Author: Amy Partrick

7 Feb 23 – Daily Trail Report

A Day at Turpin Meadow Ranch | Nordic Masters Skate Clinic

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On the Blog: A Day at Turpin Meadow Ranch Before the first light dips onto the tips of the cathedral peaks, the day has already begun for Turpin Meadow Ranch’s token Snow Angel, Elee Deschu. Her day usually begins at 5:30 am, firing up the Pistenbully to groom the vast nordic trail system that sits just north of Grand Teton National Park in Moran, Wyoming. She’ll then write a trail report to send to the front office… Read More

3 Feb 23 – Daily Trail Report

Dual Trip Report | Women's Nordic Series Full Moon Ski Today

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Dual Trip Report: Fat bike Cache and Cross Country Ski GTNP GTNP Nordic Ambassador Lori shared a dual adventure trip report, bringing visiting family on a fat bike ride up the Cache Creek road to Noker and back on the single track. They had a blast! Bike rentals c/o Teton Mtn Bike Tours raffle prize at the JH Nordic Alliance Annual Event! And they joined Lori on her ski ambassador shift up in the park… Read More

2 Feb 23 – Daily Trail Report

Hole Hiking Experience Nature Update | Events this Week

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February 1, 2023 Nature Update Provided by Cathy Shill founder of The Hole Hiking Experiencehttps://www.holehike.com/ “It is the life of the crystal,the architect of the flake,the fire of the frost,the soul of the sunbeam,This crisp winter air is full of it.”-John Burroughs January is the coldest month in Jackson Hole. Cold temperatures produce light snow so now is the time to enjoy Teton powder. It’s a winter wonderland with deep snowbanks, cold temperatures, wind chill… Read More

1 Feb 23 – Daily Trail Report

Master Nordic Clinic Thursday | Winter Dog Etiquette

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This Thursday! Masters Nordic Clinic – Classic Technique Note: location is Trail Creek Nordic – on Trail Creek road, off Hwy 22, west of downtown Wilson. Drop-in space available – open to all levels from advanced beginner (no first time skiers) to intermediate to advanced. Join us to increase your ski speed, stamina, and strength. Work on your technique and form with professional tips and exercises from USSA certified coaches. Stay and ski all day… Read More

31 Jan 23 – Daily Trail Report

On the Blog: Trails at Targhee | An Alternative Way to Transport Your Skis

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On the Blog: Nordic Trails at Grand Targhee What’s one of Grand Targhee’s best-kept secrets? They have one of the best Nordic trail networks in the area. Whether you want to classic ski, skate ski, snowshoe, or fat biking, Targhee has trails to delight for all. Plus, you can’t beat the excellent snow quality, regularly groomed trails, possibly wildlife sightings, diverse terrain, and scenic views across Teton Valley to the Big Hole Mountains and beyond.  Having… Read More

30 Jan 23 – Daily Trail Report

Sunny and Cold Weather Ahead, Groomers Catch Up After the Significant Snowfall

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Trip Report: BC Nordic to Phelps Lake with KHOL The KHOL team was out on bc Nordic skis exploring Grand Teton National Park Friday. Knee to thigh deep trail breaking. Zero visibility at Phelps Friday. But here’s the view of Phelps on Saturday. Trail Creek Grooming DailyLast Update: 1/29Slowly Walking Towards PerfectionWhenever a snowstorm hits Trail Creek, it’s always a new challenge to give the best trails possible, and sometimes conditions don’t cooperate. Fortunately, today… Read More

27 Jan 23 – Daily Trail Report

See Everything By Looking For Nothing | Trip Report: Southern GTNP

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Trip Report: Southern GTNP Snake River Dike An easy, highly convenient backcountry ski tour on flat terrain starting at Granite Canyon trailhead, and skiing along the Snake River dike in southern GTNP out to LSR preserve. Bring wider (65mm) classic cross county skis, water, light snack, sunscreen, and layers to take off or add. A small amount of route finding to reach the dike (skier tracks to follow). We experienced the beauty of winter solitude,… Read More

26 Jan 23 – Daily Trail Report

Kids in Nordic | Hole Hiking Experience Nature Update

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January 25, 2023 Nature Update Provided by Cathy ShillFounder of The Hole Hiking Experience | https://www.holehike.com/ “In seed time learn, in harvest teach, in winter enjoy.” -William Blake                      At times, it is challenging to get up and get going when single digits. It’s been a chilly week. You know it’s winter when days only share a bit of warmth during the mid-afternoon. Fortunately, we wear layers that allow us to stay quite comfortable during the… Read More

25 Jan 23 – Daily Trail Report

Wildlife Wednesday | Trip Reports: Granite Canyon Loop and Phelps Lake

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Trip Report: Granite Canyon Loop Our sister was visiting from out of town – so where better to head than to Granite Canyon?  We snowshoed counter-clockwise in a grand loop that included the two snow bridges, lots of animal prints, and spectacular views.  -KD Wildlife Wednesday with EcoTour Adventures 6 Day Wolves & Wildlife Tour of Yellowstone National Park!⁠Winter offers particularly spectacular chances to watch wolves in the wild, especially in the Northern Range of Yellowstone… Read More

24 Jan 23 – Daily Trail Report

Teton Adaptive Goes Nordic | Nordic Masters Skate Ski Clinic

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Teton Adaptive goes Nordic! John Zendler takes a sit ski for a drive with Joe Stone at Teton Adaptive Sports!! Great workout!! Get Your Gal Pals Together for Upcoming Nordic Ski Meet-Ups Thursday, January 26 | Stilson 4:30-5:30pm Join us for some Nordic skiing at Stilson. This is a great chance to show off your skills or just try something new – we will have an awesome instructor to help you out, so don’t be… Read More