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Barn swallows return to grouse mountain after long migration Last week we noticed our first Barn Swallows of 2018 flying around the Peak offices of Grouse Mt.  It was a welcome sight that, to us, means Spring is officially here. The swallows are here from the Spring until about September when they begin their long migration back south.  The birds will begin nesting soon - this begins with

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report that all is well with Grinder and Coola! They have each received a clean bill of health and are ready to head into hibernation very soon.We are anticipating a lot of snow this year and the bears seem to be too as they are already showing signs of slowing down and their appetites are decreasing - all signs that their long winter sleep is quickly approaching.Here are some interesting measurements

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for a few hours. In that case, I always bring with me:Extra layer (preferably waterproof) Food (gels, trail mix, energy bars, whatever you want really) Small first aid kit (Band-Aids, tape, gauze, anti bite,) Lighter/matches Hat or Buff Water (1l approx.) Signalling device (whistle) Cell phone 

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First snowfall of the season at Grouse Mountain! A layer of white blankets the Peak of Vancouver (North Vancouver) It’s arrived: the first snowfall of the season! Today is an exciting day for local skiers and riders as the first flakes signal winter is just around the corner at Grouse Mountain. As of noon today we have received 2 cm of the flaky white stuff, and it continues to fall. With cool

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our tall grasses and trees this summer if you are out hiking - you might see a Marten skulking nearby! Douglas Squirrel Probably the most common mammal seen on Grouse Mountain is the Douglas Squirrel (Tamiasciurus douglasii). This chestnut brown, small sized squirrel, can be seen running around or charging up and down trees. Their high-pitched chirp is another sign that they are nearby - it is

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Grinder and Coola Emerge from Hibernation! A sure sign that spring has officially arrived at the Peak of Vancouver, our resident Grizzlies Grinder and Coola have excitedly emerged from hibernation this morning. This was the bears’ 16th hibernation period and the second longest since their arrival at the Grouse Mountain Refuge for Endangered Wildlife. Grinder and Coola’s habitat will be

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built around their sleeping den to keep snow away and allow them a safe spot to wander into to check outside conditions. The daylight hours have also been increasing, a signal to the bears that spring is near. It is normal in the spring for bears to leave the den to check local conditions and look to see if any food sources are available yet so Grinder and Coola are doing just as their wild cousins

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Bird Pass program again this year,” said Michael Cameron Grouse Mountain President. “We’ve been working on a number of initiatives for the upcoming season including significant slope grooming on Blazes and Expo, a new wall ride and enhanced features in Grouse Woods™ - our natural feature terrain park, improvements to recently introduced Peak Glades and Expo Glades as well as updates to Altitudes

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these athletes’ success! From January 13th through 26th, just “top up” your purchase on-site and it will be added to the donation being made by Grouse Mountain. It takes incredible personal commitment and perseverance as well as significant resources to compete on the world stage. Please take the opportunity to “top-up” your purchase and help these local athletes achieve even greater success.If you

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