What’s Groomed in Jackson Hole/Teton Valley?
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When You Go Looking For Nothing, You Can See Everything
By Susan Marsh. Courtesy Mountain Journal.
In the woods behind Murie Ranch in Grand Teton National Park, Susan Marsh received a lesson from elk on how to become one with nature. A truly inspiring, eloquent, and mind-opening piece, we encourage you to click the link below to read her story on how “an hour of doing absolutely nothing can leave a more indelible imprint”.
JHTTB Adopts Sustainable Destination Management Plan & Approves Destination Stewardship Council Formation
The Jackson Hole Travel and Tourism Board (JHTTB) held a special meeting earlier today to formally adopt the Sustainable Destination Management Plan (SDMP). The SDMP is the culmination of over a year of development work including a situational analysis, workshops and focus groups, and community engagement activities to identify and address our community’s tourism challenges and opportunities.
The JHTTB also reviewed and approved the formation of a Destination Stewardship Council (DSC).The DSC will serve as the interim advisory body to the Jackson Hole Travel & Tourism Board (JHTTB) for implementation of the Sustainable Destination Management Plan (SDMP). The DSC will be composed of a network of individuals and organizations that are critical to implementation of the SDMP’s strategic initiatives.
Join Jackson Hole Historical Society & Museum (JHHSM) and the JH Nordic Alliance to explore the tradition of Nordic skiing in Jackson Hole – the past, present and future. The program will take place in person on February 2, 2023 at 7pm at the History Museum located at 225 N. Cache. Panelists include Nancy Johnstone, Linda Merigliano, Sean O’Malley, and Gwenn Wadsworth.
Beers & Banter guests will talk about their personal experiences ranging from competing and winning medals as Nordic skiers to enjoying and actively supporting the sport in the valley. Online Beers and Banter will be moderated by JHHSM Executive Director Morgan Jaouen, following an informal, conversational format. At the end, an audience Q&A will complete the evening.
The program can also be viewed live online using this link: https://bit.ly/kicknglide
Happening Tomorrow:
Trail Creek
Grooming Daily
Last Update: 1/27
A Blank Slate!
Believe it or not, less than 24 hours ago there were very distinct Nordic ski trails in the image above. Take a foot of fresh snow and dump it across the terrain and everything pretty much just disappears. Never to fear however, the Husky has been hard at it today, doing it best to keep our trails present and skiable. Today’s grooming did cover pretty much every trail with at least one skate/classic pass. Homeward and Outward Bound, Animal Farm, Moose Loop, Armin’s, and the Close Field did receive multiple passes.
The winter storm warning forecast continues through Saturday night with quite a bit of snow yet to come. Assuming they made it there in the storm, high school skiers are racing in Casper today and tomorrow so after the midday winter sport skiers depart, it should be a relatively quiet afternoon and a great time to enjoy the bountiful snowfall on your Nordic skis.
A note on the grooming for a while to come; your regular groomer had double hip replacement surgery last summer. While the first one went well, the second one has had issues and needs to be redone in a surgery scheduled for Monday. For the near term the grooming duties and report are being handed off to his very capable son Gannett who is more than ready to keep things functioning in the grooming world of Trail Creek. He will be monitoring the grooming email of trailcreeknordic@gmail.com, so if anyone had any suggestions, he would surely appreciate them.
Groomer’s choice for today is Armins.
Teton Co./Jackson Parks & Rec
Grooming Today: Emily’s Pond Levee, High School Fields, Stilson Loop, Wilson Centennial Trail
Last Update: 1/27
Grooming schedule is on track. Check the JH Nordic website for further information on conditions around the County. www.JH Nordic/grooming/
Cache Creek Singletrack
Groomed by Friends of Pathways
Grooming Schedule: As Needed
Last Update: 1/23
Cache Creek to Noker Mine – blue bird day!
Teton Pines Nordic
Grooming Daily
Used ski sale!! We are currently selling our classic rentals/demos. Price for Skis, bindings, boots: $215. (Must buy whole package). We still have most sizes available. This sale won’t last long so come out and see us soon! Sorry but we don’t have any used skate gear for sale but we have lots of new skate boots, skis, bindings and poles available in the shop.
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: 1/26
Beginning this evening a significant winter storm is forecasted to push through, bringing ample accumulations through early Sunday morning. Skiers should anticipate storm skiing if venturing out on the Nordic trails this Friday & Saturday, as drifting and heavy daytime snow accumulations will likely occur. Depending on severity of drifting, daily grooming efforts may also take longer than normal and likely finish around 10 am. After this weather system passes, look for calm and colder temperatures to start out next week. Next update will be Monday 1/30. Stay safe and enjoy!
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: 1/27
We attempted to groom today, however have decided to call it off. The groomer made it to Jenny Lake and on his way back there was 3 inches of snow covering his tracks.
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: 1/27
All trails received multiple passes with the pisten bully on Friday morning and the plan will be to do the same thing Saturday. Those who ventured out Friday enjoyed some storm skiing and we expect much of the same on Saturday. Bottom line: conditions will be soft this 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: 1/26
Classic Track: Set | Fat Bike Trails: Closed | Snowshoe Trails: Open
Targhee recorded 3 inches of fresh snow since 5am yesterday. Temperatures will remain relatively cold throughout with highs in the 20’s and lows in the single digits. The current storm cycle will stick around through 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: 1/27
Skate: Not Set | Classic: Not Set
Friday: Ran around the track several times with just the sled to pack in all of the snow that fell last night and today. Plan to do the same tomorrow and then roll it out. The timing will depend on the amount of snow. Enjoy the storm!
Driggs
Grooming Schedule: Monday, Wednesday & Friday
Last Updated: 1/27
Skate: Set | Classic: Set
It took multiple laps with the roller to pack this new snow down. I set a classic track but it won’t last long- the snow continues to fall.
Sherman Park
Grooming Schedule: Monday, Wednesday & Friday
Last Updated: 1/27
Skate: Not Set | Classic: Not Set
Friday January 27Th…I am going to let it snow more before I get out there…hoping to have it done by end of the day for the weekend! Sorry for any inconvenience.
Teton Canyon
Grooming Schedule: Monday, Wednesday, Friday & Saturday
Last Updated: 1/27
Skate: Not Set | Classic: Not Set
Friday: Made a few passes with snow machine to pack down foot of new snow. Then Made couple more passes with the roller. Will be back at it tomorrow.
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: 1/27
Skate: Set | Classic: Not Set
Parking lot should be plowed before 1 pm today. I will begin rolling and compacting around 1 pm. probably won’t set the classic track today because it will probably be buried by the morning.
No dogs December 1 – April 15.
Teton Reserve Nordic
Grooming Schedule: Tuesday, Thursday & Saturday
Last Updated: 1/26
Skate: Set | Classic: Set
Got a couple inches of snow since the last groom. I smoothed it out and reset the classic track. Skate is going to be soft but still good. Classic is a bit shallow but should still ski well. Enjoy before the next storm!
No dogs allowed. Please stay on the groomed trails at all times.
Southern Valley Singletrack
Grooming Schedule: As needed
Last Updated: 1/27
Singletrack: Not Set
1/27 6″ of fresh out there, with more on the way. We will groom once this storm cycle has passed. Time to make some turns!
No dogs December 1 – April 15.
Darby Canyon
Grooming Schedule: As needed
Groomed by USFS
Last Updated: 1/23
Groomed 1/23
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: 1/24
Groomed 1/24 in the afternoon.
Pinnacle Trail
Grooming Schedule: As needed
Groomed by USFS
Last Updated: 1/24
Groomed 1/20. The bottom stretch from the Pinnacle TH to the “beaver slide” is very bumpy. After that we were able to groom it smooth.
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
Thursdays – from Mid December to late February
Thursday, February 2 – Classic Ski | Trail Creek
Thursday, February 9 – Skate Ski | Trail Creek
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
