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

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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 from Kemmerer to the Yellowstone border, the Bridger-Teton National Forest is one of the largest national forests in the United States, covering an area of nearly 3.4 million acres and including large swaths of designated wilderness. Linda acts as a dedicated outdoor leader of some of Wyoming’s… Read More

1 April 20 – Daily Trail Report

Thank you for continually sharing your photos with us of Nordic skiing in Jackson Hole. Today will be our last daily grooming report for the season, however we will continue with reports on a less frequent basis to keep you informed as conditions change throughout the season. Thank you for reading! Teton Mountain Bike Tours this Spring Teton Mountain Bike Tours is offering Guided Fat Bike Tours and Bike Rentals for the Spring Season! They have… Read More

31 Mar 20 – Daily Trail Report

Thank you for continually sharing your photos with us of Nordic skiing in Jackson Hole Groomer Appreciation – Thanks very much to all our Jackson Hole and Teton Valley Nordic groomers! As our Nordic grooming season slowly winds down , we salute our amazing Nordic grooming teams – often in dark, pre-dawn, in below zero, blizzard conditions,  from Pisten Bully’s to Ginzu groomers and lots in between , keeping complex machines running, reporting back on trail… Read More

30 Mar 20 – Daily Trail Report

Thank you for continually sharing your photos with us of Nordic skiing in Jackson Hole Winter Trails & Pathways Survey from Teton County Parks & Rec Teton County/Jackson Parks & Recreation would like you take a few minutes and participate in an annual survey related to winter service levels in Teton County and the Town of Jackson. They want to hear your thoughts on ice rinks, grooming, pathway maintenance and sidewalk plowing. Your feedback is very… Read More

29 Mar 20 – Daily Trail Report

Thank you for continually sharing your photos with us of Nordic skiing in Jackson Hole New Cross Country Trail Guide: Trails of Greater Yellowstone New cross country ski trail guide produced by local photographer, Cody Downard, and owner/operator of Teton Pines Nordic Center – soon to be released. Description: Reserve your copy of the new cross country ski trail guidebook covering Jackson, West Yellowstone and Teton Valley. The book features 45 of the best cross country… Read More

28 Mar 20 – Daily Trail Report

Thank you for continually sharing your photos with us of Nordic skiing in Jackson Hole JH Nordic Neck Gaiter (Buff) Contest Find yourself with extra time on your hands these days? We challenge you to take your best nordic or fat bike photo and submit it for our buff contest! The first place winner’s photo will be featured on next season’s buff, receive 10 of the new buffs, and a prize pack from JH Nordic Alliance.… Read More

27 Mar 20 – Daily Trail Report

Thank you for continually sharing your photos with us of Nordic skiing in Jackson Hole Teton Valley Trails and Pathways Done Grooming for the Season A message from TVTAP: Hello Everyone. Based on the order by Governor Little, we will cease grooming operations for the season. Here is a link to more specifics on what is considered essential and non-essential facilities and services: https://coronavirus.idaho.gov/…/…/IdahoEssentialServices.pdf It is clear that grooming winter trails is not considered essential. We also… Read More

26 Mar 20 – Daily Trail Report

Thank you for continually sharing your photos with us of Nordic skiing in Jackson Hole Snow King Mountain announces online fundraiser to keep trails groomed for uphill skiing Snow King Mountain Resort (SKMR), Stio, Arc’teryx, and Exum will be hosting an online fundraiser to continue to groom the mountain for uphill recreation, which includes skiing, snowboarding, snowshoeing and walking. SKMR has received an exception from Teton District Health Officer Dr. Travis Riddell to allow “personal uphill recreation to… Read More

25 Mar 20 – Daily Trail Report

Thank you for continually sharing your photos with us of Nordic skiing in Jackson Hole Trip Report: Gros Ventre Road-Slide Lake East Sun, snow, snow covered trail, xc ski or fatbike almost forever, deep into the headwaters of the Gros Ventre River.  Packed by winter grooming for snowmobiles, good coverage on the road/trail. Nine moose were spotted lower in the sagebrush meadows near Kelly warm springs and the Gros Ventre River. We had the place to… Read More

24 Mar 20 – Daily Trail Report

Thank you for continually sharing your photos with us of Nordic skiing in Jackson Hole Timbered Island Area Closed for Bear Management The entire Timbered Island area is closed to all entry, specifically the entire length of the west side of Timbered Island from the base of Timbered Island to the Teton Park Road. The closure is in place to protect wildlife.  Please also remember to start carrying bear spray.  Fun fact:: Long term data shows that 50%… Read More