Let's go for a fitness lap up Grouse Grind. 

======== Hiking and Meet-up Plan =======

The plan is hike on your own on the Grouse Grind and meet at around 7 pm at the Altitude Bistro - the restaurant at the top of Grouse.

We will hang out at the patio till about 8 pm or 8:30 pm and take the gondola down. 

You could decide your hiking start time based on the car drive and your hiking speed. 

You are also welcome to hike down BCMC trail. In that case you would either miss our social gathering or have to hike down in the dark. Please be prepared accordingly.

If you arrive at the top first, please grab a table at the restaurant (preferably on the patio) and send a message to the group chat, so we could come and find you.

Send a text to the group chat or me when you are at the trailhead and the ETA at the top, so we know when to expect you.

======== Important Notes =======

I am posting this trip as a fitness lap and post social together, not as a guided or introductory hike.

So you should be comfortable with hiking on your own and able to finish the hike within 2 hours. 

Many people hike up Grouse Grind alone on the first time, as it is a busy trail with lots of people around. But in the end it is your own ability and comfortable level to make the decision. 

======== Trip Planning and Communication=======

WhatsApp Group chat is my preferred method for trip communication/planning.

Please join in the group chat if you can (see BCMC Planning Forum for the link to join).

I understand and respect that some people are anti phone apps and don't want to use WhatsApp.

In that case fee free to post via BCMC Planning Forum or send me text/email directly. Chances are that you will miss the group discussions and will only be notified with the final plan decided by the majority of the group. 

=========My plan=========

Personally, I will be leaving Kits Vancouver around 5 PM and aim to start hiking at 5:45 ~ 6 pm ish. 

I could pick you up along the way.