Author: Elee Deschu

Best of the Season

Between the winter trail conditions and the weather today is going to be a good one!

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Daily Trail Report for 2.21.26. This weekend is set up to be one of the best of the season to be out on winter trails. Area groomers are reporting ideal conditions on both sides of the Tetons, the weather is forecast to be fabulous. All that is needed is your smile as you encounter other outdoor recreators. Where ever you end up, have a fun time out there on the snow my friends! At a… Read More

Storm Skiing

Be prepared with good gear, good etiquette, and a good attitude!

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Daily Trail Report for 2.17.26. This wisdom shared by Tyler S. at Shooting Star is likely universal for all of the trails we report on: “It looks to be a snowy week out on the Nordic trails. Windy and snowy conditions will bring storm skiing today and tomorrow as a new cold front passes through. Keep up with the forecast and plan ahead if venturing out on the trails during the storm, as drifty conditions are likely… Read More

Time Flies

But lessons and experiences stay

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Daily Trail Report for 2.16.26. A week ago today Punxsutawney Phil emerged and saw his shadow indicating we would have 6 more weeks of winter. Thank Ullr, the Norse god of skiing. According to the weather reports winter will be ramping up with some low pressure moving into the area these next few weeks. So get outside and enjoy it while we can, time flies like Johannes Klæbo on skis. General Weather – wintery The forecast is… Read More

There is a first time for everything

A purposal, FOP Update and gear sales

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Daily Trail Report for 2.15.26. It was a busy Valentine’s Day at Turpin Meadow Ranch, love was truly in the air… there was a purposal that happened on the ski track! Many congratulations to the happy young couple! What blew me away in the ski hut yesterday was the number of people trying out cross country skiing for the very first time. Maybe it’s because of the Olympics or maybe it’s the blackout days at the… Read More

What do we love?

Skiing! Winter Trails! Access to the Outdoors!

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Daily Trail Report for 2.14.26. Love is in the air today and there is so much to love about winter trails. Let me count the ways… Obviously this is not an exhaustive list, there are so many things to love! Today while you’re out on winter trails I encourage you to think about all the reasons that you love Jackson Hole and Teton Valley winter trails. At a Glance General Weather – sun then snow… Read More

Making Cool Things Happen

What it's really all about

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Daily Trail Report for 2.10.26. My friend Melissa H. always says, “if you want cool things to happen in your small town, you must do cool things.” The JH Nordic Alliance is one of those cool things in my humble opinion, and you dear reader are a part of that!   At its heart the JH Nordic Alliance is a collaboration of community organizations and enthusiasts practicing and supporting Nordic skiing, fat biking, snowshoeing, and… Read More

Celebrating on the Snow

Locals Win, Snow in the Forecast, + a sale you won't want to miss!

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Daily Trail Report for 2.9.26. Great achievements are made through steady incremental growth. Here’s hoping for some steady incremental snowfall to refresh our mountains and valleys. May we each steadily step out onto winter trails this week and see the growth of the snowbanks and in ourselves as we embrace whatever comes our way. With a nod to the ongoing winter Olympics, savor some wisdom from the US Head Coach of the cross-country team, Matt… Read More

Exploring is good for the soul

Get outside before the big game today!

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Daily Trail Report for 2.8.26. What’s good for body and the mind? Getting outside for some movement of course! Go have some fun this Sunday on winter trails, bring a friend, and recreate responsibly! At a Glance General Weather – A change is on the way! Get outside and enjoy the sunshine and firm trails today. Mountain Weather is forecasting chances of snow showers early next week. 😊 What’s Groomed Today? Planned Sunday Grooming Grand Teton National… Read More

Finding Balance: on skis, in nature, in life

"Nature does not hurry, yet everything is accomplished." — Lao Tzu

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Daily Trail Report for 2.7.26. Finding balance can be as simple, or as tricky, as standing on a pair of skis. We shift our weight, make small adjustments, and forward motion carries us through. Out on the trail, nature is doing the same quiet work of balance: predators and prey, growth and rest, each playing a role in keeping the whole system healthy. Spending time outside reminds us that balance isn’t about standing perfectly still,… Read More

What you need to know for a Thursday ski.

All the info to get you out the door and on the trails.

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Daily Trail Report for 2.5.26. I classic cross country skied the Alta Nordic track Tuesday in the afternoon and conditions were very favorable. Sunscreen is a must! For those looking for a light tour on bcxc skis mid-week on Togwotee Pass is excellent as the snowmobile traffic is much lower. At a Glance General Weather – March like conditions Mountain Weather is forecasting sunny days through the weekend. What’s Groomed Today? Planned Thursday Grooming Alta Nordic Daily grooming Shooting Star Teton… Read More