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International Day Camps
to our wind turbine, The Eye of the Wind.Highlights•Eye of the Wind (wind turbine) •Birds in Motion Demonstration •Photo with an Owl Tuesday - MOUNTAIN EXPLORATION An active day of rock climbing with outstanding views of the city below. Take a hike to hidden viewpoints then cool down in water blasted from a snow machine. We finish off the day in style with the creation of a team flag for use in the
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A Special Valentine's Day Dessert in The Observatory
A special Valentine's Day Dessert Grouse Mountain's Executive Chef Jack Chen showcases a decadent chocolate creation this Valentine's Day. Dessert—may we say a fan favourite? Sometimes even labeled as the very best course, in our perspective at least. These sweet or savoury treats come in many forms from lighter soufflés and mousses, to crepes, flans, custards and tarts, plain ice cream to
https://www.grousemountain.com/posts/a-special-valentine-s-day-dessert-in-the-observatory
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What's on the Menu at Peak Fest
all. To give you a taste of what’s on the menu for Peak Fest, we checked in with Chef Jack Chen and Granville Island Brewing’s Beer Educator, Mike Sharpham. Grilled halloumi sandwich First up is the Grilled Halloumi Sandwich. The halloumi has been marinated with some orange and chili and is served on a pita with tzatziki and pickled red onion. To pair well with the bright flavours in the sandwich
https://www.grousemountain.com/posts/what-s-on-the-menu-at-peak-fest
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Patio Grill Nights Launch at Altitudes Bistro
act as the centerpiece to this series, creating a multi-sensory experience. Beginning Thursday, August 13th, we will feature a nightly grill special in Altitudes Bistro from 4pm to 8pm daily. This rotating menu will showcase flavourful creations from the wood-fired grill on Altitudes Patio. It's the perfect pairing to an evening on the patio taking in the spectacular views. Features will change
https://www.grousemountain.com/news/patio-grill-nights-launch-at-altitudes-bistro
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First Snow of the Season!
First Snow of the Season! What a way to start a Monday! This morning, we were greeted with the first snow of the season on the mountaintop. For today and Tuesday, temperatures are forecast to remain low, and we expect to see even more flakes fall. “Our winter preparations are underway, and we were stoked to see the blanket of white on the mountain this morning”, said Director Mountain
https://www.grousemountain.com/news/first-dusting-of-the-season
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Barn Swallows Have Arrived From Migration
nesting and raising their young, the birds will gather in large migratory groups in the late summer and early fall. They will then migrate in large flocks for safety and return to the south before the first snowfall. Did you know? Barn Swallows love to nest on man-made structures that provide a flat surface to attach their nest to. Before humans, they would often use cliff faces or other rock features
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House of Grouse
live for the snow; carving tracks down freshly laid corduroy or seeking out freshies in the glades. We love to cruise, rip, jump, shred, jib – you name it. It’s not just a mountain, it’s a state of mind. From sun up to late night laps, we live our best life on the slopes and keep living that feeling through the warm days of summer until the flakes begin to fall once more. Our happy place is fresh
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Seek the Peak Training: Pacers' Advice
energy to run faster downhill or flat. If you can see the top of the hill, imagine a trail that rolls with short sections going on an incline at varying grades, it might pay to run the hill and then recover on the next flat section. It helps to know the trail to make the best decision to know when to push and when to preserve energy. As your fitness improves you will be able to run more of the hills
https://www.grousemountain.com/posts/seek-the-peak-training-pacers-advice
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Must-Haves for Winter
Must-Haves for Winter Check out the hottest gear for the upcoming season The flakes have started falling and that means winter is well on its way. It also means... new gear! We checked in with our retail team for a look at some of this season’s hottest trends as well as their top picks when it comes to gearing up for winter. TrendsFor this coming season we see a resurgence of jewel tones for the
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Grouse Woods Now Open
Grouse Woods Now Open! Canada's First Natural Feature Terrain Park We're excited to announce the opening of Grouse Woods™ - our newest terrain park and the first of it's kind in Canada.Using recycled wood and snow, our Parks crew has created a fun new terrain park experience that we can’t wait to hit up. Current features available include a Wood Wall Ride, Pole Jam Log, Down Wood Log and a Flat