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Training advice from our most committed Grouse Grinders The Clearly.ca Grouse Grind Mountain RunSunday, September 13th  Leading up to the 25th-annual Grouse Grind Mountain Run, we've asked our most committed, most enthusiastic Grouse Grinders to give us some of their best advice when it comes to conquering the Grouse Grind:Atessa Marashi:Atessa Marashi was our top female finisher at the Multi

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down a steep and open mountainside. This image bears little resemblance to a typical hiking trail on the North Shore and there lies the problem.To get a snow avalanche, we need three things: a moderately steep slope, the right snow conditions and a trigger. 1) Most frequently, avalanches happen on slopes between 30 and 45 degrees or the equivalent of a blue or black diamond ski run. The beautiful

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skiing, snowboarding and ice skating, sunset, midnight and sunrise snowshoe tours, a spectacular torch parade, junior pond hockey tournament, ziplining and much more. For those looking to get out and enjoy a morning on the trail with friends, Grouse Mountain’s annual Snowshoe Grind Mountain Run returns at 10:00 am on Sunday, February 7th for participants of all ages and fitness abilities. For more

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away!) it’s time to ensure we avoid injuries as much as possible and arrive healthy and prepared for race day. Below are three ways you can help ensure you reach the start line with a smile. 1. Stretch and recover. Both key elements of any training routine. After every workout, ensure you give yourself enough time to stretch. As busy as our lives are, it is important to spend at least ten minutes

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ability assessment, introduced to the Alpine Responsibility Code, rope lines, marker navigation, Grouse Mountain’s runs and trails and how to safely ride chairlifts. You’ll also learn how to dress for different weather conditions and much more.In our two-day Avalanche Skills Training (Level 1) course, you’ll learn how to evaluate avalanche conditions, analyze a Public Avalanche Bulletin and plan for

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, the event was held on the longest day of the year. What followed was a steady and dedicated uphill battle which saw a number of unprecedented results in the only event of its kind on the Grouse Grind®.Leading the way was 70-year-old Idar Karlsen who came within two ascents of his record-setting 15 Grinds in one day that he set during last year’s inaugural event. A familiar face on the trail

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Seek the Peak 2014 In support of the BC Cancer Foundation This year marks our 11th annual Seek the Peak presented by Columbia, and once again the event was one to remember. Starting by the shore participants were pumped up for their 16-kilometre climb in a morning celebration at Ambleside Park! Racers young and old cheered each other on as they set off from the start line. Racers tackled the awe

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trips, in summer for our Adventure Camps and in winter for our Zone Camps. We’re experts at inspiring kids to play outdoors, make friends, enjoy unique experiences, connect with nature and discover this beautiful province we call home. Our Camp Leaders keep campers engaged throughout the day and with a maximum 8 campers to 1 staff member ratio, there is sure to be lots of personal attention. Campers

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Sneak peek:  summer of Small Wonders The buzz arrives on Friday, June 12! Summertime has arrived at the Peak of Vancouver, with an incredible variety of activities perfect for the whole family, including our world-famous lumberjack show, Birds in Motion demonstrations, thrilling mountain zipline tours, 360-degree views in the Eye of the Wind, visits with our grizzly bears, dining, shopping…and

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fire suppression is required, a four-wheel drive forestry fire truck is on-mountain as are a host of heavy equipment including a backhoe and excavators along with a portable water tank and pump system. Nearly 40 Grouse Mountain staff members (including on-hill residents) have completed S-100 Wild Land Fire Suppression Training and we also work closely with the District of North Vancouver Fire

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