Grouse Mountain Goes Smoke Free

May 31 is World ‘No Tobacco Day’. As such, Grouse Mountain will be entirely smoke-free this Saturday. This day marks the start of a campaign to become the first smoke-free mountain resort in BC. In collaboration with the Canadian Cancer Society, B.C. and Yukon Division, staff and guests will trade in cigarettes for twizzlers and wear 'kiss me I don't smoke' buttons to celebrate our tobacco-free environment.

As the largest youth employer on Vancouver's North Shore, and in seeing over 1.1 million visitors annually, we have the opportunity to make a significant impact. We are commited to the health and wellness of our employees. Smoking cessation products are provided for staff looking to quit. We also offer the opportunity to buddy up with a non-smoking colleague for support and encouragement. In addition, meeting set goals can include incentives such as paid days off and prizes.

While we are in full support of all staff wishing to quit, we want to extend this same support to our guests. It can be tricky to step out and take a strong stance such as this one, but the overall goal is to create a healthy environment for guests and staff. We want to celebrate the enjoyment of unspoiled nature that makes our province so special. With the right tools and a supportive approach, we are certain that we can inspire this commitment in everyone who steps foot onto the mountain.

Tobacco use remains the largest single preventable cause of death and disease, killing more than 6,000 British Columbians each year. Cigarette smoking causes about 30 per cent of cancers in Canada and more than 85 per cent of lung cancers. Second-hand smoke is also linked to the death of 140 British Columbians each year.

It is our hope that other companies will follow suit and join us in our commitment.

Think Sustainability Think Blue Grouse

At Grouse Mountain we practice green living and sustainability through our Blue Grouse philosopy. Grouse Mountain is a proud member of the Green Table Network, devoted to sustainable and responsible restaurant practices. We feel that eating out doesn’t have to cost the earth.

Grouse Mountain is also a part of the Ocean Wise program. Ocean Wise is a conservation program created to help restaurants and their customers make environmentally friendly seafood choices. To be sure you’re making the most responsible seafood choices; look for the Ocean Wise symbol on our menus at The Observatory and Altitudes Bistro. It’s your assurance that a seafood dish has been guaranteed ocean-friendly by the Vancouver Aquarium. So now you can enjoy a great meal – while doing your part to protect our oceans.

Visit BlueIsTheNewGreen.ca for more about Grouse Mountain's sustainability initiatives and the Blue Grouse philosophy.

Air Grouse mountain ziplines come to Vancouver in June 2008

Phase ONE is here! Gravity has been officially defied.

We are super excited to announce Phase ONE of Vancouver’s newest and most adrenaline-pumping adventure: Mountain Ziplining!

The Air Grouse experience puts you high above the alpine rainforest, careening through the air at speeds of more than 50 km/hour. Your 3-line adventure circuit will give you a unique perspective on the Blue Grouse Lake region of the mountain, combining heart pounding thrills with an exploration of BC’s breathtaking old-growth forests. Along the way you will learn about indigenous flora and fauna and its significance to First Nations people. Your aerial journey will culminate in a visit with our two orphaned grizzly bears.

And that is just phase ONE! ... there's more:

Phase TWO of the Air Grouse Mountain Zipline experience is coming in the Fall of 2008. This will be the most jaw-dropping, teeth-chattering zipline experience on the continent! There will be a special offer for Phase ONE participants, so be sure to get in on the action.

Phase ONE Mountain Zipline Details:
Times: Daily, 10am to 7pm
Cost: $70 (includes Skyride & Zip circuit) or $40 for Grouse Mountain Members
Approximate duration of tour: 1 hour.

Book today by calling 604.980.9311.

Summer kicks off this weekend at The Peak of Vancouver!

In summertime, the days are longer atop Grouse Mountain. Good thing, considering all the activities we have to offer. From roaming grizzly bears to heart-pounding paragliding, to world-famous lumberjack shows to dining on Vancouver's best patio, the adventures in Vancouver’s favourite backyard playground are non-stop. The season officially kicks off this Saturday, May 17th.

Click here, for the roster of daily activities, and bring up your friends and family!

Next weekend, on Saturday, May 24th, North Vancouver's "Lynn Valley Black Bear Band" will be playing on the mountaintop from 1:00-2:00pm. Come for the entertainment! The Black Bear Band features contemporary show tunes like Dreamgirls and Pirates of the Caribbean, family favourites from the Tijuana Brass, and even an original song by local composer and Black Bear Band member, John Michael Park.

This special one-time event is a great addition to our already amazing lineup of daily entertainment, so be sure to pick up a Grouse Mountain Membership so you can keep visiting again and again.