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next three...Meet the Ambassadors Andrea JohbAn avid grinder since 2005, needless to say the Grouse Grind is one of my favorite hobbies. Each year brings a greater personal challenge with 2012 being my largest goal of 150 grinds. Living in downtown Vancouver, going to Grouse Mountain is the perfect escape from my busy lifestyle. In addition to hiking almost every day, I work at Joey's Restaurant, am

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, I still found myself grinning from ear to ear. Coming in six minutes and fifteen seconds faster than my 2011 time and achieving my own personal best time of 1:32 was and is an amazing high, especially for a kid who two years ago was setting out to beat cheeseburger eating records.If it wasn’t memorable enough to see that clock time as I crossed the finish line, I realized another sensation while

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bears and cougars would be afraid of us and would make themselves scarce and that there were many people on the trails and lots of trees if needed. My step-father got pretty winded the first 1/4 so we told him to take it easy and made him drink some water. Well, they made it up in 2.5 hours which I thought was very good. At the top, we enjoyed a nice lunch, wine and the spectacular view and

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Magnussen Foundation’s Skater Development Program by hosting a series of complimentary skate lessons as well as an Ice Show held on December 15 featuring the top B.C., National and International skaters. Proceeds from skate rentals are also donated to the Karen Magnussen Foundation and have helped to raise thousands of dollars over the past number of years in an effort to put more of BC’s youth on the

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New Year. New Goals. Resolve to get fit and have fun in 2012 For many of us, New Year’s Eve also means making some New Year’s resolutions. For those looking to put fitness first-and-foremost, we have some ideas that can help make that resolution both specific and fun!Our Snowshoe Clinics begin the weekend of January 7/8. With options for Beginners, Ladies (Only), or those looking for Race

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Mother's Day Brunch April 14, 2008, North Vancouver BC Sweep Mom off her feet and up the Grouse Mountain skyride to enjoy a specially prepared Mother’s Day Brunch. With the city beneath you, Chef Dino L. Gazzola has prepared a delectable spread fit for a queen. General Admission is included in brunch prices which enable visitors to enjoy the many mountaintop activities. This includes the Theatre

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Grouse Mountain Moment Contest - Aug. 4 Congratulations to Donna Bogyo from Delta Donna's Best Grouse Moment was... About a generation ago, the Grouse Mountain Skyride was a new attraction in Vancouver. The Grouse Nest Restaurant was among the premier locations for scenic views of Vancouver and stellar romantic dinners. In the early 1970s it never occurred to us that anyone would every elect to

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exciting festival beginning on Saturday, November 28th. As part of Vancouver’s favourite holiday tradition, guests can visit Santa's Workshop and meet real reindeer, or experience the tranquil beauty of skating on our 8,000 square foot mountaintop ice skating pond. Visitors can also learn more about Santa's reindeer at our daily ranger interpretive talks or take a photo with Santa to keep as a memento

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Prepare for a race by... Relaxing? Well, not exactly, but alternating days of rest are some of the most important steps leading up to a race... Seek the Peak is just over a month away. I'd assume that most of you who are already registered for the race have begun some hill climbs, interval training or heck, maybe tightening your glutes on the Stairmaster for the Grouse Grind portion of the course

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Snowshoe Grind offers new fitness challenge Discover why it’s the fastest growing winter sport Grouse Mountain, North Vancouver, B.C. – Love the Grouse Grind? Looking for a winter alternative to keep fit in the outdoors? Set your time on the new Snowshoe Grind open today. Escape into the serene beauty of a natural winter playground that begins a few steps away from the Peak Chalet. Hike solo or

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