Category: News

Get Outside: Early Season Skiing and More in Jackson Hole

Explore Early Season Skiing and Outdoor Activities in the Jackson Hole Region

Featured, Local Insight, News, Trails
Posted by Brennan Hussey Posted on

While many of us dream of clipping into our skis for early-season skiing in Jackson Hole, this November, you can still see the roots and rocks beneath your feet. A forecast predicts another 3 inches of snow this weekend in Jackson, with a few more inches expected into Thanksgiving week, and we’re all ready for it. Until then, we patiently wait for the snow to fall, fill in nicely, and for temperatures to drop, creating… Read More

Jackson Hole Nordic Alliance’s Annual Free Ski, Fat Bike & Snowshoe Day – Sunday, January 12th, 2025

Outdoor Winter Trails Recreation & Activities - You are invited!

Bridger Teton US National Forest, Classic Cross Country, Classic Cross Country Skiing, Events, Fat Biking, News, Skate Skiing, Snow-shoeing, Tours
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The Jackson Hole Nordic Alliance and partners are thrilled to host our 7th Annual Free Ski, Fat Bike and Snowshoe Day at Turpin Meadow Ranch on Sunday, January 12, 2025. Astounding scenic views, an amazing community of athletes and locals and winter sports all come together to make our annual event in Moran fun for everyone. Get your blood pumping with family and friends at what has become a favorite community tradition for winter recreation… Read More

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

8 Fun clinics to improve your technique, fitness, enjoyment

Classic Cross Country Skiing, Demos, Gear & Clinics, Featured, News, Skate Skiing
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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 December, then running every Thursday in January and February from 11am-12:30pm, (please arrive at 10:45am ready to ski). The Nordic Masters clinics will focus on… Read More

Morel Mushroom Foraging in the Tetons

Walking through the woods or floating the Snake River with a keen eye to the ground is what this ‘shroom hunt is all about.

Featured, News
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Let’s make lemonade out of lemons.. the lemonade being morel mushrooms and the lemons being the lingering cold temperatures (snow, sleet, and hail). What comes with so much-needed precipitation are morels. This time of year is perfect for morel mushroom foraging! Morel mushrooms are fungi that grow in the filtered light of forests. These oddly shaped mushrooms graze the valley floor and make for a fun activity for the whole family. Walking through the woods… Read More

Grateful for Groomed Winter Trails

A Heartfelt Thank You to Teton area Groomers

Featured, Grooming, News, Profiles
Posted by Brennan Hussey Posted on

Throughout the 2023-2024 ski season in the Teton area, a dedicated group of groomers worked diligently behind the scenes to maintain over 200 miles of Nordic ski and winter trails. Their efforts, often unseen by those who enjoy the trails, were crucial in ensuring safe and enjoyable experiences for winter recreators. From National Parks to our local recreation centers, these grooming operations (listed below) played a vital role in shaping the winter landscape. As the… Read More

Pro Tips from Nordic Experts (continued)

Keep Skiing | Keep Learning

Bridger Teton US National Forest, Featured, Grand Teton National Park, Local Insight, News, Profiles, Skate Skiing, Tech Tips
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March is an excellent time to develop new skills and increase your endurance on skis. With longer days and warmer temperatures, plus the fitness built up by this point in the season, here is another round of tips. Better technique and endurance usually means more fun on longer adventures.

Pro Tips from Nordic Experts

Keep Skiing | Keep Learning

Bridger Teton US National Forest, Classic Cross Country, Featured, Local Insight, News, Profiles, Skate Skiing, Tech Tips
Posted by Abby Warner Posted on

Longer days and warmer temperatures, plus the fitness built up by this point in the season, makes March an excellent time to develop new skills and increase your endurance on skis. Better technique and endurance usually means more fun on longer adventures, and it is getting close to crust cruising season!

ICYMI: February 2024

Best après ski in Teton Valley | Responsible winter trails use | Trail of the Month: 'Hidden Lakes' of GTNP | Memories shared in Planica | GIVEAWAY drawing March 11 & 25th

Featured, News, Recreate Responsibly, Trails, Wildlife
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We don’t want you to miss a thing from winter trail happenings. JHNordic.com is committed to bringing you great content daily. With more snow on the ground and more to come it sure helps to have Jackson Hole Nordic in your corner for grooming updates, 100+ mapped winter trails, resources, and upcoming events. Discover topics from the best après ski in Teton Valley, Responsible winter trails use, Trail of the Month: ‘Hidden Lakes’ of GTNP,… Read More

Partner Spotlight – Cody Downard

New Trail Guide | Explore Fairy Falls & Shadow Mountain

Bridger Teton US National Forest, Classic Cross Country, Classic Cross Country Skiing, Featured, Local Insight, News, Profiles, Skate Skiing, Trails
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JH Nordic Alliance with Cody Downard Explore more places on skis with this new guidebook If you are looking for some new ski trails to explore this spring, pick up a copy of the Cross Country Ski Trails of the Greater Yellowstone Ecosystem Volume 2 by Cody Downard. This extensive cross country ski trail guidebook covers Yellowstone and Grand Teton National Parks, Jackson Hole, West Yellowstone/Harriman and Teton Valley. The book features 82 of the… Read More

New Guided Backcountry Nordic Tour Spotlight

Peak Performance Granted Permit to Offer XC Ski Instruction and Guiding on the Bridger-Teton National Forest Blackrock Ranger District

Bridger Teton US National Forest, Classic Cross Country, Classic Cross Country Skiing, Featured, News, Profiles, Skate Skiing, Snow-shoeing, Tours
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This expansion of services will allow outdoor enthusiasts to explore miles of ungroomed cross-country ski trails as a permittee of the Bridger-Teton National Forest/Blackrock Ranger District.