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by the experts at Kintec, the sessions are organized by level, so they work for seasoned trail runners and first-time joggers alike. The 10-week training session is open to all Seek the Peak registrants with a $50 donation to the BC Cancer Foundation. Visit seekthepeak.ca to sign-up today and experience the camaraderie of training with a group and an expertly designed plan to ensure race day

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ProD Day at Grouse Mountain BC educators are invited to join us Oct. 19, 2012 Once again, educators of British Columbia are invited to join us on the provincial Professional Development Day (Friday, Oct. 19) for a day of hands-on learning, workshops and fun.Reserve your spot today by calling 604.980.9311.Read More

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The Importance of Avalanche Skills Training Learn more during Grouse Mountain's renowned program Working as an avalanche forecaster on the North Shore, I see this often: hikers following the path of a summer trail during the winter months and exposing themselves to avalanche hazards without even realizing it. When most people think of avalanches, they picture an enormous powder cloud rushing

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Prepare for a race by... Relaxing? Well, not exactly, but alternating days of rest are some of the most important steps leading up to a race... Seek the Peak is just over a month away. I'd assume that most of you who are already registered for the race have begun some hill climbs, interval training or heck, maybe tightening your glutes on the Stairmaster for the Grouse Grind portion of the course

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that went through the centre, how could I not enjoy what I was about to do?I soon realized what I was in for when I started to zone out and my gazed met the sky. I nearly tumbled head over heels on the uneven surface below me, this was definitely not going to be like my cruise controlled Sunday jog along the seawall. Not only will my mind have to stay sharp and focused on the ground in front of me in

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Plexiglas nose bubble of a jet helicopter – except this bubble is approximately 30 times larger. The views from The Eye of the Wind are of the jaw-dropping variety. All of Vancouver and its busy harbor, the Coastal Mountains (including the twin peaks known as The Lions) and a vast, green wilderness spread out before you. On a clear day you can see southeast to snow-capped Mount Baker and Mount Rainier and

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Make the Holidays Memorable Treat your family to Breakfast with Santa With the holiday season just around the corner make sure this Christmas is extra special for your family when you book in for Breakfast with Santa here at Grouse Mountain. Children of all ages can sit down for festive meal and enjoy an extensive hot and cold breakfast with the jolly man himself. Give your children a truly

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sure you get those skis and boards waxed and book yourself in for a warm up lesson. To find out more about all the great lessons and camps on offer this season click here. Don’t forget you can receive 20% off if you book before November 30.

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the fun. Their favourite part of the event was snowboarding at sunrise. In front of the chalet there was a group of experienced snow sculptors creating a fantastic display for the upcoming Family Day and Valentine's celebrations. It takes a team of eight men, two days to create the snow marvels. The team has been carving snow and ice, since 1991 and has traveled the globe sharing their love of snow

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Seek the Peak Relay 2011 The 8th Annual Seek The Peak Relay raising funds for Rethink Breast Cancer is taking place on Saturday, July 16th.  The challenging 16-kilometer course starts on the beach at Ambleside Park in West Vancouver, winds its way through North Vancouver, then heads up the legendary Grouse Grind® to the Peak of Vancouver.  Seek the Peak is not strictly a race for elite athletes

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