Cliffwalk at Capilano Suspension Bridge (North Vancouver)

There’s a number of reasons why I love the Capilano Suspension Bridge and their family of businesses. One of them is the fact that the management team has always been kind to me, and has partnered with me in previous occasions for giveaways and other projects. Another one because it’s one of those iconic attractions that always seems to captivate my guests and visitors. And more lately, because they’ve been kind enough to give me a family pass to give away for CLIFFWALK at the Capilano Suspension Bridge.

At 300 feet (91 metres) above Capilano River, CLIFFWALK is an adrenaline-pumping series of narrow suspended stairs, bridges and walkways. A signature u-shaped bridge cantilevered over the river canyon and glass-bottomed decks highlight the 700 foot (213 metre) journey, offering spectacular river, canyon and rainforest views. Educational signage with ecological information from the David Suzuki Foundation also provides guests with background on the previously unexplored environment.

CLIFFWALK, along with the iconic Capilano Suspension Bridge, award-winning Treetops Adventure, Kia’palano, the Totem Park, interpretive exhibits and tours, seasonal entertainment and Raptors Ridge, completes a multi-faceted experience highlighting BC culture, history and nature. In addition, guests can also enjoy shopping at the Trading Post Gift Shop and dining at the Bridge House Restaurant, Canyon Cafe and Loggers’ Grill.

This giveaway is prized at $130 and it’s good for any time after the attraction is opened (June 6th was the opening).

There’s quite an interesting number of historical tidbits about the Capilano Suspension Bridge.

n 1888, George Grant Mackay, a Scottish civil engineer and land developer, arrived in the young city of Vancouver in Canada. Mackay purchased 6,000 acres of dense forest on either side of Capilano River and built a cabin on the very edge of the canyon wall. The bridge, and Mackay’s cabin, became a popular destination for adventurous friends, dubbed Capilano Tramps. After his death, the hemp rope bridge was replaced by a wire cable bridge in 1903.

Edward Mahon arrived in Vancouver in 1888. and began mining operations in the Nelson-Slocan area, naming the camp Castlegar after his ancestral home in Ireland. Returning to Vancouver, he set about purchasing and developing land and businesses on the North Shore, among them Capilano Suspension Bridge.

To enter my giveaway all you need to tell me is what’s your favorite thing to do when outdoors , whether it is with your family or alone. In fact, since my Mom is coming in less than 2 weeks, I’m totally taking her to Cliffwalk at Capilano Suspension Bridge. I will draw random one random winner from all entries on Tuesday June 28th at 2pm.

An additional entry can be earned by posting the following on Twitter:

Told @hummingbird604 & @capsuspbridge my favorite outdoors activity 2 enter 2 win CLIFFWALK passes. What’s yours? http://is.gd/4QxHk9

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