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Grinder and coola enter 21st hibernation Grinder and Coola, the two Grizzly Bear inhabitants residing at our wildlife refuge, entered their 21st hibernation/winter period here on Grouse Mountain today - November 8, 2021.  This marks their earliest entry into hibernation yet - beating their previous record of November 10th set just last year in 2020.Last year they had a record long dormancy of

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the world.And therefore sometime in January 2001 both Grinder and Coola were born! Later, in May of that year, they were rescued when they were orphaned in the wild and in September 2001 they were brought to the Grouse Mountain Refuge For Endangered Wildlife which they still inhabit to this day! This year marks their 20th birthday - or should we say... bearthday?  Have a great 20th boys! Coola

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grinder and coola Learn more about Grinder and Coola, the two orphaned grizzly bears at Grouse Mountain's Refuge for Endangered Wildlife. When you visit Grouse Mountain in the summer months, be sure to check out our daily Ranger Talks. Did you know... When grizzly bear cubs are born they only weigh approximately 0.9 kg (2 lbs) and full-grown grizzly bears usually weigh between 270 and 360 kg (600

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safety protocols in place at the Mountain including wearing face coverings, practicing physical distancing and refraining from social gatherings. Let’s continue to keep each other safe out on the slopes.

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First hummingbird monitoring session of 2021 held Yesterday morning we held our first Hummingbird Monitoring and Banding session of the year here at the Grouse Mountain Refuge for Endangered Wildlife.  It was our first session since August of 2019 due to the Covid-19 pandemic and it did not disappoint!Grouse Mountain is part of the Hummingbird Monitoring Network which has a group of monitoring

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The New Buzz at the Grouse Mountain Refuge for Endangered Wildlife! Honeybees arrive as part of an organic honey trial... This summer marks the exciting addition of two honey bee hives to the Grouse Mountain Refuge for Endangered Wildlife!  We are excited to host the two hives and determine if organic honey production is possible on the mountaintop.Bees are of critical importance in our eco

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Happy New Years from the Grouse Mountain Refuge for Endangered Wildlife! Happy New Years Everyone!  I just wanted to write a post thanking everyone for their support and care for our wildlife over the past year.  2012 was a great year for the Refuge:  Grinder and Coola had another lazy summer and the wolves as well.  It was also our Summer of Owls and Tyto, our resident Barn Owl, was very

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the Chalet to explore our shops, have a meal or a snack at one of our many restaurants, and visit Theatre in the Sky. Feeling refreshed, the students will take part in an interactive First Nation’s drumming circle in our traditional Feasthouse, then enjoy the antics of our ever popular Lumberjack Show!Awesome Summer Adventure Schedule:9:00Arrival9:30Skyride 9:45Ecowalk by Blue Grouse Lake 10

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to begin exploring their habitat", said Dr. Ken Macquisten, Refuge Director and Veterinarian. "Hibernation through the winter is a natural way for Grizzlies to conserve energy during a time of low food availability. As Grinder and Coola continue to explore and our team works to gradually expand their habitat to its full size, we encourage you to stay connected with them virtually until we can

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Grouse Mountain Wildlife update  Most of you probably know about Grinder and Coola, the two grizzly bears that inhabit the refuge, but did you know that the Grouse Mountain Refuge for Endangered Wildlife is also home to four Owl Ambassadors who represent their species for educational presentations?  All of these Owl Ambassadors here on Grouse Mountain are doing well and they think this recent

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