What’s Groomed in Jackson Hole/Teton Valley?
See real-time grooming in the Jackson Hole/Teton Valley region. Find all the latest grooming & fresh groomed tracks. Plan your next Nordic Adventure with ease.
Tune in for the Daily Nordic Report on 89.1 KHOL
KHOL and JH Nordic are both valuable resources to our community here in the Jackson Hole/ Teton Valley/Greater Teton region of Wyoming and Idaho area, and thanks to mutual sponsorship, their services are extending even further in 2023.
Thanks to the relationship between JH Nordic and 89.1 KHOL, listeners can tune into the JH Nordic Daily Trail Report which is read on-air every morning. The report notifies listeners about trail conditions and what has been groomed in the Jackson Hole area, allowing listeners to better plan their cross-country ski excursions.
There’s Always Something to Do!
There are a couple of Nordic Events you might be interested in attending today and next Saturday:
Women’s Skate Ski Clinic at Teton Pines: If you’d like to improve your skate skiing, join instructor Kim Springer at Teton Pines TODAY from 10AM-11:30AM. We’ll practice basic balance and progress to more advanced techniques. All abilities are welcome but previous skate skiing experience is necessary. $50(includes trail pass for the day), call Teton Pines Nordic (307) 732-4130 to register.
TVTAP Ski With a Buddy: Join the Teton Nordic Ski School Ski instructors for a fun day out on the Alta Nordic Trails TODAY from 11AM-2PM. Instructors will provide free 15-minute “Tip Lessons” (at 11:15 & 12:15) and introduce you to others who are excited to Nordic ski this winter. Lessons will be for skate or classic skiing. No pre-registration is necessary- just show up with your gear, ready to enjoy winter.
2023 Spud Chase Next Weekend!
The race is coming up one week from today, and the extended forecast is showing to have excellent weather on race day! High of 24 degrees and a low of 14 degrees with light winds and a chance of afternoon snow showers.
If you have not signed up, the link is below. All registration fees increase after midnight tonight January 14, 2023.
Know before you go: Winter hiking tips from the National Park Service
By Buckrail
MOOSE, Wyo. — With winter in full swing, the National Park Service (NPS) is reminding park users of some general safety tips before they head out on a hiking endeavor this season.
“Hiking in winter can be a beautiful thing, there’s nothing like the hush that falls while snow blankets a forest,” said NPS. “But remember when you head outdoors you leave behind the established comforts of home: food and water; shelter from the sun, wind and weather; and easy access to emergency services.”
Keep the following tips in mind before heading out in winter weather conditions:
- Snowshoes and traction devices are recommended on ice and snow.
- In winter, some trails are not marked or maintained. Route-finding skills are important, don’t rely on others’ tracks which can lead you astray.
- Know your route. Snow-covered landscapes look very different than in summer. Snow can be deep once you are off-trail.
- Keep off the ice. Streams and lakes can have thin ice and be very dangerous.
- Be avalanche aware. Check with your park for the latest safety information and avalanche forecast.
- Always be willing to turn around. Weather and trails conditions can change quickly as snow falls and melts.
- Watch for wildlife. Always keep your distance and practice safe wildlife viewing practices.
Trail Creek
Grooming Daily
Last Update: 1/13
Miles of Quiet Trails!
With a soft gray ski, no wind, very pleasant temperatures, and few skiers so far, it looks to be a great day to ski at Trail Creek. This afternoon will be pretty quiet as well since many of the high school skiers are off to Lander for a Wyoming High School Nordic competition. Lander has an informative website online for the event with a promise of results being posted soon after racing finishes up today and tomorrow; check it out at the Lander Nordic Race link.
Today at Trail Creek the Husky was once again hard at it, buffing out pretty much every trail. The really warm temps forecast earlier in the week ended up being not quite so warm and cloudier. The result being that the potentially icy conditions were avoided with conditions remaining quite pristine today. Most classic tracks were in good shape so were only reset on the narrower trails, allowing the Husky to focus on skate lanes. Double passes did occur in some of the field trails, Moose Loop, and Black Hole. Time was taken today to trim some of the branches which have gotten closer to the trails due to the ever deepening snow.
The critter count was good today with a typical moose sighting as well as a flock of grouse on Suicide. By the way, now one has claimed the missing boot from yesterday, it is pictured above if it is yours.
Finally you may have read this elsewhere, but a recent article highlights how well Lena Poduska has been doing so far this year as well as highlights from the recent national championships in Michigan. Click on this link to read the entire article if you haven’t seen it already.
Groomer’s choice for today is Black Hole.
Teton Co./Jackson Parks & Rec
Grooming Today: Emily’s Pond Levee, High School Fields, Stilson Loop, Wilson Centennial Trail
Last Update: 1/13
Our groomer is back up and running. Cache creek and May park have been groomed and are in great shape. Game creek will be done around 10:45.
Cache Creek Singletrack
Groomed by Friends of Pathways
Grooming Schedule: As Needed
Last Update: 1/10
The trails in Cache Creek are freshly groomed this morning after the recent snow. I’ll do another touch up lap tomorrow.
Teton Pines Nordic
Grooming Daily
Last Update: 1/13
Join Kim Springer for a Women’s skate skiing clinic TODAY at Teton Pines. Please call the shop to sign up! The clinic is $50 and includes your daily trail pass for skiing after the clinic. Clinic time is 10-11:30am. All abilities are welcome but previous skate skiing experience is necessary.
We are open daily to the public for skiing. Click here for our current trails grooming and conditions: https://nordic-pulse.com/ski-areas/US/WY/Teton-Pines-Nordic-Center We offer private skate and classic skiing lessons daily, skate/classic ski rental packages, and bc xc rentals for the park. We are open 9am-4pm. Please call to book lessons and with any other questions.
Note—We have a new shop phone number this season: (307) 732-4130
Shooting Star
Grooming Daily
Last Update: 1/13
It’s Friday the 13th and Nordic conditions are scary good! Expect warmer temperatures and light snow showers through Monday. Please note that the snowcat/pistenbully’s joystick for controlling the front plow blade malfunction today and we should have a new joystick here sometime next week. With the current forecast, skiers likely won’t notice any difference with conditions while we wait on the part. Where the blade is vital, is during drifty/heavy snow events or when icy conditions develop, and we’ll send additional updates if this occurs. Daily grooming will continue as normal, just we won’t be able to aggressively use our front blade for several days. Overall, skiing should be very enjoyable.
Grand Teton National Park
Grooming: Tuesday, Friday, Sunday
Last Update: 1/13
Another great day of grooming in GTNP!
Turpin Meadow Ranch
Grooming Daily
Last Update: 1/13
The skate lane was reset last night with the ginzu. All of the trails are in superb condition heading into the long weekend!
Turpin Meadow Ranch is open to all for skiing, lodging, dining, Nordic lessons, and tours! Ours is a short season so be sure to plan a visit this winter between now and March 13, 2022. Call the office (307) 543-2000 or visit our website to book your adventure and/or meal
Please support TVTAP winter trail grooming on your favorite TV winter trails by purchasing a TVTAP Trail sticker Please remember to manage your dogs and respect dog and wildlife closures. Buy a dog trail sticker, too!
Grand Targhee
Grooming Schedule: Sunday, Tuesday, Thursday, & Saturday
Last Updated: 1/13
Classic Track: Not Set | Fat Bike Trails: Closed | Snowshoe Trails: Open
No new snow to report this morning. We may see subtle snow showers throughout the afternoon into this evening. As we head into the weekend, expect highs in the upper 30’s and lows in the upper 20’s. Cloudy coverage and low winds.
Remember, singletracks will be closed when there is more than 3 inches of snow in a 24 hour period.
Alta Track
Grooming Schedule: Tuesday, Thursday, & Sunday
Last Updated: 1/12
Skate: Set | Classic: Set
Set classic and skate tracks. They packed down well and the snow is fast. Should be good skating today.
Driggs
Grooming Schedule: Monday, Wednesday & Friday
Last Updated: 1/13
Skate: Set | Classic: Set
The skate track smoothed out beautifully. I left the classic track as is.
Sherman Park
Grooming Schedule: Monday, Wednesday & Friday
Last Updated: 1/13
Skate: Set | Classic: Set
Both classic and skate tracks were reset. Skating should be great if it doesn’t get too warm. Classic track will probably be soft but ski well. Single track was also freshen’d up…watch over by cell towers and home run fence as it is soft. Enjoy
Teton Canyon
Grooming Schedule: Monday, Wednesday, Friday & Saturday
Last Updated: 1/13
Skate: Set | Classic: Set
Friday: Plan to reset both skate and classic tracks this morning. Should be finished by 9am.
Trail Etiquette: Please keep your dogs leashed in the parking lot and be sure to clean up after them!
Southern Valley Nordic
Grooming Schedule: Tuesday, Friday & Sunday
Last Updated: 1/12
Skate: Set | Classic: Set
Will begin grooming after five this evening. I’ll report again and let you know how everything turned out but it should be great for the morning!
No dogs December 1 – April 15.
Teton Reserve Nordic
Grooming Schedule: Monday, Thursday & Saturday
Last Updated: 1/12
Skate: Set | Classic: Set
Thursday morning I was able to reset both skate and double classic track which turned out beautifully. We have added a few connector trails in preparation for the spud chase event. Please do not travel off of groomed trails as there are sensitive areas Teton reserve golf course does not want travelers on. Thank you. Enjoy the glide.
Southern Valley Singletrack
Grooming Schedule: As needed
Last Updated: 1/12
Singletrack: Set
Thursday, mid morning I was able to groom, happy hour, powerline all the way to lower Ladyslipper, upper and lower Ladyslipper, and Nemo with multiple passes. Expect soft conditions for the next day and a half. That temperatures will be above freezing. It should set up well overnight so get your ride in early and late. Enjoy the ride.
No dogs December 1 – April 15.
Darby Canyon
Grooming Schedule: As needed
Groomed by USFS
Last Updated: 1/13
Friday the thirteenth. We groomed to summer trail head. It is in great shape.
Rammell Mountain
Grooming Schedule: As needed
Groomed by USFS
Last Updated: 1/12
Groomed 1/12 PM.
South Leigh Road
Grooming Schedule: As needed
Groomed by USFS
Last Updated: 1/9
Groomed 1/9 enjoy.
Pinnacle Trail
Grooming Schedule: As needed
Groomed by USFS
Last Updated: 1/5
Groomed 1/5 afternoon
Mark your calendar so you don’t miss out on all the wonderful events coming up! Explore the highlighted events below or find more events on our website at https://jhnordic.com/events/
TVTAP “Ski With a Buddy”
Saturday January 14th | Alta Track | 11AM – 2PM
January Women’s Skate Ski Clinic
Saturday, January 14 | 10AM – 11:30AM
Teton Pines Nordic Center
If you’d like to improve your skate skiing, join us at Teton Pines on Saturday. We’ll practice basic balance and progress to more advanced techniques. All abilities are welcome. $50(includes trail pass for the day).
Nordic Masters Clinic
Thursdays – from Mid December to late February
Thursday, January 19 – Classic Ski at Teton Pines Nordic Center Thursday, January 26 – Skate Ski at Teton Pines Nordic Center
The JHSC would like to encourage participants to pre-register/pre-pay for the clinics, including drop-ins.
Join us this winter season to increase your ski speed, stamina, and strength. Work on your technique and form with professional tips and exercises from USSA certified coaches. Stay and ski all day with your clinic ski pass at Teton Pines Nordic Center or Trail Creek Nordic Center (we will ski at both locations through out the winter to provide a variety of terrain and technique).
Banff Film Festival
February 10th and 11th, 2023
Jackson Hole High School
Skinny Skis presents two showings of the Banff Mountain Film Festival. The showings will be a fundraiser for the Friends of the Bridger Teton. Tickets now on sale at Skinny Skis!
28th Annual Skinny Skis Moose Chase Nordic Ski Race
Saturday, February 11th, 2023 | 10:00AM
Trail Creek Nordic Center
THE MOOSE CHASE PRESENTED BY SKINNY SKIS IS BACK! After a four year hiatus, we are bringing back this community nordic event at Trail Creek on Saturday, February 11th. We would love to see all families, club athletes, and nordic community members on the start line to celebrate cross-country skiing in Jackson Hole. Parents are encouraged to race or volunteer, and we will be sending out volunteer shifts to sign up for shortly. We will have 20k, 10k, 5k, 3k, and free 0.5k options that accommodate all ages and abilities. Every athlete from Lollipoppers to Devos to Prep/Comp should plan on attending this event! We will have a food and awards following race completion at Trail Creek.
We’d love to hear about your outdoor adventures, what your doing to stay healthy, safe, respectful of community health guidelines – send pictures or post on FB and Insta – #JHNordic
