nordic skiing

two people jumping in silhouette after free ski day at Turpin

2026 Annual Free SKi, Fat Bike & Snowshoe Day

Stunning end to a stellar day on winter trails. Thank you for playing on trails with the alliance and partners on Sunday! What a day. Mark your calendars now to come back next year, Sunday, January 10, 2027. Celebrate the snow with a day full of great people and fun…

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Oskar Bitzer dog in front of Tetons in winter

Breathe Deep. Step Outside. Reset. 1.18.26

Oskar the dog takes a moment…furry friends showing us the way. Do you ever feel like the days on the calendar are moving at a crushing pace? Sometimes we all need a breath of fresh air to put things in perspective. Being out on winter trails allows you to focus…

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photo of groomed track in foreground and blue skies and trees

Sunny Weekend: Perfect for Nordic Skiing and Fat Biking 1.17.26

Snowdrift Loop at Targhee under blue skies. We have been in a high-pressure system since the annual event, which has made for some great Nordic skiing, fat biking, snowshoeing, and easy driving around Teton Valley, Jackson Hole, and beyond. Take advantage of the calm weather, firm trails, and long weekend…

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Skate Skiing on Crust around Jackson Hole.

Ski the list posted on the front of the Wadsworth’s fridge “You don’t have to be far from town to need help… and you are still responsible for having an extra layer and a way to call for help.” Matt Hansen, avid Cache Creek Nordic Skier and the communications director…

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XC skis lined up along a fence ready for skiers to use at annual free ski day

End of Season Gear Maintenance

At the end of the season, it is so tempting to just leave the skis the way they are and walk away. There is a price to pay for this though: slow skis that need to be stoneground. Here are some basic wax tips to take at the end of…

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10 Apr 25 – Daily Trail Report

General Weather – Variable and Skiable Friday quite early, Sunday and Monday look like great mornings to get out on your skis! Conditions will get soft as temps rise in the afternoons, and remember copious sunscreen! Find detailed daily forecast at mountainweather.com. Today’s Grooming The last groom of the Alta track…

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Glide Waxing Tips for Crust Cruising.

Flying across open fields on your skate skis is one of the best parts of spring. Guest Author: Dan Streubel, a man who can probably out-ski us all, is also the kind to settle in, skate right next to you for some conversation, and lead you to truly believe your…

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Search and Rescue, it’s for Nordic Skiers too.

You don’t have to be far from town to need help. Listen to an unusual Nordic skiing incident and read a few tips on safety from the folks who do this for a living, the Teton County Search and Rescue (TCSAR).

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Crust Cruising, Get It While You Can!

crust cruising on skate and classic cross country skis is a highlight of spring Nordic skiing in Grand Teton National Park

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