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mission in two hours by searching for clues on the city ’ s streets , including historic Gastown . Groups leave daily from downtown . Reservations required ( year-round ). Age 12 +. $ 25 . 604-328- 2207 . www . vancouvermysteries . com Map 1 : B6
Golf FURRY CREEK GOLF AND COUNTRY
CLUB A spectacular 18-hole course situated on a mountainside overlooking Howe Sound ( to Oct ). Sea to Sky Grill on-site . Off Hwy 99 , north of Lions Bay , 45 minutes north of downtown , 50 minutes south of Whistler . 150 Country Club Rd ., Furry Creek . 604-896-2224 or toll-free 1-888-922-9462 . www . golfbc . com Map 2 : B8
UNIVERSITY GOLF CLUB Beautiful treed 18-hole par-72 course on
University of BC lands ( year-round ). Excellent golf shop . Call or book online to confirm space . 5185 University Blvd . 604-224-1818 . www . universitygolf . com � Map 4 : D2
Mountains GROUSE MOUNTAIN Panoramic views unfold as the Skyride aerial tram whisks visitors 1,130 m ( 3,700 ft ) above the city to the mountaintop chalet . The Refuge for Endangered Wildlife shelters a timber wolf , two orphaned grizzly bears , raptors and hummingbirds . Summer activities include ziplining , guided eco-walks , lumberjack shows , tandem paragliding , helicopter tours , chairlift rides and hiking . Hiking trails for all levels , including the Grouse Grind , a challenging 2.9-km ( 1.8-mi ) hike up the mountain ’ s face . Skyride departs every
15 minutes ( year-round ). Free shuttle from Canada Place ( to Sep ). Top of Capilano Rd ., North Vancouver . 604- 980-9311 . www . grousemountain . com Map 4 : A4
WHISTLER BLACKCOMB Ride up Whistler mountain from the middle of the Bavarian-style village full of shops , restaurants , accommodation and plenty of indoor / outdoor activities . In summer , explore the hiking trails on both mountains , the bike park on Whistler Mountain or the Family Adventure Zone at the base of Blackcomb Mountain . Hop aboard the Peak 2 Peak gondola , with 28-person cabins travelling a 4.4-km ( 2.7-mi ), 11-minute ride on a suspended cable between the peaks of Whistler and Blackcomb mountains ( year-round ). Rates vary . Located 115 km north of Vancouver
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Wickaninnish Gallery
Native owned - est 1987 . Locally crafted jewellery , clothing , moccasins , dream catchers and art prints . Net Loft 604.681.1057 wickaninnishgallery . com
Bodacious
Caters to Your Curves ! Sizes 10-24 Featuring : Chalet , Joseph Ribkoff , Chloe Angus and more ! 109-1535 Johnston St . 604.688.8169 bodacious . ca
Wild Whales Vancouver Guaranteed sightings Experience the thrill of a lifetime of unobstructed viewing of whales , porpoises , seals , sea lions and birds . 3-7 hour professional guided tours through the Gulf Islands . Our flexible trips and fast boats ( choice of open or semi-covered ) cover the largest area in our industry . Reserve online : whalesvancouver . com 604.699.2011 | 1806 Mast Tower Rd .
Alarte Silks
Discover our open studio / gallery of handpainted , handpleated silk scarves and dresses .
1369 Railspur Alley 778.370.4304 alartesilks . com
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