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other shelter from the weather. Interestingly enough, while they used to also nest on cliff faces, they have come to rely on man-made structures and now nest exclusively on them. After hatching, young Barn Swallows grow quickly, with both the adult male and female birds feeding them, and after 18-23 days the young are ready to leave the nest. We've been watching one nest that was constructed on top of

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Bears Build Bed Close to hibernation now! On Thursday morning, November 18th, Grinder and Coola suddenly decided it was time to build their hibernation bed! We had provided them with lots of nice soft fir branches a couple weeks before hand but they had gone largely ignored until today. The trigger for their bed building was probably our dropping temperatures and our first serious dump of snow

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The Eye of the Wind - Overview Almost no one has been this close to one. For the most part, wind turbines appear to us in magazine articles or on television documentaries perhaps. But very few people have seen a wind turbine up close. And, until now, almost nobody on the planet has been able to say they’ve been inside one – let alone that they’ve been to the top of one. The Eye of the Wind is a

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Avid Grouse Grinders Raise a Mountain of Money for B.C. Children’s Hospital November 16, 2011, Grouse Mountain, North Vancouver B.C. - The Grouse Grind community came together this year for another great season on North America’s most hiked trail in an effort to raise valuable funds for B.C. Children’s Hospital. Grouse Mountain and B.C. Children’s Hospital are pleased to announce that the

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Season’s best ski and snowboard conditions Peak of Vancouver offers abundance of snow and activities for enthusiasts. March 18, 2008, Grouse Mountain, North Vancouver, B.C. – Snow enthusiasts can revel in the thrilling experience of winter over Spring Break, and enjoy excellent conditions at Grouse Mountain. A total of 90 cm of fresh powder has fallen in the past five days, bringing the total

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Father's Day Brunch Treat Dad to a Day at the Peak of Vancouver On June 19th, give the Dad in your life an exclusive dining experience served high above the City of Vancouver. Our award-winning culinary team has created a delectable Father’s Day Brunch consisting of a 3-course prix fixe menu that is sure to delight even the most discerning Dad’s palate. Reserve your table today, and make this

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support of SOS Children’s Village. This winter tradition is now in its 18th year and supports charitable giving, while ensuring a wonderful time for all involved with decorative trees on display in the Spirit Gallery. Families can also book in to have breakfast with Santa complete with a buffet and children’s entertainment and Grouse Mountain will again be helping to perfect everyone’s on-ice skills

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Winter Workouts Are Back! The Snowshoe Grind launches for the 2011/12 season We know you all love the Grouse Grind but you don't have to stop your fitness regime now that winter is here. Grouse Mountain is pleased to announce that our great outdoor workout challenge for the winter season, the Snowshoe Grind, is officially back in action. Hike solo or bring friend and family to tackle the 5.1

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makes you feel like signing up for your own challenges, register for Seek the Peak here.We are also having Columbia Race Clinic sessions that begin today, May 1st! Also, follow me on Twitter:@jodiecks

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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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