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Earth Day: The Eye of the Wind
the 37.5 metre blades of a fully commissioned wind turbine, some 57 metres above the peak of a mountain. All year round, Grouse Mountain provides uniquely British Columbian experiences that marry authentic West Coast adventure with operating principles that are rooted in environmental, social, and economic sustainability. Today, on this global tribute to our planet, Grouse Mountain encourages all
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Owl and Bear Talks
Interpretive Sessions four times a day at 11am, 1pm, 3pm and 5pm in the Owl Talk Pavilion (formerly the Lumberjack Bowl).Come learn about three of our feathered Wildlife Ambassadors and learn some cool owl facts to impress your friends with!Trust us - it's a hoot! Ambassadors you can expect to meet Three of our owl wildlife ambassadors will be on hand for each talk.Odin is our one year old male Barred Owl
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The Observatory Wins Silver
honoured to stand alongside other high profile restaurants. “We are very excited to win the Silver Award” says Sommelier and Food and Beverage Manager, Brent Fraser. “The competition criteria is quite comprehensive, and we’ve worked very hard developing our wine and food program. Our list now encompasses over 500 selections, and while broad in scope is particularly strong in B.C., France and the U.S
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Multi Grouse Grind Challenge 2018
event! This also tied the overall record for most number of Grouse Grinds in one day set at last year’s event. This year's top male finisher was Andrew Hanlon who completed 15 Grouse Grinds during the event.After finally wrapping a long day on Mother Nature’s Stairmaster, a total of 63 participants had hiked a collective total of 507 Grouse Grinds in a one-day period. Fantastic job everyone!!Multi
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Gingerbread Village Challenge 2018
. Plus, you have a chance to win great prizes! Prizes: A combination of public votes and celebrity judges will determine the top three winners in the professional, amateur, and 18 and under categories, and they will be awarded the following prizes: 1st Place Professional Category - $1,000 Grouse Mountain Gift Card or $750 cash 2nd Place Professional Category - $500 Grouse Mountain Gift Card or $375
https://www.grousemountain.com/news/gingerbread-village-challenge-2018
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20th Bearthday
September of 2001 since there was no Grizzly Bear rehabilitation and release program going on in BC at the time and often young cubs were being humanly euthanized since without their mothers they have no chance for survival in the wild. Grouse Mountain offered them a 5.5 acre natural habitat and a second chance at life. On the flip side, Grinder and Coola offered us a chance to study young Grizzly Bear
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Another Successful Year at the Wildlife Refuge
Another Successful Year at the Wildlife Refuge As 2011 draws to a close, I can reflect on what a successful year it has been at the Grouse Mountain Refuge for Endangered Wildlife. After a long 2011/2010 hibernation (the longest on record at 5 months!), Grinder and Coola were happy to get out into their habitats in early May this year. Last winter's unprecedented snowfall left a huge amount for
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9th Annual Snowshoe Grind™ Mountain Run Celebrates Personal Achievement on the Trail
and empower young leaders to revolutionize mental health.” The 2019 Snowshoe Grind Mountain Run also celebrated some exceptional personal achievements. Shaun Stephens-Whale took top honours for the second consecutive year with a time of 27:06. Following in second place was Samuel Perrin at 31:14 and Ian Robertson rounded out third place with a time of 31:51. In the women's category, Keri McKenzie
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The Eye of the Wind Grid Interface
height of 57 metres off the ground. We’re now entering into the inspection phase when the various authorities involved in this project must visit and give their nod of approval. Take a look at the photos of the inside of the shaft showing the wind turbine cabling that runs inside the tower and the elevator rails. There’s also a photo showing how the elevator cabin looks from the bottom of the tower.
https://www.grousemountain.com/news/the-eye-of-the-wind-grid-interface
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48 Hours of Winter
48 Hours of Winter 48 Hours of Winter kicks off one-year countdown. Experience around-the-clock alpine activities at Grouse Mountain. February 5, 2009, Grouse Mountain, North Vancouver, B.C. – One of the most inspiring and anticipated dates in British Columbian history is now only one year away, and that is cause for extensive celebration at Grouse Mountain. As a kick-off to the one year
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