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ways to burn energy while learning! What kind of learning does a Sliding Zone propose? Here are a few questions that students could explore: Does a tall person slide faster than a shorter person? Would a teacher make it to the bottom first, or a Grade 1? Grade 6? Why does a magic carpet go faster han some other sliding devices? Which is faster – sitting up or lying down – and why?  How does

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, we made the decision to do a routine full pre-hibernation medical check up on each Grizzly. There was no specific reason for concern, just due to the length of time since their last check-up. The bears, on separate days, were sedated by our wildlife veterinarian and we did a full physical inspection (head, body, feet) as well as took blood for lab checks, weight and measurements.  We are happy to

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showcasing their products on the Grouse Grind this summer as well as sponsoring a number of Grind events this summer including: •Seek the Peak – June 12 •Multi-Grind Challenge – June 21 •Shoes.com Grouse Grind Mountain Run – September 24 About Suunto: Suunto was born in 1936 when Finnish orienteer and engineer Tuomas Vohlonen invented the mass production method for the liquid-filled compass. Since then

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consecutive Grinds on Saturday morning. Attempting to nearly replicate the duration and climb of Seek the Peak, we thought this would be a great way to celebrate Metro Vancouver’s announcement to officially open the gates. Surprisingly, Grind 2 was much easier than Grind 1. Funny how that works, right? With the body already warm and loose, we didn’t face the typical 5-10 minute adjustment your body makes

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Grouse Mountain to open tomorrow for skiing and riding! Get those skis and boards ready for the official kick off of the 2015/16 winter season (North Vancouver) It’s the news that local skiers and riders have been anxiously waiting for; Grouse Mountain will officially open tomorrow, November 20th at 2:00 pm for our 89th winter season. Following the recent snowfall on the North Shore combined

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, here’s a look at some of the steps we’re taking towards reducing our environmental footprint.As Earth Day approaches, conversations about sustainability and the environment come to the forefront. But, we believe there are opportunities for those conversations to take place every day. Being located so close to the City yet on the edge of the wilderness and welcoming over 1.3 million visitors a year

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entrance to the Grouse Grind and supporting both Level 1 charging at 120V and Level II charging at 240V, the station is accessible to electric car users with a ChargePass. Another popular sustainable choice for many people are car-share programs. We’re pleased to offer designated spots for the majority of the region’s major car-sharing options (Zipcar, EVO and Modo). For bike enthusiasts (fit enough to

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with colder temperatures that allowed us to fire up snowmaking, Paradise Bowl will be opening with access via the Greenway Chair as well as Heaven’s Sake with access via the Peak Chair. Skiing and riding will be available during regular operating hours from 9am to 10pm. “Thanks to the recent snowfall we’re thrilled to officially kick off our 90th winter season,” said Grouse Mountain Alpine Operations

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| Christine Mcdonald  9 Kevin Holland 10 | Pargol Lakhan  9 Graeme Adamson   9 | Sofia Moreno  10 Matt Sessions   8 | Lyubov Golovetska  8 Scott Young   8 | Samantha Jones  8 Doug Mackinnon   8 | Julia Derek  7 Paul Boileau   7 | Tania Percy  7 Sina Goshayeshi   7 | Leanna Lum  7 Zachary Eberwein   6

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, whom they then try to further impress with a short powerful flight.  After mating, the females leave the males territory to raise the chicks on their own.Grouse chicks are born with soft fluffy body feathers and shortly after hatching can follow their mother around.  They then forage on grasses, berries and budding leaves both on the ground and in shrubs and trees.  We've seen families of 8-10 up

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