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Mortimer the Missing Marmot A couple weeks back the North Shore News ran an article that told the saga of Mortimer Brown, a Yellow-bellied Marmot, who had taken up residence in urban West Vancouver. He was a long way from the bulk of his fellow yellow-bellieds, who normally inhabit the dry, rocky interior of British Columbia's Okanagan region. Every once in awhile, marmots are known to hitch

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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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sleep called 'dormancy'. They do not eat or drink until they emerge again in the spring. Extra fat is accumulated in the autumn to maintain them over the 3-5 month hibernation period. By spring they may have lost 30 per cent of their body weight. Hibernating bears will awaken and move around during the winter months, unlike other hibernating animals that cannot easily be roused.The Refuge for

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platform heels, young couples waited in long lines for their turn to ride the gondola to the top of Vancouver for one of the city's most coveted dining experiences. Awaiting diners at the summit was the meal Vancouverites, particularly those seeking to impress their dates, bragged about at the office water cooler. No, we didn't queue up for fresh shellfish or cedar-planked salmon; instead we coveted a

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soft, sometimes slick surfaces that will require you to exude some extra energy into the concentration of each and every step you take. Once you have conquered a few runs you’ll notice your pace and awareness sharpen and you’ll be blazing trails in no time. Posture is key...Running these types of trails and taking down some of the steeps that exist on the shore will leave the best runners short of

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National champion skaters, and members of the North Shore Winter Club.“We are very pleased to partner with the Karen Magnussen foundation on this fantastic event for the second consecutive year,” says General Manager, Michael Cameron. “With the world spotlight on Vancouver a year away, we support the foundation’s mission to grow more world class skaters from a younger age.” The foundation aims to put

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North Shore and has a responsibility to be a beacon of health for all our staff and visitors. All of Grouse Mountain is now smoke and tobacco free, and the realization of this long-awaited goal will further the good health practices recreation enthusiasts expect and value. Giving up tobacco use requires our support and understanding, and a variety of options are available to any staff member

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a period of extended sleep called 'dormancy'. They do not eat or drink until they emerge again in the Spring. Extra fat is accumulated in the autumn to maintain them over the 3-5 month hibernation period. By Spring they may have lost 30% of their body weight. Hibernating bears will awaken and move around during the winter months, unlike other hibernating animals that cannot easily be roused

https://www.grousemountain.com/press_releases/grinder-coola-emerge-from-hibernation

Sunshine, Skiing and The Stanley Cup GROUSE MOUNTAIN’S SLOPES RE-OPEN THIS FRIDAY June 2, 2011 – Grouse Mountain, North Vancouver BC – Grouse Mountain is ready to welcome skiers and riders back to our slopes at the Peak of Vancouver this weekend just in time for the arrival of long awaited sunshine. Perfect spring conditions can be found at the top of The Cut where we still have a base of

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Snowshoe Grind offers new fitness challenge Discover why it’s the fastest growing winter sport Grouse Mountain, North Vancouver, B.C. – Love the Grouse Grind? Looking for a winter alternative to keep fit in the outdoors? Set your time on the new Snowshoe Grind open today. Escape into the serene beauty of a natural winter playground that begins a few steps away from the Peak Chalet. Hike solo or

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