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, grooming themselves or each other, and even some play or exploration of their hibernation area. These activities keep their muscles and bones healthy throughout the winter sleep and allow them to be ready should they ever have to leave or abandon a den sight. The bears, however, do not eat, drink, urinate or defecate during the hibernation period. In this sense they are more like a traditional

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There are all types of heroes What defines a hero depends on our perspective. A comic lover may think Superman, distinctive in appearance and iconic in stature, exemplifies a superhero for using his powers to benefit humanity. Other names that immediately come to mind include Martin Luther King Jr., a proponent of non-violent civil disobedience as a means to achieve greater civil rights for

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eight criteria: physical workplace; work atmosphere & social; health, financial & family benefits; vacation & time off; employee communications; performance management; training & skills development; and community involvement. Some of the key reasons that Grouse Mountain was selected as an exceptional place to work include offering employees many benefits such as ongoing employee

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Joe Gray steals the day in ClearlyContacts.ca Grouse Grind Challenge Norwegian Olympian Kristin Størmer Steira sets new female record (North Vancouver) The sun was shining at the top of Grouse Mountain on Sunday morning as hundreds of participants hit the Grind for the 24th-annual ClearlyContacts.ca Grouse Grind Challenge during an inspiring day of personal achievement and Grind For Kids

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12th-annual Seek the Peak raises thousands for BC Cancer Foundation Close to 600 racers make 16-kilometre uphill climb to Peak of Vancouver (North Vancouver) Taking the 4,100-foot elevation gain in stride, close to 600 participants made the 16-kilometre climb from West Vancouver’s Ambleside Park to the Peak of Vancouver this morning during the renowned Seek the Peak event.Now in its 12th year

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. This fun, social event is a great opportunity for snowshoers of all abilities and fitness levels to get outside and enjoy the trail. From the seasoned veteran to the first time snowshoer, all are welcome to take part in the 5 km or 1 km route options. “Snowshoeing is a fun activity for people of all ages and abilities and we can’t wait to welcome them to Grouse Mountain for the Snowshoe Grind

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Bee Amazed at Honeybee Hive Tours Help us celebrate our Summer of Small Wonders and get ‘bee-hind’ the scenes during a Honeybee Hive Tour! For the first time, visitors ages 12 and older have a unique opportunity to understand bees by getting up close in a safe environment led by our resident bee keeper. You’ll enjoy a once-in-a-lifetime chance to explore an active honeybee hive while learning

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different types of branches we know that they prefer the Silver-Fir (otherwise known as Amabilis) branches for their flat and dense needle structure.  When layered up they make for a comfortable mattress.  The bears pick out the best branches and drag them into their den and layer them down on the floor.  This is usually followed with some stomping and pushing to get everything into place.Once they have a

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Take your yoga practice to new heights at the Peak of Vancouver! Mountaintop yoga returns on Saturdays and Sundays throughout the summer Eryn Krieger - August 3, 17, 24 and 31Drawing inspiration from her children, who motivate her to be kinder to herself, others, and the earth, Eryn practices being more fully present in each moment. She works with herself, and her students, toward equilibrium and

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Fun and Accomplishment Celebrated at the Annual Snowshoe Grind Mountain Run Snowshoers of all ages enjoy a morning on the trail at the Peak of Vancouver (North Vancouver) This morning atop Grouse Mountain, a crowd of enthusiastic snowshoers filled the starting gate for the 6th Annual Snowshoe Grind Mountain Run. Last week’s snowfall provided excellent conditions on the 5 kilometer route that

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