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Station, 3,700 feet above sea level. Breathtaking panoramic views of the city, sea and surrounding mountains unfold, culminating with a summit altitude of 4,100 feet. Grouse Mountain was named by a visiting hiking party in 1894, after they encountered a blue grouse bird on the alpine slopes. Today, Grouse Mountain enjoys the status of Vancouver’s most visited attraction receiving over 1.2 million

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Snowshoe Grind Challenge - This Saturday Looking to get the heart pumping this weekend? The fourth-annual Snowshoe Grind Challenge is this Saturday, March 15th, and with amazing snow conditions we know this year’s race will be the best yet. Day-of registration is available starting at 9am mountaintop.Whether you’re looking to test your skills against other participants or simply want to enjoy

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event marks the mountain's momentous decision to remain open 24 hours per day for the duration of the 2010 Winter Olympic Games (17 days), showcasing the finest in snow sports and alpine recreation to international visitors and media from all time zones. Last year’s first trial run, 24 Hours of Winter, was a resounding success with over 2000 enthusiasts on the mountain at 3am! From snowboarding to

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Profess Your Love from the Mountain Make your reservation at Grouse Mountain's Observatory Restaurant for an evening of decadent dining. February 1, 2008, North Vancouver: Make your reservation at Grouse Mountain's Observatory Restaurant for an evening of decadent dining. Our 5 course, love-inspired menu created by Executive Chef Dino L. Gazzola will quicken your Valentine's pulse. With the upper

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Ice Skating Pond opens Ice Skating Pond opens to usher in winter at the Peak of Vancouver November 10, 2009, Grouse Mountain, North Vancouver, B.C. – Grouse Mountain's 8,000 square foot ice skating pond opens at noon on Wednesday, November 11, for winter enthusiasts to glide in the fresh mountain air. The skate pond offers visitors of all ages the unique experience of ice skating on top of a

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Seek the Peak:  Nicole's training diary Week Two Seek the Peak participant Nicole van Zanten is documenting her weekly training leading up to the big day. Have a read of her second training diary entry below:Week 2: Breaking The Route Into Three Pieces In Week 2 of the Seek the Peak training program, the recommended weekend run route is to begin at Cleveland Dam, tackle Nancy Greene and head

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Grouse Mountain's 84th downhill season Grouse Mountain ushers in the 84th Downhill SeasonParadise Bowl opens at 4pm for snow lovers to get winter underway November 19, 2010, Grouse Mountain, North Vancouver, B.C. – Winter has arrived early at the Peak of Vancouver, precipitating the 84th Downhill Season opening at 4pm today . The ongoing snowfall, and colder temperatures ideal for snowmaking

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June Beetles in July! Over the last few days we've been seeing quite a few Ten-lined June Beetle's hanging around the mountain top.  These cool looking, large scarab beetles (growing up to 1.25 inches in length) live in the Western United States and Canada.They have versatile antennae that can spread out to detect pheromones but retract when more discretion and camouflage is necessary.  They may

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Seek the Peak - July 16, 2011 Challenge yourself, or gather a team of four, to participate in the 8th annual Seek the Peak relay. This life-changing, 4-stage, 16-kilometer course starts on the beach at Ambleside Park, then winds its way through North Vancouver before heading up the legendary Grouse Grind to the Peak of Vancouver. Whether you're an elite athlete or you're just looking for a great

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for professional athletes and amateurs of different ages.”The Grouse Grind attracts over a hundred thousand outdoor enthusiasts each summer to climb the trail affectionately known as “Mother Nature’s Stairmaster”. Grind For Kids is presented by Whistler Water, and will run from June 15th, 2010 through September 15th, 2010 (culminating with the Grouse Grind Mountain Run). Once registered, each

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