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sustainability revolution began two decades ago and, since then, we have pursued alternative power sources to become more energy self-sufficient,” says Stuart McLaughlin, CEO and President of Grouse Mountain Resorts. “The Eye of the Wind will inspire visitors who ascend Vancouver’s most celebrated peak each year to return home to begin a Quiet Revolution of their own.”The various elements of The Eye of the

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highly visible and inspirational landmark for renewable energy to both locals and visitors alike.The Eye of the Wind has a capacity of 1.5 megawatts – which Grouse Mountain estimates is enough to power up to 400 homes a year – and is expected to generate up to 25 per cent of the resort’s operational electricity needs annually. The turbine was officially launched on Grouse Mountain in February

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High Performance Starts Here Are you interested in the latest equipment? Maybe Santa didn’t know exactly what skis or board to bring you this year? Try out some of our high performance rentals before you finalize on a purchase. A day on the Mountain is made much more enjoyable when you’re on the right equipment. Try a different length, or side-cut to see how your carved turn responds. Our

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problem solving.  “Although many of us have worked together for years it was great to see people trying new things, being supported by their team members. Everyone had positive comments from the day!” Development and Communications team at Covenant House Vancouver The human knot was definitely a favourite of the group as they found that sometimes a good laugh is an important part of solving problems

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First Snow and the Excitment is Palpable We received our first snowfall of the year We know you are thrilled, like all of us here at Grouse Mountain, that our first white flakes of the season have arrived. With the news that La Nina is making a comeback, we are anticipating bucket loads of snow again this winter which will make for fantastic conditions on the slopes. Don’t miss a pow day this

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Find Us at the Vancouver Wedding Fair January 7 & 8 at the Westin Bayshore If 2012 is your year to tie the knot make sure you swing by the Vancouver Wedding Fair taking place this weekend (January 7 & 8) at the Westin Bayshore and visit with our Grouse Mountain wedding team. Our Grouse Mountain team will be at the Wedding Fair from 10am to 6pm Saturday and Sunday and brides-to-be will be

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Quiksilver Filmmaker Showdown Five film crews face off for $5000 cash! $5000 cash? Check. Winner-take-all? Check.This year marked the first appearance of a new style contest here at Grouse Mountain. With the help of Push.ca we launched the Quiksilver Filmmaker Showdown — a contest that challenged five of the region's best snow industry filmmakers (and one music video production company) to come

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wanting to come out to a Wednesday training session but haven't yet, you do not want to miss May 22nd. We will be doing the infamous Grouse Grind! Not only will there be a trail running talk by Dave Norona (I could surely use some tips to get my Grind time down!), it will also be the first Grind Social Night of the year!Thanks for reading, hope to see you at the Grind Social Night! As always, any

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Health Bob Sung - "Wok Around Chinatown" innovator, with a segment on Chinese New Year here in Vancouver 

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the 2012 season and have brought some amazing Birds of Prey for this years demonstrations.  So far we have a Bald Eagle, two Great-horned Owls, two Falcons, a Red-tailed Hawk, a Harris Hawk and a Turkey Vulture.  More birds are scheduled to arrive in a couple weeks.  Beginning tomorrow, May 19th, you can check out their demonstrations at 1:30pm, 3:30pm and 5:30pm daily at the flying grounds and

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