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Omega The Wolf A Life That Inspired Respect and Awe for Wolves  We are very saddened to report that our oldest wolf Omega passed away early this morning. He was discovered deceased at first light within the Grouse Mountain wolf habitat where he and his pack mates found sanctuary. At 15 & 1/2 years old, Omega lived to be one of the oldest wolves in the world. Omega was born in captivity in

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decision. Here I was, wanting to do 16km race with 4100ft of elevation gain, when I had just finished a 5km, where my biggest takeaway was "I hate hills". I did my first Grouse Grind a couple of weeks later. It took me 1:57 and at the top, my friend asked, "Still want to do Seek The Peak?". My answer was, "I don't know...", but I did know! I was back the next day, and through the summer I did the Grind

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Seek the Peak: Genevieve's story Learn why this Vancouverite is tackling the 16-km course 1. Why are you getting involved in Seek the Peak? Seek the Peak is a great challenge to test your strength; it's a fundraiser for a great cause, so it makes it quite easy to want to participate. Moreover, Seek the Peak features one of the hardest challenges in Vancouver in the Grouse Grind. I feel that if

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How do you showcase Vancouver in April? Host a Fondue Dinner in the City Timber Room! On the 17th April 2012, the Insurance Institute of BC decided to host their Annual Western Regional Meeting dinner in the City Timber Room.Grouse Mountain was chosen as the venue as they wanted a place different than a regular restaurant dinner. "We were looking for something unique to Vancouver, and something

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persons of all ages, with participants primarily motivated by the symbolic overcoming of a significant obstacle, reflecting the ongoing fight against breast cancer. The challenging 16-kilometre course starts at Ambleside Park in West Vancouver, winds its way through North Vancouver, then heads up the legendary Grouse Grind to the Peak of Vancouver. "I decided to participate in Seek the Peak because I

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resort. With guest number exceeding over 9,000 on December 30th alone, it is safe to say that old St. Nick over-delivered.Skiers, snowboarders, snowshoers and those just looking to take in some alpine air came together throughout December to help Grouse Mountain realize a new all time record for the month, up some 12% over the previous record, set in 2007.“Well, we knew we had the snow for an epic

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Magnussen Foundation’s Skater Development Program by hosting a series of complimentary skate lessons as well as an Ice Show held on December 15 featuring the top B.C., National and International skaters. Proceeds from skate rentals are also donated to the Karen Magnussen Foundation and have helped to raise thousands of dollars over the past number of years in an effort to put more of BC’s youth on the

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Hibernation Continues as the Days Grow Longer Meanwhile the Bears are stirring more often... Well, after a lot of February snow, the longer days of March are upon us.  This also means that our 13th grizzly bear hibernation season on Grouse Mountain is drawing to a close.  I've been spending a lot more time watching the hibernation den camera (screen shot below) and observing Grinder and Coola

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Profess Your Love from the Mountain Make your reservation at Grouse Mountain's Observatory Restaurant for an evening of decadent dining. February 1, 2008, North Vancouver: Make your reservation at Grouse Mountain's Observatory Restaurant for an evening of decadent dining. Our 5 course, love-inspired menu created by Executive Chef Dino L. Gazzola will quicken your Valentine's pulse. With the upper

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. Snowshoeing is a great cardiovascular training activity and the fastest growing winter sport. Grouse Mountain has a range of snowshoe programs available including our very popular Drop-In Nights, scheduled to begin December 10. Drop-In Nights are available with an Alpine Experience ticket or free with your Grouse Mountain Annual Membership. Read More

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