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. Another sign read: "We didn't say this was going to be easy." A couple debated whether to turn around. One woman told her companion he would have to carry her backpack the rest of the way for "getting us into this mess." Cult followingGrouse Mountain is a ski area 25 minutes outside of downtown Vancouver. But among many it's known less for ski runs and more for this trail from hell.In 1981, a couple of

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activities along with our five-star restaurant, The Observatory. With a long history dating back to Vancouver's earliest days, Grouse Mountain received its name in 1894 when a visiting hiking party encountered a blue grouse bird on the alpine slopes. Grouse Mountain is also home to the 2014/15 Y2Play pass - the best value on a season snowpass, valid for the remainder of this season and all of next. Ski or

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, The Peak of Vancouver has decided to extend the fun into the month of May for those who just can’t get enough of winter. Skiing and Riding: On The Cut with the Screaming Eagle chairlift operational - weekends only - 9am to 6pm, starting May 5. Tubing: Grouse Mountain is excited to announce a brand new two-lane tube park located at the top of Paper Trail. This is like tobogganing only better!  Tubing

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, Salomon, Spyder, IceBreaker, Roxy, DNA, Merrell and more. What's more, we'll also be selling off all our used rental equipment at unbelievable prices as well as a great selection of used high-performance skis and snowboards with bindings. Heading to the Gear Sale? Remember... Y2Play passes are valid, so winter starts now at the Peak of Vancouver! This is your last chance before winter to check out our

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Annual Local’s Pass, you’ll get access to our mountaintop winter fun and what’s more, you’ll receive 1 free snowshoe rental, 1 free skate rental, and 1 free ski/snowboard rental to get the fun started (must have valid lift ticket). After you’ve used your freebies, you’re entitled to a 20% discount on subsequent rentals. 7) Zip! Ever whizzed down a zipline at 80 kilometres an hour? Or seen a 360

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introduced itself in time for March break, a key late-season push in the resort's winter plan. As sustained snowfall continues to blanket the Peak of Vancouver, the road to Grouse Mountain remains clear for easy access for skiers and snowboarders. The resort’s ploughing fleet is on standby to ensure a safe and pleasant drive up Nancy Greene Way, with the roadway condition currently bare and wet. The snow

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, Symphony of Lights in Hong Kong and Sydney’s Opera House.Lights in the controlled ski area beyond the Peak Chalet will remain turned on for the safety of visitors outdoors. Midnight is our standard “lights off” time due to the hours of Grouse Mountain’s operation and the nature of the ski area. Grouse Mountain is also an access point for a number of trails that are frequented by hikers of all ages and

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High-Performance Rental Gear Sale If you are looking for the best in high performance gear without the dent to your pocketbook look no further than right here at Grouse Mountain. We are now selling our next-to-new high performance ski and board rentals at incredibly reasonable prices. With brands such as Elan, Dynastar, Volkl, Rossignol, Burton and K2 to choose from the time couldn't be better

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meet, fly and enjoy the spectacular scenery from Grouse Mountain. The time-honoured tradition demands the pilots demonstrate their flying skills over the two-day period. Pilots are required to stay in the air for a minimum of two hours and are rated on aerial form, take off and landing skills. The participants will launch from the Peak, 1,250 metres (4,100 feet) above sea level, before landing at

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24 Hours of Winter a Resounding Success Thousands take advantage of unique round-the-clock skiing, snowboarding, ice skating, and snowshoeing. February 10, 2008. Grouse Mountain, North Vancouver, B.C. – At 2am this morning, Grouse Mountain’s alpine area reached the height of its overnight traffic with nearly 2,000 skiers, riders, skaters and snowshoers. The collected crowd of snow sports

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