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22 Mar 20 – Daily Trail Report

Posted by Kathryn Jeffords Posted on March 22, 2020May 15, 2020

Thank you for continually sharing your photos with us of Nordic skiing in Jackson Hole


Friends of Pathways Update

Like many in Jackson, Friends of Pathways is doing its best to minimize exposure and the spread of COVID-19. This new reality means our staff is working remotely and some of our spring events are in question. However, despite the closure of so many important and valued components of our Town, the pathways are still open for business. 

With spring around the corner, more pathway segments will be opening up soon. In addition, FOP’s winter single-track grooming in Cache Creek, will continue as long as weather permits, or until March 28th. Be aware of seasonal weather conditions that can make trail and pathway travel hazardous – loose gravel patches and ice in the mornings.

Herringbone Hell – How to Turn a Weakness into a Strength

The most recent post from Betsy and Bob Youngman’s Brave Enough – A Resource for Masters Endurance Athletes. Very appropriate post with our late season snow…“You cannot get good at something you do not practice”  (and yes, there’s still great snow to practice on!) Let’s use this time to get outside and be productive by strengthening our weaknesses.

Read the Post

Jackson Hole Nordic Webcam Timelapse Winter 2019-20

Time flies when you’re having fun. Watch how the seasons change from Fall to Winter in Grand Teton National Park. Maybe you can catch the frame of you skiing.


Fat Biking in Jackson Hole and Teton Valley ID

Fat biking is a super fun way to explore snow-covered winter trails and pathways, especially when the snow is firm and packed. Fat biking has been all the hype and hasn’t lost any steam. With over 40 fat bike friendly trails in Jackson Hole and Teton Valley, there are many opportunities to get to and explore. Go to JHNordic.com/trails/ and click on the fat bike icon to list all trails.

Take a fat bike tour with Teton Mountain Bike Tours, Jackson. Demo, rent or buy a fat bike at Hoback Sports, Fitzgerald Bicycles, The Hub Bikes. Hoback Sports is Closed for the Season in Terms of the Store and thus NO Fat Bike Rentals for the remainder of the season at that location.

Support fat bike grooming: Friends of Pathways, Teton Valley Trails & Pathways. Support Bridger-Teton US Forests – Friends of Bridger-Teton (our public lands where most fat biking is done)

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Conditions Reports: Game Creek, Trail Creek, Teton Canyon

Game Creek: Nice Conditions at Game Creek!

Trail Creek: Both Classic and skate skiing grooming were in top shape. We headed out at 12-1:30. A few local skiers, some solo, done in small family groups of 2-3. Plenty of space to keep healthy distances.

Teton Canyon: excellent grooming for classic and skate – worth the extra miles if you’re coming from the JH side!


Conditions at Cache Creek

Above are a few photos of current conditions in the Cache Creek area. There were lots of people out today walking, running, biking. It was great to also see families with kids. Disconnecting from the barrage of news and getting some healthy outdoor time is what many people need right now. We are lucky to live someplace with easy access to great outdoor public lands. I had some nice conversations with folks today who recognize that and are so thankful.  

The groomed trail in Cache is still great for skiing/walking/running and the groomed single-track is great for biking, walking and running. The Nelson Knoll trail is starting to melt out so is good option for a short walk to hang out on the bench and just chill. The groomed single track is a bit icy so Trax or something similar is advised.

The Cache Creek road is OK but lots of potholes – take it very slow and you are fine. The parking area still has large puddle and ruts so small cars might want to park on top of the hill or at the Hagen entrance.

-Update from L Merigliano..many thanks to our Bridger-Teton USFS staff!


Grooming Updates and Closures

As things are changing by the day, we want to update our community on grooming schedules. So far there are no changes to existing grooming schedules. But some schedules are already extended, all subject to snow:

  • Teton County Parks & Rec- Grooming extended from March 15 to the 28th
  • Trail Creek- Grooming until March 30th
  • Teton Pines Nordic Center announced Monday they have closed for the season and no grooming will take place this week. Teton Pines Nordic Shop and Clubhouse are also closed. Thanks to all for a great season!!
  • Shooting Star – Grooming continues for classic and skate skiers, however, NO SNOWSHOEING for the remainder of the season due to snow conditions and supervision. Please, note many trail restrictions will begin to appear as the season begins to winds down and the snow profile diminishes. The Nordic Shop will be closed until further notice.
  • TVTAP groomed trails- assume grooming will continue based on snow.
  • Snake River Sporting Club Nordic Trails closed for the season.

Uphill Closures:
– Grand Targhee – will be closed for the rest of the 2019/20 winter season, with no further grooming for the Nordic and fat bike trails. However, skiers and cyclist may use the trails. No uphill travel on the alpine ski slopes.
-Jackson Hole Mountain Resort and Snow King Resort have closed for the season joining the effort to slow the spread of COVID-19


Pole, Pedal, Paddle Cancelled

The Board of Directors and the leadership staff of the Jackson Hole Ski & Snowboard Club (JHSC) have canceled the 45th Annual Rendezvous River Sports Karen Oatey Pole Pedal Paddle (PPP), scheduled for April 4, 2020 to help mitigate the spread of COVID-19 “Coronavirus.” JHSC was subsequently informed that the Teton County Commissioners have denied the special event permit for the same reasons in action taken at the public meeting March 16. 

Stay tuned for information about how we will be celebrating the 5-year anniversary of the Karen Oatey Scholarship Endowment, and our progress with scholarships at the Club.

Trail Creek Nordic

Last Updated: 3/21
Grooming Daily

A Great Season!

We are planning to keep grooming through next weekend, but every once in a while it is fun to look back and remember some of the great outings through the winter. Those of you in the know will quickly note that the snow in the image above is not March snow and also probably guess that the picture was taken on a great past Nordic outing on Signal Mountain.

There is still time to make a few more Nordic skiing memories yet this season at Trail Creek. Today’s grooming once again occurred last night with the Ginzu groomer making the rounds of most trails. Classic tracks were reset and skate lanes buffed out as well. The temps seemed to be dropping a bit faster last night with the snow freezing pretty solidly by shortly after sunset.

Some fresh snow has fallen overnight which might slow things a bit in the morning, but skiing should be nice all day. While you will still be able to find plenty of solitude, skier volume has been very high for this late in the season which is a good thing.

Groomer’s choice for today is to make a few more Nordic memories yet this season.


Teton Co./Jackson Parks & Rec

No Grooming Today
Last Updated: 3/20

12pm: Game Creek and three creek pathway are groomed and in good shape.

8am: Cache Creek and May park are groomed and in good shape. Game Creek will be finished around 11:15.


Shooting Star Nordic 

Last Updated: 3/17
Grooming Daily

Snow conditions are NOT safe outside of the groomed trails. All traffic needs to remain on the groomed areas as the current snow coverage is very deceiving and inconsistent, increasing the likelihood of injuries. 

Trails this week will be icy during the morning period. Expect conditions to soften as temperatures warm. Grooming will shift to evenings beginning today at 5pm. The current snow profile is very trying on equipment. We’ll do our best to continue providing a quality product, but expect icier spring style skiing. Thanks and be safe. 
 

Jackson Hole Golf and Tennis Club

Update: 3/9

From our Nordic track maintenance team:
With rising temperatures and winter coming to an end, adjustments will be made to the route of the groomed trail. Beginning this past weekend, the trail will only be groomed on the north side of Spring Gulch Road.

This accomplishes two important things. For one, it allows us to extend the grooming period of the season because as the roadways clear it becomes increasing difficult and unsafe for the staff to cross the roads with grooming equipment. In addition, suspending grooming operations south of Spring Gulch Road helps us minimize disturbances to the local moose population. In general, please be extra mindful not to disturb wildlife during this important period for their winter survival.


Pinedale

Last Updated: 3/20

Nordic: Most trails above groomed this morning. About 1″ of new snow at the Warming Hut. Skiing will get soft in the afternoon with these warm temperatures. Also groomed a skating lane at the Golf Course – be cautious, some grass is poking up.

Fat Bike 2/13: All Lower Kelly Park is groomed with a great riding base. Should be perfect conditions for the next 3-5 days due to high pressure system. For more information contact Geared Up, 307-399-5539 c.307-760-1912, www.gearedupbikes.com


Turpin Meadow Ranch

Last Updated: 3/8
Grooming Finished for the Season 

TMR nordic and fat bikes trails are no longer groomed, however, are open for access thanks to Bridger-Teton USFS public lands. Bring bear spray as bears are starting to emerge from winter hibernation.

Click on our Turpin Ranch Cam to see real-time weather, conditions and views of the ranch. https://youtu.be/WeeDyqRKqVI

Grand Teton National Park
Teton Park Road

Last Updated: 3/17
Grooming Has Ended

Spring plowing began in Grand Teton National Park on Monday, March 16. The plowing operations mark the end of over-snow access on the 14-mile section of the Teton Park Road between Taggart Lake Trailhead and the Signal Mountain area.

For safety reasons, visitors may not access the Teton Park Road once plowing operations are underway.   Rotary snow removal equipment and plows may be working at any time, and the roadway will be closed to all uses at all times until further notice. Skiers and those on snow shoes using areas adjacent to the roadway are cautions to avoid the arc of snow blown from the rotary equipment because pieces of ice and gravel can be thrown great distances. 


Teton Pines Nordic

Last Updated: 3/16
Grooming has Ended for the Season 

Teton Pines Nordic Center announced Monday they have closed for the season and no grooming will take place this week. Teton Pines Nordic Shop and Clubhouse are also closed. Thanks to all for a great season!!


Grand Targhee Nordic & Fat Biking

Last Updated: 3/15
Grooming Finished for the Season

Grand Targhee will be closed for the rest of the 2019/20 winter season, with no further grooming for the Nordic and fat bike trails. However, skiers and cyclist may use the trails. No uphill travel on the alpine ski slopes.

 

Grooming Today: Alta, Teton Canyon

Alta Track

Grooming Schedule: Tuesday, Thursday, Saturday, Sunday
Last Updated: 3/22
Skate: Good| Classic: Good

All trails groomed with good results. Fresh, crisp, classic tracks set on all outer loops. Temperatures remain low, so come our and ski!!

Driggs

Grooming Schedule: Monday, Wednesday, Friday
Last Updated: 3/21
Skate: Fair | Classic: Fair

Gave up after grooming east loop and getting stuck. Looked good when I left… North and south loop not groomed.


Sherman Park

Grooming Schedule: Monday, Wednesday, Friday
Last Updated: 3/18
Skate: Fair | Classic: Fair

Groomed a few inches of fresh snow and added a fresh pair of corduroys. It might actually ski pretty well once it freezes. Enjoy!


Teton Canyon

Grooming Schedule: Monday, Wednesday, Friday, Saturday, Sunday
Last Updated: 3/22
Skate: Good | Classic: Good

A couple inches new snow should allow both skate and classic tracks to groom out well this morning. Perhaps skate will be a bit soft. Finish by 930am.


Teton Springs

Grooming Schedule: Tuesday, Thursday, Saturday
Last Updated: 3/22
Skate: Excellent | Classic: Good

Finished grooming Sunday morning around 9am. Overnight cold temps firmed up the snow with about 2″ of new overnight. The grooming came out excellent for skate & classic tracks.

For the remainder of the season I will plan to groom when conditions are suitable, and will keep posting updates to inform.

 

Yeti’s Loop

Grooming Schedule: Tuesday, Friday
Last Updated: 3/20
Skate: Excellent | Classic: Good

Yetis groomed 3/19 PM. Skate and classic refreshed. Enjoy!

5th Street Singletrack

Grooming Schedule: as needed
Last Updated:
2/9
Singletrack:
Poor

Skinned a lap after some foot traffic then rode front portion on triple wide. Need a sled for more compaction but will keep trying!


Teton Springs Singletrack

Grooming Schedule: as needed
Last Updated: 3/2
Singletrack: Excellent

Plowed with v plow. All good


Southern Valley Singletrack 

Grooming Schedule: as needed
Last Updated: 3/19
Singletrack: Fair

Derrick and Gary groomed everything but the Pole Canyon Connector. Trails are firm and fast. They should be good well into early afternoon.

A couple of things to use caution with:
– the higher up trails are icy, especially off camber turns and slanted sections.
– Lower Lady Slipper has a few large saplings sticking straight up the middle of the trail, along with some trail damage.

View Video Post on Facebook


Darby Canyon

Grooming Schedule: as needed
Last Updated: 3/17

Darby road grooming 3/17 PM happy St Patrick’s day!

South Leigh Road

Grooming Schedule: as needed
Last Updated: 3/17

Grooming 3/17 AM. Happy St Patrick’s day
 


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