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Holiday Hours
Holiday Hours at the Peak of Vancouver Holiday hours of operation begin Dec. 17 The Peak of Vancouver is open 365 days a year. For more information on specific activities, visit our Current Conditions page.Winter Break (Dec. 17-Jan. 2)SkyrideMon-Fri: 8:15am-10:00pmSat-Sun: 8:15am-10:00pmLifts & Skiing/RidingMon-Fri: 8:30am-10:00pmSat-Sun: 8:30am-10:00pmChristmas Eve (Dec. 24)Skyride (uphill
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Nine-year-old is the first-ever Young Ambassador for Grind For Kids
the Grind. And it’s also cool to help kids who don’t have strong hearts.”Now in its fourth year, the Grind For Kids campaign has raised more than $450,000 for BC’s sick kids. Grinders sign up and ask friends, family and co-workers to pledge $1 or more for every Grouse Grind they do between now and October. With the $20 registration fee participants get an official Grind Timer that tracks progress
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Let Summer Begin!
Busy Week Leads up to Summer Opening Weekend Last week was full of preparations getting ready for our first long-weekend full of summer activities.The Birds in Motion have now arrived and are flying in their demonstrations at 1:30pm, 3:30pm and 5:30pm. This year we have some really amazing birds - everything from hawks, falcons, owls, vultures all the way up in size to Bald Eagles! We also have
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First ever Whistler Water One Climb raises $110,000
dressed in blue with many upping the blue-factor with hair spray and face paint, participants rose to the challenge to “flood the Grind” on Saturday, June 22. All funds raised as part of today’s event go towards Free The Children clean water projects in Kenya, supporting the charity’s year-long Water Initiative with a goal of providing clean water for 100,000 people.From the Shift Dance Academy flash
https://www.grousemountain.com/press_releases/first-ever-whistler-water-one-climb-raises-110000
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Grinder and Coola come out of hibernation
a healthy and typical hibernation period,” says Wildlife Director and veterinarian Dr. Ken Macquisten. “They began eating roughage a few days ago to jump-start their digestive and metabolic systems, and based on their playfulness that seemed to work.” This marks 12 years since the orphaned grizzlies were rescued and became residents of Grouse Mountain’s Refuge for Endangered Wildlife. “This year
https://www.grousemountain.com/press_releases/grinder-and-coola-come-out-of-hibernation
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Snowshoe Grind Mountain Run - Feb. 25, 2012
will be awarded in the following categories: 19 and under 20 - 29 years 30 - 39 years 40 - 49 years 50 - 59 years 60 - 69 years 70 + years and up Awards & After Party Après awards in the Timber Room.In case of wonderful weather, the awards will be held outdoors by the ice rink. A BBQ will be set up for everyone to enjoy!To register, please visit Guest Services or call 604.980.9311.
https://www.grousemountain.com/news/snowshoe-grind-mountain-run-feb-25-2012
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The Slopes Will Be Buzzing On B.C.’s First Family Day
2010 in honour of the Olympics Anniversary and the 1 year countdown to 2014 in Sochi. For 36 consecutive hours until 10:00pm Sunday February 10, activities including after-dark snowboard and ski contests, sunrise snowshoe treks, torch parade, shopping, dining and everyone’s favorite junior pond hockey tournament will be on offer for night owls and early risers of all ages. Parents and kids of all
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The Gingerbread Challenge Is Back For Another Holiday Season
beautiful and unique gingerbread creations that will be displayed in the Grouse Mountain Chalet from November 28 through January 1 - the most wonderful time of year! As in past years, each participant will be paired with a local SOS Children's Village sponsor to collaborate on their gingerbread house design. Each gingerbread house will be judged based on creativity and overall design for a chance to win
https://www.grousemountain.com/news/the-gingerbread-challenge-is-back-for-another-holiday-season
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BC Couple in their 80s break records by reaching summit of Mt.Kilimanjaro
B.C. couple in their 80s break records by reaching the summit of Mt. Kilimanjaro October 3, 2012.Vancouver, B.C. - Local hiking enthusiasts Esther and Martin Kafer have successfully reached the summit of Mt. Kilimanjaro, making them the oldest couple - 84 and 85 years old - known to have achieved this feat! The couple embarked on the trek up 19,354 ft. on Africa's tallest mountain as part of
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Hundreds Brave The Rain In The Fight Against Breast Cancer
the Peak of Grouse Mountain. Rain didn't stop individual and relay team Seak The Peakers enduring a fun but grueling 1,245 ft elevation gain and uphill trek in an effort to raise valuable funds for Rethink Breast Cancer. This year's Seek the Peak winner, 21-year old Sean Stephens-Whale, was only 10 seconds short of the race record, set in 2006, with a time of 1:24:18. Also, among the participants
