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incentive!Race morning it was all blue sky, familiar faces and much laughter. As we left the start line I tried to remember tips from training - to hold back and save myself for the Grind. I ran legs 1 & 2 and walked Nancy Greene Way. I was listening! I'd gotten my time down to 1:13 during all the training on the Grind, so as I approached it I was sure I was ready. Oooor not.By the 3/4 mark "I can't

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unique activities right in your own backyard. Here are our top five picks to get you airborne this summer. Skyride Surf Adventure Feel the wind on your face as you soar above the treetops and ascend 1,610m from the base of Grouse Mountain to the Peak Chalet – on the rooftop of the Super Skyride! Take in the breathtaking 360 degree views from the open-air platform as you journey to the mountaintop. Your

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gingerbread creations that will be on display in the Grouse Mountain chalet from November 24-January 7. All levels and abilities are welcome to submit and entry and participate in the challenge! Why Participate? You will be supporting BC Children's Hospital which is the Province’s only full-service, pediatric acute care hospital and serves the one million children living in BC and the Yukon. Last year, more

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their upcoming winter dormancy period. Grinder weighed in at around 780 lbs just the other day - on his 'weigh' to 900 lbs for hibernation! Coola still won't step on the scale for us but he's typically 20% heavier than Grinder so we anticipate him to be breaking 900lbs now and 1000 before winter! Last week as a treat we fed them some pumpkin! As you can tell from the photos the pumpkins didn't last

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New Skyride Surf Adventure! Launches Friday July 15th We’re thrilled to announce the launch of our newest activity as part of our Summer of Flight. The Skyride Surf Adventure™ allows you to feel the wind on your face as you soar above the treetops and ascend 1,610m from the Valley Station to the Peak Chalet – on the rooftop of the Grouse Mountain Super Skyride! As part of the Skyride Surf

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slopes at Grouse Mountain. Even preceding the formation of the Tyee Ski Club in 1929 (one of the oldest ski clubs in Canada) reports indicate that local skiers have been enjoying the Mountain since the winter of 1926. From that time forward locals and visitors alike have come to enjoy a wide variety of winter activities here on Grouse Mountain as it has evolved over the years. From the original cabins

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Motion Demonstration. “We’re excited to embrace the sunshine as we bring back summer favourites to Grouse Mountain,” said Julia Grant, Grouse Mountain Communications Manager. “From educational experiences to thrilling outdoor adventures; summer season at the Peak of Vancouver offers an incredible variety of activities plus dining, shopping…and so much more.” Returning this summer is Grouse Mountain’s

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, Willie has presented to well over 200,000 students and considers every one of them his friend. Willie originally came to Grouse Mountain with the construction of the hiwus Feasthouse in 1997. At the time, he had been working as an event planner for the Squamish Nation and learned that Grouse Mountain was planning to bring in someone from a different territory to perform at the Feasthouse. Willie

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day. It is a challenge, but having your water bottle ready is step #1. Warm-up Exercises:1. Leg swings (forward and back):  2 sets of 30, each leg. Start low and work your way to higher kicks as you approach rep 30 Keep your stomach muscles engaged and do not let your lower back arch (extend)The movement should feel like it is coming from your hips not your back 2. Reverse lunge with knee drive: 3

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great for helping to engage and tax muscles and build stamina. To get the most out of these exercises, though, good form is important. This short YouTube video from Profeet provides three great exercises, with helpful tips on form, to help prepare for on-snow action.Be FlexibleYoga is a great way to build flexibility and strength. It also has lots of benefits associated with mental clarity. By

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