Short stories of Nordic inspiration: meet a few locals with big passion

We are a community filled with Nordic and winter trails enthusiasts. Whether Nordic skiing is central to our careers or not, getting outside on skis (or fat bikes or snowshoes) is core to some part of who we are.

Community spotlights are a window into the hearts and minds of some of the people in Jackson Hole and Teton Valley who have inspired us along the way.

David Hunger, founder/owner of Teton Mountain Bike Tours, on fat biking, human-powered grooming, and giving back

David Hunger started Teton Mountain Bike Tours in 1991. In the beginning, he focused on mountain biking in the warm months. Before fat bikes came around, David ran…

The Bridger-Teton US Forest Service and one of its greatest stewards and advocates, Linda Merigliano

Linda Merigliano is the Recreation Program Manager for the Jackson and Black Rock areas of the Bridger-Teton National Forest, and one of local leaders in Recreate Responsibly. Spanning…

Scott Horn – Nordic Masters Racer, Coach, Cyclist loves the balance of lifelong Nordic skiing

“It is better to go skiing and think of God than to go to church and think of sport.” – Fridtjof Nansen. That’s the quote you’ll find next…

Winter Trail Ambassador Spotlight: Al Zuckerman

Al has been participating in the Winter Trail Ambassador Program for the last 3 years since the program’s inception. He is an avid XC skier and regularly patrols…