Author: Abby Warner

May your Christmas be Merry!

There are snowy adventures to be had over the holidays.

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Enjoy the holiday season We hope you have much to celebrate this holiday season – family, friends, the warble of a chickadee, a moose sighting, and time outside in this beautiful place. This is proving to be an interesting December, potentially the brownest in 30 years. According to Jim Woodmency, the wettest Christmas Day was in 1955, with 1.02 inches of rain, and a high temp of 45 degrees. There is still some snow news to… Read More

Get out early for a ski today

Turpin is open for the season.

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Get outside today… the weather may be a mixed bag this week. We will send our next report on Wednesday. Daily trail reports will resume once the weather is settled into a consistent wintry phase. Interested in joining the Nordic Alliance writing team? We are looking for another daily trail report writer. Email abby@jhnordic.com. Happy skiing, fat biking, snowshoeing, dog walking and winter adventuring! At a Glance General Weather – A little more sunshine Mountain Weather… Read More

Winter Solstice Snow

Opening day at Turpin Meadow Ranch, groomed skiing at Teton Canyon, Grand Targhee

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Happy Winter Solstice! We hope you have plans to celebrate the shortest day of the year this weekend, whether that is an extra long Nordic ski or a festive bonfire, or both. We are taking a moment in the long dark hours to appreciate the dedication of groomers working with extended early season conditions. December 20th is opening day for Turpin Meadow Ranch’s winter season! The snow decided to dump there just in time. Everyone is… Read More

Teton Trails in July: Hike, Bike, Play!

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Welcome to July in the Tetons! We hope you are out playing on the trails. So many amazing places, so much sunshine. And when you are not outside, consider sharing what’s important to you about the Bridger-Teton National Forest, supporting your local trails with donations at Tin Cup or sweat equity at the next Habitat Hero day, or perusing the new offerings at Skinny Skis just because you can. Go Hike! Find summer hiking and… Read More

10 Apr 25 – Daily Trail Report

Groomed track, crust cruising and adventure skis all still possible!

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General Weather – Variable and Skiable Friday quite early, Sunday and Monday look like great mornings to get out on your skis! Conditions will get soft as temps rise in the afternoons, and remember copious sunscreen! Find detailed daily forecast at mountainweather.com. The last groom of the Alta track was Thursday morning, April 10. The track was fun and sporty, connecting over the crust to avoid walking a few dirt section. The snow has corned up… Read More

4 Apr 25 – Daily Trail Report

Snow and good skiing just keep happening!

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Crust cruising near Shadow Mountain. Just enough sage to feel like you are in quintessential Wyoming without it impeding your flow across the snow. General Weather – Sunshine and perfect crust for the weekend Mountain Weather is forecasting clear days and cold nights for the weekend. Check local temperature predictions to determine when to ski as snow may get pretty soft as day progresses. Find detailed daily forecast at mountainweather.com. time stamp 4/2/25 10:45am What’s Groomed… Read More

3 Apr 25 – Daily Trail Report

Snow and good skiing just keep happening!

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Did you too see it, drifting, all night, on the black river? Did you see it in the morning, rising into the silvery air – An armful of white blossoms. The Swan, Mary Oliver General Weather – Sunshine returns Mountain Weather is forecasting a few showers but mostly sunny through the week, then a glorious weekend with perfect crust cruising temperatures of cold clear nights and warm days! Find detailed daily forecast at mountainweather.com. What’s Groomed… Read More

01 Apr 25 – Daily Trail Report

Prime Adventure Nordic Skiing Conditions!

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April is when we get to ski on crust and then ride bikes. Maybe not everyone gets excited about riding a bike when there are giant snowbanks on either side of you… but if YOU do, the Park road is being plowed and will be officially open for bike traffic soon. While the south end is currently open per the GTNP road updates page, the road through to Signal Mountain is anticipated to be open… Read More

30 Mar 25 – Daily Trail Report

Prime Adventure Nordic Skiing Conditions!

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General Weather – Chance of Snow Snow showers for the start of the week with mild daytime temps and overnight freezes. For a detailed daily forecast check out mountainweather.com. What’s Groomed Today? Every Day Sunday Be sure to check the real-time grooming situation of your chosen trail by clicking the links above as trail grooming is dependent on conditions. For the most up to date grooming information on all JH and TV groomed trails please check here.… Read More