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Nordic Race Tips for the Teton Ridge Classic

Making friends with a hilly high-elevation course Due to low snow, the Teton Ridge Classic is headed up to Grand Targhee Nordic. While those of us who love a lap around Quakie Ridge are delighted it will be groomed, there may be a few racers who groaned (but with a…

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Skate Skiing on Crust around Jackson Hole.

Ski the list posted on the front of the Wadsworth’s fridge “You don’t have to be far from town to need help… and you are still responsible for having an extra layer and a way to call for help.” Matt Hansen, avid Cache Creek Nordic Skier and the communications director…

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XC skis lined up along a fence ready for skiers to use at annual free ski day

End of Season Gear Maintenance

At the end of the season, it is so tempting to just leave the skis the way they are and walk away. There is a price to pay for this though: slow skis that need to be stoneground. Here are some basic wax tips to take at the end of…

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Glide Waxing Tips for Crust Cruising.

Flying across open fields on your skate skis is one of the best parts of spring. Guest Author: Dan Streubel, a man who can probably out-ski us all, is also the kind to settle in, skate right next to you for some conversation, and lead you to truly believe your…

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Search and Rescue, it’s for Nordic Skiers too.

You don’t have to be far from town to need help. Listen to an unusual Nordic skiing incident and read a few tips on safety from the folks who do this for a living, the Teton County Search and Rescue (TCSAR).

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Six Principles to Recreate Responsibly

Springtime in the Tetons is just a few months around the corner, but at the Bridger-Teton National Forest (BTNF), there’s still plenty of great snow to enjoy! It’s also a good time to remember how to Recreate Responsibly on winter trails. Learn the best ways to Recreate Responsibly on trails…

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Tech Tips from Pros – Peak Performance

An exploration of cross-country skiing techniques written by Scotty McGee, founder of Peak Performance What’s better than getting tech tips from the pros? Absolutely nothing. Scotty McGee has enjoyed cross-country skiing since 1983, so he knows a thing or two. Scotty explores techniques that could benefit your performance on winter trails…

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JH Nordic Top 10 Trail Snacks - Kate's Bars

Fuel Your Next Adventure in Jackson Hole With These 10 Trail Snacks

Mountain sports require a bit of grit and endurance. If you’re hiking in the spring, trail running in the summer, mountain biking in the fall, or Nordic skiing in the winter, you need to fuel your body! Peak fitness requires healthy and adequate nutrition. There are books devoted entirely to…

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Jackson Hole Ski Club Nordic Recreational Master Clinics -Classic Cross Country & Skate Ski – 24-25 Season

Sign up for all 8 clinics or 4 Skate ski or 4 Classic ski only Hosted by Masters Coach Rob Murphy and Jackson Hole Ski Club Nordic team coaches, these fun, informative, practiced based clinics are back for Season 7!  There will be 8 clinics, starting with 2 clinics in…

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