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Official Grinder
needed to stop, I was already tired and felt very nauseous. If it wasn’t for my friend I would have turned around! As I climbed I could not believe the variety of terrain, the sheer steepness and the wide range of people that were climbing it which gave me hope that I could finish. When I reached the half way point I felt a huge sense of accomplishment and knew if I could make it this far I could
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Grouse Mountain Moment Contest - Aug. 4
voluntarily walk up to the mountain summit. Back then the only "grind" we knew of was the sort that we put in our electric coffee percolators. Very competent engineers had given Vancouver a first-rate cable car ride up the face of a local ski hill. Why would anyone consider another means of scaling Grouse Mountain? On warm summer evenings, adorned in polyester leisure suits, floor length dresses and
https://www.grousemountain.com/news/grouse-mountain-moment-contest-aug-4
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Hundreds attend Mountain Run
committed to supporting this popular community event that promotes a healthy lifestyle for people of all ages. Over 100 BMO employees took part in the race. 2008 RESULTS 2008 Winners Time Overall men: 1. Sebastian Salas 28:02 2. Morgan Titus 28:19 3. Gavin Hamilton 28:47 Overall women: 1. Leanne Johnston 31:29 2. Kristina Rody 34:15 3. Shannon Back 35:37 Full race results can be viewed
https://www.grousemountain.com/press_releases/hundreds-attend-mountain-run
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Get Ready. Gear Up
soft, sometimes slick surfaces that will require you to exude some extra energy into the concentration of each and every step you take. Once you have conquered a few runs you’ll notice your pace and awareness sharpen and you’ll be blazing trails in no time. Posture is key...Running these types of trails and taking down some of the steeps that exist on the shore will leave the best runners short of
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Vancouver’s favourite holiday tradition
Vancouver’s favourite holiday tradition November 29, 2008, Grouse Mountain, North Vancouver, B.C. – Usher in the spirit of holiday season at the Peak of Christmas festivities opening this weekend at Grouse Mountain. 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
https://www.grousemountain.com/press_releases/vancouver%E2%80%99s-favourite-holiday-tradition
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Artists For Conservation Festival 2011
conservation and preservation of flora and fauna at risk”, explains Grouse Mountain Veterinarian and Refuge Director, Dr. Ken Macquisten.“ Art can have powerful emotional impact, and this Festival's setting on the Mountain will enhance the inspirational messages of the artist’s work. Guests will get to meet our live wildlife ambassador Tyto, the barn owl, and will be similarly moved by his close presence
https://www.grousemountain.com/press_releases/artists-for-conservation-festival-2011
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Seafood smarts win top honours
their patrons not only with the freshest and highest quality, but also the most ocean-friendly, sustainably sourced seafood possible.Grouse Mountain pursues all manner of sustainability endeavours, guided by a principle of balance in environmental and ecological terms. The resort is also a member of the Green Table Network, which is devoted to sustainable and responsible restaurant practices
https://www.grousemountain.com/press_releases/seafood-smarts-win-top-honours
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Meet the Ambassadors
climb.Before my decision to get back into sports by training on the Grind, I was not really a couch potato, but I was definitely not an athlete either. Now, when I am not training on Grouse Mountain, I am teaching dance fitness classes, lifting weights with friends or team mates at the community centre gym, training with the Norwesters track club or racing (mostly sprints). In the winter, I enjoy
https://www.grousemountain.com/posts/meet-the-ambassadors--2
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It's Time to Grind Up the Pace of Summer!
group of avid Grinders will then tackle the hike to get the campaign off to a roaring start. Last year, 4535 Grinds helped to raise $172,000 and this year’s campaign is aiming to double this effort with a goal of $350,000. “Last year was a phenomenal success for our first Grind For Kids initiative and we hope that as the popularity of the Grouse Grind increases year by year so do our fundraising
https://www.grousemountain.com/press_releases/its-time-to-grind-up-the-pace-of-summer
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Columbia Race Clinic Information, Seek the Peak
and 2009, as well as the Boston Marathon 2011. She also maintains a dedicated yoga practice and is thrilled to be involved with Seek the Peak Relay 2012 training. Timberly George Guest Appearance on June 12th Timberly holds her post-graduate diploma from Sport Physiotherapy Canada and works as a Sport Physiotherapist at City Sports & Physiotherapy Clinic in downtown Vancouver. She is very
https://www.grousemountain.com/posts/columbia-race-clinic-information-seek-the-peak