What’s Groomed in Jackson Hole/Teton Valley?
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Profiles in Nordic: In Their Own Words – Scott O’Brien
When Skinny Skis opened its doors in 1974, it would be one of the best things for the growing cross-country ski community in Jackson, Wyoming. While JH Nordic would serve as an educational resource and JH Ski & Snowboard Club mentored the next generation of skiers, Skinny Skis made sure cross-country skiers were properly outfitted for the trails.
In the midst of their flagship season, the Skinny Skis team is busy both selling and renting cross-country gear. On a cold morning in February, Scott O’Brien managed to find some time to sit down and talk with his friends at JH Nordic.
Congratulations Lena Poduska!
Lena Poduska placed 11th today in the Nordic Nations Championships in Jyvaskyla, Finland. This is a BIG deal for a Jackson skier to even qualify for let alone place 11th!
Lena, a sophomore on the JHSC Nordic Prep Team, qualified for the Cup in early January with her 7th-place finish in the Classic Mass Start at the US Cross Country Ski Championships. That finish at US Senior Nationals is all the more impressive when one considers that as a junior racer, Lena competed in a pool of 200 athletes, many of whom compete at the collegiate level.
She was fortunate to be coached there by Nordic Program Director, Will Wicherski, who was already slated to coach for the US Team at the event—it’s a bonus to have her there competing, he noted.
More Moose Chase Photos
Did you or anyone you know participate in the Moose Chase at Trail Creek Nordic Center last week? If so you will want to check out these high quality photos by Wayne Petsch, a JHSC Nordic parent. He is generous to photograph many of their events. Wayne has just shared his gallery from the Moose Chase with the ski club and hopes all participants get to see these photos. They are so fun, and as always, he says he wants everyone to enjoy them. Please visit the gallery and give Wayne credit for any use/posting of his photos. A huge thank you to Wayne Petsch for these beautiful event photos!
Trip Report: Nordic Skiing & Fat Biking at Turpin Meadow Ranch
Went up to Turpin yesterday with my girlfriend Jane G. Despite the cold, it was really fun. We skated the lower loops in the morning, had lunch, then hit the upper trails — she on her classic skis and me on my fat bike.
Talking with Turpin Meadow Ranch’s GM ( and welcoming Chief Host) we learned that TMR is now taking reservations for Winter 2023/2024.
The TMR staff have built an ice bar outside for the holiday weekend. What an energetic, fun group of workers! From Lori I.
Last New Moon Night Ski of the Season Tomorrow
Nordic skiing and fat biking isn’t over just because the sun went down! Join the energetic, fun crew at Turpin for a few laps after dark. This will be our last New Moon Night Ski of the season with one more full moon fondue night ski in early March.
Trail Creek
Grooming Daily
Last Update: 2/18
Wildlife Weekend
There were some great wildlife sightings this morning! Our resident baby bull moose was spotted taking a nap in Woolsey Woods; we gave him a nice chase before he finally learned to move past the Prometheus School of Running Away From Things and moved sideways about 20 feet to let me pass. Shortly afterwards, a herd of elk were encountered, who were a bit smarter and quickly moved out of the way! While elk are somewhat commonplace in Jackson, with the Refuge right next door, they are quite a rarity elsewhere, and always a fun sight to see, so poke through Outward Bound for a chance at a sighting.
Today’s grooming was a best-line pass across most trails, with double passes on Animal Farm, Black Hole/Boiler, and Olympic. Thanks to a slight inversion, the snow was grooming particularly nicely this morning, and some of the trails had nigh-perfect corduroy; be sure to take advantage before the snowstorm hits tonight!
Groomer’s choice is Black Hole/Boiler.
Teton Co./Jackson Parks & Rec
No Grooming Today
Last Update: 2/18
Emily’s Pond Levee, High School Fields, Stilson Loop, Wilson Centennial Trail are groomed and in good shape.
Cache Creek Singletrack
Groomed by Friends of Pathways
Grooming Schedule: As Needed
Last Update: 2/6
Singletrack groomed 2/6.
Teton Pines Nordic
Grooming Daily
Presidents Day Sale! Our 20% off sale has been extended on nearly everything in the store (skis, boots, poles, clothing, waxing accessories, etc)—we even have lots of clothing at 30% off! We have most sizes available in everything in the shop including: skate skis, classic skis, bc touring skis, boots, poles, gloves, jackets, pants, and hats.
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: 2/17
Trails are in great shape. Expect very cold and calm weather again today through Saturday afternoon. Next week appears to be extra snowy… anticipate daily storm skiing beginning this Sunday and lasting through most all next week, with the heaviest snowfall occurring Monday and Tuesday. Keep up with the forecast and enjoy what appears to be a very snowy Presidents Day weekend.
Please help support trail grooming in GTNP by donating to the Grand Teton National Park Foundation. It’s easy and encouraged. All you need to do is visit: GTNPF.org/donate/ and leave the comment “Nordic” in the designation section. There is the opportunity to leave a one time gift or reoccurring monthly donations in any amount.
Grand Teton National Park
Grooming: Tuesday, Friday, Sunday
Last Update: 2/17
The sun is shining and it’s going to be a beautiful day in Grand Teton National Park.
Lots of fresh corduroy from Taggart to Signal, thanks to GTNP grooming! Check out JHNordic.com/Grooming/ to find other fresh grooming in our new real-time map, thanks to our partner, Nordic-Pulse.
Turpin Meadow Ranch
Grooming Daily
Last Update: 2/18
The skate lane was reset on all trails Saturday. The air has been crisp, the sky partly sunny. For now the trails are hard and fast but there is snow in the forecast! Get your skate skiing and fat biking in before the coming storm makes conditions too soft. The moose are on the loose, the staff is overjoyed, come join the fun and enjoy the glide!
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: 2/17
Classic Track: Set | Fat Bike Trails: Open | Snowshoe Trails: Open
We will see partially cloudy skies today with single digit temperatures most of the day. Keep your eye on the forecast. A massive storm cycle is heading our way this weekend!
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: 2/18
Skate: Set | Classic: Set
Saturday: Plan to smooth out the skate lane and leave most of the classic track as is. I plan to run the ginzu over the classic track a couple of times to chew the snow up before attempting to reset the classic track in the inside loop at the south end and the eastern inside loop out north. Doing this to gain some knowledge for the future. Mother Nature is bringing a big old eraser our way and will soon remove whatever I can or can’t do!
Driggs
Grooming Schedule: Monday, Wednesday & Friday
Last Updated: 2/17
Skate: Set | Classic: Set
Smoothed skate track with weighted drag, roller and comb. The classic track was left as is.
Sherman Park
Grooming Schedule: Monday, Wednesday & Friday
Last Updated: 2/16
Skate: Set | Classic: Set
Enjoy the sunshine before the snow. groomed Thursday night with the roller as I couldn’t get the ginzu hooked up. Rolled out nice and skating should be great and classic track was still in good shape. Walking/single track received a freshen up as well. Cheers
Teton Canyon
Grooming Schedule: Monday, Wednesday, Friday & Saturday
Last Updated: 2/18
Skate: Set | Classic: Set
Saturday: Looks like the end of cold, dry weather, that has made for great skiing past week. That being said, classic tracks remain in good shape, were reset this past Wednesday, so will leave as is. Skate track should smooth out nicely this morning.
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: 2/17
Skate: Set | Classic: Set
Left the classic tracks on both loops. They were in pretty good shape. Cleaned up the skate lanes. Stay warm out there!
No dogs December 1 – April 15.
Teton Reserve Nordic
Grooming Schedule: Tuesday, Thursday & Saturday
Last Updated: 2/18
Skate: Set | Classic: Set
Reset the classic track and buffed out the skate lane last night. Should have set up well overnight. Enjoy!
No dogs allowed. Please stay on the groomed trails at all times.
Southern Valley Singletrack
Grooming Schedule: As needed
Last Updated: 2/17
Singletrack: Set
Went to groom Hillbender tonight and it was riding great awesome pre groom so we didn’t mess with a good thing. All trails in SV other than Grumpys riding great this afternoon.
No dogs December 1 – April 15.
Darby Canyon
Grooming Schedule: As needed
Groomed by USFS
Last Updated: 2/15
A short Haiku for you/ Darby canyon was groomed/ Enjoy the sunshine. 2/15 AM
Rammell Mountain
Grooming Schedule: As needed
Groomed by USFS
Last Updated: 2/17
Groomed 2/17.
South Leigh Road
Grooming Schedule: As needed
Groomed by USFS
Last Updated: 2/17
Groomed 2/16.
Pinnacle Trail
Grooming Schedule: As needed
Groomed by USFS
Last Updated: 2/1
Groomed 2/1
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/
Nordic Masters Clinic
Last Clinic!
Thursday, February 23 – Skate Ski | Trail Creek
The JHSC would like to encourage participants to pre-register/pre-pay for the clinics, including drop-ins.
Join us 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 Trail Creek Nordic Center.
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
