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About the Jackson Hole Nordic Alliance

The Jackson Hole Nordic Alliance is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization based in Jackson, Wyoming, dedicated to connecting people with cross country skiing, fat biking, snowshoeing, and other human-powered winter trail recreation across Jackson Hole, Teton Valley, and Grand Teton National Park.


Collectively we are a bunch of Nordic enthusiasts who want to help more people get out on skinny skis because we love skiing! A lot! It is good for our hearts and souls, our strength, agility and longevity. A cross-country ski can be a calming respite or a super hard work-out. Nordic skiing connects us deeply to this place we love. In turn, connection inspires stewardship. And while Nordic was the impetus for this comprehensive community trails resource, we embrace fat biking, snowshoeing, winter trail running and walking, and dog walking too.

Our goal is to connect, inspire and inform our community and visitors to enjoy winter trails responsibly—to share the trails, respect wildlife, and plan and prepare for every adventure. The Nordic Alliance publishes real-time information and curates resources so you can access information on cross-country ski and winter trails, trail maps, grooming, and places to explore and have fun via human-powered recreation all in one place. We bring you local expertise and focus on sustainable, inclusive, winter trail recreation.

Jackson Hole, Teton Valley, and Grand Teton National Park offer endless possibilities for winter trail
recreation. The trails are easily accessible, everyone is welcome to use them and there is something for everyone to enjoy: groomed skate and classic track skiing, skier-tracked trails for touring, groomed single-track for fat biking, hard-packed forest service roads for multiple-use travel, and untracked backcountry trails. Winter is a beautiful time to explore the Greater Teton Region, whether for solitude, a social outing, a work-out, or discovery.

A community-driven organization, the Nordic Alliance, it's partners and enthusiasts serve as ambassadors for human-powered winter recreation and stewards of the places where our community recreates. We welcome your input, feedback, trail reports and winter trails contributions.

See you on the trails!

What the Nordic Alliance Does

  • Maintains a searchable database of 100+ verified cross country ski, fat bike, and snowshoe trails across the Greater Tetons region.
  • Publishes a Daily Trail Report each morning during the winter season with conditions, grooming status, and recommendations.
  • Operates a real-time grooming map fed by partner grooming organizations including TVTAP, Teton County Parks & Recreation, Grand Teton National Park, Bridger-Teton National Forest, Friends of Pathways, and the local Nordic centers.
  • Curates featured tours, gear and lesson resources, and how-to content for skiers and winter trail users of every level.
  • Hosts events and partners with local nonprofits, land managers, and grooming organizations to support sustainable winter recreation.
  • Recognizes the volunteers, partners, and businesses that make the trail network possible through the Trailblazers and Business Sponsors programs.

Where We Cover

The Nordic Alliance publishes trail information across the Greater Tetons region, including:

  • Jackson, Wilson, and Teton Village (Teton County, Wyoming)
  • Teton Valley (Teton County, Idaho — including Driggs, Victor, Tetonia, and Alta)
  • Grand Teton National Park
  • Togwotee Pass and the Buffalo Valley corridor
  • The Gros Ventre and Wyoming Ranges (including Granite Hot Springs, Greys River, and the Pinedale-area Nordic systems)
  • Bridger-Teton National Forest and Caribou-Targhee National Forest
  • West Yellowstone (Rendezvous Nordic Trails)

The Nordic Alliance Team

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Executive Director,
Abby Warner

Elee sitting on her snowmachine with a big smile

Fresh Tracks Writer:
Elee Deschu

JH Nordic Alliance Board of Directors

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Ali Sehnert

Chair

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Karen Daubert

Secretary

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Chris Sebald

Treasurer

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Scott O’Brien

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Nancy Leon

Founder

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Dave Bergart

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Sue Wolff

Ellen Brunker Intrepid Skier

Ellen Brunker

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Erich Wilbrecht

Linda Merigliano with husband Mike in the snowy mountains

Linda Merigliano

Ex-Officio

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Dan Verbeten

Ex-Officio

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Additional Team Members

Web Gurus

Wade Williams, Heidi Hackler

Additional Content | Mappers | Community Trail Reporters

Karen Daubert, Nancy Leon, Cathy Shill, Jenny Francis Graham, and a bevy of other enthusiasts.

Photographers

Virgia Bryan, Karen Daubert, Elee Deschu, Cody Downard, David Gonzales, Lindsay Rust Herron, Nancy Leon, Scotty McGee, Zach Montes, Jay Nel-McIntosh, David Swift, Linda Swope, Abby Warner, and many others in the community.

Our Partners & Network

The Nordic Alliance's work is made possible by a network of local nonprofits, land managers, grooming organizations, and businesses. Our grooming partners include TVTAP (Teton Valley Trails & Pathways), Teton County / Jackson Parks & Recreation, Grand Teton National Park Foundation, Friends of Pathways, Trail Creek Nordic Center, Turpin Meadow Ranch, Shooting Star Nordic Center, Teton Pines Nordic Center, Jackson Hole Mountain Resort, and Grand Targhee Resort. See our full list of grooming partners and business sponsors.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the Jackson Hole Nordic Alliance?

The Jackson Hole Nordic Alliance is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization based in Jackson, Wyoming. We publish trail information, grooming reports, and how-to resources for cross country skiing, fat biking, snowshoeing, and other human-powered winter recreation across Jackson Hole, Teton Valley, and Grand Teton National Park.

Who runs the Nordic Alliance?

The organization is led by Executive Director Abby Warner and a volunteer Board of Directors chaired by Ali Sehnert. Nancy Leon, who founded the Nordic Alliance, serves on the board. The full team and board are listed above.

Is the Nordic Alliance a nonprofit? How is it funded?

Yes — the Jackson Hole Nordic Alliance is a registered 501(c)(3) nonprofit. We are funded by individual donors, business sponsors, foundation grants, and the Old Bill's Fun Run community giving program. Donations are tax-deductible.

How is the trail and grooming data verified?

Every trail in our database is verified by a local contributor — typically a skier, guide, or land manager familiar with the trail. Grooming status is updated in real time by our partner grooming organizations and pulled into our grooming map continuously throughout the season.

How can I get involved or contribute?

We welcome contributions from the community — trail reports, photos, content suggestions, and feedback are always appreciated. You can also support our work financially through a donation, by becoming a business sponsor, or by joining as a volunteer.

Does the Nordic Alliance offer lessons, tours, or guides?

The Nordic Alliance itself does not run guided tours or lessons — we are a resource and information hub. Our Gear, Guides & Lessons page lists local outfitters, schools, and guide services who do offer those experiences.

Contact the Nordic Alliance

JH Nordic Alliance

Email: [email protected]

Jackson, Wyoming 83001

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