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Join us at the Vancouver Winter Extreme Snow Show 2014 The Winter Extreme snow show returns to the PNE Forum this weekend and Grouse Mountain will be there! Featuring steep discounts on new and gently-used ski/snowboard gear and outerwear, the snow show is the perfect place to outfit yourself for the 2014/15 snow season. While you’re there, stop by booth #8 where we’ll have a limited number of

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, the event was held on the longest day of the year. What followed was a steady and dedicated uphill battle which saw a number of unprecedented results in the only event of its kind on the Grouse Grind®.Leading the way was 70-year-old Idar Karlsen who came within two ascents of his record-setting 15 Grinds in one day that he set during last year’s inaugural event. A familiar face on the trail

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some unprecedented athletic performances with 2012 winner Shaun Stephens-Whale back again to better his time. He did so effortlessly with a speedy time of 26:09. Shaun was followed closely by Daniel Ribi at 28:40 and Dave Cressman at 29:13. In the women's category, Frances Crowley took top spot for the second year in a row with a swift time of 38:12. The Snowshoe Grind Mountain Run is the only

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down a steep and open mountainside. This image bears little resemblance to a typical hiking trail on the North Shore and there lies the problem.To get a snow avalanche, we need three things: a moderately steep slope, the right snow conditions and a trigger. 1) Most frequently, avalanches happen on slopes between 30 and 45 degrees or the equivalent of a blue or black diamond ski run. The beautiful

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, Seek the Peak challenges participants to take on the strenuous course alone or as part of a relay team. With every step, valuable funds are raised for the BC Cancer Foundation’s lifesaving work in the fight against breast cancer. With a record-setting time of 1:22:21, this year’s Seek the Peak title goes to Benoit Gignac with the lead female, Rebecca Sheffield not far behind at 1:36:01. Beating

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day. It is a challenge, but having your water bottle ready is step #1. Warm-up Exercises:1. Leg swings (forward and back):  2 sets of 30, each leg. Start low and work your way to higher kicks as you approach rep 30 Keep your stomach muscles engaged and do not let your lower back arch (extend)The movement should feel like it is coming from your hips not your back 2. Reverse lunge with knee drive: 3

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Are You Ready to Step Up for BC's Sick Kids? If you’re a regular Grouse Grinder, you’re already committed to your own heart health. How about stepping up your commitment and raising funds for the new Cardiology unit at BC Children’s Hospital? Now in its fourth year, the Grind For Kids campaign has raised over $450,000 for BC’s sick kids. Grinders sign up and ask friends, family and co-workers to

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age from 15 to 72 and included those just out for a leisurely stroll to elite runners. Everyone was in great spirits and the atmosphere was incredibly fun and friendly with huge cheers for every racer crossing the finish line. The 2013 Snowshoe Grind Mountain Run saw some unprecedented athletic performances with 2012 winner Shaun Stephens-Whale back again to better his time. He did so effortlessly

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Grouse Mountain to reopen Paradise Bowl on Tuesday afternoon! Cool temperatures allow for continued snowmaking throughout the week (North Vancouver) With the return of sunny, cool conditions to the Peak of Vancouver, Grouse Mountain is pleased to announce that they will reopen the Paradise Bowl area this Tuesday, March 3rd at 3:00 pm.Following several days of steady snowmaking and sub-zero

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Grouse Mountain to open additional terrain Tuesday morning The Cut to open tomorrow for 2014/15 winter season (North Vancouver) With sunny bluebird conditions at the Peak of Vancouver, Grouse Mountain is pleased to announce that they will open The Cut run this Tuesday, December 2nd.Following several days of steady snowmaking and snowfall, Grouse Mountain will open The Cut, a popular run and

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