The Grouse Grind might be closed for the season, but that doesn鈥檛 mean Vancouverites can鈥檛 get their grind on 鈥� there鈥檚 another staircase to climb.
Vancouverites can grind it out up 600-plus stairs in the heart of downtown next month. The Harbour Centre and the 麻豆传媒映画Lookout is inviting community members to get their heart rates up by climbing the 鈥� the stairs to the iconic 麻豆传媒映画Lookout.
The sixth annual Urban Grind returns on successive Tuesdays throughout March. With the way the calendar falls this year, there will be five Tuesdays for Vancouverites to enjoy the sweaty challenge.
If you鈥檙e a glutton for punishment, you can continue to climb the 633 stairs as many times as you want during the two-hour jaunt, which runs 4:30 to 6:30 p.m. weekly. Plus, on March 31, timing chips will be available for people who want to race to the top or set a personal record.
Climbers will have to complete about four and a half rounds for it to be comparable to the North Shore Grind鈥檚 2,830 steps.
While it鈥檚 hard work, you鈥檒l be rewarded at the top with a stunning 360潞 view of Vancouver, a refreshing beer and entertainment.
Every participant will also receive a $5 Harbour Centre Food Court voucher to redeem at any of the food court vendors on site.
Coat check is by donation and all proceeds will go to mental health initiatives via the Kettle Society.
When: Every Tuesday in March 鈥� March 3, 10, 17, 24 and 31 from 4:30 p.m. to 6:30 p.m.
Where: Harbour Centre lobby 鈥� 555 West Hastings St.
Cost: $5 (includes unlimited circuits between 4.30 p.m. 鈥� 6.30 p.m.)
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