Though we didn't ascend Grouse Mountain, nor go on the skyride, we walked around the cafe area where the skyride booths are and hiked a little along the trail before turning back. Apparently, the rides are charged for the trip from the base to the top. Hikers who ascend by foot can take the ride to come down free of charge.
The Grouse Mountain Refuge for Endangered Wildlife has built a home for grey wolves that have retired from the movie industry. As they were raised by humans, they cannot be released into the wild. The habitat were double fenced-in for protection of both visitors and wolves. Thick lushes of grass covered the habitat. Initially, we took the trail right beside the parking lot to get to the habitat. However, the wolves were found resting at the far corner of the habitat. We later found another spot at one end of the parking lot where we could come face-to-face with these magnificent animals. Their fur, thick and white, made a beautiful contrast to the lush green of the vegetation. I can see why there were stars. As I watched them, I felt entranced by their grace, power and regality.
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