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27 Mar 23 – Daily Trail Report

Monochromatic Trip Report | Snow Continues, Midwinter Conditions

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Posted by Elee Deschu Posted on

Trip Report: Phelps Lake Don’t let cloudy gray days stop you; winter snow-scapes are beautiful in every light, every condition, and are worthy of exploration. Check out the monochromatic beauty of Phelps Lake from a cloudy day. ICYMI: March 2023 Crust Cruising, Get it While You Can! After a winter of heavy snowfall in the Tetons – it might be hard to conceptualize that spring is just around the corner. But alas, our clocks have… Read More

26 Mar 23 – Daily Trail Report

ICYMI, March | Crust Cruising | Profiles In Nordic, Stacey Barker

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Posted by Elee Deschu Posted on

ICYMI: March 2023 Crust Cruising, Get it While You Can! After a winter of heavy snowfall in the Tetons – it might be hard to conceptualize that spring is just around the corner. But alas, our clocks have already sprung forward and spring is officially coming. And with spring comes the fleeting window of crust-cruising classic and skate skiing: skiing on top of the firm snow crust at the perfect moment between too firm/icy and slush… Read More

25 Mar 23 – Daily Trail Report

Weekend Review | The Highlights of This Past Week

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Posted by Elee Deschu Posted on

Slides and Mountain Lion Activity Up Game Creek Earlier this week an ambassador reported a couple of snow slides about a mile up the Game Creek Trail, from last Friday. There has also been information of potential mountain lion activity in the same area. There have been reports of lion activity for the last couple of months in the Game Creek area. Skiers and those with dogs please be very aware of the surroundings while… Read More

24 Mar 23 – Daily Trail Report

Grizzly Sighting | Teton Pines Nordic Trails Closed for the Season

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Posted by Amy Partrick Posted on

First grizzly bear sighting of 2023 in the Jackson Hole area This is a good reminder for Nordic skiers, fat bikers, snowshoers, and all winter trail users to be bear aware, carry bear spray, make noise, travel in a small group vs alone, and remain alert. We need your continued help to avoid human-bear conflicts. Early in the evening on March 22, the first grizzly bear of 2023 was observed in Grand Teton National Park.… Read More

23 Mar 23 – Daily Trail Report

Hole Hiking Experience Nature Update | Trail Creek Trip Report

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Posted by Amy Partrick Posted on

Hole Hiking Experience Nature Update Provided by Cathy Shill, founder of The Hole Hiking Experiencehttps://www.holehike.com/ “Though I do not believe that a plant will spring up where no seed has been, I have great faith in a seed… Convince me that you have a seed there, and I am prepared to expect wonders.” -Henry David Thoreau Spring! In the Tetons, it can mean a wet, snowy month and this March is no exception.  Warmer temperatures… Read More

22 Mar 23 – Daily Trail Report

Snowy Spring Continues!

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Posted by Amy Partrick Posted on

Pose for the Webcam! Probably our Christmas card this year! Thanks for the webcam! -A.W. Slides and Mountain Lion Activity Up Game Creek Recently an ambassador reported a couple of snow slides about a mile up the Game Creek Trail, from last Friday. There has also been information of potential mountain lion activity in the same area. There have been reports of lion activity for the last couple of months in the Game Creek area.… Read More

21 Mar 23 – Daily Trail Report

Activity Up Game Creek | Grooming Updates

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Posted by Amy Partrick Posted on

Slides and Mountain Lion Activity Up Game Creek Recently an ambassador reported a couple of snow slides about a mile up the Game Creek Trail, from last Friday. There has also been information of potential mountain lion activity in the same area. There have been reports of lion activity for the last couple of months in the Game Creek area. Skiers and those with dogs please be very aware of the surroundings while up on… Read More

20 Mar 23 – Daily Trail Report

Pure Joy | Trip Report | Pizza for a Purpose Tomorrow

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Posted by Elee Deschu Posted on

Pure Joy “A joy that’s shared is a joy made double.” -Swedish Proverb Now here’s a happy dog, enjoying the freedom if the Nordic track with his owner close behind! Cute smile, pure joy! Responsible Nordic Skiing Looks Like This… With all of this snow, it’s no wonder we all feel winter will be a little longer this season. Despite what season may be upon us, recreating responsibly is the only way to enjoy the… Read More

19 Mar 23 – Daily Trail Report

Crust Cruising | Celebrating Nordic Athletes | Getting Outside, Responsibly

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Posted by Elee Deschu Posted on

Crust Cruising Season Has Begun! Whether you prefer Classic or Skate skiing, Crust cruising season is on!  What fun, freedom, open terrain to explore that only last week was too deep to ski! The crust cruising window is often intermittent -when the snow is frozen enough to support your weight, but the surface is soft enough (just barely) to create a smooth glide. Friends of Silicon Couloir ventured out Friday morning into south GTNP to… Read More

18 Mar 23 – Daily Trail Report

Weekend Review | Responsible Nordic Skiing | Congratulations JHSC Nordic

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Posted by Elee Deschu Posted on

JH NORDIC HEADLINES There have been some significant posts this week on JH Nordic but you might have missed one or some and we don’t want you to miss a thing! Today’s email is a recap of some of this week’s JH Nordic trail report highlights. Enjoy so that you can be fully informed as you head out on your next winter trail or off piste adventure! Spring Snow Removal to Begin Monday in GTNP… Read More