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Seek the Peak:  Nicole's training diary Week 6 Don’t forget the stairs…We’ve entered the 30-day countdown to Seek the Peak. Are you ready? Quick check-in for this week as my training weekend revolved around the Grouse Grind and Nancy Greene, where I was once again reminded just how many stairs there are on this route. As you climb through Capilano and onto Nancy Greene, the grind of the race

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nesting and raising their young, the birds will gather in large migratory groups in the late summer and early fall.  They will then migrate in large flocks for safety and return to the south before the first snowfall. Did you know? Barn Swallows love to nest on man-made structures that provide a flat surface to attach their nest to. Before humans, they would often use cliff faces or other rock features

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Whistler Water One Climb 2015 another success! Almost $210,000 raised for Free The Children over the past three years What’s better than beautiful sunshine, glorious warm weather and the Grouse Grind on a Sunday morning? Doing it all for a good cause, that’s what! Now in its third year, Whistler Water One Climb in partnership with Free The Children raises funds for a very special clean water

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Grinder and Coola Enter Their Upper Pond Habitat Today marked the earliest annual date ever that Grinder and Coola have entered their Upper Pond Habitat.  Shortly before Noon we were ready for them and we opened the gate to their summer habitat.  Both bears emerged slowly, still lethargic, and proceeded to explore their familiar surroundings.  They quickly found, and made a quick snack of, the

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Mountain honey, and turkey breast with brioche-cranberry stuffing. Book your table now and make this special menu a part of your holidays.A great option for smaller office groups or family gatherings, we can accommodate groups up to 45 people. For information on larger group and private events, please visit our Private Functions page.Call Grouse Mountain at 604.980.9311 or visit The Observatory website

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Ring in 2015 at the Peak of Vancouver New Year’s Eve is right around the corner and there is no better way to usher in 2015 than by celebrating at the Peak of Vancouver…and we’ve got a little something for everyone! If you’re looking for a glam evening of dinner and dancing, our New Year’s Eve Gala in The Observatory, Timber Room and Altitudes is the perfect way to raise a glass to 2015. For

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down the road switchbacks to the Skyline trail. This run is 8KM and should take between 60-90 minutes. Nancy Greene is said to be one of the more difficult areas of the route. When chatting with a few friends about this race just a few weeks ago, I was challenged to stay focused on three challenging aspects of this event. The three potential mental hurdles, so to speak. Instead of waiting until race

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us updated on all that's gold in The Centennial State. Day One - Thursday, Jan. 29, 2015What a great way to kick off SIA last night with a keynote speech from Paralympic bronze medalist, Amy Purdy. After contracting Meningitis, she lost both of her legs. Later, she found out her kidneys were failing and was forced to receive a transplant from her father. She became incredibly depressed, but

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The importance of Wilderness First Aid Training Are you prepared for the backcountry? It was going to be a long and strenuous hike in the North Shore Mountains. Trying to keep your pack light, you only brought a windbreaker, a light sweater, several energy bars, a litre of water and a small first aid kit. The nice and sunny morning you’ve enjoyed has turned into a cold and drizzly afternoon when

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snowmaking infrastructure for this winter season. So what does it mean for skiers and riders at Grouse Mountain? We have increased our output by 40% meaning we’ll be able to provide concentrated coverage from the top of The Peak to the bottom of The Cut.The team has been hard at work installing new snow guns, new foundations, more power stations and hydrants to deliver the 40% additional output. With low

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