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Athletes deliver outstanding performances in ClearlyContacts.ca Grouse Grind Challenge
Results:Men: Joseph Gray – 26:23Michael Simpson – 28:00Nick Elson – 28:40Women: Morgan Arritola – 31:22Melanie Sakowski – 33:35Brandi Heisterman – 33:55Course details: Length: 3 kilometres (1.86 miles) Elevation gain: 853 metres (2,800 feet) Base: 274 metres (900 feet) above sea level Summit: 1,127 metres (3,700 feet) Total stairs: 2,830 Fastest-ever official time: 25:01 – held by Sebastian Salas
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In The News: Couple Takes Fundraising To New Heights
. Kafer. His sister Etta Kafer-Boothroyd, a scientist and former university professor who lives in the Vancouver area, has suffered a rapid decline because of Alzheimer’s. In five years years she has gone from working on genetic research to not remembering her name.“It’s kind of a sad story,” said Mr. Kafer. “I just thought that helping the Alzheimer Society with what little we can do would be a good
https://www.grousemountain.com/posts/in-the-news-couple-takes-fundraising-to-new-heights
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Register Early for Snow School - Save 20%
, qualified instructors help you gain the skills and confidence you crave. From first-timers to slope masters we have lessons and clinics for anyone at any level. Make sure you book in at our Snow School before November 30th for Ski Wee, Zone Camp, Adult Clinics or Ladies Only and save yourself 20%.
https://www.grousemountain.com/news/register-early-for-snow-school-save-20
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Job Swap: Nat from Virgin 9.53 Works for Grouse Mountain
Virgin Radio Job Swap with Nat Nat from Virgin 95.3 swaps jobs with Wildlife Manager, Devin Manky Our Wildlife Manager, Devin Manky, recently took part in Nat & Drew's Job Swap program at Virgin 95.3. It was a one day job swap, and the day started off with Devin heading over to the station to help host the morning show. After the "Nat, Drew & Devin" show wrapped up, they headed back here
https://www.grousemountain.com/news/job-swap-nat-from-virgin-953-works-for-grouse-mountain
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Over $170K Raised for BC Children's Hospital
patient Colton Boechler and his family, top 2010 Grind For Kids fundraisers, Grouse Grind Ambassadors and a host of North Vancouver firefighters. A group of avid Grinders then tackled the hike to get the campaign off to a roaring start. Last year, 4535 Grinds helped to raise $172,000 and this year’s campaign is aiming to double this effort with a goal of $350,000.
https://www.grousemountain.com/news/over-170k-raised-for-bc-childrens-hospital
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It's that Time Again - Y2Play Is Back!
Refer a Friend will be treated to our seasoned Y2Player benefits and can take advantage of the 50% off Annual Local pass offer.In addition to these amazing Y2Play savings and rewards, Y2Players receive special access to jaw dropping deals. For 2013/14 we're offering 50% savings on Giro helmets and new this year Oakley goggles.When you add it all up an Adult Y2Player who takes advantage of all program
https://www.grousemountain.com/news/its-that-time-again-y2play-is-back
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Register now for the 2013 ClearlyContacts.ca Grouse Grind Challenge!
stairs: 2,830 Fastest-ever official time: 23:48 – held by Sebastian Salas, five-time reigning Grouse Grind Mountain Run champion (2008-12)Average time: The ClearlyContacts.ca Grouse Grind Challenge takes approximately 1.5 hours to complete, with two hours recommended for novice hikers. Participants: Hikers range in age from children to seniors with an equal male/female split. For more information
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Winter Survival Corporate Adventure Training
. The group was then split into teams and set with the challenge of building a functioning snow cave using the surrounding area. We did help them out a little and gave them a few shovels. One team added a hot tub to the shelter so they could take a load off and chill out after the strenuous activity of building it (and ambushing other teams with snowballs). Another team showed friendship and the
https://www.grousemountain.com/posts/winter-survival-corporate-adventure-training
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Grouse Mountain Introduces Brand New iPhone App
. “It adds an extra dimension to your skiing and riding, and it is great to share with your friends the time you put in on the slopes as well as help you plan your day. Real time notifications will also ensure you won’t miss a single event or advisory here at Grouse Mountain”Download the Grouse Mountain app on your iPhone today from the Apple App Store and start logging your stats. A version for
https://www.grousemountain.com/press_releases/grouse-mountain-introduces-brand-new-iphone-app
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Introducing Tyto - Barn Owl Wildlife Ambassador
Introducing Tyto the Barn Owl - Our Wildlife Ambassador Last month we adopted Tyto, a male Barn Owl (Tyto alba), as our new Wildlife Ambassador. Tyto was born at the Canadian Raptor Conservancy (who run our Birds in Motion demonstrations) and comes to help educate our visitors and school children on owls and birds of prey.Barn Owls inhabit old trees and man-made roosts (such as barns) in the
https://www.grousemountain.com/posts/introducing-tyto-barn-owl-wildlife-ambassador