New Weather Station Atop Glory
A new weather station that will measure wind speeds has been installed near the top of Mt. Glory thanks to joint efforts from the Wyoming Department of Transportation (WYDOT) and the Bridger-Teton Avalanche Center (BTAC).
The location of the new station was chosen by consensus from WYDOT, Bridger-Teton Avalanche Center, and the Forest Service.
“It was installed to give us a better sense of the actual wind speeds that are occurring in the starting zones of the two major avalanche paths that are on Mt. Glory which would be Twin Slides and Glory Bowl,” said Brenden Cronin, Forecaster for WYDOT Avalanche District 3.
Forecasters are now able to compare data measured on top of Mt. Glory to other stations, like the one that sits at the mid-mountain area of Jackson Hole Mountain Resort. Cronin said that the Glory station has already proved useful in measuring wind speeds when the JHMR station was momentarily down.
Weather information measured from the new station is available to the public on MesoWest.
Masters Clinics Return This Week
Join Scott Horn this Thursday Jan 7th, for the the third of eight in the clinic series featuring classic XC ski. Sessions run bi-weekly from 11:00am – 12:30pm at Teton Pines through March 18th, alternating between skate skiing and classic cross-country.
Teton Ridge Classic – Jan 9th
Saturday, January 9th is drawing near, bringing the 18th annual Ridge Classic with it. The Grand Targhee based event benefits both Teton Valley Trails and Pathways and the Teton Valley Ski Education Foundation. The race will start at 10 am, with the 24km, 14km, and 7km races starting at intervals separated by 20 seconds. Individual start times will be emailed to registered participants on Friday before the race.
Race packet pickup 5:00 to 7:00 PM Friday night before the race at Streubel Physical Therapy (285 East Little Ave) in Driggs, and from 8:00 – 9:45 AM at the race start on race day. Masks will be required for packet pick up at Streubel PT and at check in on race morning. Curbside pick-up is also available at Streubel PT on Friday night. There is no race day registration. Results will be posted online and at the start/finish area as they become available on race day.
This year we will not be having a post-race lunch and awards ceremony due to COVID precautions. The price of the event has been lowered to reflect this.
There will be 2 self-serve aid stations out on the course with small individual bottled water and individual packets of energy gel/Hammer Gel. There will be no handouts of drink or gels at the aid stations. Aid stations will have volunteers re-suppling drinks and gels on the aid station tables.
For course distances and descriptions, click here. For registration information and other details, click here.
David Hunger of Teton Mountain Bike Tours
“I thought they were crazy right off the bat,” David said. “That’s when fat bikes weren’t really popular, but I fell in love with it”.
David Hunger started Teton Mountain Bike Tours in 1991. In the beginning, he focused on mountain biking in the warm months. Before fat bikes came around, David ran winter bike tours on mountain bikes with studded tires, but found that it wasn’t gaining much traction. So, 10 or 12 years ago, he got his first fat bike.
When he first started fat biking, David’s main purpose was to get more people involved and grow fat biking’s popularity, so he offered a lot of free clinics and demo days. Gradually over the years, that idea and fat biking as a sport have gained momentum.
David and Kris Quant were the first people to pioneer grooming for fat biking at Cache Creek. Without the Forest Service’s help, they had to do what they called human-powered grooming on snowshoes with a weighted sled. It has been really important to David to support grooming efforts and give back to organizations that help him do the work he does.
Trail Creek Nordic
Last Updated: 1/3
Snowy Forecast!
Snow is falling today at Trail Creek and it is supposed to keep on coming. Even though it seems as if it has been happening quite regularly as of late, we are still only at 87% of normal according to the NRCS Snow website. The amazingly colorful clickable image below shows where we are sitting in relation to other years at the closest snow recording site just up the hill at Phillips Bench. Looking at the forecast ahead, we have numerous chances for additional snow with even heavy snow forecast Monday night.
Today’s grooming began with a Ginzu classic pass throughout the fields. The intention was to continue the classic track into the woods but an electrical issue rendered the track setter inoperable. Never to fear, the Ginzu continued skate grooming, covering pretty much every trail with multiple passes. The old classic tracks in the woods are still mostly usable and if not the skate lanes should work great. Skaters could face increasingly soft conditions if snowfall continues as forecast.
The Pisten Bully is down with a minor issue but the current schedule has the mechanic coming out on Tuesday afternoon to get it back in service. Don’t forget that we have a busy practice week coming up with high school racing on Friday and Saturday.
Groomer’s choice for today is a tour of the fields!
Teton Co./Jackson Parks & Rec
Last Updated: 1/2
Stilson is groomed and in good shape; although it’s filling in quickly with new snow. The school fields will not be groomed today since Cache Creek was groomed in its place. It still should ski decently though. Grooming will resume Monday with Cache up to noker mine draw.
Skate skiing and some 4-legged exercise was found on the Wilson Centennial Trail, with groomed laps to be had at Stilson as well. It was groomed on Tuesday, Thursday, and Saturday.
Teton Pines Nordic
Last Updated: 12/30
Daily grooming, wide corduroy skate ski lanes with well defined classic tracks make for excellent ski conditions. Skate and classic cross country ski/ boots/ pole rentals. All service is outside, so come dressed to ski.
We still have lots of nordic gear in our shop if you need to pick up some last minute gifts for the nordic skiers on your list! We currently have a good selection of sizes in skate gear ( skis/boots/poles) but our classic gear is currently in short supply. We are expecting a small shipment of classic skis around Jan 1. We have a great selection and supply of hats, jackets, pants, socks and gloves by Daehlie, Skida, and Swix. If you want to explore Grand Teton NP and the Jackson Hole area on xc skis, we carry the must have xc ski trail guidebook for our region in the shop: https://www.facebook.com/SkiYellowstone
Please call or email Cody for more details: (307) 733-1733 or tetonpinesxc@gmail.com
Shooting Star
Last Updated: 1/2
The course continues to ski great despite our below normal snowpack. Snowier weather is in the forecast for over the next several days, with the highest totals falling around Monday. Please, be aware that drifting may occur if the winds pick up during the storms. Overall, the trails should be very enjoyable and provide plenty of fun for welcoming in the New Year. Next Update will be on Tuesday. Enjoy!
Please See the following Restrictions
- Dog Loops & All Nordic Skiing Trails OPEN
- Sled Hill OPEN
- Classic Tracks SET
- Snow Shoeing Loop OPEN SEE ABOVE RULES
- Casual Walking Not Permitted
Teton Village Pathway
Last Updated: 12/23
Teton village pathway – from Lake Creek Bridge north to the end of bike path/GTNP south entrance groomed today. Thanks to JHMR for the grooming and Teton Village Association for making it happen!
Grand Teton National Park
Last Updated: 1/3
Due to predicted high winds and snow we will not be grooming in GTNP today.
Grand Teton Park Foundation has provided the following modifications to the grooming schedule for Teton Park Road over the holidays:
Tuesday 1/5 Grooming to Signal Mountain AND 4x to South Jenny
[Back to regular schedule after 1/5]
Remember that dogs must be on leash, and are only allowed on the groomed trail in the section of GTNP. Please consider making a donation to the Grand Teton National Park Foundation for funding winter grooming -one of our most iconic trails. For bonus points, note “Nordic grooming” on your donation so we can track the involvement from our invested community members!
Turpin Meadow Ranch
Last Updated: 1/3
Another prefect little dusting of snow this AM made for probably the best groom all season. The trails will be a little soft but a fresh classic track and pristine skate lane will more than make up for the softness! To help with social distancing and to get you on the trails faster please purchase your trail passes and sign your waivers online in advance (see link below). As always, remember to recreate responsibly. Bring a mask as it is required to enter the lodge. Lunch and dinner are both by reservation only.
To help with social distancing and to get you on the trails faster please purchase your trail passes and sign your waivers online in advance. To keep an eye on live conditions, check out the webcams here.
Grand Targhee
Last Updated: 1/3
Cross Country/Fat Bike 15k: XC OPEN (Last groomed 1/2/2020), Fat Bike CLOSED.
Trail Etiquette: Please keep your dogs leashed in the parking lot and be sure to clean up after them!
Alta Track
Grooming Schedule: Tuesday, Thursday, & Sunday
Last Updated: 1/3
Skate: Not Set | Classic: Set
Sunday: Plan to get early start this morning. Will reset both skate and classic tracks. Finish by 830am.
Please do not park in the library parking lot.
Driggs
Grooming Schedule: Monday, Wednesday & Friday
Last Updated: 1/1
Skate: Set | Classic: Not Set
Took multiple passes Friday evening with drag and blade. Smoothing out track anticipating new snow. The Main Driggs track is still early conditions, but in good shape for Skate or Classic skiing. With more snow coming we will be able to set classic track soon. Enjoy skiing in town.
Sherman Park
Grooming Schedule: Monday, Wednesday, Friday
Last Updated: 1/1
Skate: Set | Classic: Set
Hot off the press for 2021 🎊🥳, Sherman Park with the fresh groom. The skate and classic track have been reset and are in fantastic condition. Start racking up your 2021 miles with smiles. The singletrack has been reset. Enjoy the ride & glide.
Teton Canyon
Grooming Schedule: Monday, Wednesday, Friday, Saturday
Last Updated: 1/3
Skate: Set | Classic: Set
Sunday: Will begin grooming at 9am. Plan to reset both skate and classic tracks.
Southern Valley Nordic
Grooming Schedule: Tuesday, Friday, Sunday
Last Updated: 1/3
Skate: Set | Classic: Set
Going to start grooming at six this morning. Hoping it will firm up enough to set the classic track!
No dogs December 1 – April 15.
Teton Springs Nordic
Grooming Schedule: Tuesday, Thursday, & Saturday
Last Updated: 1/1
Skate: Set | Classic: Set | Singletrack: Set
Teton Springs skate and classic tracks were groomed and set on Friday evening and the two singletrack trails have been reset. Enjoy the ride and glide!
No dogs allowed.
5th Street Singletrack
Grooming Schedule: As needed
Last Updated: 1/1
Singletrack: Set
Friday night – Happy New Year! 5th St. is ridden in and is rolling well. A little slippery if you get off the track but fun and fast if you stay on course. Go ride!
Southern Valley Singletrack
Grooming Schedule: As needed
Last Updated: 12/27
Singletrack: Set
The entire Southern Valley singletrack system has a fresh haircut. We groomed everything: Happy Hour, Nemo, Hillbenders, Upper and lower Lady Slipper and Pole Canyon to the trailhead. Enjoy the ride!
No dogs December 1 – April 15.
Darby Canyon
Grooming Schedule: As needed
Last Updated: 12/30
Some grooming has already occurred in Darby Canyon. We plan to begin grooming on a more regular schedule starting January 6th.
JH Nordic Recreation Masters Clinics
THURSDAY, JANUARY 7th | TETON PINES
The third of eight in the clinic series featuring classic XC ski. Sessions run bi-weekly from 11:00am – 12:30pm through March 18th, alternating between skate skiing and classic cross-country.
Teton Ridge Classic
SATURDAY, JANUARY 9TH | GRAND TARGHEE
The 18th annual Ridge Classic benefits both Teton Valley Trails and Pathways and Teton Valley Ski Education Foundation. The race will start at 10 am. The 24, 14, and 7 km races will be intervals starts separated by 20 seconds. Individual start times will be emailed to registered participants on Friday before the race.
CANCELLED
JH Nordic Alliance Annual Free Nordic Ski, Fat Bike, Snowshoe Event
Based on our goal to Recreate Responsibly, the JH Nordic Alliance has decided to cancel this season’s Annual Free Winter Trails Nordic, Fat Bike and Snowshoe Event. Stay tuned for January 2022! In the meantime, we encourage you to get out safely, responsibly, wear a mask, keep your groups small, and space out!
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
