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Seek the Peak Training: Trail Running Tips Our 15th annual Seek the Peak race is fast approaching we want to make sure you have all the info you need to rock those race day hills. Stay tuned as we share some helpful training and preparation tips to support your journey, all the way to the Peak! Today our Seek The Peak Trainer, Marieve Legrand shares some valuable tips on trail running.Hi

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for some weather protection. The boxes should also be at least 10 feet off the ground to be attractive to the bats. It can take a few seasons for the boxes to be noticed and used. You can watch below the boxes for signs of guano and to check quickly shine a flashlight into the boxes during the day to see if they are occupied. Please remember the bats are trying to sleep, however, and don't

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completing even a short yoga sequence, with regularity, you’ll quickly see improvements in flexibility. SnowFlow, has developed a great, 10-minute sequence that you can use both as a pre-season tool and on days where you’re going to be on the mountains. Don’t Forget About Your Calves Sitting or standing calf raises help to build muscular development increasing stability. When you encounter choppy snow or

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Seek the Peak Training: Yoga for Runners Our 14th annual Seek the Peak race is fast approaching we want to make sure you have all the info you need to rock those race day hills. Stay tuned as we share some helpful training and preparation tips to support your journey, all the way to the Peak!Training for Seek the Peek? Or just looking to optimize your running program? YYoga teacher and avid

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improve youth mental health in their communities. If there is a high school student in your life who is passionate about open discussion of mental health, please invite them to quickly apply to attend Talk at the Top. Applications are due December 10th, and can be submitted at jack.org/TalkatTheTop2018. Please share this with your networks - the more young minds that come together, the more impactful

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120,000 Black Bears. It may surprise you to know that Black Bears are omnivorous and feed mostly on vegetation. They can be seen foraging for berries, grasses, nuts and other plant matter which comprises 80% of their diet. That being said, if a good chance for a meat meal such as fish or venison comes along they won't turn it down! Black bears have an amazing sense of smell and can find food from

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We're Open For Spring Skiing and Riding This season's fantastic conditions just won't quit and neither will we. We're open for spring skiing and riding at least through April 30th and potentially longer if conditions allow.  With over 5 meters of snow on the Peak, there are still lots of spring turns to be had.As of Tuesday, April 18th skiing and riding will be available from 12pm to 8pm on

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predators.  If the feeder is too close to these items it can be a risk that predators will learn they can feed on the hummingbirds coming to the feed station.  Make sure there is also a bit of distance from any windows to prevent accidental window strikes as hummingbirds can get quite jumpy at the feeders if there are other hummingbirds around (they are highly territorial).  If you live in bear country

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rotting wood and fallen leaf litter.  While feeding they will quite often 'flick' the wood and leaves around in search of prey, mostly bugs and insects like ants, and hence their name.  They have an incredible tongue which wraps right around their skull and can extend up to two inches outside of their bill.  They use this extra reach to grab small bugs from deep inside holes in the foliage. Flickers are

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reindeer at Vancouver’s North Pole. “There’s nothing quite like boarding the Super Skyride and being transported to a snow-covered Christmas landscape,” said Grouse Mountain’s Communications Manager, Julia Grant. “Our Peak of Christmas activities allow guests of all ages to immerse themselves in the festive season through visits with Santa and his reindeer, wandering along our enchanting Light Walk or

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