Author: JHNordic

3 Jan 21 – Daily Trail Report

David Hunger and TMBT | Teton Ridge Classic

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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.… Read More

2 Jan 21 – Daily Trail Report

Sporting Club Open | Weekend Highlight

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Snake River Sporting Club Nordic Trails Open Looking for a new groomed trail network with scenic views of the Snake River? The Snake River Sporting Club opens today, Saturday Jan 2nd, to the public. Check out the “Front Nine” and “Back Nine” trails here. After skiing, be sure to explore the hot springs as well. Click here to reserve your spot at the hot springs. Fat Biking With Teton Mountain Bike Tours Teton Mountain Bike… Read More

David Hunger, founder/owner of Teton Mountain Bike Tours, on fat biking, human-powered grooming, and giving back

Ever wondered about the origins of grooming for fat biking in Jackson?

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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 it wasn’t really going anywhere. Then about 10 or 12 years ago, he got his first fat bike.  “I thought they were crazy right off the bat,” David said. “That’s when fat bikes weren’t really popular, but… Read More

Grand Teton National Park Foundation – Supporter of the most picturesque Nordic groomed trail in Jackson Hole and so much more!

GTNPF's Maddy Johnson shares the inside story

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Grand Teton National Park Foundation (GTNPF) is the private fundraising partner for Grand Teton National Park. It was established in 1997 by a few Jackson Hole locals who thought the park needed a new visitor center. Without enough federal funding for the project, they decided to start a foundation to raise money. Ten years later, the new visitor’s center opened with funding from the GTNPF. 5 years later, GTNPF began funding Nordic grooming on the… Read More

28 Dec 20 – Daily Trail Report

JH Nordic Webcam | GTNP Trip Report

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JH Nordic Webcam Wondering about the trail and weather conditions on the Teton Park Road  trail at Taggart? Check out conditions on the JHNordic- GTNP webcam on jhnordic.com’s home page! The image refreshes every 30 minutes. The camera operates via cellular transmission and solar power, thus minimizing its environmental impact. Winter conditions in GTNP can be rugged, so after a new modem and software upgrade from last winter, we’re hoping to keep the webcam running… Read More

27 Dec 20 – Daily Trail Report

GTNP Grooming | Weekend Highlight

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GTNP: Grooming from Taggart Lake Trailhead to Signal Mountain The 14-mile section of the Teton Park Road between the Taggart Lake Trailhead and Signal Mountain in Grand Teton National Park will be groomed approximately three times a week dependent on snow and weather conditions. All four lanes will be groomed on Tuesdays and Sundays from Taggart Lake Trailhead to South Jenny Lake Junction. On Fridays, two lanes will be groomed from Taggart Lake Trailhead to… Read More

26 Dec 20 – Daily Trail Report

Betty Woolsey Race | Will Ski For Lunch

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Will Ski For Lunch Twas the day after Christmas, and all through the trailsSkiers, hikers, and bikers let out leisurely exhalesOff they went, in search of good viewsWith a small group of friends, to enjoy a quick cruise The Will Ski For Lunch band of friends is all about searching out hidden snowy trails in and around Jackson Hole. Even though many of them love to backcountry ski — which requires avalanche know-how and special… Read More

The Bridger-Teton US Forest Service and one of its greatest stewards and advocates, Linda Merigliano

#RecreateResponsibly in our National Forests!

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Linda Merigliano is the Recreation Program Manager for the Jackson and Black Rock areas of the Bridger-Teton National Forest, and one of local leaders in Recreate Responsibly. Spanning from Kemmerer to the Yellowstone border, the Bridger-Teton National Forest is one of the largest national forests in the United States, covering an area of nearly 3.4 million acres and including large swaths of designated wilderness. Linda acts as a dedicated outdoor leader of some of Wyoming’s… Read More

21 Dec 20 – Daily Trail Report

Game Creek Report | Weds Masters Rec Clinic

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Trip Report: Game Creek Game Creek was the perfect trail to escape Sunday’s wind, tucked away in a peaceful valley just south of Jackson on the southside of Snow King. Thanks to Teton County Park & Recreation’s twice weekly grooming (Wed & Fri), the 6 mile round trip groomed trail was still in excellent shape 2 days later. Firm enough for both skate skiing and fat biking, and soft enough for a silky classic XC… Read More

20 Dec 20 – Daily Trail Report

Best Ski and Snowshoe Trips | Weekend Highlight

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Best Cross Country Ski and Snowshoe Trips in Grand Teton National Park It is winter in Jackson Hole! As snow covers the valley of Grand Teton National Park, a winter wonderland has emerged, providing ample opportunities for exploration on cross country skis or snowshoes.   The guides at Jackson Hole Ecotour Adventures , Hole Hiking Experience and Wildlife Expeditions of Teton Science Schools have been out exploring Grand Teton National Park on ski and snowshoe tours. Check out some of our favorite spots! You… Read More