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20 Jan 24 – Daily Trail Report

New on the Blog | Are You Skiing at Trail Creek? | Trip Report

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Posted by Elee Deschu Posted on

Today’s Avalanche Forecast Nordic and winter trail users are urged to use caution when recreating on trails and terrain below steep slopes. The BTAC reports and their website is a valuable local resource for planning your outing. Visit their forecast page for the most up-to-date information. New on the Blog: 2 Perfect Days of Winter Trail Adventures Explore the winter trails in the Tetons on Nordic skis, snowshoes, or on foot with the help of our… Read More

19 Jan 24 – Daily Trail Report

GTNP Trip Report | Old Pass Road Etiquette

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Posted by Amy Partrick Posted on

Trip Report: GTNP Taggart to Signal These are the days I live for! Taggart to Signal and back. 29 miles roundtrip!-From Ultra Skate Skier Virgie. Parking & Traffic on Old Pass Road We are getting into the heart of the season with lots of snow and cold temperatures! All of our age groups are up and running now which means that Trail Creek is crowded on high traffic days. I wanted to reiterate the guidelines… Read More

18 Jan 24 – Daily Trail Report

Hole Hiking Experience Nature Report | Avalanche Danger Remains High

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Posted by Amy Partrick Posted on

WILD NATURE by Cathy Shill, founder of The Hole Hiking Experiencehttps://www.holehike.com/ With the most tour locations, we adapt the day to current conditions. Join the naturalists with The Hole Hiking Experience on the trail to discover winter, wildlife, and the beauty of Jackson Hole.   “Winter is nature’s sleep.” -H.S. Jacobs After a dry December, snow has returned to Jackson Hole. Jackson Hole Mountain Resort reported over 40 inches of fresh, mountain snow during the last… Read More

Who Ya Gonna Call?

Who to call in an Emergency on Nordic and Winter Trails

Bridger Teton US National Forest, Classic Cross Country Skiing, Fat Biking, Featured, Grand Teton National Park, Tours, Trails, Wildlife
Posted by Gregory Zeigler Posted on

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).

17 Jan 24 – Daily Trail Report

High Avalanche Conditions | Grooming in GTNP

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Posted by Amy Partrick Posted on

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

16 Jan 24 – Daily Trail Report

Forest Plan Symposium Today | Teton Canyon Meet and Greet with TVTAP

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Posted by Amy Partrick Posted on

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

15 Jan 24 – Daily Trail Report

Conditions Are Great, Where Will You Go?

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Posted by Elee Deschu Posted on

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

14 Jan 24 – Daily Trail Report

Last Day to Cheer | Congrats Student Athletes | Women's XC Ski Meet Up | More Snow = Better Skiing | New on the Blog

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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

13 Jan 24 – Daily Trail Report

Lots of Snow and Lots of Winter Trails News to go Along With it!

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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

12 Jan 24 – Daily Trail Report

Friends of BT- January Happenings | Teton Pass Shuttle | Spud Chase Updates

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Posted by Amy Partrick Posted on

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