Inspired by a personal connection to a backcountry emergency, here is a compelling story from a member of our Nordic community and a few tips on safety from the folks who do this for a living, the Teton County Search and Rescue (TCSAR).
Beware of High Avalanche Danger At elevations above 9,000′, triggering a large avalanche remains likely on steep, wind loaded slopes. Many lower elevation areas also contain wind drifted slopes, as well as 1′ to 2′ thick slabs of storm snow that sit on top of weak snow. It is possible to trigger an avalanche large enough to bury a person on steep slopes even near valley bottoms. Evaluate the snowpack and terrain carefully for wind… Read More
Teton Canyon Meet and Greet Report by: Abby WarnerCaitie Quinn (TVTAP trail ambassador/yurt meister/groomer) and Greg Buchko (TVTAP board member) greet trail users at the Teton Canyon trailhead. Even though it was hovering at 1 degree, the parking lot was almost full. Hearty souls! Spotted: Snowshoers, walkers, folks on light-touring skis, snowmachiner towing a skier on backcountry gear, classic and skate skiers, and a puppy in training to become a role model of four-legged etiquette… Read More
Trip Report: Grand Teton Park Road Sunday in the Park! A glorious way to spend MLK long weekend. The Teton Park Road was beautifully groomed with 2 classic tracks and a skate lane, plus a snowshoe/ walking lane from the Cottonwood trailhead ( just north of Taggart Parking lot). The groomed trail narrows at the Highlands ( Climbers Ranch access road) to a double classic track plus skate ski lane that is shared with non-… Read More
LAST DAY TO CHEER ON RACERSJHSC – Johnny Curtis Memorial JNQ Sunday, January 14thTrail Creek Nordic CenterThe Jackson Hole Ski & Snowboard Club is hosting the first Intermountain and High Plains Junior National Qualifier and Wyoming High School race January 13-14 at Trail Creek Ranch in Wilson, WY. IMD and High Plains NRL events will be held January 13-14. Community recreational Nordic Skiers are encouraged too watch the event, but Trail Creek Nordic will be… Read More
THIS WEEKENDJHSC – Johnny Curtis Memorial JNQ Saturday, January 13thTrail Creek Nordic CenterThe Jackson Hole Ski & Snowboard Club is hosting the first Intermountain and High Plains Junior National Qualifier and Wyoming High School race January 13-14 at Trail Creek Ranch in Wilson, WY. IMD and High Plains NRL events will be held January 13-14 and WY High School events will be held January 12-13. Community recreational Nordic Skiers are encouraged too watch the event,… Read More
The Annual JHNordic Alliance Free Ski, Fat Bike, and Snowshoe Day brought the JHNordic community together and introduced people to Turpin Meadow Ranch (TMR) and human-powered winter activities on YOUR Bridger Teton National Forest public lands.
Friends of BT- January Happenings Last month we held a panel to engage with some of our partners; this month we’re co-hosting (with the BTNF) a symposium for the communities around the BTNF about why the upcoming BTNF Forest Plan update is important, and how community members can be a part of this process. Click here to watch the live stream or learn more here. Nordic Ambassadors Snow might be slow coming this winter, but our Nordic… Read More
Winter recreation begins on park roads in Grand Teton Friday Opportunities for over-snow winter recreation will be available beginning Friday, January 12, on Teton Park, Signal Mountain Summit and Moose-Wilson roads in Grand Teton National Park. Enjoy activities such as cross-country skiing, snowshoeing and walking during this special time of year. Teton Park Road will be groomed between Taggart Lake parking and Signal Mountain Lodge, January 12 through mid-March, as conditions allow. The road will be groomed three… Read More
THIS WEEKENDJHSC – Johnny Curtis Memorial JNQ Saturday, January 13thTrail Creek Nordic CenterThe Jackson Hole Ski & Snowboard Club is hosting the first Intermountain and High Plains Junior National Qualifier and Wyoming High School race January 13-14 at Trail Creek Ranch in Wilson, WY. IMD and High Plains NRL events will be held January 13-14 and WY High School events will be held January 12-13. Community recreational Nordic Skiers are encouraged too watch the event,… Read More