The Need for Novelty

Things that add spark to the routine.

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Daily Trail Report for 1.27.26. The quote by Heraclitus “the only constant in life is change” is being challenged this winter in terms of our weather… It’s another day of more of the same… and we’re not complaining. The sun is shining and trails are in good shape despite the lack of snow. Snow conditions off trail are ideal for light Nordic touring or snowshoeing. And the roads are pretty easy to navigate which means… Read More

Trail Conditions, Fresh Air, and a Little Joy

Get the latest grooming and weather updates, then head out and share a smile.

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Daily Trail Report for 1.26.26. Getting outside and moving your body in fresh air is an act of celebration and self-care. One can’t help but smile when you’re traveling over snow and have a chance encounter, making connections with others doing the same. Your challenge today, should you accept it, is to head out on a trail and spread some joy with a genuine greeting to anyone whose path you cross. At a Glance General… Read More

From Local Trails to Olympic Dreams

Shared effort, shared joy, and the values that unite us on snow.

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Daily Trail Report for 1.25.26. While yesterday’s post focused on inspiring you to try a local race, today turns toward the upcoming Olympics (though we still encourage you to toe the line close to home, too). Cross-country ski racing brings people together (whether on familiar neighborhood trails or the world stage) through shared effort and mutual respect. At the STAmpede yesterday I met folks brand new to the sport, caught up with industry friends, and… Read More

Race Season is Here

Upcoming Nordic Races: register, wax, train, cheer, and jump in the fun!

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Daily Trail Report for 1.24.26. Favorite trails in the area may be all yours considering folks have headed to Pinedale for the annual STAmpede. Even if you’re not racing today we hope you’re getting out and enjoying all that Jackson Hole and Teton Valley have to offer in the winter: opportunities to slide, ride, and stomp around on snow. At a Glance General Weather – Saving Snow While snow is not falling what we do… Read More

What is it you plan to do?

There is always something good on winter trails.

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Daily Trail Report for 1.23.26. No significant new snow in the forecast suddenly brought to mind Mary Oliver’s poem “The Summer Day” and the line: Tell me, what is it you plan to do with your one wild and precious life? The weather we have is what we have, and there is always something to do outside even if we are missing fresh snow a little bit. At a Glance General Weather – What will you… Read More

Continued High Pressure

Maybe time to plan a long ski for the weekend, at the races or in the Park.

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Daily Trail Report for 1.22.26. Now might be the time to think about a skate or classic ski from Taggart to Signal Mountain and back! Tracks are firm, skies are clear, wind is calm. At a Glance General Weather – Mostly Sunny Partly sunny skies, and a chance of flurries will bring us into another sunny weekend. Cold mornings but relatively mild midday temps. F0r the complete forecast go to Mountain Weather. Planned Thursday Grooming… Read More

Appreciating Alta Nordic

An excellent track for low snowpack

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Daily Trail Report for 1.21.26. I am grateful that there are places to ski right next to irrigation that is still active! I am grateful that Teton Valley Trails and Pathways not only puts in hundreds of hours on the grooming, they also have shepherded strong relationships with this neighborhood to support public access on these private parcels. I am grateful for the generosity of all of the landowners in the neighborhood! I am grateful… Read More

The Time to Train is Now

Blue skies, fast trails, and upcoming races

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Daily Trail Report for 1.20.26. Trails of all types continue to be in great condition for fast skiing, smooth biking, and exploration off track. There are some community races coming up you might like to get involved in, check out our events page… because now is a great opportunity to train and add kilometers to your season total. Speaking of races… There is also a Junior National Qualifier happening at Solider Hollow Nordic Center this coming… Read More

Another Day in Paradise

Seize the moment and enjoy today!

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Daily Trail Report for 1.19.26. It’s another day in paradise with sunny skies, mild temperatures, and all of the daily groomers saying their tracks are skiing nicely. The snow is set up well for bcxc skiing and folks have been making skier tracked trails in picture worthy places. Weather you’re looking for an adventure, a good workout, a stroll in the sunshine, or all of the above seize the moment and enjoy today.   At… Read More

A Perfect Winter Day Awaits

Sunshine, good trail conditions, and a chance to reset your body and mind on the snow

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Daily Trail Report for 1.18.26. Do you ever feel like the days on the calendar are moving at a crushing pace? Sometimes we all need a breath of fresh air to put things in perspective. Being out on winter trails allows you to focus on the cadence of your breath and the magic of moving across the snow. Having awareness of rhythm and the beauty of the space you are traveling through takes your mind… Read More