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even more frequently!).  Both of these species go through a dramatic shift in coat colour once the snow arrives.Both turn their brown fur into a fairly stark white colour to blend in with the background of fresh snow.  The decrease in temperature and short days triggers this change of coat.  The snowshoe hairs nibble on left-over foliage from the summertime and the ermines hunt small mammals and

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Grouse Grind record smashed by local athlete 19th Annual BMO Grouse Grind Mountain Run draws over 500 racers attempting to best their times North Vancouver, September 20, 2009 – A new course record has been set by Sebastian Salas on Canada’s most famous trail, the Grouse Grind, in a staggering time of 25:24. Salas, a twenty-two year-old West Vancouver resident, beat his nearest competitor and

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Grouse Grind Champion Keeps Title for Another Year Sebastian Salas retains his title and Stephanie Hamilton earns her first at the annual BMO Grouse Grind Mountain Run In the most anticipated BMO Grouse Grind Mountain Run to date, Sebastian Salas was able to hold onto his title as champion. Despite tough competition from USA Mountain Runner of the year (three years running) Joseph Gray, local

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North America's Top Snowshoe Event Comes to Grouse Mountain World Snowshoe Invitational attracts over 200 athletes from nine nations February 26, 2010, Grouse Mountain, North Vancouver, B.C. – The Yeti and Grouse Mountain are proud to host the World Snowshoe Invitational on Saturday February 27, 2010. This promises to be the most competitive snowshoe ever in North America. With Olympic athletes

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24 Hours of Snow Sports From snowboarding to midnight snow shoe tours, don’t miss this uniquely Canadian experience as we celebrate the countdown to 2010! February 7th, 2008, North Vancouver -Have you ever wondered what it would be like to carve down a ski run as the sunrise frames the city in front of you? On Saturday February 9th, die hard winter enthusiasts, and winter wonderland seekers can

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$50,000 for three athletes sponsored by the resort who are competing for a podium place finish this winter in their respective sports. Canada’s most famous trail, the Grouse Grind, attracts over a hundred thousand outdoors enthusiasts each summer to climb “Mother Nature’s Stairmaster”. The annual race draws several hundred professional and amateur competitors from across the country each year, to beat

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The snow season lasts longest here The snow season lasts longest at Grouse Mountain.Also, season passholders invited to bring a guest to ski or ride free this Friday. April 1, 2009, Grouse Mountain, North Vancouver, B.C. – The spectacular winter season underway at Grouse Mountain until April 26th, has been a boon for snow enthusiasts, and with nearly 500 cm of snow atop our downhill terrain, this

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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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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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Inside a Wolf Den Our pack of three male timber wolves have been doing quite well at the base of the mountain.  Their 2.5 acre habitat provides them with forested areas, a stream, a pond and some open grassy areas with hilltops for vantage points.  When the fall weather brings the heavy rains it can get quite damp outside and so we have provided them with a man-made shelter on the east side of

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