Grouse Mountain Skiing and Snowboarding

Daniel took the kids to Grouse Mountain yesterday, where he shockingly expresses that it was the best snow he has ever been on....the weather, 18C, snowboarders where dancing the hills shirtless! The winds were as warm as a summer's lake boat ride, he says, as you somehow manifest yourself into an ice rink full of ice skaters, then a sleigh ride. What a glorious day.

Vancouver was covered in fog, thick clouds, as shown in the photos, and only those skiiers on Grouse were lucky enough to catch some sun. The clouds almost look like snow, a continuous ski run....















Following is copied from http://www.britishcolumbia.com/Ski/resorts/?id=4 for further info about Grouse Mountain.

At Grouse Mountain, on Vancouver's North Shore, the snow hills are made for thrills. Grouse Mountain offers outdoor adventures for everyone, including helicopter rides with breathtaking views of B.C.'s incredible mountains and valleys. The ultimate challenge awaits skiers and boarders on the Peak, and the snowboard park features a challenging mix of terrain.

Just a short distance from the Peak Chalet, you'll find yourself a world away in the Munday Alpine Snowshoe Park. With four different groomed trails to choose from, you'll discover something new each time you visit, and discover why snowshoeing is the fastest growing outdoor winter activity.

The famous Grouse Mountain Skyride provides a one-mile journey like no other. As you journey up the mountainside high above towering Douglas firs, breathtaking views unfold of snowy peaks, the city of Vancouver, the sparkling Pacific Ocean, and the Gulf Islands. North America's largest aerial tramway is your gateway to the majestic nature of the Peak of Vancouver, and an experience in itself. Whether you're in search of the perfect photo, or a romantic dinner at The Observatory, your adventure begins with the Skyride. Your General Admission provides you with complimentary access to a host of activities and excitement on top of Grouse Mountain.

There's no better way to experience winter than skating in the fresh mountain air on a smooth outdoor ice skating rink high above the city. So grab your skates and go for a glide on Grouse Mountain's 8,000-square-foot Ice Skating Pond - the only one of its kind on the West Coast. Come up for a romantic evening for two or a fun-filled day with the kids. The Ice Skating Pond is just a few steps from the warmth of the Peak Chalet, surrounded by snow-topped trees.

Bring winter alive on an enchanting sleigh ride through Grouse Mountain's snowy paradise. Take friends and family on a memorable journey around the mountaintop through snow-covered forests. You can also experience unforgettable sightseeing high above the peaks of Vancouver's North Shore Mountains in a helicopter ride of a lifetime. Helijet offers breathtaking tours that begin at The Peak of Vancouver.