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B.C. couple in their 80s break records by reaching the summit of Mt. Kilimanjaro  October 3, 2012.Vancouver, B.C. - Local hiking enthusiasts Esther and Martin Kafer have successfully reached the summit of Mt. Kilimanjaro, making them the oldest couple - 84 and 85 years old - known to have achieved this feat! The couple embarked on the trek up 19,354 ft. on Africa's tallest mountain as part of

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also out of shape, so these periods of activities were followed by some serious bear napping!The term 'hibernation' is a bit of a misnomer when talking about bears. Grizzly Bears are not true hibernators and instead enter a period of deep sleep more correctly called Winter Dormancy. During this period they do not defecate, urinate, eat or drink, however their body temperature and heart rate does not

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guests, as well as enhance the learning experience through alleviated wait times, ease of use, and state of the art safety technology. The quad chair, complete with North America's first ever child restraints, will provide easy access for children and beginners to take in more runs per session with significantly reduced wait times for passage to the top of the bowl. The Greenway chair will also provide

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focus their own snowmaking efforts on runs to be used for official purposes next month, leaving skiers and riders out of luck longer than anticipated.Grouse Mountain’s renewed downhill operation comes on the tail end of three consecutive years of banner winters, both for earliness of opening as well as for cumulative snow depth. This season started remarkably early as well, but was beset by a fleeting

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NIGHT JAMSThis Friday, January 4th, the Oakley Night Jams, hosted by Coastal Riders, takes place in the Quiksilver Park. This series runs on various Fridays throughout the season and is open to skiers, snowboarders, guys and girls of all ages. With a heavy cartel of prizes to be had, this event is not to be missed. There is no entry fee and skiers and riders simply show up at the Quiksilver Park on

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Mother's Day Brunch April 14, 2008, North Vancouver BC Sweep Mom off her feet and up the Grouse Mountain skyride to enjoy a specially prepared Mother’s Day Brunch. With the city beneath you, Chef Dino L. Gazzola has prepared a delectable spread fit for a queen. General Admission is included in brunch prices which enable visitors to enjoy the many mountaintop activities. This includes the Theatre

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snowshoers. Until more terrain becomes available lift tickets will be discounted to General Admission pricing. For the latest in snow and weather conditions, please check the Grouse Mountain website: http://www.grousemountain.com/current_conditions or by calling the resort’s snowphone at 604-986-6262. Grouse Mountain has 212 acres of skiable terrain and visitors have been flocking to our slopes since our

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been won by the identical nations playing in the real Games. With only five days of the historic Games remaining before one nation claims the coveted gold, the kids hockey tournament at the Peak of Vancouver may hold the answer to which nation will win the ultimate prize in international men’s hockey. Playoffs continue tomorrow, with each successive game bringing the entire world closer to the

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, the annual snowpass sale that has become the most popular season pass product in North America. Y2Play is on sale now and entitles members to ski or ride for the remainder of this season and all of the 2010/11 winter season for up to 80% off the regular rate. An adult Y2Play pass is only $355! This snowpass product has introduced and brought more people back to winter sport than any other campaign

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Escape the sweltering heat! Vancouver’s most-inviting patio kicks off another summer of social night festivities. North Vancouver, June 5, 2009 – Soaring temperatures this week may leave you searching for shade and wondering where to find cooler climes. Come up to the only cool spot in Vancouver at Grouse Mountain to relax and enjoy the rays without running for cover. Several degrees less heat

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