 2 cups (500 mL) water 1 cup (250 mL) white sugar 1/2 cup (125 mL) finely grated fresh ginger 1 red chili pepper 1 cinnamon stick 6
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New Light Walk Now Open!
New Light Walk Now Open! Experience magic in the trees on our enchanting new Light Walk, now open starting at dusk. The entrance is marked by a glowing light tunnel, just off of the mountaintop skating pond. From there, walk amongst the fir and spruce around Blue Grouse Lake where stunning light installations bring radiance to the winter night. Stop in at a traditional First Nations Feasthouse
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June Beetles in July!
June Beetles in July! Over the last few days we've been seeing quite a few Ten-lined June Beetle's hanging around the mountain top. These cool looking, large scarab beetles (growing up to 1.25 inches in length) live in the Western United States and Canada.They have versatile antennae that can spread out to detect pheromones but retract when more discretion and camouflage is necessary. They may
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Baby Raptors!
Three Baby Birds of Prey Hanging out on Grouse Mountain with the Birds in Motion For the past couple weeks now Grouse Mountain has been home to three young birds of prey that have come over with the Birds in Motion Falconers. These are young birds that are in training to become participants in flying demonstrations. Being around people and activity is part of their training. They need to be