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Be Inspired by Spencer West Whistler Water One Climb - June 22, 2013 We're in awe. The team at Whistler Water and Grouse Mountain were so lucky to spend some time with Spencer West this week as we prepare for Whistler Water One Climb on June 22. Spencer is an ambassador for Free the Children and their Water Initiative. Spencer will be at the Grouse Grind on June 22nd to cheer on participants in

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Grinding it out Week 7 of Seek the Peak training This week we did the Grind (get your mind out of the gutter! We mean the infamous trail up to the top of Grouse Mountain). As always, Michelle and I started with a dynamic warm up consisting of lateral and Ventral/Dorsal (front to back) leg swings, toe touches, walking lunges, high knees and followed with multiple static stretches. After we were

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challenges your abilities and technical skills,” Mark explained, “Athletes are not seeking the biggest air, but the most dynamic terrain that will force them to step up their game”. Through collaboration with our Grouse Parks team, the Red Bull Uncorked course concept dreamed up by Seb and Mark was brought to reality. The idea that began during a late night brainstorm session required over 260 hours to

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A Fresh New Look for Ski Wee Grouse Mountain’s Snow School Director, Toby Barrett, wanted to refresh the Ski Wee experience at Grouse Mountain. He knew that children connect with animals and he thought that a wolf would be a powerful animal to connect to Ski Wee. “Wolves are pack animals. They are a naturally social animal. This is something that I think children in Ski Wee can identify with…the

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segment, star Jonathan Pitre is a courageous 14-year-old boy from Russell, Ontario who was born with a life-threatening skin disease called EB. EB is a rare genetic disorder that causes the skin to repeatedly blister, shear and scar. Approximately 2,500 Canadians suffer from the disease — among the most painful known to medicine. To date, no cure has been found.What you might not be aware of is

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perfect way to help your child gain skills and confidence on the slopes no matter what their level of ability. With half and full day options available, our renowned snow school is sure to set your little one on the path to a lifetime of winter enjoyment! Our first After School Zone Camp of the season is set to start this Thursday.If outdoor excitement is what you’re seeking, Grouse Mountain’s

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Americans steal the day in the ClearlyContacts.ca Grouse Grind Challenge! US Men’s and Women’s National Mountain Running Team racers Joseph Gray and Morgan Arritola claim first place titles (North Vancouver) Sunny skies and warm temperatures prevailed at the top of Grouse Mountain on Sunday morning as hundreds of participants hit the Grind for the 2013 ClearlyContacts.ca Grouse Grind Challenge

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Alpha the Wolf It is with great sadness that we announce the peaceful passing of our lone remaining Timber Wolf - Alpha. Alpha was captive born in the spring of 2001 and arrived at the Grouse Mountain Refuge for Endangered Wildlife on June 8, 2004 as part of a pack of 4 wolves – retired from the movie industry. Alpha led a long and healthy life here at Grouse Mountain. He turned 15 years old

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exceptional places to work. BC’s Top Employers are evaluated based on eight criteria: physical workplace; work atmosphere & social; health, financial & family benefits; vacation & time off; employee communications; performance management; training & skills development; and community involvement. Key reasons why Grouse Mountain was selected as a top employer include ongoing employee

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Grouse Grind Mingler Night: Music Bingo Edition Another gorgeous evening at Grouse Mountain! Wednesday nights are always fun for Grinders. The Grouse Grind Mingler Nights are popular with regular Grinders and people who take the Skyride up to be a part of the action. There was music, food, and prizes supplied by Granville Island Brewing Company for music bingo. I had a delicious chickpea burger

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