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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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We're working hard to prepare for winter! Our mountain operations team is gearing up for the snow season As we head into the final days of a fun-filled summer, the winter season may still seem like a looong way off. But here at the Peak of Vancouver, we’re already going full steam ahead as we gear up for the flaky white stuff to fall. The snow season is just around the corner…you’ll be

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committed to supporting this popular community event that promotes a healthy lifestyle for people of all ages. Over 100 BMO employees took part in the race. 2008 RESULTS  2008 Winners Time Overall men: 1. Sebastian Salas 28:02  2. Morgan Titus 28:19  3. Gavin Hamilton 28:47  Overall women:  1. Leanne Johnston 31:29  2. Kristina Rody 34:15  3. Shannon Back 35:37 Full race results can be viewed

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Are You Ready to Step Up for BC's Sick Kids? If you’re a regular Grouse Grinder, you’re already committed to your own heart health. How about stepping up your commitment and raising funds for the new Cardiology unit at BC Children’s Hospital? Now in its fourth year, the Grind For Kids campaign has raised over $450,000 for BC’s sick kids. Grinders sign up and ask friends, family and co-workers to

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Winter Savings – Get Them Now on Lessons and Passes The snow season is just around the corner and now is the time to buy your winter pass or register your child for a Zone Camp. Early Bird passes are on sale now until October 19th offering savings of 33% off our regular pass pricing. And, with our new Modern Family Pass Bundle, you can customize a pass for your unique family. Click here for full

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Seek the Peak Relay 2011 The 8th Annual Seek The Peak Relay raising funds for Rethink Breast Cancer is taking place on Saturday, July 16th.  The challenging 16-kilometer course starts on the beach at Ambleside Park in West Vancouver, winds its way through North Vancouver, then heads up the legendary Grouse Grind® to the Peak of Vancouver.  Seek the Peak is not strictly a race for elite athletes

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Easter Brunch at the Peak of Vancouver Reservations now open for April 20, 2014 It’s an occasion for the entire family – Easter Brunch at the Peak of Vancouver. From an Easter Egg hunt led by the Bunny himself for the little ones, to delicious brunch classics, make it a day to remember.Reservations are available on April 20, 2014 between 10am-2pm with a 3-course prix fixe and a children’s prix

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some unprecedented athletic performances with 2012 winner Shaun Stephens-Whale back again to better his time. He did so effortlessly with a speedy time of 26:09. Shaun was followed closely by Daniel Ribi at 28:40 and Dave Cressman at 29:13. In the women's category, Frances Crowley took top spot for the second year in a row with a swift time of 38:12. The Snowshoe Grind Mountain Run is the only

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Grind For Good Put your Grinding to good use this summer The Grouse Grind officially opened last weekend. And while getting out on the Grind can do wonders for your fitness, the goodness need not stop there. Grouse Mountain has a Grind program or event that is sure to stimulate not just your cardiovascular heart, but also your charitable heart.Seek the Peak presented by Columbia Who’s afraid of

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communities and Zero Ceiling at Grouse Mountain is part of delivering the best possible.” The 2009 program lessons for the 75 youth, ranging in age from 12 to 18, began on February 16 and end on March 25. The students were divided into groups of 25 per class, each held three nights a week. Grouse Mountain’s contribution to the program includes lift tickets for all the students (plus volunteers and

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