Daily Trail Report for 1.24.26.
Favorite trails in the area may be all yours considering folks have headed to Pinedale for the annual STAmpede. Even if you’re not racing today we hope you’re getting out and enjoying all that Jackson Hole and Teton Valley have to offer in the winter: opportunities to slide, ride, and stomp around on snow.
At a Glance
- The Teton Ridge Classic has switched venues this year
- TRC Wax Clinic happening Friday 1/30
- Moose on the loose
- Today is the STAmpede in Pinedale, race starts at 10AM
General Weather – Saving Snow
While snow is not falling what we do have is being preserved with this cool weather. See the full forecast on Mountain Weather and then head for the hills to enjoy winter.
What’s Groomed Today?
Planned Saturday Grooming
Daily grooming
Check the grooming page – We do our best to bring you the full story every morning, and the most current trail conditions can always be viewed online at: www.jhnordic.com/grooming/
Breaking News about the Teton Ridge Classic
Snow conditions have been challenging this winter for many Nordic events across the country. To ensure the Teton Ridge Classic is the quality race experience you deserve, the 2026 TRC is relocating to Grand Targhee Resort, where snow coverage is better and the skiing is excellent. Mike Harris currently has a 4’’ base, Targhee has a 4’ base!
Read the full update here. You can also register from that site if you haven’t already.
Bonus for all: Targhee will groom Quakie for the race (you can go ski there too)! And in preparation for the race or if you’re looking to improve your overall waxing knowledge, check out the TOKO wax clinic on Friday, it will offer useful tips for skiers of all levels.
Toko Wax Clinic at Yostmark Mountain Equipment in Driggs, on Friday January 30th at 6 pm.
Get ready for the TRC with a Toko Wax Clinic hosted by Toko Tech Team members Jack Hart, Randy Anderson, and Dan Streubel. They’ll be on hand to answer questions and share practical race-day waxing guidance.
Topics will include:
- Toko’s wax recommendations for the TRC (both kick and glide)
- Overview of new fluoro-free top coats for race application, including powders, liquids, and blocks
- Proper application methods for top coats
- Kick wax strategies for longer-distance classic races
Moose on the Loose
The groomer at Trail Creek has spotted a cow and calf moose “hanging out on Homeward Bound. So far this winter moose have been about as scarce as snow. Most likely the light snow winter has meant that resident moose are still higher up and making a pretty good living there. Hopefully these moose know something that the weather forecasters don’t, and have moved in because lots of snow is on the way!”
Speaking of spotting moose, the annual Moose Day is less than a month away and there are ways for you to get involved.
Moose Day is a census conducted in partnership with the Wyoming Game and Fish Department, Grand Teton National Park, and the Bridger-Teton National Forest. By combining observations from citizen scientists with data from wildlife managers, this effort helps better understand and monitor moose populations within Teton County, Wyoming.
Every year volunteers (especially those comfortable on xc skis or snowshoes) are needed to help with the count. If you’re interested in volunteering you will need to sign up for a virtual training and then register for the actual day.
Events & Info
Explore Pro-Tips From Local Nordic Experts
There are many ways to develop your understanding and skill set of Nordic skiing; it is a lifetime sport that can continue to offer lessons along the way if you seek them out. Check out these tips from some local experts and experiment with one today!
