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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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test their fitness on the Grouse Grind rather than jumping aboard the Skyride! After a morning full of truly Canadian experiences guests sat back in the sunshine to socialize, sip wine, work on their tans and indulge in a tasty bbq complete with flat iron steaks and corn on the cob. Not a bad way to spend a Saturday afternoon in Vancouver! We hope to welcome even more Virgin Atlantic passengers to

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Snow School - Register Early and Save 20%! Early registration for Snow Camps & Clinics has begun Summer may have been over in a flash but don’t let the arrival of fall dampen your spirits. There is no better time to start thinking ahead to winter and all the great days that await you on the slopes. Grouse Mountain is Vancouver’s best place to learn to ski and ride so why not let our friendly

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to slow yourself down. Upon our return to the Whistler Water tent at Cleveland Dam we were greeted by post run yoga instructor, Robbi-Layne Robertson. What a fantastic way to open up the hips and hamstrings while providing an active cool down session. Our instructor took time with each individual during the routine to assist in problem areas and correct flaws in form.For those of you who have been

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events. In second place was former Grouse Grind record-holder Michael Simpson who clocked in at 28 minutes flat and rounding out the top three was Squamish native Nick Elson who followed up seconds later with a time of 28:40.In the women’s category, US Women’s National Mountain Running Team racer and former Olympian Morgan Arritola claimed first place honours with a time of 31 minutes and 22 seconds

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flashes before me as I hurtle swiftly hanging by a thread. But the captivating, breathtaking Grouse Mountain scenery is displayed in front of me. I am in awe and rendered speechless by such beauty. The trees, the birds, the snow. Is this a postcard photograph or is it really real? PRIZE: A pair of Merrell shoes

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countries, across five continents. Dedicated to nurture, promote and leverage its world-class community of artists in support of our natural world, AFC drives its mission through three key programs: Art & Environmental Education; Field Work & Research; and Artist Development. The Artists for Conservation Festival is AFC’s annual flagship initiative to showcase, support and further these programs

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special for $5.50 a pint, $17.00 a pitcher Saturday:“ Whistler Mixer” - Bucket of 4 bottles of Whistler beer for $20. (Typically all 4 flavors but substitutions are okay)Sunday: "Sunday Caesars" - Caesars on special for $6.25 ($1.50 off)

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nice and warm, it was time to attack the Grind. Our tips for those who are looking to set personal bests would go as follows:Pick the straightest route possible If you can take two stairs in one step, do so at each opportunity Run or speed walk the flat parts Rely on your quads rather than using your hands to push you up each step. By doing this you will build more leg strength and stamina for next

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again divided into groups that catered to those who are running solo and as relay teams. In all, the solo run ended up being a quick but well paced 7km course of road and trail while taking us through numerous transitions of flat and incline intervals. Some of you might also being taking advantage of the convenient training schedule posted by Grouse Mountain and Kintec to assist in planning your

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