| There are many breathtaking, scenic landmarks to visit | | | | progression level. Grouse Mountain also offers a |
| in Vancouver, BC, but Grouse Mountain is one of the | | | | variety of educational classes taught by world class |
| most popular. Situated in North Vancouver and close | | | | instructors from beginner to advanced. |
| to the equally famous Capilano Canyon suspension | | | | Don't have your gear? Feel free to step right into a |
| bridge, a day at Grouse Mountain will consist of a | | | | pair of lightweight Atlas Snowshoes from the Grouse |
| scenic cable car ride to the top of the mountain that | | | | Mountain rental shop where one can also rent |
| takes about 8 minutes and offers stunning and | | | | assorted ski and snowboard equipment. Are you |
| spectacular views of Vancouver and the surrounding | | | | unsure of the conditions? One can always contact |
| area as far as the eye can see. | | | | Grouse Mountain guest services at 604.980.9311 for up |
| As Vancouver is a hub of activity all year because of | | | | to date weather and mountain conditions. |
| its temperate climate, Grouse Mountain is a standard | | | | Other winter activities hosted on the mountain include |
| place to visit through all the seasons. There is plenty to | | | | things like the Skyride, ice slating, sleigh rides, the snow |
| do on Grouse Mountain from Summer to Winter and | | | | limousine, helicopter tours, a wildlife refuge, Theatre in |
| all seasons in between. In the winter one escape into | | | | the Sky and the annual Peak of Christmas - a |
| the serene beauty of a natural winter playground only | | | | favourite Vancouver holiday tradition with Santa Claus, |
| minutes away from golf courses and the ocean below. | | | | reindeer, ice skating, sleigh rides, carolers and classic |
| Just a short distance from the Peak Chalet, you'll find | | | | cartoons. |
| yourself a world away in the popular Munday Alpine | | | | Summer activities include a wildlife refuge which is |
| Snowshoe Park. There are a variety of different | | | | home to an assortment of animals like orphaned |
| groomed trails to choose from which guarantees that | | | | grizzly bears, grey wolves and a host of other species. |
| you'll discover something different each time you visit. | | | | This refuge is a world-renowned research, education, |
| One can also tour the professionally groomed beginner | | | | and conservation centre that is open for school field |
| and intermediate snowshoe trails of the Blue Grouse | | | | trips and to volunteers. The Adventures in Education |
| Loop, or head for Dam Mountain - a pristine loop of | | | | program is a highlight for any children's group or school. |
| three main trails that circle Dam Mountain and Thunder | | | | This program offers a wide variety of dynamic |
| Bird Ridge. You can find the trails very easily with | | | | educational and interactive mountain adventures that |
| clearly marked signs from the top of Grouse Mountain. | | | | include science, social studies and recreational |
| For the snowshoeing enthusiast, there are a variety of | | | | components. These programs help teachers meet |
| classes and courses offered in the winter months as | | | | curriculum objectives while providing students with |
| well, including: Beginner Snowshoe Clinics, Ladies Only | | | | hands-on, motivating and fun experiences. Programs |
| Snowshoe Clinics, Snowshoe Drop-In Nights, Race | | | | offered include wildlife education, First Nations' cultural |
| Prep Clinics and Snowshoe Fondue Tours. | | | | experiences, and recreational activities including ski and |
| The skiing and snowboard runs are spectacular and | | | | snowboard lessons, outdoor ice skating, nature hikes, |
| picturesque. As a leader and pioneer in the snow | | | | guided snowshoe tours, and Peak of Christmas |
| sports industry, Grouse Mountain offers world class | | | | festivities. |
| Freestyle Terrain facilities and expertise with its Parks, | | | | The trip to the top of the mountain is around $32 CAD |
| events, and team. Grouse Mountain is home to two | | | | (including tax) for an adult and includes everything you |
| main Terrain Park Zones that attract skiers and riders | | | | find at the top of the mountain. You can also go |
| of all ability levels and ages from across British | | | | parascending for an extra fee. Additionally, there are |
| Columbia and around the world. Whether you are new | | | | excellent restaurants and gift shop to pick out some |
| to freestyle terrain or you are a seasoned veteran, | | | | souvenirs of your trip. |
| you will find features that match your ability and | | | | |
