Tips To Be A Good Steward
Trip Report: XC Skiing In The Deep To Get Our Tree
With a Christmas tree permit from the Forest Service and some hot chocolate we headed out Rosie’s Ridge on our Fischer Off Tracks. We left the trailhead a little after 3pm and skied in about 1.5 miles. The snow was deep and we were breaking trail the whole way in. We found a lovely little sub alpine fir that we hauled out like a team of mules, each of us hooked up to our sled and pulling hard. We were rewarded with frosty hair (it was 4 degrees when we returned to the trailhead), a beautiful tree, sore strong muscles, and a sunset with a moonrise.
We Want to Hear From You!
Now that there are many Nordic options available we at JH Nordic are hoping that you are getting out to enjoy all of the winter trails while recreating responsibly. We would love to highlight your adventures and your photos in trip reports. If you’re willing to share your thoughts and photos please email your stories to info@jhnordic.com. And don’t worry, you don’t have to share locations if you’d like to keep your favorite spot to yourself.
Trail Creek
Grooming Daily
Last Update: 12/3
Quiet Saturday!
It is a great day to come out for a Nordic ski at Trail Creek today. The sun is shining and after a sub-zero start to the day, the temps are climbing rapidly into that sweet Nordic zone. The latest temps are live on the Trail Creek web page.
Today’s grooming covered almost every trail except for the East Fields (hopefully permission will soon be granted to go there) with Husky grooming. The sunny Close Field received multiple passes with double classic tracks while the rest of the trails received a single pass with fresh classic tracks on the narrower sections or as needed. Conditions are firming nicely and skiers should encounter nice conditions most everywhere.
New this year, each day after grooming has been completed, a plot of the day’s grooming will be uploaded to the web site Nordic Pulse. In addition to reading about each day, you will be able to get a visualization of the route groomed. Just zoom in on the map and select Trail Creek Nordic.
Groomer’s choice for today is Cle’s Climb.
Teton Co./Jackson Parks & Rec
No Grooming Today
Last Update: 12/3
The levee is groomed and in great shape. Stilson and the school fields are groomed and in great shape. Monday Cache creek will be groomed up to noker mine draw.
Full grooming schedule on expected to begin 12/3.
Cache Creek
Last Update: 11/17
Main Trail (forest service road), Hagen and Ferrin’s Trails Grooming
Thanks to Friends of Pathways’ Chris O., he has been out doing some early grooming for fat biking and nordic skiing up Cache. We remind walkers to keep to one side in the existing footprints, to maintain a nice smooth trail for skiers and riders. And keep the trail clean, pick up the poop. Respect wildlife and wildlife closure areas. Donate to Friends of Pathways and Friends of Bridger Teton to support these Bridger Teton Forest winter trails.
Teton Pines Nordic
Grooming Daily
Last Update: 12/1
We are open daily to the public for skiing and we groom our 16km of trails everyday for both skate and classic skiing.
Stop by the shop and pick up your season passes and the gear you need for the season! We have a fully stocked retail shop with the latest skis, boots, poles, waxing supplies, and clothing from Swix, Salomon, Alpina, Odlo, Lillsport, Daehlie, Craft, Sauce and more. We offer private lessons daily, skate and classic ski rental packages, and bc xc rentals for the park. We are open 9am-4pm.
Note—We have a new shop phone number this season: (307) 732-4130
Shooting Star
Grooming Schedule: Sunday, Monday, & Saturday
Last Update: 12/3
We’re officially open! All Nordic trails have been groomed and classic tracks are set where conditions allow. Anticipate softer & slow conditions due to the recent snow and cold temperatures. Early season conditions persist (thin/rocky sections) and there will be some awkward sections where coverage is thin (example along hole 2). More snow is forecasted again this Monday. Reminder NO WALKING is allowed!
- The Sled hill will begin to be prepped around Wednesday next week and then needs several days to firmly set up. As of today, we are planning to open the Sled Hill on Saturday December 10th.
- Lastly, we will be training new staff on our grooming equipment over the next several weeks. Anticipate that grooming equipment could be out in the field through 10 am until operators become more experienced.
Thanks and cheers to the start of another Nodic season! Have fun out there as skiing should be very enjoyable for early December. Next update will be on Monday 12/5.
Grand Teton National Park
Last Update: 12/2
Granite canyon Moose-Wilson road closed until Dec 16th
The portion of the Moose-Wilson Road, south of Death Canyon junction and including Granite Canyon Trailhead, remains closed due to construction activities. The road and trailhead will open to over-snow winter recreation December 16. The northern section of the Moose-Wilson Road remains open.
Taggart to Signal – closed to vehicles, not yet groomed. GTNP will begin grooming from Taggart to Signal Mtn on Friday December 16th. This groomed opening is to coordinate their “start to winter recreation” when the south entrance on the Moose-Wilson Road opens (Granite Canyon trailhead area) (skier track trail to LSR preserve and Phelps Lake ) .
Skiers are welcome to ski on the Teton Park Road on the ungroomed road between Taggart, Jenny Lake, and Signal Mountain prior to the groomed opening. If you ski with a dog, remember to stay on the road at all times, and on leash. Please pick up after your dog, too!
We encourage you to support grooming in Grand Teton National Park, one of Jackson Hole’s most beautiful Nordic trails, by donating to the Grand Teton National Park Foundation, underwriter of Nordic grooming: GTNPF.org/donate/ -and note “Nordic grooming”. Our community and visitor support make grooming possible!
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: 12/3
Classic Track: Not Set | Fat Bike Trails: Open | Snowshoe Trails: Open
Cold temperatures continued throughout the evening and brought in 1 inch of light snow overnight. Expect powdery conditions throughout the day with temperatures warming up into the afternoon.
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: 12/3
Skate: Set | Classic: Set
South loop are fully groomed with ginzu 3 lanes wide w classic set and are in great shape. On the north end, I did 3 passes with ginzu (no classic set) on all loops. The north end is skateable but still rough in a few spots.
Driggs
Grooming Schedule: Monday, Wednesday & Friday
Last Updated: 12/2
Skate: Set | Classic: Set
Soft track but should firm up with cold temperatures. Conditions are excellent!
Sherman Park
Grooming Schedule: Monday, Wednesday & Friday
Last Updated: 12/2
Skate: Set | Classic: Not Set
Got the trail punched in this morning and we are working on compacting the base. It will be soft today, but the weekend should be good. Enjoy!
Teton Canyon
Grooming Schedule: Monday, Wednesday, Friday & Saturday
Last Updated: 12/2
Skate: Set | Classic: Set
Road and parking lot are in much better shape after grader was in on Thursday. On Friday, used roller to pack down the 8-12 inches new snow, then 2 more passes with Ginzu to set classic and skate. After cold night tonight, plan to reset both skate and classic early Saturday morning. Should be all right this weekend.
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: 12/3
Skate: Set | Classic: Not Set
Groomed campground and yetis loops and was able to set the skate track only. I did not set the classic track due to an equipment issue. Expect very soft conditions.
No dogs December 1 – April 15.
Teton Reserve Nordic
Grooming Schedule: Monday, Thursday & Saturday
Last Updated: 12/3
Skate: Set | Classic: Set
After last night’s training run will be out there this morning with the ginzu to set the classic track and buff out the skate lanes. Will wait until things warm up a bit, plan to finish by noon.
Southern Valley Singletrack
Grooming Schedule: As needed
Last Updated: 11/30
Singletrack: Not Set
Spent another 4 hrs packing the snow down so we’re not getting overwhelmed with the next storm. Sorry folks still not rideable.
No dogs December 1 – April 15.
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/
Murie Cookie Swap & Open House
December 11, 2022 | 1:00PM – 4:00PM
Murie Ranch, Moose, WY
Join us for a Murie-inspired Cookie Swap out at the Murie Ranch on December 11th. What’s a cookie swap, you might ask? Bring a couple dozen of your favorite cookies and a Tupperware container and the swapping will begin. You’ll leave with an assortment of everyone else’s best cookies and a very happy heart!
JH Ski Club Masters Nordic Ski Clinics
Thursdays – from Mid December to late February
First Clinic (Classic) – Thursday, December 15
Teton Pines Nordic Center
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).
Betty Woolsey Classic Race
December 26, 2022
Trail Creek Nordic Center
Come work off your Christmas feast in style! This community event offers distances for every age and ability, 10 AM start time with a mass start classic format.
Racers can choose from 0.5k, 3k, 5k, and 10k options.
JH Nordic Alliance 5th Annual Free Ski, Fat Bike, & Snowshoe Day
Sunday, January 8th, 2023 | 9:30AM – 3:00PM
Turpin Meadow Ranch
Fun, Free Community Day – with Raffle benefiting local Nordic Alliance non-profit. Free trail pass, Free skate & classic XC ski demo gear, Free fat bike demos, free Nordic ski lessons, Free BackCountry Nordic Ski & Snowshoe tours, Kids Corral (2-5 yr olds), Bridger-Teton USFS wildlife and wilderness info, Kates Bars, Lunch, snacks, hot & cold drinks.
Sponsored by the JH Nordic Alliance members. Family. Friends, visitors, dogs (on leash) welcome. Bring your own skis and bikes recommended to use between free demos and tours.
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
