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12 years and for wild wolves it is 8-10 years.In the past year or so we’ve noticed that Beta has been showing signs of stiff joints due to rheumatism and as such we have had him on anti-inflammatory medications. Last summer we did full veterinary medical evaluations and he was in excellent health for his age. Despite the best care, however, old age catches up with all of us.For the past couple

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riding. The Skate Pond is open daily from 9am to 10pm for a skate in the mountain air. Munday Alpine Snowshoe Park is in good condition with Blue Grouse Loop, Whistler Water Way, and the Snowshoe Grind w/ Discovery Loop all open. With continued sun in the forecast over the next few days, it is a great time to enjoy bluebird skies and fabulous groomed conditions. For the latest in snow conditions visit

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Grouse Grind this Father’s Day Weekend. On Saturday, June 14 it’s Whistler Water One Climb. A climb-at-your-own-pace event that is suitable for fit kids and parents alike, One Climb raises funds for Free the Children’s Kenyan water projects. Then, on Sunday, June 15 it is the 11th-annual Seek the Peak event. At 16kms in length, Seek the Peak raises heart rates as well as raising valuable funds for

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requests.What better way to end a perfect day of skiing, than with a glass of champagne and the beautiful views from the peak of Vancouver! As I said my goodbyes and thank you to Chef Dino, I noticed at the entrance of the Observatory hanging on the wall, a framed photo of Gertie Beaton, ski champion in 1938.Such an inspiration and perfect ending to a magical day!

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skiing and riding plus a raft of additional benefits including the opportunity to bring a friend for free, a complimentary Mountain Zipline and discounts on retail and food & beverage. This year we have special retail offers available including the opportunity to purchase 2015/16 Elan skis or snowboard for half price. To thank our loyal renewing passholders, we’ve added even more to Y2Play with

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Train Anywhere, Anytime Sometimes you just can't make it to a scheduled training session... why should that stop you? Away from the Mountain...Hey everyone! So this week Michelle and I were kept away from the Seek the Peek training due to our work schedules but that didn't mean the training had to stop. Michelle has been training for a half-marathon (her first) in May so shes been putting up tons

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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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the mountain to dine and dance at the chalet, which featured music by “Canada’s favourite pianist,” Hugo Sartorello. A Sun ad on July 13, 1954 featured stylish cartoon skiers relaxing on the chairlift, which offered a 40-minute ride along 2,700 metres of cable “and each minute a change in scenery.” Sartorello played atop Grouse from 1952 to 1961, when he left town for many years to play in the

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Peak relay in support of Rethink Breast Cancer. On Sunday June 17, teams of 4 as well as individuals can challenge each other and have fun on a 16-kilometer relay starting on the beach at Ambleside Park in West Vancouver, winding its way through North Vancouver, then heading up the legendary Grouse Grind the Peak of Vancouver. All funds raised will go directly to support Rethink Breast Cancer, a

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season, so avoid the crowded malls on December 26 and pop up to the Peak of Vancouver where you can pick up the latest and greatest base layers at discounts of up to 30%!* *Icebreaker discount is 30% and cannot be combined with other offers. Columbia discount is 10% and can be combined with the Grouse Mountain Membership discount for 30% savings.

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