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Grouse Mountain Welcomes World Renowned Artists and a New Resident to the Refuge for Endangered Wildlife   November 3, 2011 North Vancouver, B.C. - Grouse Mountain is proud to pay host to the Artists for Conservation Festival (AFC) which will bring some of the world’s best nature and wildlife art and artists to the Peak of Vancouver. From November 5 to 13, artists, including world renowned

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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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Bears Enjoy First Food of the Year On Wednesday, April 18th, Grinder and Coola, our two resident Grizzly Bears, enjoyed their first feed of 2012. Over the last two weeks Grinder and Coola have become increasingly active and showed all of the signs of being out of hibernation.  Once we are sure of this and are close to having their outdoor habitat ready we begin to help the bears get their

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We Have a Winner! The 2013 SOS Children's Gingerbread Village winner has been voted on and selected... Congratulations to "Patty's Girls" on winning the $1000 grand prize for our SOS Children's Gingerbread Village Challenge! There were so many incredible creations and in the end it came down neck-and-neck, but Patty's Girls pulled out the win.Here is a guest post from Melanie Roy of Patty's Girls

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BC's First Family Day The Peak of Vancouver will be buzzing and 50% off Grouse Mountain will be a hub of activity celebrating our province’s first ever Family Day on Monday February 11 with 50% off lift tickets and Alpine Experience admission tickets for BC residents. Guests are also invited to take part in a fun range of family friendly activities both on and off the slopes. Family Day at

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Light Up the Night Join us at 24 Hours of Winter - Feb. 11 & 12 Help us to light up the night this February 11&12. Vancouver’s favourite sleepless night is quickly approaching. Make sure you’ve marked your calendar to join us at 24 Hours of Winter for 36 consecutive hours of fun! 24 Hours of Winter is chock-a-block with activity, including our after-dark spectacle, the Torch Light Parade

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country each year, to beat their best times established on the gruelling course throughout the season. Sebastian raced against a fleet-footed group of competitors, including former Grouse Grind record holder and three-time race winner Mike Simpson. Canada’s top finisher in the 2010 World Mountain Running Championships, Kris Swanson, was racing in the competition.The fastest women’s time was 31:18 run

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established on the gruelling course throughout the season. Sebastian raced against a fleet-footed group of competitors, including former Grouse Grind record holder and three-time race winner Mike Simpson. Canada’s top finisher in the 2010 World Mountain Running Championships, Kris Swanson, was racing in the competition.The fastest women’s time was 31:18 run by Sarah Baker, who was close to the female

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Seek the Peak:  Caity's story Learn why this runner travels a great distance to face the challenge 1. Why are you getting involved in Seek the Peak? This year, I am getting involved in Seek the Peak as a way to celebrate. That is, celebrating the health that I have, and that my mom and aunt have. If I can use my health to raise money in the hopes that it brings health to others, why wouldn't I

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with face painters and visits with the Easter Bunny to keep them entertained. Hop to it and book your table by calling Chalet Reception today - 604.998.5045. Prices include Skyride access - Adults $42, Children 5-18 (buffet) $25, Children under 5 are free. See Menu

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